Marlboro Township Police Dept

What Marlboro Township Police Dept does

The Marlboro Township Police Department is a municipal law enforcement agency serving Marlboro Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey, headquartered at 1979 Township Drive, Marlboro, NJ 07746. The department operates under the governance of Marlboro Township, is funded through municipal taxation, and employs between 11 and 50 personnel. It is a State Accredited Agency through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) and is undergoing scheduled on-site assessment for reaccreditation.

The department delivers services through four organizational branches — Operations, Administrative, Investigative, and Community Policing — and operates multiple specialized units including Patrol, K-9, Traffic/Safety, Emergency Response Team, Motorcycle Unit, Honor Guard, Bicycle Unit, Communications, DVRT (Domestic Violence Response Team), Detective Division, Juvenile Unit, School Resource Unit, Body Worn Cameras, Animal Control, and Firearms/ID. Its product surface also includes citizen-facing digital services: an online crime-reporting wizard, online ticket payment (via CrashDocs), an anonymous tip line (1-888-536-1010), and a SwiftReach/RAVE emergency notification system. Civic programs include Project Lifesaver (GPS tracking for Alzheimer's/dementia/autism), Project Medicine Drop (24/7 medication disposal), the Monmouth County Special Needs Registry, and the Public Safety Cadets program (ages 14-21, founded 2021 as successor to the 1982 Explorer Post).

The department is not a commercial enterprise and generates no revenue from customers. It is structurally a public-safety provider funded by tax appropriations, with intergovernmental coordination through Monmouth County agencies (Sheriff's Office, Prosecutor's Office, Crime Stoppers, OEM, Office on Aging), NJ State Police, NJ Department of Homeland Security, and federal partners including FEMA, NCMEC, and the FTC. Distribution of services occurs via 24/7 emergency response (911), walk-in services at headquarters, online self-service portals, and community engagement programs. The PBA Local #196 (founded 1970) and FOP Lodge #15 (founded 1986) represent sworn officers.

Name

Marlboro Township Police Dept

Legal name

The Marlboro Township Police Department

Website

https://marlboropd.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Marlboro Township Police Department is a municipal law enforcement agency in Marlboro, NJ, providing 24/7 patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and community policing to township residents, funded by municipal taxation and accredited by NJSACOP.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Law Enforcement Services

NAICS

Police Protection (922120), Police Protection (92212)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Police Services (Patrol, Response & Community Policing) (BPAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Safety Administration (Fire/EMS, Emergency Management) (BPAIACAL)

Keywords

• Law enforcement services
• Municipal police services
• Emergency response services
• Community policing programs
• Criminal investigation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Marlboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Marlboro Township Police Department provides municipal law enforcement services to Marlboro Township, NJ residents, businesses, and visitors through 24/7 patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, and emergency response. Service delivery is organized across Operations, Administrative, Investigative, and Community Policing divisions with specialized units including K-9, Motorcycle, Bicycle, School Resource, Emergency Response Team, Detective, DVRT, and Public Safety Cadets. Services are provided at no direct charge and funded through municipal taxation.

