Please check the Canfield Avenue School link under Volunteer Organizations and Important Information, for information from the Board of EducationMayor Leary's Welcome
Welcome to the Township of Mine Hill's website. Our objective is to make this website your primary source of Township information by posting timely, accurate information. We have informed our volunteer organizations and committees on how they may use the site to post news of upcoming events, and look forward to working with everyone to ensure that information is available to all in the community.
The Township of Mine Hill is a beautiful residential community located in the northwest corner of Morris County. The Township is easy to reach via the midtown direct line of NJ Transit, which is available in nearby Dover, Interstate 80, US Route 46, and NJ State Highway 10.
Mine Hill has an excellent K-6 school system. The Canfield Avenue School is a Blue Ribbon School and has been declared a National School of Excellence.
Now a thriving suburban community, Mine Hill was once a active mining centre, with the first mining occurring in the early 1700s. The Dickerson Mine was owned and operated by Mahlon Dickerson, New Jersey's 12th Governor (1815-1817) and Secretary of the US Navy (1834-1838) and his family, and was the largest iron ore mine in the area. The mine supplied much of the ore used during the Revolutionary War period. At one time the township boasted some of the richest iron ore mines in the country. The last of the mines closed during the late 1960s.
With a current population of over 3,500, the township continues to expand its services and facilities, while maintaining its small town atmosphere. Many of the township's residents volunteer their time and hard work to make Mine Hill a better place for us all. With it's senior and youth recreational programs, diverse population base, and safe family environment, Mine Hill is the ideal town to call "Home".
Bulletins Special Notices to Mine Hill Taxpayers
REGARDING THE STORAGE OF UNLICENSED VEHICLES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the enclosed Ordinance was given a public hearing and final reading at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Township of Mine Hill on June 17, 2010. This ordinance was duly adopted at said meeting and will be legally enforceable on July 11, 2010.
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ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MINE HILL,
AMENDING SECTION 8.52.020 OF THE TOWNSHIP CODE REGARDING THE
STORAGE OF UNLICENSED VEHICLES
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Township Council of the Township of Mine Hill has the authority to act to protect the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the Township of Mine Hill (the "Township"); and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Township Council have determined that it is in the best interest of the Township to regulate the number of unlicensed vehicles which may be parked within the Township.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE TOWNSHIP OF MINE HILL, IN THE COUNTY OF MORRIS AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY that section 8.52.020 of the Township Code is hereby amended as follows:
SECTION 1. Section A of Section 8.52.020, entitled "Storage of unlicensed vehicles" is amended to read as follows:
8.52.020 Storage of unlicensed vehicles.
A. Storage of the Unused Machinery or Unlicensed Vehicles Prohibited. The Township council declares that the keeping, storage or abandonment of unused machinery or equipment or unlicensed motor vehicles upon lands within the limits of the Township is a nuisance in contrary to public health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the Township in that the exposure to view of such machinery or equipment or motor vehicles is unsightly and detrimental to the character and appearance of the Township and provides a breeding place for vermin.
SECTION 2. The remainder of Ordinance Section 8.52.020 shall remain unchanged, specifically Sections B and C and all subparts thereof.
SECTION 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances that are inconsistent with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency.
SECTION 4. In the event that any portion of this ordinance is determined to be invalid, such determination shall not affect the remaining portions of this ordinance, which are hereby declared to be severable.
SECTION 5. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon (a) final passage and (b) publication according to law.
I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an Ordinance passed by the Mine Hill Township Council at duly convened meeting held on June 17 , 2010.
Adopted: June 17, 2010 Mine Hill Township Council
Sam Morris President
Approved: June 17, 2010
Richard Leary, Mayor
Attest:
Patricia T. Korpos, Municipal Clerk
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Property Maintenance
A recent drive through the Township has revealed several proprities that may be in violation of the Township Property Maintenance Code. The Code Enforcement Department is asking for everyone's cooperation and assistance to improve the overall appearance of the community. One of the more obvious violations seems to be grass or weeds growing out of control.
Police Contact Number - Whenever it is necessary to contact the police, the public should call 973-366-0557 for assistance. Dial 911 only in an emergency. Do not think you are bothering them by calling. They are here to assist you.
On-line Tax Payments
The Tax Office now accepts tax payments on-line with a credit card (VISA, M/C, Discover, AMEX only), debit card, or checking account. This new feature will carry a convenience fee for credit card use of 2.25% .
No charge for debit or checking account use.
Water and Sewer payments will be accepted through this system at a future date. Credit cards are not accepted at the Tax Office for any payments.
To access the system, click on the left hand side of our site under the heading Make On-Line Tax Payments Here, or go to https://www.cit-e.net/minehill-nj/cit-e-access/TaxBill_Std/?TID=105&TPID=10599* to start the process.
Refunds for overpayments will not be processed via this system. Refunds are handled via Council approved Resolution with advice of the Tax Collector.
On the Home Page, look under Mine Hill Photos to view pictures from our Memorial Day Parade and Services held on May 31, 2010.
