Public Notice
Englewood Cliffs Police Department Pursues Accreditation — Public Comment Invited
The Englewood Cliffs Police Department is proud to announce a major milestone in its commitment to professional excellence — an upcoming accreditation assessment by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP).
This rigorous evaluation will verify that our department meets the highest recognized standards in law enforcement operations, personnel, and community service. We invite all residents and stakeholders to review the official Press Release and Public Notice below, and encourage community members to make their voices heard during this important process.
April 10, 2026
Police Chief
William Henkelman
10 Kahn Terrace
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632
Phone: (201) 569-8300
Email: WHenkelman@ecpolice.org
Englewood Cliffs
Police Department
10 Kahn Terrace
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632
Phone: (201) 569-8300
Additional Links
HELP US, TO HELP YOU
Report any suspicious noises, persons or vehicles immediately to
the Police Department.
Please illuminate your home adequately and utilize timers on both
interior and exterior to create the desired "Lived In Look."
Dial 911 - For Police, Medical and Fire Emergencies Only
For General Police Information use (201) 569-8300
Handicapped, Disabled Persons or Special Circumstances
If there are any handicapped, disabled persons or special circumstances involving your residence, please print out and fill in the 911 System Questionnaire and return it to:
Englewood Cliffs Police Department
10 Kahn Terrace
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632
Attn: Chief William Henkelman
This can be added to the Police Department's computer system to aid us in dispatching the appropriate personnel to the emergency at your residence.
Alarm Systems
Borough Ordinance (Police)
All Types of Alarm Systems (Burglar, Fire, Medical)
Must be registered with the Police Department
Please print out the Alarm Registrations Form and return it to:
Members of the Crime Prevention Bureau offer a Free Security Survey of your residence. Included in the survey, are recommendations on securing and lighting of your home, and the selection/upgrading of various types of alarm systems.
To schedule a security survey, contact Chief William Henkelman, (201) 569-8300.
In continuance with our Crime Prevention Awareness Programs, the Police Department will issue residential vehicle decals, only to those vehicles registered to your Englewood Cliffs residence. The decals are available at the Police Desk. You must produce a valid registration for each vehicle when applying.
The decals are to be affixed on the drivers side rear window. This will enable the patrol division to know that your vehicle belongs in the area.