Product overview

Marlboro Township Police Dept is a public safety organization providing comprehensive law enforcement services to the Marlboro Township, NJ community. The department operates through multiple specialized divisions organized under Operations, Administrative, Investigative, and Community Policing branches. Core services include 24/7 patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, emergency response, and community outreach programs. The department maintains specialized units for K-9, motorcycles, bicycles, school resource officers, domestic violence response, and public safety cadets. The organization is a State Accredited Agency with the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police and provides citizen-facing services including online crime reporting, ticket payment, anonymous tips, and public records access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Patrol and Emergency Response Services Primary uniformed police response division providing 24/7 patrol services, emergency response, and initial crime scene investigation to residents and visitors of Marlboro Township.
• K-9 Program Police canine unit providing drug detection, suspect tracking, and search capabilities in support of municipal law enforcement operations.
• Traffic and Safety Enforcement Traffic enforcement, accident investigation, and road safety initiatives including pothole reporting for motorists and pedestrians in Marlboro Township.
• Emergency Response Team (Tactical Unit) Specialized tactical unit for high-risk situations requiring advanced training, equipment, and tactics, supporting Marlboro Township and regional partners.
• Motorcycle Unit Traffic enforcement and patrol unit utilizing motorcycles for enhanced mobility and visibility within the township.
• Honor Guard Ceremonial unit representing the department at funerals, parades, and official events.
• Animal Control Services Handles animal complaints, stray animals, and enforcement of pet-related township ordinances for Marlboro residents.
• 911 Communications and Dispatch 911 dispatch services and emergency communications coordination for the Marlboro Township community.
• Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) Specialized unit providing immediate response, support, and resource referral services to domestic violence victims within the township.
• Detective / Criminal Investigations Criminal investigations unit handling major crimes, forensic analysis, and case development for the Marlboro Township Police Department.
• Juvenile Unit Specialized unit addressing juvenile offenders, school resource officer coordination, and youth intervention programs in Marlboro Township.
• School Resource Unit Police officers assigned to schools to provide security, counseling referrals, and youth programs for Marlboro Township schools.
• Bicycle Unit Community patrol unit using bicycles for enhanced accessibility in neighborhoods, parks, and at community events.
• Firearms / ID Unit Handles firearms permits, background checks, and weapon-related regulatory compliance for township residents.
• Police Records and Public Records Requests Records management, report processing, and handling of public records requests for the Marlboro Township Police Department.
• Anonymous Tip Line Service Confidential phone and online reporting system for crime tips and information (1-888-536-1010), enabling the public to report without identification.
• Online Crime Reporting Wizard Web-based system for residents to report certain non-emergency crimes without visiting the police station, available through the department website.
• Online Ticket Payment Portal Web portal enabling residents to pay traffic tickets and municipal violations online, reducing in-person visits to the police station.
• Public Safety Cadets Program Youth program for ages 14-21 teaching law enforcement skills and community involvement, established in 2021 as the successor to the Explorer Post program, overseen by sworn-officer advisors.
• Professional Standards / Internal Affairs Handles citizen complaints, internal investigations, and accountability functions for the Marlboro Township Police Department.
• Monmouth County Special Needs Registry Participation Voluntary registry enabling police and emergency personnel to better assist Monmouth County residents with disabilities, providing first responders with vital information including emergency contacts and a current photograph.
• Project Lifesaver GPS Tracking Program GPS-based tracking program, administered through the Monmouth County Sheriff's Office and Monmouth County Office on Aging, to locate individuals with Alzheimer's disease, other memory disorders, or autistic children who may wander.
• Project Medicine Drop 24/7 medication drop box in the police lobby allowing the public to safely dispose of unused or expired medications through the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs initiative.
• Police Unity Tour Participation Charity cycling event honoring fallen police officers; the department's participation provides community engagement and fundraising for fallen-officer causes.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 60 former Explorers have gone on to careers in law enforcement including the Secret Service, Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office, and NYPD, with 16 joining the Marlboro Police Department directly.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Marlboro TownshipcoreOthers · 1 January 2021The Police Department operates as a department of Marlboro Township government, receiving funding through municipal taxes and operating under the authority of the Township.
• New Jersey State PolicecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2021Referenced as an external law enforcement resource and partner on the department's official links page, providing access to state-level law enforcement resources and coordination.
• New Jersey Department of Homeland SecuritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as an external homeland security resource and partner on the department's official links page for coordination on homeland security matters.
• NJ Amber Alert PlancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021The department participates in the state-level AMBER Alert system for missing child emergency notifications.
• CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as an external emergency response resource on the department's links page, coordinated through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
