EAST HANOVER — The Morris County Mosquito Commission has announced that it will use an all-terrain vehicle to treat a section of woods in East Hanover Township.
The mosquito spraying is scheduled to occur from 4:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, weather permitting, according to the commission.
The area scheduled for treatment is:
East Hanover Township: Ridgedale Avenue (Lurker Park).
The commission will use Anvil 2+2, with the active ingredient Sumithrin (EPA#1021-1687-8329), or Zenivex E4, with the active ingredient Etofenprox (EPA#2724-807).
For more information, click here or call (973) 285-6450.
Suspect Caught with Fake $100 Bills After Fleeing Denville Police
MORRIS COUNTY — A Brooklyn man has been charged with attempting to use fake currency and subsequently eluding police in Denville Township.
On July 3, police responded to a business on Broadway following a report of an individual attempting to purchase with a fraudulent $100 bill.
During the investigation, the suspect, identified as 31-year-old Marquis Fleming, fled from officers on foot.
After a brief chase, officers apprehended and took Fleming into custody. According to police, a search incident to the arrest revealed sixteen fraudulent $100 bills in Fleming’s possession.
Fleming was charged with eluding, uttering a forged document, and driving while suspended. Police said he was released pending a court appearance.
BOONTON — The Morris County Democratic Committee highlights three fearless and trailblazing local elected officials recently honored for their outstanding service.
These revolutionary women — Former Morris Township Mayor Cathy Wilson, Boonton Town Councilwoman Marie DeVenezia, and Parsippany Councilwoman Judy Hernandez – were selected for new awards to honor their longtime leadership and fighting spirit.
Chairwoman Amalia Duarte recognized the honorees, saying, “These are leaders with a vision, who are relentless and don’t back down. They fought against the odds to win elections.”
The women were honored at the Morris County Campaign Kickoff & Awards Night on June 20. It started with Morris Township Mayor Donna Guariglia presenting the first “Cathy Wilson Leadership Award.”
Mayor Guariglia described Wilson’s record of breakthrough initiatives. Wilson was primarily responsible for transforming the Morris Township Committee from all-Republican to entirely Democrat. She became the first Democratic woman deputy mayor and mayor.
Mayor Guariglia called up former Mayor Wilson to open an envelope revealing the winner: a very shocked Cathy Wilson!
Next, a Boonton attorney running for County Surrogate, John Holly, read a touching introduction for the new “Dr. Edina Renfro-Michel Community Service Award.” This award recognizes Councilwoman Renfro-Michel, who passed away last year after a long battle with cancer. “Her town of Boonton was what she cared about, and her fingerprints are on all over projects that continue to this day,” said Holly.
The award was given to a surprised and emotional Councilwoman, Marie DeVenezia. “Marie is exactly what you’d want in a Council Member,” said Holly. “She is direct — straightforward — honest, dedicated and thoughtful. She carefully considers each action — not for how it would benefit her personally or her election prospects — but for how it will benefit the town.”
Finally, Chairwoman Duarte revealed the winner of the first “Sandi Mayer Fearless Leadership Award” in honor of the late Morristown council president, who passed away in April.
“This winner, like Sandi, is badass, fearless, compassionate, and a loyal friend to many,” said Chairwoman Duarte. “The honoree has been involved with Morris County politics since President Obama’s years. She has volunteered on local boards and with nonprofits for many years. She is passionate about the environment and led her community’s green team, advocating for sustainable policies.”
“Running for office is never easy, and this honoree ran four times, finally winning a local council seat last year by just a handful of votes,” said Chairwoman Duarte.
The Morris County Democratic Committee congratulates award winners Parsippany Councilwoman Judy Hernandez, former Morris Township Mayor Cathy Wilson, and Boonton Councilwoman Marie DeVenezia for all their achievements.
Sheriff James Gannon, Boonton Councilmember Robert Murray, Boonton Council President John Meehan, Boonton Councilmember Alexis Minson, Boonton Mayor James Lynch and Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw.
BOONTON — Morris County Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw joined Mayor James Lynch, Sheriff James Gannon, and residents yesterday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the historic Stone Arch Bridge.
The bridge, constructed by local mason John Carson Sr. in 1866, initially served as a viaduct providing fire protection for the Boonton Ironworks. It now serves as a pedestrian bridge and overlook for the Boonton waterfalls. It is the only connection across the Rockaway River from Grace Lord Park to the old ironworks.
