Camden County's ability to accept 911 text messages this summer will lead the state with a technology advance that will better protect residents. Supporters say the text service would be useful to those with speech or hearing problems, or could prove crucial in circumstances - such as a burglary - where individuals are hiding and afraid to speak while seeking help. Residents who may have difficulty making a phone call in an emergency situation can text 911 and receive follow up texts from the County Communications Center. It is also useful if you have texting capabilities but not phone reception. The new system is anticipated to go online in July and will have the capability to give call takers the exact address where a 911 call originated.
Guide to senior services
The Camden County Board of Freeholders is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of our senior citizen community. We can help with programs designed to assist those most in need and also provide opportunities to those just looking to increase their quality of life with education, recreational & cultural opportunities.
Jogging path at Cooper River rerouted
The walking and jogging path circling Cooper River Park has been rerouted near Route 130 to avoid the roadway construction project. A temporary bridge now provides uninterrupted access to the path for your workout and recreational enjoyment. The Route 130 bridge is being replaced and the project will also include enhancements to the storm water management and drainage system.
9/11 Tree Planting at the Victims Memorial
The Camden County Freeholder Board is partnering with Rutgers University School of Social Work, AmeriCorps Healthy Futures initiative and the New Jersey Tree Foundation to plant 11 trees at the Victims of Terrorism Memorial in Cooper River Park on Sept. 11th at 10:00 a.m. Traditionally, this is a day of reflection, emotion and history, but the Freeholder Board will also make it a day of service to our community. The memorial is located on North Park Drive between Route 130 and the Boathouse.
Freeholder Meeting in Pennsauken
The Freeholder Board invites you to a Town Meeting on Thursday, Oct. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Camden County Boathouse at Cooper River, 7050 North Park Drive, Pennsauken. At 7:00 p.m. the Freeholder Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, which you are also invited to attend. Caucus Agenda.
More effective 911 response planned
Each month, the Camden County Communications Center answers more than 50,000 calls, dispatches police for 33 departments, and dispatches fire and emergency medical services to all 37 municipalities. Soon, thanks to a new state-of-the-art Public Safety Radio Communications project, our first responders will have better tools to serve you. Camden County is investing $35 million to upgrade the our radio communications infrastructure.
2012 Women’s Health Conference
The Freeholder Board’s Annual Women’s Health Conference will be held on Sept. 29, at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees. The conference includes workshops on mind and body, health and fitness and personal safety. The Conference is FREE to residents of Camden County. Continental breakfast and a healthy lunch will be served. On-site childcare is provided for young children. Giveaways to all who attend. Register