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View our website's Agenda Center for each respective meeting Agenda. Meetings are now in-person at the Municipal Building, 50 Woodland Avenue and via Zoom. | |
Mon, April 3: Planning Board, 7 PM
Tues, April 11: Economic Development Advisory Committee, 7 PM
Wed, April 12: Transportation Advisory Committee, 7 PM
Thurs, April 13: Environmental Commission,
7 PM
Mon, April 17: Planning Board, 7 PM
Wed, April 19: Township Committee,
7 PM (click here) to view the Township Committees agendas, minutes, videos, & emails)
Thurs, April 20: Open Space, 7 PM
Mon, April 24: Board of Adjustment, 7 PM
Thurs, April 27: 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. | |
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April Department of
Public Works (DPW) Dates
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Fri, April 7: Area 1 Large Item Collection*
Fri, April 14: Area 2 Large Item Collection*
Sat, April 15: Zone 1 Yardwaste Collection, see below for additional information
Fri, April 21: Area 3 Large Item Collection*
Sat, April 22: Zone 2 Yardwaste Collection, see below for additional information
Fri, April 28: Area 4 Large Item Collection*
Mon, April 24-Fri, April 28: 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
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Remaining Holidays:
Mon, May 29: Memorial Day
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
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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:
April 15; May 13; June 10; July 8; Aug 12; Sept 9
ZONE 2 COLLECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR:
April 22; May 20; June 17; July 15; Aug 19; Sept 16
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MCMUA Household Hazardous Waste 2023 Drop-Off Event Days | |
Mark your calendars:
Sat, May 20/ 9 AM- 2 PM
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
Flyer...
| All Township of Morris non-emergency offices will be closed on Friday, April 7 in observance of Good Friday. Area 1 large item collection is not cancelled, and will continue as scheduled. | |
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 first Wed of each month for Office Hours. April will be the only exception, due to Passover, Office Hours for April will be held the following Tues, April 11th. So mark your calendar:
1st Wed of each month except April,
6:00-7:30 pm at Town Hall, 50 Woodland Ave or by Zoom (click here)
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Sewer Fee payments may be made by mail, online, or in the drop box located outside the front door & middle entrance of the Municipal Building, 50 Woodland Avenue.
-Notify Me (Main Calendar/ Property Tax & Sewer)
-Payment online using Edmund’s WIPP allows you to make a one-time payment by credit card or checking account ACH payment.
Sewer Dept. Page
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Firehouse Easter Egg Hunts! | |
Sunday, 4/2 at 1pm (NEW DATE)
Hillside Fire House/Hayward Park (Hillside Hose)
132 Western Avenue
Sunday, 4/2 at 1:30 PM
Municipal Building (Woodland Firehouse)
50 Woodland Avenue
Saturday, 4/8 at 10:30am
Alfred Vail School (Fairchild Firehouse)
125 US-202
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2023 Pickleball Badge Registration:
In order to use our courts you must have a badge. Each badge is good for one(1) year, January 1- December 31 of the current year, and can be purchased on our CommunityPass website.
Pickleball Badge check started March 25:
Additional Info...
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Early Bird Discounts thru April 30th.
April 1, 2023 through the end of the season for individuals, couples, and families who were members the 2022 season & Morris Township residents seeking NEW membership.
April 17, 2023 through the end of the season All seeking NEW membership.
Additional Info...
| Pool Photo ID's begin Thurs(5PM- 8 PM), April 20th - July 20th and Sat(9 AM-1 PM), April 22nd - July 22nd with the exception of May 27th & July 1st . Photos are taken in the Parks & Rec Office, 50 Woodland Ave. All children 4+ require a picture ID. | |
Spring Recreation Programs | |
Adult: line dancing, fitness class, pickleball, tennis, & yoga
Children: pickleball, tennis instruction (beginner/intermediate), parent & me sports, soccer squirts, sports for squirts, and t-ball.
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2023 Townwide Garage Sale | |
The Morris Township Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale is returning on May 20 & May 21!
Please sign up via Community Pass by May 17th to be listed for free on the Township Website.
If you have any questions, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (973) 326-7371.
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April is Clean Community Month | |
The Morris Township Dept. of Parks & Rec invites residents and community groups to join our Clean Community effort, by cleaning up one of the Township’s parks, community facilities, or your own neighborhood. Cleanups will be held on Saturdays, from April 1 through April 29.
Please contact the Parks & Rec Dept. at
(973)326-7371 to schedule your participation. Thank you in advance for keeping Morris Twp. clean! Flyer
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Smoke Alarm Checklist:
-Smoke alarms are on every level of the home
-Smoke alarms are inside & outside sleeping areas
-Smoke alarms are tested every month (makes noise when you press the test button)
-Smoke alarm batteries are changed as needed
-Smoke alarms are less than 10 yrs. old (replace every 10 yrs)
If you need any assistance with your smoke detectors, the Morris Twp Fire Dept. offers a smoke detector program. For more information visit, https://www.morristwp.com/145/Smoke-Detectors
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Morris Co. Property Alert Service | |
Unfortunately, property and mortgage fraud is a fast growing crime in our country. Scammers record fraudulent documents - like fake deeds - or record fake liens - against property owners. In some cases, fraud on real property is not discovered for years. To address these concerns, and protect one of your most important assets, Morris County Clerk's Office offers this FREE service to notify you immediately via email whenever a document with your name is recorded in the County Clerk's Office.
Please sign up today and protect your property from fraud. It's quick, easy and free.
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Low & No Cost Preparedness | |
Disasters are costly but preparing for them doesn’t have to be. In fact, taking time to prepare now can help save you thousands of dollars and give you peace of mind when the next disaster or emergency occurs.
Take these simple steps now to be better prepared for any disaster or emergency that have little to no cost.
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Subscribe to Receive Local, County, & State Notifications Directly to your Inbox! | |
2023 Tri-County Junior Police Academy | |
7th and 8th graders are eligible to apply unless your in high school and previously attended.
Week 1: Mon, July 10 - Fri, July 14
Week 2: Mon, July 17- Fri, July 21
Graduation: July 21 at 12 PM
Application due: 4/15/23
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DPW /Assistant Mechanic /FT
Send application to resume@morristwp.com
Department of Parks & Recreation:
-Seasonal Part-Time Summer Recreation Program (Directors, Leaders, & Specialty Instructors)
-Seasonal Part-Time Swim Pool(lifeguard, pool attendant...)
-Seasonal Part-Time Park Maintenance Workers
Click "Employment" for applicable applications.
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The Morris Winter Market is brought to you by Grow It Green Morristown @gigmotown & sponsored by our Environmental Commission.
Sundays at the Convent Train Station parking lot: Dec. 4th - Apr. 30th, 9:30am to 1pm (check social media for closure dates)
Website / Instagram / Facebook
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