The Township of Mendham is happy to present our annual Ski/Snowboard program. Our ski club program is open to all children in Grades 6 through 12. This year, the program will continue to take place over six Sundays at Camelback Ski Resort in Tannersville, PA.
Transportation & Lift Tickets are included in registration. This program is fully supervised, but we still look for additional volunteer chaperones.
Program dates include January 3, 10, 24, 31 and February 7, 21.
Departure: 7:00 AM (please arrive at 6:45 AM)
Pick up: We will depart Camelback at 3:00 PM and arrive in Mendham at 4:00 PM
Both Departure and Pick up will take place at 18 West Main Street, Brookside, NJ at the Mendham Township Elementary School.
Price for six-week program: $592.00 (Increases due to COVID busing and restrictions)
Price for six-week program: $372.00 (PARENT MUST PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION)
Price for six-week program: $262.00 (Township provides transport, no lift ticket - for season pass holders)
MAKE YOUR DECISION CAREFULLY. AFTER DECEMBER 4, WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE CHANGES IN MODE OF TRANSPORTATION AND NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN SHOULD YOU DECIDE TO DRIVE YOUR CHILD!
* Mendham Township & Mendham Borough residents receive "IN TOWN" pricing. There is a $25.00 out of town fee applied to all out of town residents.
* Additionally, register by Friday, December 18, 2020 to avoid a $25.00 late fee. Registration MAY remain open past December 18 if there are spots available to fill a bus. Should we need to start a new bus, we will begin a waitlist and when there are enough participants, they will be released from the waitlist.
* There is the option to add on ski or snowboard lessons for $45 per week. These lessons are 90-minute lessons provided by the Camelback staff.
COVID UPDATES AND GUIDELINES FOR SKI CLUB
Due to the nature of COVID-19 and the everchanging Executive Orders and guidelines issued as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, please be sure to review the below PRIOR to registering for the ski club. The ski club is a very intricate program to put together and there are many moving parts that COVID-19 makes even more difficult. In order for this program to be effective in its operation, please only register if you are sure that you feel comfortable with the given protocols. No refunds will be given after ski club has begun for any reason other than medical reasons with a doctor's note, or a complete closure/cancellation due to COVID-19.
This year, you may notice an increased cost. Transportation is extremely costly and operating it at half capacity makes it even more costly. This is a part of why no refunds will be issued except in the situations mentioned above, as all expenses - from staffing to buses and lift tickets - need to be covered.
We do not permit anyone to sign up by the trip - you must sign up for the entire session of ski club. Additionally, if you plan to drive your child to the mountain and leave them for the day, please contact David Guida. We will waive $220 from the cost of the trip.
Please take a moment to review the below:
Buses:
* Temperature checks will be completed when entering the bus.
* Additionally, sanitizer will be provided for all participants upon entry to the bus.
* Buses will be seated every other seat (meaning each individual will have their own row).
* Masks will be required at all time on the bus.
* There will be no more than 25 participants on each bus. To eliminate possible exposure to COVID-19, we will take requests for bus placements if you are already in close contact with any individual on the trips.
* Requests (outside of grade) will be taken for individuals in close contact beyond ski club.
Meeting Area:
* More guidance is to come on this. However, we are anticipating that the lodge will have very limited access. A request is pending with Camelback to allow the buses to remain in the lots so that participants can return to the bus for breaks, and bring grab and go lunches to the bus. However, we have been guaranteed that the buses may return for lunch. So, skiers not wishing to enter the lodge will be able to leave personal items on the bus, including lunch, and return during a designated time to eat.
Refunds:
* In the event of a closure of the State of New Jersey or Camelback prior to the start of ski club, full refunds will be given to all participants.
* In the event that an individual becomes injured and cannot attend ski club, a full prorated refund will be given.
* No refunds will be given for missed trips other than injuries or with a doctor's note!