• Megan's Law / NJ Sex Offender Internet RegistrycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021The department participates in New Jersey's Megan's Law sex offender registry and notification system, coordinated through the NJ State Police.
• Office of Emergency Management (OEM)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as an external emergency management resource on the department's links page, coordinated through the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management.
• Monmouth County Sheriff's Office (Project Lifesaver)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021The Monmouth County Sheriff's Office partners with the Monmouth County Office on Aging to administer the Project Lifesaver program, a senior safety initiative using GPS tracking technology to locate individuals with Alzheimer's, memory disorders, or autistic children who may wander.
• Monmouth County Crime StopperscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2021The department participates in the Monmouth County Crime Stoppers program, providing a confidential hotline for anonymous crime reporting that connects to Marlboro Police for follow-up investigation.
• National Center for Missing and Exploited ChildrenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as a resource for families in missing child emergency response cases, providing guidance checklists and coordination with local law enforcement.
• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as a resource for identity theft prevention and victim assistance, with the department directing residents to FTC resources for identity protection guidance.
• National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (Cyberbullying Resources)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as a resource for cyberbullying and school bullying information, with links provided through the department's victim awareness section.
• NJ Division of Consumer Affairs (Project Medicine Drop)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021The department participates in Project Medicine Drop, an initiative of the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, providing a 24/7 medication drop box in the police lobby for safe disposal of unused or expired medications.
• Monmouth County Office on AgingminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partners with the Monmouth County Sheriff's Office and Marlboro Police for the Project Lifesaver senior safety initiative, bringing relief to families who have loved ones that wander due to Alzheimer's or memory disorders.
• Local Victim Services Organizations (180nj.org)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021The department provides referral links to 180nj.org for domestic violence and sexual assault victim resources, supporting comprehensive victim care beyond law enforcement response.
• New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as a resource for child abuse reporting and intervention through the department's victim awareness program.
• Marlboro Township Fire DepartmentcoreOthers · 1 January 2021While not explicitly detailed on the website, the department operates in coordination with other Marlboro Township first responder agencies for emergency response operations.
• NJ Department of Law and Public Safety (Senior Abuse Resources)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Referenced as a resource for senior abuse awareness and reporting through Monmouth County Department of Health and Human Services.
• Monmouth County Prosecutor's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Noted as a career pathway for former Explorers from the Public Safety Cadets program, with approximately 60 Explorers going on to law enforcement careers including at the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Howell Township Police Department: Neighboring New Jersey township police department of comparable scale serving a similarly sized suburban community with municipal law enforcement, patrol, and community policing functions. Most directly comparable peer given geographic proximity and shared service profile.
• Freehold Township Police Department: Monmouth County township police department operating with similar municipal law enforcement mandate, patrol divisions, and community policing programs. Directly comparable in geography and population served.
• Middletown Township Police Department (NJ): Larger Monmouth County-area township police department providing municipal policing including patrol, K-9, detective, traffic, and community outreach. Comparable service profile and operational structure, though larger in scale.
• Jackson Township Police Department: Adjacent Ocean County New Jersey township police department providing municipal law enforcement services to a similar suburban community. Operates comparable patrol, investigative, and community policing functions.
• Colts Neck Police Department: Small Monmouth County township police department serving a similarly affluent suburban community in New Jersey. Comparable scale, municipal funding structure, and community-oriented policing mandate.
• Manalapan Township Police Department: Adjacent Monmouth County township police department providing municipal law enforcement to a similarly suburban New Jersey community. Operates with comparable structure including patrol, detective, and community policing divisions.
• Wall Township Police Department: Monmouth County township police department operating with similar municipal law enforcement structure, patrol services, and community engagement programs serving a comparable suburban New Jersey population.

Broad incumbents

• Monmouth County Sheriff's Office: County-level law enforcement agency covering all of Monmouth County, including Marlboro Township. Operates overlapping services such as Project Lifesaver, Crime Stoppers, and sheriff patrol functions that complement and supersede municipal police in certain areas.
• New Jersey State Police: State-level law enforcement agency providing statewide policing, highway patrol, AMBER Alert coordination, Megan's Law administration, and major criminal investigation support to municipal departments throughout New Jersey.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/MarlboroPD
• Facebookfacebook.com/marlboropd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/marlboro-township-police-dept

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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