Municipal Messenger Monthly/June

June Meetings

View our website's Agenda Center for each respective meeting Agenda. Meetings are now in-person at the Municipal Building(unless noted otherwise), 50 Woodland Avenue and via Zoom.

Mon, June 5: Planning Board, 7 PM

Thurs, June 8: Environmental Commission,

7 PM

Tues, June 13: Economic Development Advisory Committee, 7 PM

Wed, June 13: Transportation Advisory Committee, 7 PM

Mon, June 19: Planning Board, 7 PM

Wed, June 21: Board of Health, 5 PM

Wed, June 21: Township Committee,

7 PM (click here) to view the Township Committees agendas, minutes, videos, & emails)

Mon, June 25: Board of Adjustment, 7 PM

Thurs, June 29: Historic Preservation, 7 PM

Planning Board & Board of Adjustment only: If you wish to participate by asking questions, supporting, opposing or making comments you must attend the meeting in person. If you wish to listen to the matters being heard, you may log in via zoom. Any member of the public logged in via zoom will not be able to ask questions or comment on the apps. Click here to view procedures for planning and zoning board meetings.

June Department of

Public Works (DPW) Dates

Fri, June 2: Area 1 Large Item Collection*

Fri, June 9: Area 2 Large Item Collection*

Sat, June 10: Zone 1 Yardwaste Collection, see below for additional information

Fri, June 16: Area 3 Large Item Collection*

Sat, June 17: Zone 2 Yardwaste Collection, see below for additional information

Fri, June 23: Area 4 Large Item Collection*

Mon, June 26-June 30: Large Metal & Appliance Collection, request pick-up a week in advance, call 973-326-7398 or online request



*Call the DPW, 973-326-7398 or request a pick-up online (all requests should be made the week or more prior to scheduled Friday pick-up date), link

In observance of Memorial Day, May 29, 2023 the Department of Public Works(DPW) will be closed, and no collection services will take place. Below you will find the trash and recycling schedule for the week of May 29-June 2. 


Mon, May 29: No Collection 

Tues, May 30: Monday Trash & Recycling

Wed, June 31: Tuesday Trash & Recycling

Thurs, June 1: Wednesday Trash & Recycling 

Fri, June 2: Thursday Trash & Recycling

Yardwaste Collection

1. Curbside pickup of grass clippings, leaves, plant waste, and light brush takes place on the scheduled Saturday dates listed beginning in April and ending in September. Please review the street listing to find out your zone and scheduled collection dates. 

2. Place in 32 gallon standard garbage cans with lid and handles

3. Grass clippings, leaves, plant waste, and light brush can be mixed together during this period. Light brush should be tied with string in bundles no longer than 4 ft., or placed in 32 gallon standard garbage cans cut to the height of the garbage can. 

4. Fifty(50) pound limit per can or bundle

5. NO DIRT, LOGS, ROOTS, OR STUMPS. NO PLASTIC BAGS

6. RESIDENTS ONLY (no contractors) may bring grass clipping and light brush to the Department of Public Works located on Jane Way off West Hanover Avenue during business hours, Monday thru Saturday, 6 AM to 1:45 PM. 


ZONE 1 COLLECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR:

June 10; July 8; Aug 12; Sept 9

ZONE 2 COLLECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR: 

June 17; July 15; Aug 19; Sept 16

MCMUA Household Hazardous Waste 2023 Drop-Off Event Days

Mark your calendars:

Sat, June 17/ 9 AM- 2 PM

Sat, Sept 16/ 9 AM- 2 PM

@ Morris Co. Public Safety Training Academy

Sat, Oct 21/ 9 AM- 2 PM

Pequannock Valley Park

Marvin Rd, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444


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Remaining Holidays:

Tues, July 4: Independence Day

Mon, Sept 4: Labor Day

Mon, Oct 9: Columbus Day

Thurs, Nov 23: Thanksgiving Day

Mon, Dec 25: Christmas Day

2023 Township Committee Office Hours

Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions you’d like to discuss with Township Committee members? If so, we invite you to join us the 1st Wed of each month except April, 6-7:30 pm at Town Hall, 50 Woodland Ave or by Zoom (click here)

June 6 Primary Election Info (polls open 6AM- 8PM)

-Vote-by-Mail Ballot Drop Box Locations

-Early Voting Info

-Forms

-Township Election Page

We're Hiring!

-Department of Public Works(DPW): Assistant Mechanic -Full-Time

-Administration: Part-Time Seasonal Greeter/Receptionist -June 28-Aug 4

-Finance: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)- Full-Time



Employment Page

Volunteers Needed!

Morris Twp. is looking for five(5) volunteers for the newly developed Cannabis Advisory Board. Also, one(1) vacancy currently exists on the statutory agency, Southeast Morris County Municipal Utility Authority(SMCMUA).


View Vacancy List

Volunteer Application

Big Screen Outdoor Family Movie Nights!

Bring the whole family and your blankets and lawn chairs to Ginty Field or Collinsville Playground & enjoy our Free Big Screen Outdoor Family Movies. The family oriented features will begin at dusk; approximately 8:30 PM. Check the Township of Morris website —www.morristwp.com — for updated show information.


Our anticipated movie nights for summer 2023 are as follows:



Wed, June 28th -Lyle, Lyle Crocodile

Wed, July 12th -Soul -Collinsville Playground

Wed, July 26th- DC League of Super Pets

Thurs, Aug 17st- Luca-Collinsville Playground

Sat, Aug 26th- Paws of Fury

Free Summer Concert Series at Ginty Field Gazebo!

Our 14th season of free Tuesday evening concerts will kick off on June 20th. Concerts are sponsored in cooperation with local offices of The Provident Bank.


Reserve these dates on your calendar: Check the Morris Township website — www.morristwp.com — for updated information.


Tues, June 20th, 7:00 PM- Jake Thistle Band

Tues, June 27th, 7:00 PM- The Kootz

Tues, July 11th, 7:00 PM- Hanover Wind Symphony

Tues, July 18th, 7:00 PM- The Belle Tones

Tues, July 25th, 7:00 PM- Nick Ryan and the Mess

Tues, August 1st, 7:00 PM- Jersey Sound

Tues, August 8th, 6:30 PM- TBD

Tues, August 15th, 6:30 PM- Concert Make-up Night

Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

Why should I be concerned about lithium-ion batteries?

- These batteries store a large amount of energy in a small space

-Batteries not used correctly can overheat, catch fire, or explode


Safety Tips:

-Purchase and use devices certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory such as:

-Do not use a generic battery or charger

-Only use the battery designed for the device or recommended during replacement

-Do not charge your devices on a bed or couch

-Always follow manufacturer’s instructions

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Black Bear Education In NJ

As black bears in NJ continue to adapt to living in closer proximity to people and human development, they learn to take advantage of human-derived food sources. NJ Fish and Wildlife has been conducting an intensive public education and outreach campaign to teach residents, hikers, anglers and campers about how to safely coexist with black bears and minimize negative interactions. Learn more here.

How to Avoid Tick Bites

Ticks can become infected with diseases when feeding on white-footed mice and other small mammals. An infected tick can then spread disease to a person through a tick bite. You can reduce the risk of getting diseases from ticks by taking steps to avoid tick bites. Learn more here.

"Morris Township in Motion" Events!

6/3: Walk Fairchild and Patriot’s Path at 10 am

6/24: Walk Jones Woods at 1 pm

7/8: Walk Jockey Hollow Top at 1 pm


Sponsored by the Township Transportation Advisory Committee(TAC). Click here for more info.


Questions? Email morristwpnj@gmail.com

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