Town of Boonton Mayor James Lynch is presented a Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund plaque from Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw.
The restoration of the Stone Arch Bridge was completed through efforts of the Board of County Commissioners, the Town of Boonton, and the N.J. Historic Trust.
“The Stone Arch Bridge is the only intact portion of the ironworks remaining,” said Shaw, who also presented a Morris County Historic Preservation plaque that will be affixed to the bridge. “This bridge connects us physically and symbolizes our connection to the past. Its restoration ensures future generations can continue enjoying its scenic views and appreciate its significance as a landmark on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places.”
Since the inception of the county Historic Preservation program in 2003, the Commissioners have awarded 533 grants totaling nearly $49 Million to aid in the preservation, protection, and restoration of 123 historical properties in 34 towns throughout the county.
The Stone Arch Bridge was supported with $368,160 in Historic Preservation Trust Fund Grants including:
A 2018 grant for completing a Conditions Assessment.
A 2019 grant for creating Construction Documents related to preserving and stabilizing the structure, landscape, and architecture.
A 2020 grant for stabilization and repair of the masonry structure, including stone cleaning, raking and repointing of mortar, and replacing the concrete bridge deck.
The Grace Lord Park trail providing access to the bridge received $32,000 through the Morris County Trail Construction Grant program in 2021. When the project is complete, it will make the area more accessible to residents and visitors.
“I’d like to thank the commissioners for supporting the Historic Preservation and Trail Construction programs,” said Mayor Lynch. “The trail development at Grace Lord Park will offer more opportunities for hiking, walking, and enjoying the views of the Boonton waterfalls and the Rockaway River. These trails serve recreational purposes and highlight the historical importance of the Stone Arch Bridge and its role in connecting different parts of the park.”
“Today is a wonderful day for Boonton as we reopen this historic bridge,” said Sheriff Gannon. “It’s not just a bridge — it’s a piece of our history that connects us to the beauty of Grace Lord Park and the Boonton waterfalls.”
Kiwanis Club of Randolph Township members celebrate their First Place win for the Freedom Festival at the International Kiwanis Convention in Denver, Colorado, receiving a $2,000 award.
MORRIS COUNTY — A longtime Randolph resident, volunteer, and Governor of the N.J. District of Kiwanis International has been named the Grand Marshal of this year’s Randolph Kiwanis Freedom Parade.
The Freedom Parade kicks off at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 13.
Congratulations to the Kiwanis Club of Randolph Township for having their Freedom Festival named First Place in the Kiwanis International Signature Project competition at the recent International Kiwanis Convention in Denver, Colorado. The club was awarded a check for $2,000.
The Randolph Freedom Festival will open on Thursday, July 11th, and run through Saturday, July 13th, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. each evening at the County College of Morris. This three-day festival will feature live music, amusements, carnival games, great food, fireworks, and an expanded Beer Garden with beer, wine, and hard seltzer. Enjoy your favorite festival foods like funnel cake, fried Oreos, sausage and peppers, hot dogs, and ice cream. Bring your family and friends to the County College of Morris for an evening of family entertainment. Mechanical rides will be available again in 2024, with Thursday and Friday nights being bracelet nights—ride as much as you like for $30.00 on either night.
Each night will include live music entertainment, a variety of food trucks and vendors, a beer garden, carnival games, knockerball, and axe-throwing. The spectacular fireworks display is scheduled for Saturday, July 13th, with a rain date of Sunday, July 14th. Bring the family and enjoy the Randolph Freedom Festival!
Please note that smoking and pets are not allowed on the CCM campus. Anyone found violating these policies will be asked to leave.
The complete schedule for the Randolph Freedom Festival is as follows:
Thursday, July 11
Freedom Festival: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
There are amusements, games, food, music, a beer garden, and vendors
Bracelet Night: Ride the carnival rides all night for $30.00
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.: Live entertainment to be announced
Friday, July 12
Freedom Festival: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
There are amusements, games, food, music, a beer garden, and vendors
Bracelet Night: Ride the carnival rides all night for $30.00
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.: Live entertainment to be announced
Saturday Morning, July 13
Randolph Kiwanis Freedom Parade: Steps off at 10:00 a.m.
Saturday Evening, July 13
Freedom Festival: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
There are amusements, games, food, music, a beer garden, and vendors
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.: Live entertainment to be announced
Saturday, July 13
Fireworks: Begin at 9:45 p.m. with synchronized music by DJ
The best show in Morris County!
