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Volunteers Needed For Blood Drives

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers.

The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service and be able to perform tasks as needed. Must have transportation.

All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors. For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at (732) 850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

To apply online as a blood drive volunteer click here.

Mountain Lakes Borough Hall Temporary Relocation During Renovation

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Frank Cahill
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Mountain Lakes Borough Hall

MOUNTAIN LAKES — To accommodate the reconstruction of Borough Hall, Borough administrative offices have been temporarily relocated to 420 Boulevard, Suite 103.

420 Boulevard, located at the corner of Route 46 and the Boulevard, is known to many as the previous home of the Mountain Lakes Racquet Club. Entry to the property can be made via the Boulevard or Route 46 west.

The main entrance to the office building faces the Boulevard. The Borough’s offices are down the main hall on the left.

Borough offices that will be relocating to 420 Boulevard include:
·     Borough Manager
·     Borough Clerk
·     Code Enforcement
·     Construction Office (including sub-code officials)
·     Finance (CFO, payroll, accounts payable & receivable)
·     Planning
·     Recreation
·     Tax and Utility Collection
·     Zoning

The green payment box located at Borough Hall will remain in place and will be emptied each workday. Please feel free to continue to use it.

It is anticipated that Borough operations will be housed at the temporary location for at least the next 12 months. At this time, the Borough’s police and fire departments will continue to be housed at Borough Hall. We anticipate police operations will also move to 420 Boulevard within the next several months and we will be sure to let you know when that happens.

Morris County Library Reopened to the Public

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Frank Cahill
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The Morris County Library is located at 30 East Hanover Avenue in the Whippany section of Hanover Township

HANOVER —The Morris County Library has reopened to the public. The library will no longer quarantine returned material and fines will continue to be waived.

The public may now browse the entire first floor of the library which includes the following areas:

  • Reader Services
  • Children’s section
  • Music and media

In addition, the circulation desk will be open for material pick-ups, placing of holds, and walk-in questions. Computers will also be available. Usage is limited to one hour per day via sign-up. Sixty patrons will be allowed to enter the library at one time. Face masks must be worn (covering both nose and mouth) while inside the library. No exceptions. The second floor of the library, Snack Bar, Public Meeting Rooms, and Study Rooms will remain closed.

Library personnel is asking visitors to follow the “One Way” directional signs that have been posted and all other social distancing measures in place.

Library hours will be as follows:

  • Tuesday and Wednesday – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Thursday – 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday and Saturday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • (Library closed on Sunday and Monday)

Curbside Service is still available during curbside hours. Residents wishing to pick up via the curbside service should call (973) 285-6930.

Madison Rotary Hosts Virtual Wine Tasting

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Frank Cahill
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MADISON — Madison Rotary will host a virtual wine tasting event from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on  Thursday, June 3.

The focus will be on California wines especially chosen for this event. Selected Gouda cheese is also included.

The sommelier for the evening, Bryan Cocchiara, was a budding bourbon aficionado during his tenure in graduate school, but he truly fell in love with wine when he joined the team at Gary’s Wine.

He has a fond appreciation for bold cabernets, and soft, supple pinot noirs.

All proceeds from the event will fund Madison Rotary’s ongoing commitment to actively engage in eradicating food insecurity in the community, to empower youth, and to partner and provide financial assistance to more than 30 local organizations to enrich the Madison community for all.

The ticket price is $100 per pod, up to four people on Zoom. The wine tasting box includes Raymond Reserve Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, paired with Prairie Breeze Cheddar, and Angels Landing Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon paired with Beemster Gouda XO 26 month and crackers, a $65.00 value.

The wine and cheese can be picked up at Gary’s Wine in Madison until June 3 or they can deliver to your home for a $5.00 fee.

For every ticket, $50.00 is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Purchase tickets by clicking here.

Public Information Session: River Park Property – 34 Eden Lane

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Frank Cahill
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The site plan of 34 Eden Lane is a 172,661 square-foot four-story residential building to be located at the entrance to the River Park development and is a stand-alone building

HANOVER — The Township has requested that River Park Business Center, LLC conduct a public information meeting on Monday, May 10, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. regarding the initial site preparation for the development of the property at 34 Eden Lane, known as the River park property, and proposed process of dynamic compaction to improve the soil structural characteristics.

River Park Business Center received Planning Board approval on February 16, 2021, for the construction of a four-story, 81-unit multi-family residential apartment building on property located at 34 Eden Lane, designated as Block 3801 Lot 2 on the Township’s Tax Map.

The focus of the meeting will be to answer any questions the public may have regarding the dynamic compaction process. Speakers from the development will be present to provide information regarding the process and answers any questions.

Click here to join the Zoom meeting. Meeting ID: 965 5288 2197. Dial by your location: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York).

Click here to download answers provided by the Developer’s consultant from questions the Township has already received from the public.

Hanover Township Gets Its Own Mail-In Ballot Drop Box

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER — Hanover Township gets its own mail-in ballot drop box at Town Hall, 1000 Route 10.

The Ballot Drop boxes are all outside and under surveillance 24/7. They resemble a USPS Blue Mailbox, but are Red, White & Blue and display “Morris County – Official Ballot DropBox.” The ballots will be picked up by county representatives. All security measures will be followed when collecting and transporting the ballots back to the Board of Elections.

For a list of the other Ballot Drop boxes located in Morris County click here.

Additional locations may be added before the next election. You can deposit your ballot approximately 45 days prior to each election. All Ballot Drop boxes will be closed at 8 pm on Election Day.

