Municipal Messenger Monthly/ April |
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Mon, April 4: Planning Board, 7 PM
Tues, April 5: Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC), 7 PM
Mon, April 11: Senior Citizens Advisory Committee,
3 PM
Wed, April 13: Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC), 7 PM
Mon, April 18: Planning Board, 7 PM
Tues, April 19: Environmental Commission, 7 PM
Wed, April 20: Township Committee, 7 PM (click here to view the Township Committees agendas, minutes, videos, & emails)
Thurs, April 21: Open Space, 7 PM
Mon, April 25: Board of Adjustment, 7 PM
Thurs, April 28: Historic Preservation Commission,
7 PM
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View our website's Agenda Center for each respective meeting Agenda with Zoom Information
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April Department of
Public Works (DPW) Dates
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Sat, April 9: Yardwaste Collection, Zone 1
Fri, April 15: Good Friday. No trash, recycling, & large item collection
Sat, April 16: Yardwaste Collection, Zone 2
*Call the DPW, 973-326-7398 or request a pick-up online in advance (all requests should be made the week prior to scheduled Friday pick-up date), link
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Curbside Yardwaste Collection
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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.
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ZONE 1 COLLECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR:
April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, Aug 13th, Sept 10th
ZONE 2 COLLECTIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR:
April 16th, May 21st, June 18th, July 16th, Aug 20th, Sept 17th
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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.
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Township Committee Office Hours |
The Township Committee will be rotating Committee Members every first Tuesday of the month in 2022.
Tuesday, April 5:
-4:30- 5:30 PM Open Session via Zoom with Deputy Mayor Catherine "Cathy" Wilson. (Zoom info will be posted to www.morristwp.com "Township Highlights" closer to the date)
Bring your questions, comments, concerns or suggestions.
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MCMUA Household Hazardous Waste 2022 Drop-Off Event Days |
Sat, May 21 / 9 AM- 2 PM/ County College of Morris
Sat, June 11 / 9 AM- 2 PM/ Morris Co. Public Safety Training Academy
Click here for more dates & information including acceptable and unacceptable materials list
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MTPD Medication Return Box
Approved Items: Prescription and Over-the-Counter Medications, Vitamins, Medication Samples, Veterinary Medications, Narcotics, Empty Containers
Over the counter and prescription medications should not be disposed down the drain because wastewater treatment facilities are not designed to remove pharmaceutical compounds and they may end up in your local waterways, and may eventually be found in drinking water.
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3 P's of Flushing: Pee, Paper, Poo |
With the increased use of wipes ("flushable, wet, baby, anti-bacterial, disinfectant) and paper towels, we are reminding all residents to please make sure you put these items IN THE TRASH and DO NOT FLUSH down the toilet. Flyer...
THE “FLUSHABLE” WIPES MYTH
Flushable wipes are often marketed as an alternative to toilet paper and claim to be “flushable” and “sewer safe.”
These wipes DO NOT break down when flushed in both private household plumbing and the public sewer system.
Serious blockages resulting in septic and sewer backups may occur.
Disposable wipes, even those labeled ‘flushable’ should be disposed of in the trash, not flushed down the toilet.
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Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale |
The Morris Township Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale is returning on May 21st & May 22nd!
Please sign up via Community Pass by May 18th 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 in Morris Township! |
The Morris Township Department of Parks & Recreation 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 2nd through April 30th.
Please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (973)326-7371 to schedule your participation. Thank you in advance for keeping Morris Township clean!
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Tri-Morris Junior Police Academy |
The annual Tri-Morris Junior Police Academy is a comprehensive two week program for sixth(new) thru eighth graders focusing on:
-Education for junior recruits from numerous agencies
-Familiarization of internal departments and the criminal justice system
-Physical Training
-Hands-on Learning and Application
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2022 Summer Concert Series- Tuesdays beginning June 21 |
On June 22nd, The Parks & Recreation Department will kick off the 2022 Summer Concert Series with a local favorite, Heart of Gold Band.
The Summer Concert Series will be every Tuesday at 7 PM thru August 9th, weather permitting. The full schedule will be listed in the Summer Brochure and our website, www.morristwp.com closer to June.
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Dept. of Parks & Recreation Spring Brochure! |
Children's Spring Rec Activities: T-Ball, Parent & Me Multi-Sports, Sports for Squirts, Senior Sports for Squirts, Soccer for Squirts, Soccer for Senior Squirts, Parent & Me Soccer for Squirts, Children's Tennis, and Children's Pickleball
Adult Spring Rec Activities: Yoga for Adults, Line Dancing, Adult Pickleball- Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced, Adult Tennis Instruction-- Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced, and Women's Softball Team
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The 2022 Summer Brochure and registration via Community Pass is anticipated to be available mid-April. The brochure will be available on our website, www.morristwp.com as well as mailed to residents.
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Pool membership is now open for our renewing 2021 members and all Morris Township residents that wish to apply for a membership.
Please view the brochure for more information or visit Community Pass to register. If you currently have a Community Pass account, we ask that you do not create a duplicate account. For assistance with your account, please call our office at 973-326-7371.
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Mark your calendars -- don’t miss our 2022 Opening Swim Pool Party at Streeter Pool on June 18th from 1 PM – 8 PM. Come out and enjoy great music, food & fun!
This is a great opportunity to see our pool facilities. Not a pool member, this event is open to non-members for a fee of $5.00 at our entry gate.
We hope to see you there!
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Senior Club & Senior Activity Room! |
The Senior Club is excited to announce that general meetings are back starting April 5 at New Bridge Church, 57 Kahdena Road. The Senior Club is open to Morris Township residents 60 +. Registration dues are $10.00 per year upon registering- you will receive a monthly senior newsletter, which includes all the fun trips and activities the club has to offer. Call 973-326-7371 to sign up.
The Senior Activity Room will be reopening on Mon, April 4, at that time all activities will resume!
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Spring Line Dancing is still available!
Line dancing will be indoors at Fairchild Firehouse Thursdays' April 7- May 12. Fee is $35.00 per person.
Beginner: 11 AM- 12 PM
Intermediate: 12 PM- 1 PM
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Useful Information & Reminders from JCP&L |
-If you are without power, don't rely on your neighbors to report it. Customer outage reports help JCP&L crews pinpoint damage + restore power faster. The more info they have, the better!
-Steer clear of downed power lines. Always assume they are live + dangerous. Report asap, via 9-1-1
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Environmental News You Can Use |
-Morris Township Focuses on Residential Composting with Two Upcoming Events
-Native Pollinator Plant Sale Begins April 1
-Five Tips for the Plastic Bag Ban
-Get a Free Check-up of Your Home's Energy Efficiency
-Upcoming Local Events
-Why Native?
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