$5.00 suggested donation per car for parking at CCM (a donation will benefit a Randolph youth group)
The parade will march rain or shine and will only be canceled in the event of an electrical storm.
Rain Date Information for Evening Festival and Fireworks
If the fireworks are canceled on July 13, the rain date will be July 14. If the Freedom Festival is canceled on July 13, the rain will be on July 14 from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. In case of questionable weather, check randolphnj.org or randolphkiwanis.org.
NJ Sore Loser Law Could Impact Ruiz's Re-election Effort
DOVER — A current Democratic Dover councilwoman, Karol Y. Ruiz, who filed for re-election as an independent after losing party support, could face challenges if judges enforce New Jersey’s Sore Loser Law.
Ruiz sought the Democratic organization line earlier this year, but the Dover Democratic Committee chose her opponent, Veronica Velez.
Karol Y. Ruiz
In an undated letter to Veronica Velez, Ruiz stated, “As you know, following the conclusion of what I believed to be an extremely flawed process, I decided to withdraw my candidacy in the Democratic primary and continue my campaign for re-election as an Independent candidate.” (Click here to read the document.)
Ruiz also wrote a letter similar to that of Independent Candidate John Londono. (Click here to read the document.)
The Morris County Board of Elections confirmed Valez and Londono as candidates.
On March 3, Ruiz filed a document with the New Jersey Election Enforcement Commission stating she was running as an Independent for a Council seat in Dover, Ward 3. (Click here to read the document.) Ruiz also filed an amended form on March 9, 2024.
New Jersey Globe states, “Under similar circumstances, independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. faces a lawsuit alleging that his prior candidacy for the Democratic nomination prohibits a general election candidacy. A Superior Court judge has scheduled a hearing on Kennedy’s candidacy on July 17.”
“As a believer in the rule of law, it is evident to me that Ruiz planned to run in the Democratic primary and dropped out only when she decided she was unlikely to win,” Dover Mayor James Dodd told the New Jersey Globe. “Based on the spirit of the Sore Loser Law, Ms. Ruiz should abide by the law and stay out of the general election. I cannot comment further on what legal actions may be taken should she refuse to do what is right by her constituents.”
In 2022, a Monmouth County Superior Court Judge, Linda Grasso Jones, ruled that New Jersey’s Sore Loser Law applies to write-in candidates. The case involved Joseph Abutel, who ran an unsuccessful write-in campaign for the Colts Neck Township Committee in the Republican primary. After losing, he filed to run as an independent in the general election. The court found that the Sore Loser Law prevented him from appearing on the ballot as an independent, establishing that even write-in primary candidates are subject to this law.
On September 13, 2023, the superior court concluded Penns Grove Mayor LaDaena Thomas “did unsuccessfully seek to win a primary election for the mayoral position and, therefore, cannot be named on the printed ballot as an independent candidate under N.J.S.A. 19:13-8.1.,” The decision stopped the County Clerk from placing her name on the printed ballot but clarified that she could still compete for the position as a write-in candidate.
The Sore Loser Law states, “…candidates who sought, but failed, to secure the nomination of a political party from running as independents or as nominees for another party in the general election. These restrictions are sometimes called sore loser laws. Some states have explicit sore loser laws, while others have similar requirements.
Dover Focus attempted to comment from Ruiz, but requests went unanswered as of the publication of this article.
MORRIS COUNTY — SheriffJames M. Gannon and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office want the public to have a safe summer, so they’ve compiled some helpful information to help you have a great season.
“School is out, and it is time to enjoy summer fun. We must all stay safe this season,” said Sheriff James M. Gannon. “I can assure everyone the Morris County Sheriff’s Office is ready and actively doing our part to ensure you get the most out of every moment spent with family and friends. Let’s do so in the safest way possible.”
Burglary Prevention and Car Theft Prevention
This year, the Morris County Sheriff’s Crime Scene Investigation Section responded to many motor vehicle burglaries and thefts. If you plan to travel, the Crime Scene Investigation Section suggests using the following tips:
Contact your local police department to inquire about property checks.
Be aware of what you post on social media, including photos and where you “check-in.” This will alert followers that you are on vacation.
Make sure all doors and windows are locked.