Hanover Township Planning Board Public Hearing on 190 Park Avenue Redevelopment Plan

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Frank Cahill
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Hanover Township Planning Board Public Hearing on 190 Park Avenue Redevelopment Plan

HANOVER — Hanover Township Planning Board will hold a public hearing by way of ZOOM Webinar ONLY, on an “area in need of redevelopment” study prepared on behalf of the Planning Board by Burgis Associates, Inc., on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. Click here to download a copy of the plan.

The public hearing will be held in accordance with the New Jersey Local Redevelopment and Housing Law. The purpose of the investigation is to determine if the hereinafter described study area complies with the requirements to enable it to be designated as an “area in need of redevelopment.” An “area in need of redevelopment” designation shall establish a Non-Condemnation Redevelopment Area, which shall not authorize the Township to exercise the power of eminent domain to acquire any property in the delineated area.

The study area that the Hanover Township Committee requested the Planning Board to consider is comprised of Block 4802 Lot 2 on the tax maps of the Township of Hanover.  This property is located at 190 Park Avenue, south of Columbia Turnpike, and adjacent to and on the same side of the street as the Hyatt Hotel.  The property was formerly used by Emilcott Associates, an environmental, health, and safety consulting firm, and previously by the Red Oak Bank. Currently, the property is vacant, and the former buildings have been demolished.

The public is invited to attend the public hearing and present all comments and information on the Planning Board’s investigation as to whether such area should be designated as an “area in need of redevelopment.” All comments will be considered by the Planning Board and made part of the public record.

At its January 14, 2021, Township Committee meeting approved a resolution authorizing the Township’s Planning Board to undertake a preliminary investigation to determine whether the proposed study area, Block 4802, Lot 2, qualifies as an area in need of non-condemnation redevelopment. Click here to download a copy of the plan.

Kiwanis Club Plans Free Food Distribution

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Frank Cahill
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Tri-Town Kiwanis club will be distributing 4000 pounds of FREE Food on May 15

BOONTON — Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town will be holding a free food distribution on Saturday, May 15.

The goal of the effort, taking place from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Boonton High School, 306 Lathrop Ave, Boonton, is to help relieve “the financial strain put on families during this pandemic,” said Nicolas Limanov, Club President. This event is sponsored by Kohut and Sons Landscaping.

They will be distributing over 100 boxes containing up to 45 pounds of canned food, fresh produce, and groceries. Kiwanis Club will be purchasing 40,000 pounds of food to be distributed throughout the area. Kiwanis Club raises funds to purchase the food.

“Our food distribution for the needy is focused on sustaining good nutrition, health, and -most of all – human dignity by providing a means for the individual to meet their full potential and to silence the pain hunger brings,” said New Jersey Kiwanis District 9 Lt. Gov. Frank Cahill.

At the food give-away, recipients will stay in their cars. “Drive up, and we will put the food right in the vehicle,” said Limanov, noting that all recipients will be required to register in advance to make sure we have a sufficient supply of food. Register at www.kiwanishelps.org.

Other area Kiwanis Clubs will also join in on the food distribution. Other locations include Parsippany, Roxbury, Rockaway, Dover, Jefferson, South Orange, Maplewood, and Bridgewater.

“This process helps ensure the continued health and safety of our volunteers and makes the entire process efficient and effective during the distribution of food.”

Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town is made up of volunteers and does not have a paid staff. The members “are committed to providing an efficient and effective system for distributing food to alleviate hunger in our community, one family at a time,” said Cahill

The organization wants “to ensure that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives,” Limanov said its members “believe that by helping one child,” you help the world.

For more information on Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town, click here.

Mountain Lakes Borough Council Meeting to be held

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Frank Cahill
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Mountain Lakes Borough Hall

MOUNTAIN LAKES — Mountain Lakes Borough Council Meeting will be held on Monday, May 10, starting at 7:30 p.m. remote meeting via Zoom. (Executive Session at 6:30 p.m.)

The agenda for the Borough Council meeting includes:
1) Executive Session – Litigation (Tax Appeals) & Attorney – Client Privilege (Approval of Executive Minutes);
2) Special Presentation – Swearing in of New Police Officer;
3) Discussion – First Quarter 2021 Current Budget Report;
4) Discussion – First Quarter 2021 Water Budget Report & First Quarter 2021 Sewer Budget Report;
5) Discussion – Trust Balances;
6) Discussion – Capital Account Balances;
7) Discussion – 2020 Annual Audit;
8) Discussion – Audit Corrective Action Plan;
9) Introduction of Ordinance 11-21, Amending the Chapter 245 of the Revised General Ordinances of the Borough of Mountain Lakes to Make Cannabis Establishments Prohibited Uses Within the Borough of Mountain Lakes;
10) Introduction of Ordinance 12-21, Amending a Bond Ordinance of the Borough of Mountain Lakes, in the County of Morris, New Jersey, Heretofore Adopted on June 22, 2020 (#08-20).
Click here to download a copy of the agenda.
To Participate via computer click here: or call iPhone one-tap : US: +13126266799,, 208487754# or +19292056099,,208487754#

Or Telephone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or
+1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 Webinar ID: 208 487 754.
If calling into the meeting via telephone, the following commands can be entered via DTMF tones using your phone’s dial pad while in a Zoom meeting:
*6 – Toggle mute/unmute
*9 – Raise hand (once hand is raised, it cannot be lowered. If you change your mind and choose not to speak when called upon, please let us know that you have changed your mind).

Stolen Jeep from Juniper Road

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER — Hanover Township Police Officer Robert Miele responded to a residence on Juniper Road for a reported stolen motor vehicle, on Monday, May 3.

According to the victim, he parked his Jeep Cherokee in his driveway on Sunday afternoon and noticed it gone on Monday morning.

He stated he left the keys in his unlocked vehicle that contained numerous tools and personal items valued at approximately $2100. Investigation pending.

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