Montclair is tough to hear even in Montclair. They have the ability to encrypt, but as of now, they are still in the clear.I'm in Verona as well, using a BC796, and a BC996, and both are picking up Montclair loud and clear. Also the Fire department is still using their old conventional frequencies most of the time. They were using the digital system earlier in the week, but are now back to their old one again. Not sure what the reason is.