Make your residence look occupied in your absence. Set indoor and outdoor lights on timers, use motion sensors, and have your mail and newspapers collected.
Do not have any home improvements done on your house while you are away.
Invest in a camera system or alarm company for home surveillance. There are reasonably priced systems available.
Lock valuable and important items in a safe place only you would know.
Consider having a friend or family member check on the house.
If vehicles are in the driveway, ensure they are locked and the garage door opener is not in the car.
Protect Your Vehicle
Stolen vehicles and car burglaries have affected many Morris County residents. Once someone accesses your vehicle, you can become a victim of additional crimes, such as home burglaries via garage door openers or identity theft if purses and wallets are left in vehicles. Help protect yourself by following these tips:
Lock your vehicle and remove the key fob.
Do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
Protect your identity and accounts by removing purses, wallets, and checkbooks from your vehicle.
Contact your local Police Department to report any suspicious individuals or vehicles in your neighborhood.
Fireworks Safety
Please remember that fireworks can be dangerous and should best be enjoyed by attending professional fireworks displays. However, if you are using fireworks, please review the laws to ensure you adhere to regulations. Legal fireworks can cause severe injury and property damage. Be cautious of your surroundings and courteous to your neighbors. Drink responsibly. Always supervise children, especially around sparklers. Most of all, have fun and enjoy the festivities. A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
Wear safety glasses when using fireworks.
Use legal fireworks in a clear outdoor area, away from people, buildings, and bushes.
Never try to make your own fireworks.
Be careful with sparklers! They burn at approximately 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt glass. They can ignite clothing and burn hands and feet. A fun alternative is to use glow sticks instead. Be prepared for accidents:
Have a bucket of water or fire extinguisher accessible.
If an eye injury occurs, immediately go to a doctor or hospital. Do not touch or rub an eye injury, as this may cause more damage.
Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them and placing them in a metal trash can away from a building until the next day.
Attend public fireworks displays and leave the lighting to the professionals.
Do not pick up pieces of fireworks after an event.
Do not bring pets to fireworks displays to avoid exposure to the sound.
Make sure your pet has an identification tag in case it runs away.
Safe Boating Tips
The Morris County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol Unit works with the New Jersey State Police, patrolling the waters of Lake Hopatcong from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. Boating accidents can be prevented by following these safety rules:
The operator must have an operator license, valid registration, and boating safety certificate in possession.
Personal flotation devices (PFDs) must be available for all passengers on board. Children 12 and under must wear PFDs while the vessel is moving.
A throwable seat cushion or ring buoy must be available.
The vessel must have an adequate horn or whistle and an approved fire extinguisher.
Navigation lights must be on between sunset and sunrise.
Be aware of your swimming capability.
Avoid alcohol.
Check local weather conditions before departure.
Use common sense – operate at a safe speed, stay alert, and be respectful of navigational aids and other boaters.
Summer Grilling Safety Tips
Always place your grill well away from home structures and deck railings and away from overhanging branches.
Before using a gas grill, check the connection between the propane tank and the fuel line to ensure it is not leaking and is working properly.
Regularly cleaning your grill can prevent dangerous flare-ups.
Grills should be monitored when in use.
Use long-handled grilling tools to give the chef plenty of clearance from heat and flames.
Members of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board during their May 18 visit to the Seward House in Mount Olive, an Italianate style farmhouse that sits on 270 acres of park land.
DOVER — The Morris County Board of County Commissioners was asked to approve $3.6 million in grants from the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to help restore, preserve, and further protect 21 historic sites in 16 towns across Morris County.
Included in the sites are Arthur W. Condict House – Windows and Turret $40,000; Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Preservation Plan Dover Town $5,000; and Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Register Nomination Dover Town $5,000.
More than half the funding recommended by the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board, about 77 percent, is directed toward construction grants for 12 of the projects. Roughly 23 percent is recommended for non-construction activity at nine other historic sites. Those grants would support design and specification work for future construction on four sites, preservation planning for two sites, a historic landscape plan for one site, assist with the acquisition of one site, and fund the research and development necessary to submit another site for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places.
“Taxpayers have supported our historic preservation program for more than 20 years. While the funding preserves our county’s unique heritage by restoring and protecting the fabric of our history, it also supports economic development, tourism, and educational opportunities that enhance the overall quality of life of our communities,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw liaison to the Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board.
“As Morris County prepares to host the 250th Anniversary of our nation’s independence in 2026, many of the 123 funded historic sites will be on display for visitors to appreciate,” he added.
