Vernon Township Mayor’s UPDATED Statement on the Coronavirus Crisis—Posted Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Let's focus on those aspects of our lives that demonstrate that Vernon cares, and that makes us collective Vernon strong. Read more »
2020 Census
Please fill out the Census questionnaire while you are home sheltering in place. Vernon’s completion average is at 33.5%, while the state average is 36.5%. Go to the following links to learn more and to submit a questionnaire: U.S. Census Bureau website and response rates. Thank you!
No Port-o-Johns
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, as of April 1, 2020, there will no longer be port-o-johns in any Vernon Township parks.
Municipal Court Sessions Cancelled
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, no court sessions will be held April 14 or April 21, 2020.
Marriage Licenses
By order of the New Jersey State Registrar of Vital Statistics, due to the current situation with COVID-19, Vernon Township will not be issuing any marriage license certificates until further notice from the State of New Jersey.
Maple Grange Park Open to Walkers, Runners & Other Non-Group Activities But Playground Closed—Updated Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Mayor Burrell re-opens park after listening to very reasonable feedback from a host of Vernon residents. The playground, however, is roped off and will remain closed until further notice. Read more »
Recycling Center is Open—Posted March 17, 2020
At this time the township recycling center is open. Check the website daily for any updates.
Building Closed to the Public—Posted March 16, 2020 4:00 p.m.
Per order of Mayor Howard L. Burrell, the municipal building will be closed to the public beginning Tuesday March 17, 2020. For assistance, please call or e-mail the departments listed below.
| Department | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Administration | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2240, 2275 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Assessor | 973-764-4055 Ex2223, 2226 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Construction | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2251, 2254 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Finance | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2236, 2277 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Fire Prevention | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2271, 2272 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Municipal Clerk | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2234, 2237 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Municipal Court | 973-764-4737 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Planning & Zoning | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2248, 2279 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Public Works | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2281, 2280 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Recreation | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2261 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
| Tax Collector | 973-764-4055 Ext. 2228, 2229 | .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address), .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this e-mail address) |
2020 Revaluation Progress Update
Inspections for the 2020 revaluation have been completed. Read more »
Township News
- Vernon Township Mayor’s Updated Statement on the Coronavirus
- Let’s focus on those aspects of our lives that demonstrate that Vernon cares, and that makes us collective Vernon strong.
- 2020 Proposed Municipal Budget Online
- The public hearing date for the adoption of the 2020 municipal budget is April 27, 2020.
- Maple Grange Park Open to Walkers, Runners & Other Non-Group Activities
- Mayor Burrell re-opens park but playground must be closed until further notice.
- Senior Celebration Luncheon
- The luncheon is postponed with a new date to be determined once we are through the current COVID-19 situation.
- Get Rid of Bulky Waste Items in June
- The date for the township-wide disposal of large household garbage items has been changed to Saturday, June 27, 2020.
- Vernon Participates in Mayors Wellness Campaign
- Vernon has been deemed a “New Jersey Healthy Town to Watch.”
- Farmers Market Returns to Vernon
- The market will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturday of each month, May through October.
Upcoming Meetings
- Thursday, April 2
- 7:00PM Historic Preservation Commission
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Historic Preservation Commission
- Monday, April 6
- 7:00PM Greenway Action
Senior Center–Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Greenway Action
- Tuesday, April 7
- 7:00PM Economic Development Committee
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Economic Development Committee
- Wednesday, April 8
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
- Friday, April 10
- Good Friday–Municipal offices closed
- Monday, April 13
- 7:00PM Township Council
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Township Council
- Thursday, April 16
- 7:00PM Municipal Utilities Authority
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Municipal Utilities Authority
- Monday, April 20
- 7:00PM Environmental Commission
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Environmental Commission
- Tuesday, April 21
- 7:00PM Beautification Committee
Senior Center–Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Beautification Committee
- Wednesday, April 22
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
- Monday, April 27
- 7:00PM Township Council
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Township Council
- Monday, May 4
- 7:00PM Greenway Action
Senior Center–Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Greenway Action
- Tuesday, May 5
- 7:00PM Economic Development Committee
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Economic Development Committee
- Wednesday, May 6
- 7:30PM Board of Recreation
Senior Center–Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:30PM Board of Recreation
- Thursday, May 7
- 7:00PM Historic Preservation Commission
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Historic Preservation Commission
- Monday, May 11
- 7:00PM Township Council
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Township Council
- Wednesday, May 13
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Land Use Board
- Monday, May 18
- 7:00PM Environmental Commission
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Environmental Commission
- Tuesday, May 19
- 7:00PM Beautification Committee
Senior Center–Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Beautification Committee
- Thursday, May 21
- 7:00PM Municipal Utilities Authority
Vernon Municipal Building
- 7:00PM Municipal Utilities Authority
Current Agendas
- Township Council: March 30, 2020–SP
- Land Use Board: March 11, 2020