* In the event that there is a cancellation due to COVID-19, a refund will be given for each missed week. However, make ups will be scheduled where possible first.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with any questions that you may have via email at dguida(a)mendhamtownship.org<mailto:dguida@mendhamtownship.org>.
David Guida
Recreation Director
Office: 973-543-4555 ext. 222
Cell: 908-477-4438
dguida(a)mendhamtownship.org<mailto:dguida@mendhamtownship.org>
Township of Mendham
2 West Main Street
Brookside, NJ 07926
Over the past year, we have seen many new volunteers join our boards, committees and first-responder organizations. We are grateful to these dedicated volunteers and thank them for their service. Without their time, skills and resources, our community would be hard-pressed to keep critical town government functions running smoothly and maintain the quality of life that makes Mendham Township such a wonderful place to live.
As we enter 2021, these organizations could use more helping hands! If you are interested in getting involved with our open committees and boards detailed below, please send a resume and cover letter to our Mendham Township Clerk (mtclerk(a)mendhamtownship.org) by Friday, December 4th. If you would like to volunteer for our Fire Department or First Aid Squad, please reach out to the organizations directly.
Planning Board
The Planning Board functions under the guidelines established by the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law, N.J.S.A. 40:55D. The Planning Board adopts the Township’s Master Plan and Official Map and hears applications and makes decisions on subdivisions, site plans, and conditional uses. The Planning Board also advises the Township Committee on changes to the Township’s land use ordinances.
(Zoning) Board of Adjustment
The Zoning Board deals with the issuance of variances which are based on the municipality’s zoning ordinance. The zoning ordinance establishes specific requirements for a land area within a municipality and regulates not only the uses permitted, but the size of the parcels, setbacks required, parking, signs, conditional uses and numerous other such regulations.
Parks and Recreation Committee
The Recreation Advisory Committee works with the Mendham Township Director of Recreation to make recommendations to the Township Committee with respect to recreation programs and the planning, development, construction, and maintenance of the town’s recreational facilities.
Tree Committee
The goal of the Tree Protection Committee is to preserve trees. This committee views trees as a precious resource which protects the semi-rural character of the Township, thereby increasing groundwater recharge, reducing stormwater runoff, increasing soil fertility and allowing for increased wildlife habitat. The committee also encourages new plantings of native species of trees.
Board of Health
The focus of Mendham Township’s Board of Health is primarily septic and well-plan reviews, discussion and approvals. The Morris County Office of Health Management provides services to Mendham Township including septic and soil inspections, well inspections, food licensing and inspections, health clinics, health education and health code enforcement. The nurses provide various health programs for residents, including child health clinics, hypertension screenings as well as programs to assist the elderly. Each month, a health officer report is presented to the Board at their meeting; a flu clinic is scheduled for two dates in the fall.
Historic Preservation Committee
The Mendham Township Historic Preservation Committee's goal is to preserve and educate the community about its rich history and to encourage its protection. The committee catalogs and preserves historic documents and artifacts.
Wildlife Management Committee
The Mendham Township Wildlife Management Committee serves as the advisory board to the Township Committee on deer control programs and initiatives as well as provides general advice on wildlife management within the community. The Committee issues access permits to hunters to hunt on municipal lands and reports deer harvest totals to the Township Committee at the end of the season. It also maintains a list of licensed hunters who are permitted to hunt on private property.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee assists the Township Committee in the municipal budget process. The Finance Committee conducts budget workshops to review department requests. After the workshops are concluded, the Finance Committee works with the CFO to present a budget to introduce at the Township Committee level.
Fire Department
The Fire Department is entirely a volunteer organization. The Department is comprised of two independent Fire Companies - Brookside Engine Company (www.bec1.org) on the east side of town and Ralston Engine Company (www.ralstonengine.org) on the west side of town. The Fire Department’s mission is to protect and serve our community from fire and other emergencies by providing fire suppression services, rescue services and to assist residents with problems beyond their control through code management, public education, and incident response. The firefighters complete training to maintain their skills and are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Anyone over the age of 14 is eligible to join.
