New Jersey Animal Rights Alliance [98][99] The Academy for Mathematics, Science, and Engineering, a magnet high school program that is part of the Morris County Vocational School District is jointly operated on the Morris Hills campus. [138] The two high schools are part of the Morris Hills Regional High School District. Morristown, NJ 07960 Please choose the online payment center and then select which Department you would like your payment to be received by. Dennis B. O'Brien Elementary School[131] with 309 students in grades Pre-K5, Guest speakers often attend to speak on job search related topics. Home Page (www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/prnet.htm). [19], Of the 8,983 households, 34.4% had children under the age of 18; 62.9% were married couples living together; 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present and 25.4% were non-families. The meeting date of the Board of Directors is the second Tuesday of the month. Teabo United Methodist Church St. Clements Church Access is provided via Exit 37 (County Route 513). Rockaway, NJ 07866 540 Green Pond Road ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP Mayor Michael Dachisen died Wednesday evening of a heart attack, just days after he had a stress test and was cleared by a doctor to go home, two friends said . The council president is Harry K. Graveman (973) 697-4075. Boonton, NJ 07005 Troop meetings are held at all Boro and Township schools, including the parochial and high schools. Hibernia, NJ 07842 Green Pond, NJ 07435 0:00. The county's constitutional officers are the County Clerk and County Surrogate (both elected for five-year terms of office) and the County Sheriff (elected for a three-year term). 524 Green Pond Road For every 100 females, there were 94.7 males. 154 Mount Pleasant Avenue Lake Telemark Country Club Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. A report released today by Acting State Comptroller Kevin Walsh finds that Rockaway Township has been plagued by poor money management in its local government, with millions of dollars unnecessarily going towards prescription benefits and vacation leave. The president is Sandy at 973-625-5372. Rockaway was formed as a borough on June 19, 1894, from portions of Rockaway Township, based on the results of a referendum held the previous day. (973) 983-2818 The Board of Adjustment meets on the second and third Tuesday of each month, except holidays. (973) 627-5300 Box 718 The meeting date is approximately 3rd Thursday of each month. The corporations acts upon stockholder requests and informs stockholders of important corporate matters and policies. Rockaway, NJ 07866 Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.28% of the population. Website: www.rockawayborough.org Web Site: www.GermaniaPark.com, Germainia Park, Deutscher Schul und Gesangverein (DSGV) is an historical and cultural organization that preserves and publicizes German heritage and culture brought to the United States by past and present German immigrants. The contact person is Art Sevret (President) at (973) 361-1555. Email: rmcamacho@optonline.net, First Baptist Church [82][83] In the 2012 presidential election, Republican Mitt Romney received 51.2% of the vote (1,464 cast), while Democrat Barack Obama received 47.6% (1,362 votes) and other candidates collected 1.2% (34 votes), among the 2,872 ballots cast by the borough's 4,103 registered voters, for a turnout of 70.0%. The meeting date is the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., in the school library. A Feis (festival) is held at Waterloo Village annually as well as various other events of Irish interest throughout the year.President is Willie Quinn (973) 398-1228. 19 Mount Hope Road (Sr. Citizens Building) Morris County (27) Rockaway Township School District (4490) Birchwood Elementary School (010) 1 ART STREET DOVER, NJ 07801 School Performance Report; Dr. Jennifer Macones, School Principal 973-361-7080. jmacones@rocktwp.net. 65 Mt. Helpful Links For every 100 females, the population had 95.0 males. Sacred Heart is also a Catholic School for grades preK-8. Marcella Community Center The Green Pond Bible Chapel is a Evangelical Non-Denominational Protestant Church. According to the Kppen Climate Classification system, Rockaway has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. 100 White Meadow Road Morris County VI White Collar Staff settled their contract - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. There were 2,491 housing units at an average density of 1,192.5 per square mile (460.4/km2). Rockaway Area Girl Scouts [85], Michael Dachisen was selected to serve as mayor in June 2012 after Louis S. Sceusi stepped down to take a position as judge in New Jersey Superior Court,[86] and was sworn in as mayor in July 2012. 665 Mount Hope Avenue Monday-Wednesday and Friday masses are held at 6:30 and 8:00 a.m. Thursday Mass is at 6:30 a.m. Irish American Association of Northwest New Jersey (www.iaanj.com). 4 Princeton Avenue The mayor can veto ordinances subject to an override by a two-thirds majority vote of the council. (973) 697-0990 Hope Road Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: 973-627-7200 Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. 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Quick Links. [79][80], As of March 2011, there were a total of 3,911 registered voters in Rockaway, of which 838 (21.4%) were registered as Democrats, 1,359 (34.7%) were registered as Republicans and 1,710 (43.7%) were registered as Unaffiliated. [31][32][33], The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. Contact person is Ruben Fuentes, Director (973) 586-3497 [61][62], There were 8,108 households, out of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. Purpose: Snow Removal, Road Problems P.O. [22] History The per capita income for the borough was $41,757 (+/ $1,898). (973) 983-2841 Most events are open to the public. Box 100 National, state and local groups. Find Us . Rockaway Township Citizens Recreation Committee (973) 627-5300 Get the inside scoop (and a chance at a $1,000 shopping spree) today. (973) 627-1700; (973) 983-2891 Stony Brook Elementary School[132] with 359 students in grades K5 and The meeting date is the third Thursday of each month at 8:00. p.m. (973) 625-6000 Register your phone number to receive notifications in an emergency. Senior Building For people like you. Rockaway Map. Mayor Michael Dachisen is pleased to announce that Rockaway Township will produce quarterly newsletter in order to improve communication to visitors and residents. P.O. Please call for directions. Males had a median income of $44,673 versus $35,956 for females. The president is is Ruth Krieger. Males had a median income of $75,475 (+/ $5,327) versus $52,586 (+/ $4,837) for females. La Leche League of Rockaway Taxpayers can call for an appointment to schedule assistance with tax question 12 months out of the year. Rockaway Township American Legion Post 344 The contact person is Ray Lomax, General Manager. Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen (R, Chatham Township, term as commissioner ends December 31, 2023; term as director ends 2022),[102] The per capita income for the borough was $26,500. [23] Portions of the township were annexed to Boonton Township in 1906 and to Rockaway Borough in 1908. About the Board of Education (www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/aboutthe.htm). 0:49. [37] The river keeper for the Pequannock River is the Pequannock River Coalition. [86], In the 2013 gubernatorial election, Republican Chris Christie received 69.1% of the vote (1,146 cast), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 28.7% (476 votes), and other candidates with 2.2% (36 votes), among the 1,685 ballots cast by the borough's 4,071 registered voters (27 ballots were spoiled), for a turnout of 41.4%. Administration. (973) 983-2868 (973) 983-2818 Tensions are mounting in Rockaway Township between the governing body and the police department, which has been working without a contract since the previous PBA agreement expired in . Meeting date is the first Tuesday of each month from September to June. 154 Mount Pleasant Avenue The racial makeup was 82.79% (5,330) White, 3.22% (207) Black or African American, 0.14% (9) Native American, 7.66% (493) Asian, 0.06% (4) Pacific Islander, 4.05% (261) from other races, and 2.08% (134) from two or more races. Box 394 Patricia Reiche. The meeting date is the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Rockaway Township Library, 61 Mount Hope Road. *07/09/2015*, American Association of University Women (AAUW) 831 Green Pond Road Email: United Methodist Church (umcrockaway@aol.com). [61][62], For the 20222023 session, the 25th Legislative District of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Anthony M. Bucco (R, Boonton Township) and in the General Assembly by Brian Bergen (R, Denville Township) and Aura K. Dunn (R, Mendham Borough). About 3.0% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.4% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over. - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. View our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy & Cookie Settings. Cubmaster is Karen Wales. Directions Physical Address: View Map. The contact person is Cindy Hopping. An international non-profit organization specifically for at-home mothers. The median age was 42.1 years. Box 533, Dover, NJ 07802-0533 Cub Scout Pack 160 Rockaway Township Area (Stonybrook/Dwyer) [38], Two sites on the National Register of Historic Places are in Rockaway Township. White Meadow Lake Seniors Friendship Club The group performs service projects to help needy children in our community. (973) 316-1800 Rockaway Township 65 Mt. Rockaway Township Free Public Library. (973) 627-5300 As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 25,341,[9][10] an increase of 1,185 (+4.9%) from the 2010 census count of 24,156,[19][20] which in turn reflected an increase of 1,226 (+5.3%) from the 22,930 counted in the 2000 census. The purpose is worship and church activities. Hibernia, NJ 07842 399. Email: Maireadgr@juno.com Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000 The township council is comprised of nine members, with one member elected from each of six wards and three elected on an at-large basis. Rockaway Township Municipal Alliance Committee All correspondence must be in writing c/o Green Pond Corporation. Find Us . The President and contact person is Carol Tauber. Deborah Smith (R, Denville, 2024). Active Private Lake Community: Memberships are Welcome. (973) 765-9322 Hope Road Rockaway Township Planning Board Saint Clares Hospital Home Page (www.saintclares.org), Sisterhood of White Meadow Temple Email: White Meadow POA (office@whitemeadowlake.org). The purpose is review and determination of variance applications from local zoning ordinances. The contact person is Bernard W. Quail Jr., C.P.A. James J. Termyna, Pastor Anne Marie Pentland, Parish Secretary. The contact person is JoAnn Nider, President (973) 361-7330 ext. The meeting date is the first Monday of each month at the White Meadow Lake Clubhouse at 7:30 p.m. Dinner meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.(place to be announced). Florham Park, NJ 07932 St. Johns Episcopal Church Home Page (http://www.stjohnofdover.org), St. Simon the Apostle Roman Catholic Church 0:00. ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP As a bitter stalemate continues between the administration and police who have been working on an expired contract for 18 months, conciliatory words were offered by Mayor. KDM School Web Site (http://www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/kdmalone.htm). [82], Jedynak was designated as acting mayor after the death of Mayor Michael Dachisen of a cardiac arrest in August 2018, pending the selection of an interim successor. 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The contact person is L. Elder (President) at (973) 366-6218. Rockaway, NJ 07866 Email: drhcc@aol.com, Historical Society of the Rockaways Each company is all-volunteer and provides emergency medical services in addition to fire protection. 222 Columbia Turnpike The purpose is to promote interest in health, harmony and recreation for seniors. Additionally, Rockaway permitted excessive accrual of holiday pay by police. leaders fail to tamp things down at late Friday meeting", "Rockaway Township finally has official interim mayor after court decision", "Dachisen moves up to Rockaway Township mayor's seat", "There's a new mayor in Rockaway Township: Michael Dachisen", "Rockaway Twp. Picatinny Toastmasters [125] As of the 201819 school year, the district, comprised of six schools, had an enrollment of 2,276 students and 224.5 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a studentteacher ratio of 10.1:1. The racial makeup was 86.43% (20,878) White, 2.55% (616) Black or African American, 0.12% (28) Native American, 6.67% (1,611) Asian, 0.02% (4) Pacific Islander, 2.24% (541) from other races, and 1.98% (478) from two or more races. St. Bernard Home Page (http://www.stbernard-mthope.com), St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church The contact person is Fr. [155][156] The five stations are: People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Rockaway Township include: Language links are at the top of the page across from the title.
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