The Mine Hill Mulch site is open Saturdays only. The hours are 9 a.m. to Noon. It is for Mine Hill residents only! Place brush in the dumpster provided. Place leaves and grass in the mulch pile. No plastic bags or garbage allowed!
2010 Proposed Mine Hill Municipal Budget is available on this web site. Look at the bottom of the page on the left hand side and click on 2010 Municipal Budget.
The Mine Hill Beach is Open!!
Have you seen the newly renovated facility at the Beach? It is quite an improvement and something the Community can be proud of. In addition to the building upgrades, the water quality is also improved. We dredged the old sand out of the water and replaced it with new sand. A pump has been installed to draw water from the pond, circulate it through piping and hoses, and then back through sprinklers to deter the geese. Also, two subsurface aerators are being installed in the cove area of the beach to circulate the water and suppress underwater weed growth. Come to Town Hall to join for the Season, or go to the beach and pay a modest fee to swim for the day!
Upcoming Speakers at the Morris County Library
Sat. August 14th at 2 p.m., Mark Di Ionno, Star Ledger columnist and local author. Sat. Sept. 25th at 2 p.m., Dr. Michael Rockland, local author. Sta. Oct 23rd at 2 p.m., Gail Fishman Gerwin, local poet. All events are free. To register, call 973-285-6930 or go to www.mclib.info/author.html.
SPECIAL NOTICE---The Mine Hill Library has internet available during their public hours of Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Civic Center.
Catch The Wave---Play Youth Flag Rugby This Summer! It is a non-contact flag form of rugby intended to develop the skills necessary to succeed at any team sport including running, kicking, passing, teamwork, and self-confidence. The commitment level is entirely up to the participant, with the emphasis on having fun. Contact the Hine Hill Recreation Office at 973-366-9031 ext 61 or Rugby Program Director Omar Rivera at 973-900-0028 or omarrugby@optonline.net. Applications are available at www.minehillrugby.com. Cost is $55 for the first child, $45 for each additional sibling.
Free Summer Concert Series at the gazebo on Baker Street - Get together with your friends and neighbors on Sunday nights for some great music. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. Snack bar opens at 6 p.m. The lineup is: August 1st, Fly By Night, Classic Rock; August 15th, Reverse Order, Boy Band; and August 22nd, Radio Active, Classic Rock. Call the Recreation Office at 973-361-9031 ext 61 for more information.
Family Movie Nights at Frelinghuysen Arboretum-Cost is $5 per carload for members and $10 for non-members. The Arboretum opens at 6 p.m. and movies start at 8:15 p.m.
On Friday, August 27th, see Wall-E. In case of inclement weather, call 973-326-7601.
Fall Soccer Signups - Open to children ages 6-17 as of October 2010. Sign up fees are $50 for 1st child, $35 for 2nd child, and free for the 3rd or more children. Stop at the Recreation Office from 9 a.m. to noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays to sign up. Each child receives a uniform they may keep.
The County College of Morris Library is available for use by Mine Hill residents. Come to the Mine Hill Library to get a library card on Tuesday or Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m., then go to the CCM campus in Randolph to use their facility.
Join the Mine Hill/Wharton Cub Scout Pack 45. Boys in grades 1 through 4 are invited to join during the open enrollment period. Pack meetings are held once a month on the third Thursday of the month at the Canfield Avenue School from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Den meetings are held independently depending on the Den your child would be enrolled in. Please visit our web site, www.pack45nj.org or contact Chris Ann Redington at 973-361-1670 for more info.
Official H1N1 Flu information is available at www.flu.gov. Mayor Leary would like all Mine Hill residents to be informed by checking this web site.
Blood Drive every 4th Sunday of the month, the Blood Center of New Jersey holds a blood drive for whole blood and platelet collection using apheresis at the Mine Hill Civic Center from 7 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. No appointment needed for whole blood donations. An appointment is needed for platelete donation. Please contact Mr. Marty Slater to make an appointment at 800-652-5663 ext. 197. His fax is 973-414-9317. His email is mslater@bloodnj.org. Thank you for giving!
Mine Hill Recreation Sports Equipment Drive. Why buy new cleats and shin guards every year when last year's are like new. If we work together to recycle our old equipment to younger players in town, we all benefit. Any time the snack shed is open you can donate your old equipment and/or pick up some equipment for your child. New Jersey's
Clean Energy Program is coordinating a Refrigerator Recycling program for residents throughout the state of New Jersey. This program provides a $30 reward and free pick up of old refrigerators and freezers for New Jersey residents. These old units are not only wasting energy, but money as well -- up to $150 a year. And, through this program, NJCEP (in partnership with JACO Environmental) safely recycles 95% of each unit. That means these units aren't going into landfills or back on the secondary market, but are being turned into items we use everyday, such as cell phones and laptops. Residents can make an appointment for a free pick up by calling 1-877-270-3520 or visiting www.NJCleanEnergy.com.
Check the Mine Hill Recreation web site at www.minehillrec.com for current program information including the Soccer Clinic for Kindergarten aged children.
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