First Aid Squad
The Mendham Township First Aid Squad is an all-volunteer organization of caring, well trained professionals who provide emergency medical care. From minor cuts and scrapes, to rescuing injured hikers, to critical medical emergencies - the First Aid Squad helps neighbors year-round. The squad has opportunities for Emergency Medical Technicians, Drivers, and people who have other skills they would like to volunteer. For EMTs and Drivers, the squad will provide the training that you need to become certified, no prior experience required. If you're interested in the medical field, this is a great way to get involved. The squad also works closely with our local fire companies and assists with community events. If you're interested in learning more, please email membership(a)mtfas.org.
It has been 262 days since the first reported positive case of COVID-19 in New Jersey - we have all had a long eight months. Although Mendham Township has one of the lowest reported case numbers in Morris County, we are still seeing new cases of COVID-19 reported every week. Since March, there have been 87 cases of COVID-19 in the Township. Over 20 of those cases have been reported in November. We are in the midst of the “second wave” of this virus and we need to do everything possible to slow the transmission.
This past Monday, the Governor signed an Executive Order reducing the indoor gathering limits to no more than 10 people. As you finalize your Thanksgiving plans, I urge you to honor these limits. This is not the year for a big family gathering. For more information on how to celebrate Thanksgiving safely, please view the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s guidance on holiday celebrations<https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html>. The New Jersey Department of Health also strongly recommends against families taking residents out of long-term care facilities for holiday celebrations or gatherings.
I know many college students will be traveling home over the next couple of days. While it is exciting for us to have them back home in our community, we need everyone to work together to mitigate community spread. If a student hasn’t completed a 14-day quarantine before traveling home, the student can continue that quarantine period at home, but should remain separate from their family, especially high-risk family members. Additionally, college students are encouraged to get tested. For a list of Morris County testing sites, please go here: https://health.morriscountynj.gov/morris-county-covid-19-testing-sites/.
As many things this year, this holiday season will not look like years past. Please do your part to protect your loved ones, neighbors, and the most vulnerable in our community by maintaining social distancing, wearing a mask, washing your hands, and keeping your Thanksgiving celebrations small and if possible, outdoors.
Have a great weekend, and stay safe.
Sarah Neibart
Mayor, Mendham Township
Township Committee Meeting - Tuesday, November 24, 2020 starting at 6:00PM Executive Session / 7:30PM Regular Meeting
The Township Committee will convene at 6:00 PM and will immediately adjourn into Executive (closed) Session. The purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss a matter of personnel; specifically the Chief Financial Officer Position.
At 7:30 PM, the Committee will reconvene into Regular Session to discuss and/or act upon the items described in the attached agenda. Bills list will be posted to the township website under the agenda & minutes tab on Monday, November 23rd. Locate the meeting date and click on "other docs."
The public is welcome to join in-person at 2 West Main Street, Brookside or virtually via Zoom. Kindly note the access information on the last page of the attached agenda.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you,
Maria Coppinger
Township Clerk
Mendham Township
PO Box 520
2 West Main Street
Brookside, NJ 07926
973-543-4555 Ext. 211
973-543-6630 FAX
Disc Golf: Saturday, November 21, 11 am - 4 pm, Ralston Field
It's going to be a beautiful day for Disc golf at Ralston Field! The perfect outdoor activity for kids, adults and seniors!
We'll have music in the park and all event participants are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks. If you wish, you may also, BYOB.
Your group may be as large or as small as you like. No masks are required while on the course and actively playing with your group. However, when in a social area, masks are required.
$10 entry fee for all players to be paid the day of the event. Please bring your own disc as there will be a very limited number to purchase on the day of the event. To purchase a disc in advance, you may go through Community Pass<https://register.communitypass.net/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_i…>.
In the spirit of giving during the Thanksgiving season, we encourage all disc golfers to bring a donation of canned goods that will be donated to the Market Street Mission.
