Morris Plains Weekly Email 10/23/2020

Morris Plains Borough Weekly Update

Friday, October 23, 2020

Welcome to the weekly E-mail update from the Morris Plains Borough Website. These E-Mails are intended to keep the subscribers informed of current and upcoming events and activities in and around town that may be of interest.

The Morris Plains Borough Council

Upcoming Municipal Meetings

Meeting notices and agendas will be published at www.morrisplainsboro.org

Monday, 10/26, Board of Adjustment Meeting

Click here for full calendar on website

Other Key Dates This Week - read further for more info

10/23-25 Strides for Education

10/24 DEA National RxTakeBack Day

10/24 - Community Bonfire

10/25 Christmas in October Concert

Election Information

Please visit our website for all the latest election information.

The 2020 General Election will be conducted primarily by Vote by Mail.

All voters are strongly encouraged to vote by mail. If you come to the

Community Center you will only be allowed to vote using a provisional

(paper) ballot. There will be no voting machines except for the disabled.

Click for instructions on how to vote by mail and

for Morris County Drop Box Locations.

Additional information can be found on both the

Morris County Clerk’s website and the County Board of Elections website.

2020 Municipal Budget Summary

A snapshot of the Borough's municipal budget is now available on the Borough website under Town Business > Town Budget and Financials > 2020 Budget Summary.

Fall and Halloween Fun!

Display your scarecrow in town! *NEW* pick up your frame from the community center, compliments of the DPW. Click on new flyer for details.

The Great

Halloween Costume Swap!

Did you know we have a town wide Facebook site to pass on items you no longer need? This helps you and your neighbors save money and helps the environment by giving items new lives!

This month, this site will be full of Halloween costumes -- please post yours today and see if you can use any that are there! This is for Morris Plains residents only. Have fun "shopping" and while you're there, perhaps you can give some other items new lives too!

Morris Plains Parents - Free MP Stuff Facebook Group - click on the TOPICS for Halloween costumes to easily search through the listings.

Click on flyer to enlarge.

Sunday, October 25th at 2 pm (no rain date)

Morris Plains Presbyterian Church Parking Lot, 400 Speedwell Avenue

The Morris Plains Community Band is presenting its annual Holiday Concert early this year, as it is very unlikely that it will be able to perform inside this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a finale to the concert, the band will be joined by the Morris Plains Community Choir, singing several well-known Christmas Carols and the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's "Messiah".

The public is invited to this concert. There is no admission charge, but please bring a lawn chair. There is also no rain date, so if the weather is bad on October 25th, the concert is cancelled.

Free Flu Shot Available in October to those who Qualify

Free Flu Vaccines are available for Morris Plains residents age 50 and over OR under age 50 with a pre-existing condition (and with a doctor's note) at "Fast ER", 130 Speedwell Ave., Morris Twp. (862-242-8053) during the month of October. Must show proof of Morris Plains residency.

THE STRIDES FOR EDUCATION 5K IS BACK, OCT. 23-25!

And this time, it's virtual. It's the same healthy community event to support our schools that you know and love--but now you can run or walk wherever you like. All participants are entered into a raffle for prizes. Send us your selfies as you do your course!

Learn more about signing up or becoming a sponsor at www.educationfoundationmp.com. Click on flyer to enlarge.

Help Morris Plains Soccer Kick Cancer!

Join our annual O'Neill's Play4theCure supporting the National Foundation for Cancer Research. Dine to Donate has ended, but you can still make a donation. to help us meet our 2020 fundraising goal.

Thank you for joining this cause that is so close to our hearts. Together we will kick cancer!

DONATE NOW

All Season's Garden Club Scentsy Fundraiser

Love those decorated trees lining the streets of Morris Plains in the winter?

Please help the All Seasons Garden Club keep our town festive with their October fundraiser. Stock up on gifts or treat yourself - 25% is donated!

Click on the flyer for more details.

Library Shredding Fundraiser

Fall Shredding will take place on Saturday November 7th from 9am-Noon. $6.00 per bag/box.

Visit the library's Facebook page for details!

Oct 24th, 10-2, Stop & Shop

Time to Dispose of Unused Medication!

Members of the Morris Plains Police Department and Morris County Prosecutor's Office will be at the Stop & Shop on October 24, 2020 from 10 am - 2 pm, to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription medications. No needles will be accepted. If you can't attend this event, the Morris Plains Police Department can assist residents with disposal of small amounts of medications. Contact the Department or visit our website for details. www.morrisplanspolice.org

Municipal Court Update - 9/11/20

In an effort to maintain public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, the municipal court will continue to host remote virtual court sessions. Please contact us to schedule a proceeding and/or provide updated personal information.

If you are disputing a traffic ticket and do not wish to appear in court, many cases are now eligible for review through the Online Municipal Case Resolution System at njmcdirect.com. You may select the option for case dispute and enter your ticket information. Eligible traffic tickets will be reviewed by the prosecutor and you will be notified with their recommendation.

Our office is here to serve you during the hours of 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. While the building is closed for public entry, you may call the court to schedule an appointment at 973-538-4019. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service in "The Community of Caring" and strive to provide a satisfying court experience for all.

Morris Plains Webmaster Melissa Gibson can be reached at morrisplainsweb@gmail.com

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