Tax Collector & Water Billing
Taxes are due February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1 with a ten day grace period, but if taxes are not paid by 4pm on the 10th day interest is due and payable back to the 1st of the month. Interest is charged as follows 8% on the first $1,500.00 of delinquent amount and 18% on the remaining balance. If you are using a computer or electronic payment method, please include the block and lot number for the property.
As Per NJSA 54:4-64: "The validity of any tax or assessment, or the time at which is shall be payable, shall not be affected by the failure of a taxpayer to receive a tax bill, but every taxpayer is put on notice to ascertain from the proper official of the taxing district the amount which may be due for taxes or assessments against him or his property."
Online Payments for Tax and Water Bills:
- Follow this link to make online tax and water payments.
The Borough has made arrangements for residents and businesses to pay their tax and water bills online. There are fees associated with paying your bill online.
- E-Check, there is a $1.95 convenience fee.
- The fee for all other debit or credit card payments will be approximately 2.95% of your total bill.
Features and Benefits of Paying via E-Check, Credit or Debit Card:
- It’s convenient- residents can make a payment by e-check, credit or debit card 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s safe and secure - standard, commercial card networks are used. The Borough does not receive or store account or card numbers.
- There is a fee charged by the service providers. These fees are based on the type and amount of your payment. The Borough does not receive any of these fees. *Please see table above.
- Payment information will not be disclosed for any reason other than processing the transaction authorized by the taxpayer.
- A confirmation number is provided at the end of your transaction.
The New Platform Features Include:
- Account Enrollment Allows Each Customer to Create & Manage an e-Wallet Profile
- Integrated e-Wallet System Securely Stores Customer Payment Data, Allowing for Safe & Efficient Future Payments
- Ability to Schedule Future Payments through the WIPP Online Payment Portal
MAKE SURE TO REVIEW & SUBMIT YOUR PAYMENT. YOUR PAYMENT IS SUBMITTED ONLY WHEN YOU RECEIVE A TRANSACTION NUMBER ON YOUR RECEIPT PAGE.