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#9PMROUTINE: Start Today
Auto theft and burglary continue to be persistent in the Mendham area. Law enforcement is asking residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activities to the local police. Together, we can proactively discourage car thieves by taking a few simple steps to ensure that vehicles and homes remain safe and secure.
By 9:00 pm, Everyday:
* Lock your vehicle doors and be sure that your remote garage door opener is out of view.
* Take your key and/or key fob out of the vehicle.
* Report any suspicious activity or person.
* Neighbors should watch out for neighbors. Call your neighbor to remind them of the 9:00 pm Lock Up Routine.
* Call 911 to report crimes in progress.
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Township Committee Special Meeting - Thursday, November 19, 2020 starting at 6:00PM Executive Session / 7:30PM Special Session
The Township Committee will convene at 6:00 PM and will immediately adjourn into Executive (closed) Session. The purpose of the Executive Session is to discuss personnel matters; specifically the Township Administrator & Chief Financial Officer Positions.
At 7:30 PM, the Committee will reconvene to discuss and/or act upon the items described in the attached agenda.
The public is welcome to join in-person at 2 West Main Street, Brookside or virtually via Zoom. Kindly note the access information on the last page of the attached agenda.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you,
Maria Coppinger
Township Clerk
973-543-4555 Ext. 211
Disc Golf: Saturday, November 21, 11 am - 4 pm, Ralston Field
Join us at Ralston Field for Disc golf! The perfect outdoor activity for kids, adults and seniors!
We'll have music in the park and all event participants are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks. Your group may be as large or as small you like. No masks are required while on the course and actively playing with your group. However, when in a social area, masks are required.
$10 entry fee for all players to be paid the day of the event. Please bring your own disc as there will be a very limited number to purchase on the day of the event. If you wish to purchase a disc in advance, you may do so through Community Pass<https://register.communitypass.net/reg/cat_program_list_detail.cfm?season_i…>.
In the spirit of giving during the Thanksgiving season, we encourage all disc golfers to bring a donation of canned goods that will be donated to the Market Street Mission.
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It has been 240 days since the first reported case of COVID-19 in New Jersey. After eight months, I understand that we are all suffering from pandemic fatigue, but this virus has been waiting for us to get lax in our personal responsibilities. As we enter Halloween weekend, I want to remind everyone that our state is seeing an increase of new cases linked to small gatherings in private homes, where people are more likely to let their guard down. If you are celebrating Halloween this weekend, please do your best to keep your Halloween activities outside and maintain social distancing.
The Mendham Township Recreation Department is hosting a Halloween Party tomorrow at Brookside Field from 1:00pm – 3:00pm. There will be games, music, a fire safety demonstration, and lots of fun for the entire family. We look forward to seeing you dressed up and ready for the festivities!
Tomorrow night, trick-or-treating will take place in the Township from 4:00pm - 8:30pm. Please trick-or-treat in small groups and make sure that someone has a flashlight. For those putting out treats, please do your best to arrange your treats in such a way that they can be quickly and safely accessed without multiple pieces being touched. If you are trick-or-treating, do not approach a house that has their lights off, a sign posted that they are not participating or something taped across their door or walkway.
Remember - no Halloween costume is complete without a face mask!
On a different but related note, over the last few weeks there has been an uptick in burglaries and car thefts across Morris County. The 9pm Routine of locking your car, setting your alarms, and bringing all of your belongings in every night, needs to be a routine that you follow all day, every day. Just last week, Mendham Township Police responded to an attempted break-in during the morning hours. We live in a safe town, but crimes can still happen.
I hope you have a fun and safe Halloween weekend. Looking forward to seeing your festive costumes and face coverings!
Sarah Neibart
Mayor, Mendham Township
Dear Mendham Residents:
The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in the Fellowship Hall at Hilltop House, 14 Hilltop Road on Friday, November 27, 2020. Donating blood is recognized as an essential activity during the current health crisis. Healthy donors are urged to give blood, and to support social distancing, appointments are now required. Please sign up online<https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=hilltop%20…> or call 1-800-733-2767.
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