WARN NJDEP vs Paterson Plus

WARN NJ DEP allows you to submit information about environmental incidents, abuses and complaints in or impacting New Jersey directly to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). This free app allows you to: • Report environmental incidents such as odors, improper disposal or storage of potentially hazardous materials, sewage discharges, chemical spills, encroachment of wetlands or streams, smoke or dust, underground storage tank issues, and more. • Pinpoint the exact location of an incident by using your mobile phone’s GPS feature. • Capture a picture of the incident and include it in your submission. • Automatically dial the 1-877-WARNDEP hotline number. Note: This application is not intended for emergency purposes. In the event of a life hazard or emergency, call 911 or your local police department. Wi-Fi or a data connection is required.

Residents of Paterson, New Jersey can now easily report potholes, illegal dumping, street light or street sign requests, and numerous other problems that need attention through PATERSON PLUS. This app uses GPS to recognize your location and gives you a menu of common quality-of-life conditions from which to choose. Residents can upload pictures or videos to accompany the request and will be notified directly of updates to the requests they or other members of the community have submitted. Residents can also call Constituent Services (973-742-INFO) for information on any municipal service or to report a problem.