Jefferson Township has been recommended to receive a grant for the first time for the Chamberlain House. Built in the 1870s in the Second Empire architectural style, the building was used as a library from the 1960s until 1982, when the township acquired it. It currently operates as a museum and headquarters for the Jefferson Historical Society. A $16,160 grant has been recommended to support completing a Preservation Plan.
To date, the Morris County Board of County Commissioners has awarded 533 grants of nearly $49 Million to assist in preserving, protecting, and restoring 123 historical properties since 2003, when grants were first issued for protecting historic sites through Morris County’s Preservation Trust Fund. The sites are in 34 towns.
“For the application review process, the county historic preservation consultant reviewed 22 applications for conformance to the Secretary of Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties. The (Historic Preservation) board members conducted site visits after final presentations by the applicants, and the review board deliberated on funding recommendations,” said Larry Fast, Chair of the Review Board. “19 of the 21 projects received full funding this year.”
Among the projects recommended for approval by the Commissioners include:
Ford-Faesch House, Rockaway Township
The 18th-century Georgian-style Ford-Faesch House was leased by Faesch, a Swiss ironmaster who produced munitions critical to Washington’s Revolutionary War effort. The $400,000 grant will provide partial interior restoration and roof replacement, including fireplace surrounds, wood flooring, restoration of the main staircase, and new asphalt shingle roofs at the main and east wings.
Martin Berry House, Landscape Plan
The c. 1720 Dutch Colonial house includes a gambrel roof, shallow fireplaces, interior chimneys, thick stone walls, and massive roof framing. It was documented through the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) in 1939 and listed on the National and New Jersey Registers in 1973. The $31,922 grant will provide for the completion of a Historic Landscape Report.
The Commissioners anticipate taking action on the recommendations provided at the next work session meeting, scheduled for July 10, 2024.
Ray Chang, Historic Preservation Program Coordinator, walks towards the entrance of the Chamberlain House in Jefferson Township.
MORRIS COUNTY HISTORICAL PRESERVATION TRUST FUND2024 GRANTS
Ayres Farm Garage – Exterior Restoration Denville Twp. $254,800 C Arthur W. Condict House – Windows and Turret Dover Town $40,000 C Cook House – Exterior Restoration East Hanover Twp. $334,000 C L’Ecole Kinnelon Museum – Electrical Upgrades Kinnelon Boro. $138,704 C Museum of Early Trades & Crafts – Clock Restoration Madison Boro. $15,280 C Acorn Hall – Interior Restoration Morristown Town $176,360 C Seward House – Interior Restoration Mount Olive Twp. $398,172 C Mountain Lakes Train Station – Partial Exterior Restoration Mountain Lakes $433,520 C Craftsman Farms – Hall Restoration Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. $26,772 C Pompton Plains Railroad Station – Exterior Rehabilitation Pequannock Twp. $345,723 C Ford-Faesch House – Interior Restoration Rockaway Twp. $400,000 C Lafayette School – Exterior Restoration Roxbury Twp. $241,608 C Darress Theatre – Construction Documents Boonton Town $106,450 NC Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Preservation Plan Dover Town $5,000 NC Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Register Nomination Dover Town $5,000 NC Chamberlain House – Preservation Plan Jefferson Twp. $16,160 NC Millington Schoolhouse – Construction Documents Long Hill Twp. $44,000 NC Madison Masonic Lodge – Acquisition Madison Boro. $562,500 NC Schuyler-Hamilton House – Construction Documents Morristown Town $26,360 NC Growing Stage – Construction Documents Netcong Boro. $24,800 NC Martin Berry House – Landscape Plan Pequannock Twp. $31,922 NC
21 Projects Totaling $3,627,131 21 C – Construction Grant NC – Non-Construction Grant
Members of the Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board during their May 18 visit to the Seward House in Mount Olive, an Italianate style farmhouse that sits on 270 acres of park land.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of County Commissioners was asked to approve $3.6 million in grants from the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to help restore, preserve, and further protect 21 historic sites in 16 towns across Morris County.
More than half the funding recommended by the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board, about 77 percent, is directed toward construction grants for 12 of the projects. Roughly 23 percent is recommended for non-construction activity at nine other historic sites. Those grants would support design and specification work for future construction on four sites, preservation planning for two sites, a historic landscape plan for one site, assist with the acquisition of one site, and fund the research and development necessary to submit another site for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places.
