Municipal Building offices will be temporarily unavailable by email starting at 2 p.m. for maintenance. Departments can be reached by phone until 5 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit the contact us page for department phone numbers.  

Roadwork will begin August 27th. Anticipate delays or plan alternate routes as traffic may be limited to alternating lanes. Milling and Paving will begin on or around September 3rd at which time the road will be closed to thru traffic for approximately one week, weather permitting, during work hours. Roadwork will...

Join the Morris County Department of Human Services for their annual global event raising awareness of overdose and fentanyl poisoning, reducing the stigma, and a memorial honoring the loved ones of Morris County taken by the drug epidemic. This memorial will also honor their grieving loved ones and those who continue to fight...

 As of August 23, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty, for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to...

Storms bring heavy rain, lightning, high winds and downed trees, which could lead to power outages. If your power goes out, follow these quick tips to be prepared and to stay safe: Be Prepared • Keep electronic devices such as cell phones, laptops and tablet computers fully charged. • Keep a...

Departments can be reached by phone until 5 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit the contact us page for contact numbers.  

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have authorized a free third dose of Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems after an initial two-dose vaccine. Currently, there are no recommendations for an additional dose for people who received the...

The Washington Township Health Department offers a Well-Check Program in support of seniors and disabled residents of both Washington & Chester Township. Program Details: Includes quarterly, yearly, or emergency calls from the Township inquiring about their well-being and to determine if assistance is needed. Well-Check calls due to severe weather, power...

The following ordinances were adopted at the August 16, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Washington Township Committee:  RO-12-21 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF MORRIS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 217, ZONING, SECTION 217-59.6 ENTITLED ROUTE 46 MULTI-FAMILY RENTAL HOUSING OVERLAY DEVELOPMENT OPTION  RO-13-21 AN ORDINANCE OF...

Back-to-Health Open House - “Building Back the Best Version of Yourself” Event Location: Valley View Chapel, 115 E. Mill Rd Event Date & Time: September 21, 2021, 6:00p - 8:30p This event is hosted by the Washington Township Health Department as an opportunity for residents to access information on resources offered...

  Fall Tennis Clinic for ages 6-9 will run for four weeks on Tuesday’s from October 5 – October 26, 2021 at Rock Spring Park Tennis courts. Rain dates are held the next day on Wednesday’s at the same time.  The focus will be on Rallying, Footwork, Court Positioning, and Stroke...

Repairs to the playset in Rock Top Playground at Rock Spring Park have been completed. The playset is now open for use.  

  “Girls Rock” is back and classes are forming for this fall season with Washington Township Recreation. “Girls Rock” Yoga classes are suitable for everyone, and will consist of a series of strengthening, relax breathing, meditation exercise, games, making connections with their peers, and a fun activity to be offered at each...

 Washington Township Recreation is planning on gathering community residents to join the six week program; “Get your walk on!”  Walking is great for weight loss, but the benefits go far beyond-from higher energy and better mood to stress relief, creativity boost, and more. Walking, has been referred to as a “miracle...

 Washington Township Recreation is planning on gathering community residents to join the six week program; “Get your walk on!”  Walking is great for weight loss, but the benefits go far beyond-from higher energy and better mood to stress relief, creativity boost, and more. Walking, has been referred to as a “miracle...

Four things to know from the New Jersey Department of Health: 1. The Delta variant has become the majority of COVID-19 cases in the US 2. The variant is twice as contagious as before 3. The vaccine protects you from infection, illness, hospitalization, and death 4. Everyone should wear a mask where COVID-19 transmission is...

 Applications for zoning permits - needed to construct, reconstruct, alter or convert any structure or building or part thereof, including pillars, gates and signs, or alter the use of any land - as well as building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire subcode permits required under the Uniform Construction Code can be submitted online....

Applications are currently being accepted for positions in Public Works, Senior Transportation and the Health Department: DPW PT OFFICE STAFF –  Part-time, app. 21 hours per week, $15 to $19/hr DOQ. Work order, accounts payable and other data entry, general administrative tasks, point of contact for public. Must have strong computer skills...

Stephensburg Road - oil and chip on or about Monday, July 26.  Dogwood Drive and Hemlock Drive - milling and paving the week of August 9 for approximately four days, closed during paving and closed to thru traffic during milling. Spring Lane road improvements - expected to begin late August. Details will be...

Together with Kessler Rehabilitation Center, guest speaker Doug Downs will be presenting “Cognitive Fitness; keeping the brain sharp as we age.”  Stopping the laws of nature is almost impossible, but putting a pause on them is definitely worthwhile.  Please grab the opportunity of this educational program being provided to the adult...