Morris County Government

As the opening ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. ET today, the Morris County Commissioners and Morris County congratulate our hometown heroes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics! Jack Alexy of Morristown, N.J. – Swimming Jackie Dubrovitch or Riverdale, N.J. – Fencing Nic Fink of Morristown, N.J. – Swimming Amanda Golini of Randolph, N.J. – Field Hockey Keturah Orji of Mount Olive, N.J. – Track and Field Morgan Pearson of Harding, N.J. – Triathlon John Tolkin of Chatham, N.J. – Soccer We also wish the best of luck to those still qualifying: Christina Epps of Morristown, NJ – Track and Field Staci Manella of Randolph, NJ – Paralympian in Alpine Skiing Go make your mark, Team USA! #Paris2024 #GoForGold #HometownHeroes #MorrisCountyOlympians #TeamUSA #MorrisCountyNJ

July 26 is National Disability Independence Day! On the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Department of Human Services announce the launch of the NJ Disability Information Hub, an accessible website that brings together resources from across state government into one place for New Jersey residents with disabilities and their families, caregivers, and advocates all in one convenient place. To commemorate National Disability Independence Day, the N.J. Department of Human Services invites the public join a virtual event to present the Disability Information Hub, including a demonstration of the site, at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 26. Join the virtual event at: https://ow.ly/RPTV50SKx5j Speakers include: • Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman • Dave Cole, New Jersey State Chief Innovation Officer • Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Beyer • Mercedes Witowsky, Executive Director of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities • Kevin Nuñez, Vice Chair of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities On behalf of Board of County Commissioners, Morris County Commissioner Director Christine Myers presented a proclamation to the DAWN Center for Independent Living earlier this month, an essential nonprofit agency that works with the county to ensure individuals with disabilities and their families receive the support needed to be active and engaged members of our communities. https://ow.ly/lE3C50SKx5k #DisabilityIndependenceDay #ADAAnniversary #NJDisabilityHub #MorrisCounty

The Board of County Commissioners warmly welcomed the crew, Chief of the Boat and Commissioning Committee of the United States Ship New Jersey (SSN 796) to Morris County today, as the sailors travel through the Garden State this summer as part of their "Namesake Program." The tour aims to connect the submarine crew to the State of New Jersey through visits ahead of the Sept. 14 commissioning of the U.S. Navy’s latest fast attack submarine. The new USS New Jersey is the first Virginia-based class submarine. Eight members of the crew, which included four men and four women, toured the historic Morristown Green and Washington’s Headquarters while in Morris County. "We are honored to welcome the crew of the USS New Jersey to Morris County," said Director Myers. "Our county is home to so many sites of immense historical importance, and we are proud to share its legacy with the officers and crew who will soon serve on the USS New Jersey. We hope this visit highlights our deep appreciation for their service and connects them to the critical history they protect for our county." Special thanks goes out to the the Office of Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and the USS Commissioning Committee for coordinating with county agencies and organizations to schedule the USS New Jersey crew visit to Morris County. https://ow.ly/nfGM50SJItt

Congratulations to Morristown for landing among the top 10 in the nation on Fortune's 50 Best Places to Live for Families List! https://ow.ly/lw6t50SJG6A And what timing. With the 250th Anniversary of America approaching, everyone should know that the seat of Morris County is also known as the Capital of the American Revolution. Morristown’s rich history goes beyond the Morristown National Historical Park and Ford Mansion. Come visit us during the celebration! https://ow.ly/OQLX50SJG6z #Morristown #BestPlacesToLive #MorrisCountyNJ

Morris County Commissioner John Krickus, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, Hanover Mayor Ace Gallagher and American Legion Post 59 Vice Commander Norus Achmetov joined members of the Ukrainian American Cultural Center of New Jersey (UACCNJ) on Sunday, July 21. It was an opportunity to hear from the Ukrainian American community and obtain an update from those on the ground in Ukraine. “When we asked our county staff for help, the response was immediate and enthusiastic. What is behind this strong response? I believe it’s very simple. Americans love freedom, and we love people fighting for freedom,” said Commissioner Krickus, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. To date, Morris County has provided the following support to the people of Ukraine, facilitating donations through the UACCNJ: • 100 protective vests and helmets donated by the Morris County Sheriff’s Office and Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. • 100 surplus tactical radios donated by our Department of Law and Public Safety. • Morris County EMS donated surplus medical supplies. • Morris County Office of Emergency Management helped to set up a medical bus donated by the UACCNJ. • Morris County Human Services staff assisted refugees.

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The Office on Aging, Disabilities, and Community Programming provides services to older adults, veterans, and adults with disabilities. The division is looking for a dedicated social worker to work in Adult Protective Services. Adult Protective Services investigates allegation of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults. https://ow.ly/3WI850SFb86

The Morris County Sheriff's Office (MSCO), Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and Morris County Board of County Commissioners are working with the nonprofit Prevention is Key (PIK) in Rockaway to expand “harm reduction” efforts in the county. These efforts are designed to combat overdoses and address substance use disorders by providing people who use drugs with life-saving tools, counseling and educational information to positively refocus their lives. https://ow.ly/g9BO50SEmBL

Morris County officials joined the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation and a host of other state and local dignitaries and residents today in reactivating the restored Hopatcong State Park Fountain – 99 years to the day after it was first opened to visitors. The iconic fountain first opened to the public on July 16, 1925, serving as a popular cooling spot for lake visitors and offering photo opts to families for generations before it was closed in the 1990s due to clogging issues. A restoration effort began in 2014 through funding approved by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners (then called “Morris County Freeholders”), helping the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum in conjunction with the Lake Hopatcong Foundation to complete the work. “This project brought the fountain back to being operational for the first time in more than two decades. It revitalizes our community spirit, provides much-needed aeration for the Musconetcong River, and returns a beloved asset to the community to enjoy for another 99 years,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw. https://ow.ly/h7zK50SCOAa

Attention Jersey Shore-goers: New Jersey transportation and emergency agencies will be conducting annual hurricane evacuation exercise on Thursday, 7/18. No roads will be closed; however motorists should expect an increased police and work crew presence on key shore routes: -Atlantic City Expressway (entire length from Atlantic City to Washington Township) -Garden State Parkway (mile post 0 in Lower Township to mile post 38 in Egg Harbor) -I-195 (mile post 6 in Robbinsville to approximately mile post 34 in Wall) -Route 72 (mile post 13.8 in Barnegat to approximately mile post 29 in Ship Bottom) -Route 47 (mile post 16 to 21 in Dennis, and approximately mile post 32 to 35 in Maurice River) -Route 347 (mile post 0 in Dennis to approximately mile post 9 in Maurice River)