“Taxpayers have supported our historic preservation program for more than 20 years. While the funding preserves our county’s unique heritage by restoring and protecting the fabric of our history, it also supports economic development, tourism, and educational opportunities that enhance the overall quality of life of our communities,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw liaison to the Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board.
“As Morris County prepares to host the 250th Anniversary of our nation’s independence in 2026, many of the 123 funded historic sites will be on display for visitors to appreciate,” he added.
Jefferson Township has been recommended to receive a grant for the first time for the Chamberlain House. Built in the 1870s in the Second Empire architectural style, the building was used as a library from the 1960s until 1982, when the township acquired it. It currently operates as a museum and headquarters for the Jefferson Historical Society. A $16,160 grant has been recommended to support completing a Preservation Plan.
To date, the Morris County Board of County Commissioners has awarded 533 grants of nearly $49 Million to assist in preserving, protecting, and restoring 123 historical properties since 2003, when grants were first issued for protecting historic sites through Morris County’s Preservation Trust Fund. The sites are in 34 towns.
“For the application review process, the county historic preservation consultant reviewed 22 applications for conformance to the Secretary of Interior Standards for Treatment of Historic Properties. The (Historic Preservation) board members conducted site visits after final presentations by the applicants, and the review board deliberated on funding recommendations,” said Larry Fast, Chair of the Review Board. “19 of the 21 projects received full funding this year.”
Among the projects recommended for approval by the Commissioners include:
Ford-Faesch House, Rockaway Township
The 18th-century Georgian-style Ford-Faesch House was leased by Faesch, a Swiss ironmaster who produced munitions critical to Washington’s Revolutionary War effort. The $400,000 grant will provide partial interior restoration and roof replacement, including fireplace surrounds, wood flooring, restoration of the main staircase, and new asphalt shingle roofs at the main and east wings.
Martin Berry House, Landscape Plan
The c. 1720 Dutch Colonial house includes a gambrel roof, shallow fireplaces, interior chimneys, thick stone walls, and massive roof framing. It was documented through the Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) in 1939 and listed on the National and New Jersey Registers in 1973. The $31,922 grant will provide for the completion of a Historic Landscape Report.
The Commissioners anticipate taking action on the recommendations provided at the next work session meeting, which is scheduled for July 10, 2024.
Ray Chang, Historic Preservation Program Coordinator, walking towards the entrance of the Chamberlain House in Jefferson Township.
MORRIS COUNTY HISTORICAL PRESERVATION TRUST FUND2024 GRANTS
Ayres Farm Garage – Exterior Restoration Denville Twp. $254,800 C Arthur W. Condict House – Windows and Turret Dover Town $40,000 C Cook House – Exterior Restoration East Hanover Twp. $334,000 C L’Ecole Kinnelon Museum – Electrical Upgrades Kinnelon Boro. $138,704 C Museum of Early Trades & Crafts – Clock Restoration Madison Boro. $15,280 C Acorn Hall – Interior Restoration Morristown Town $176,360 C Seward House – Interior Restoration Mount Olive Twp. $398,172 C Mountain Lakes Train Station – Partial Exterior Restoration Mountain Lakes $433,520 C Craftsman Farms – Hall Restoration Parsippany-Troy Hills Twp. $26,772 C Pompton Plains Railroad Station – Exterior Rehabilitation Pequannock Twp. $345,723 C Ford-Faesch House – Interior Restoration Rockaway Twp. $400,000 C Lafayette School – Exterior Restoration Roxbury Twp. $241,608 C Darress Theatre – Construction Documents Boonton Town $106,450 NC Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Preservation Plan Dover Town $5,000 NC Orchard Street Cemetery Gatehouse – Register Nomination Dover Town $5,000 NC Chamberlain House – Preservation Plan Jefferson Twp. $16,160 NC Millington Schoolhouse – Construction Documents Long Hill Twp. $44,000 NC Madison Masonic Lodge – Acquisition Madison Boro. $562,500 NC Schuyler-Hamilton House – Construction Documents Morristown Town $26,360 NC Growing Stage – Construction Documents Netcong Boro. $24,800 NC Martin Berry House – Landscape Plan Pequannock Twp. $31,922 NC
21 Projects Totaling $3,627,131 21 C – Construction Grant NC – Non-Construction Grant
