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Obadiah La Tourette
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Obadiah La Tourette
The Long Valley Mill

The building looms over the bustling Route 24, once called Chester Pike, just east of Long Valley center. At once, upon seeing it, you know that the mill holds a thousand stories and probably a thousand more secrets in its ancient timbers.

Aerial View of Long Valley
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Aerial View of
Long Valley in Fall

In the rolling hills of Morris County, Washington Twp is noted for preserved farmland and historic buildings. Washington Township was incorporated as a township on April 2, 1798, from portions of Roxbury Township.

5K Turkey Trot
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Turkey Trot 2017
in Long Valley

The WMC Memorial 5K Turkey Trot is a community event being held to continue the tradition of the WMC Memorial Race started 12 years ago in memory of Kyleigh D’Alessio and Tanner Birch.

Police Honor Guard 2018
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Police Honor Guard 2018
Washington Township Police Department

The mission of the Washington Township Police Department to protect life and property, enforce the law in a fair and impartial manner, and to preserve the peace, order, and safety of the community we serve.

Califon Road Park
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Califon Road Park
Pond at Califon Road Park

The pond at Califon Road Park is located behind the parking area for the park’s Little League field and four all-purpose fields

Memorial Day Ceremony
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Memorial Day Ceremony
Rock Spring Park

Washington Township held its annual Memorial Day Ceremony to salute our brave servicemen and servicewomen who have given so much for our country at the Veterans Memorial Site at Rock Spring Park.

Santa Program
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Santa Program
Cucinella School

At the Recreation Department’s annual Afternoon with Santa at Cuccinella School, local families enjoyed face painting, balloon animal and photos with the Santa and his helper.

PAPER SHREDDING, E-WASTE, BRUSH, and RIGID PLASTIC RECYCLING EVENT

  Saturday, May 21, 2022 8:00 to 11:00 AM at 54 Rock Road, Long Valley  This event is open to Washington Township, Morris County, residents only. Proof of residency is required. For more information call the DPW at 908-876-3382. SHREDDING Total allow...

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New Ordinances Adopted, Introduced

The following ordinances were adopted at the April 18, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Washington Township Committee:  RO-02-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF MORRIS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 217 “ZONING”, ARTICLE IV “...

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Request for Summer Camp Proposal

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON  COUNTY OF MORRIS   PROGRAM DESCRIPTION   Washington Township wishes to receive proposals for services in connection with the operation of a summer camp program to be held a...

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Washington Township Well Testing Report

  Did you know that homeowners are responsible for testing their wells for contaminants? Unlike public water, which is tested by the provider, the quality of well water is the responsibility of the property owner alone. The CDC recommends testing wat...

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FREE Tree Seedlings for Washington Township Residents

  Free Tree Seedlings for Washington Township Residents Free tree seedlings will be available to Washington Township residents April 23rd as part of the New Jersey Forest Service’s New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign. From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Satur...

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Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Launched by Morris County

  Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Launched by Morris County Historical Online Project Dedicated on National Vietnam War Veterans Day “Welcome Home: Morris County’s Vietnam Vets,” an online collection of data, photographs and facts about the Morris County...

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52 Forested acres preserved in Washington Township

 Preserved Properties Morris County 2020 WT applications 52 forested acres preserved in Washington Township Two properties, 37 and 15 acres, are now public open space A 37-acre wooded property that will help connect township-owned open space and...

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Morris County Launches New Veteran & Family Counseling Service

  Morris County Launches New Veteran & Family Counseling Service Program is Among Three New Services Focused on Former Military Morris County has launched a “Veteran and Family Support Program” under contract with the Mental Health Association to ass...

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Margaret Nordstrom - Morris County Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Alex DeCroce Public Leadership Award Recipient

 Margaret Nordstrom, Washington Township Mayor 1994-1999, and Matt Murello, current Washington Township Mayor. Mayor Murello joined with Morris County business leaders and elected officials to congratulate Margaret Nordstrom, the Morris County Chambe...

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Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Facility in Morris County

  The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) operates a year-round Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facility in an effort to make managing HHW more convenient for Morris County residents and businesses.  The HHW facility is located at the...

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Proposals Requesting for Farming on Two Parcels

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Township of Washington, Morris County is soliciting Requests for Proposals to conduct agricultural farming activities on Block 34, Lot 46.04 in accordance with specifications which are available in the Office of the Townsh...

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Morris County Small Business Grant Program Accepting Applications

 The Morris County Small Business Grant Program will begin accepting on-line applications at 8 a.m. on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, to aid local, small companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits impacted by the pandemic. Find eligibility guidelines, suppo...

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Morris County Small Business Grants Available Monday 2/14

  Morris County Small Business Grants Available Valentine's Day The Morris County Small Business Grant Program will begin accepting on-line applications at 8 a.m. on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, to aid local, small companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofi...

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NJ Earned Income Tax Credit

  The NJ Treasury Department has once again launched a statewide campaign to raise awareness about New Jersey’s Earned Income Tax Credit (NJEITC). Thanks to the latest policy changes enacted by Governor Murphy and the Legislature, more money is avail...

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Township Committee Jan. 17 Meeting on Zoom

The Monday, January 17, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Township Committee will be on zoom. The meeting can be accessed via the information below. The agenda will be available on the Township calendar (with zoom link) at the bottom of the home page www.w...

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Township Committee Jan. 17 Meeting on Zoom

The Wednesday January 17, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Township Committee will be on zoom. The meeting can be accessed via the information below. The agenda will be available on the Township calendar (with zoom link) at the bottom of the home page www...

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Municipal Utility Authority Information Session and Q & A

What: Washington Township Municipal Utility Authority Information Session and Q & A Where: Washington Township Public Library, 37 E. Springtown Rd, Long Valley When:  Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Join us for a conversation with Tom McAndrew...

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Volunteer Boards & Committee Openings

Did you know that there are approximately 15 volunteer boards & committees that do important work in Washington Township?  the Thursday Market at Long Valley, Fireworks, Shade Trees, Planning Board, Zoning Board, Trails Expansion,  Historic Preservat...

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Prescription Drug Drop Off at Washington Township Police Station

 Prescription Drug Drop Off Any expired, or unused prescription drugs can be  dropped off in a drop box at the Washington Township Police Station, 1 E. Springtown Road, Long Valley. (908) 876-3232 For other drop off locations in Morris County click H...

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Christmas Tree Recycling

If you would like to recycle your live Christmas tree, you may bring it to the DPW at 54  Rock Road. Please remove all lights, ornaments, and tinsel from the tree before bringing it to the DPW.  Your clean tree can be placed in front of the cinder bl...

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