Nancy Hatten, Borough Clerk

Eileen DeFabiis, Executive Assistant to the Borough Clerk 

Patricia Hale, Receptionist-Clerk

The public can review and obtain copies of Council meeting minutes, ordinances, resolutions and other public records permitted by law at the Office of the Borough Clerk located in Borough Hall.  Under the Open Public Records Act ("OPRA"), there is a charge for copies of public records that is set by State Statute (N.J.S.A. 47: 1A-2) and adopted by the Borough in Ordinance No. 02-26, and a requirement that requests be made in writing when requesting access to or copies of public records. A formal "Request for Access to Public Records" form is available for downloading, and details on the processing of all OPRA requests are included on the form.

In Tenafly, the Office of the Borough Clerk issues permits for the following and applications (with corresponding fee schedules) are available for completion:

• Curb cuts, sidewalk replacements, street opening
• decals for use of the transfer station (decals require no fees)
• filming by commercial firms
• outdoor seating (for food service businesses)
• garage sales
• block parties (request to close Borough street; requires Council approval)

Decals for use of the Recycling/Convenience Center by Tenafly residents are available at the Reception Desk in Borough Hall and are issued upon proof of residency (valid NJ driver's license displaying Tenafly address) and non-commecial vehicle registration. Residents unable to appear in person should send a stamped, self-addressed envelope together with a clear photocopy of both their driver's license and vehicle registration to the Tenafly Borough Clerk, 100 Riveredge Road, Tenafly, NJ 07670 and a decal will be mailed to you.

The following applications are also available during regular business hours, but require either governing body approval and/or State approval and the Clerk's office can explain the details pertaining to each:

1. Social Affairs Permit Applications for use by non-profit organizations to serve alcoholic beverages at an event open to the public are available, but require State approval and fees to be paid to the State of New Jersey.
2. Raffle Applications for use by non-profit organizations that are registered with the Legalized Games of Chance Control Commission (State agency).  These forms must be approved by the Mayor and Council and the State before a license can be issued for the event.  There are fees required by both the municipality and the State and are based on the type of raffle event to be held.
3. Passport forms for both initial issuance and renewal are available at the Office of the Borough Clerk and the Post Office, but must be processed at the Bergen County Clerk's Office at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack.