Click to read Proclamation:  WT State of Emergency March 18, 2020 Washington Township Confirms One (1) Case of COVID-19                                 The Washington Township Health Department, in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Health, has confirmed the first (1) case of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Washington Township.  The individual is in isolation, and...

The Township has been in touch with several local restaurants/food providers and compiled a list of those that are open, provide curb service and / or take out. We will continue to update the  list as details are provided to us.  List  of restaurants    

The  Governor's Executive Order closing Malls and Amusement Parks can be read by following the link below:     Governor's Executive Order. March 17, 2020

Resolution R-56-20 , introduction of the 2020 budget, was  approved at the  March 16, 2020  Township Committee Meeting.        R-56-20 Introduce 2020 Municipal Budget

Municipal Offices closed to public, meetings & programs have been suspended. The first COVID-19 positive identified in a neighboring municipality was identified.  Coronavirus Update 3-17-20 Public inquiries and requests will still be handled online or by email. The Township of Washington offers the ability to make payments online for: Taxes: https://www.wtmorris.org/index.php/departments/tax-collector/tax-payment-portal.htmlAlarm Registration: ...

Please call or email before visiting municipal offices. Inquiries and requests can be made by phone or online, as can certain payments. Inspections will only be done for outdoor or unoccupied facilities. For business that cannot be conducted over the phone or electronically, such drop-off (or pickup) of large applications that...

All NJ Municipal Court Sessions have been cancelled for at least two weeks.    When the Courts reopen, the Township will update its website to reflect the new Court Sessions.   

Please see Mayor's 3-15-20 Coronavirus Update and visit our health announcements page for more info, links to the CDC and future public health news.  

In accordance with guidelines of the Centers for Disease Control, the Township of Washington is encouraging employees and customers to observe social distancing. The Township of Washington offers the ability to make payments online for: ·         Taxes: https://www.wtmorris.org/index.php/departments/tax-collector/tax-payment-portal.html ·         Alarm Registration: https://www.wtmorris.org/index.php/services/make-a-payment/alarm-registration.html ·         Recreation: https://www.wtmorris.org/index.php/community/news/recreation-annoucements ·         Tickets:        ...

Please remember that the Township offers some online payment options:  Property Taxes are due Feb. 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1 each year.  There is an option to pay on line.  Visit the website for more details:  https://wipp.edmundsassoc.com/Wipp/?wippid=1438                         ...

 Each year, the Washington Township Shade Tree Committee does a Shade Tree Planting, to plant new trees or replace damaged or dying trees.  This year the planting will be on April 4, beginning at 8:30.    If you would like to volunteer to assist please contact the Shade Tree Committee Chairman,...

View the attached flyer for tips on avoiding Coronavirus, and guidance for seeking medical care.    View the Washington Township Health Department Page for all Township updates regarding Coronavirus.     

  03/9/2020 TRENTON – As part of the state’s coordinated response to address the novel coronavirus outbreak, Governor Phil Murphy today declared a State of Emergency and a Public Health Emergency, effective immediately, to ramp up New Jersey’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19. Executive Order No. 103 declares a state...

Invitations to respond to the 2020 Census will be delivered between March 12-20. Once you receive that invitation, you can respond online, by phone, or by mail.   FLYER

   NJ is well into preparation for Novel Coronavirus  2019 and the Washington Township Health Department would like to update  area residents on several items of interest.  The following flyers were put out by the Centers for Disease Control for the purpose of  reducing fear, reinforcing the use of common sense and giving the...

  The Washington Township Health Department has come across a very informative CDC link offering concrete steps that we can all take to protect ourselves and our families during this uncertain and constantly changing health situation.   Click Here   to find out what you can do to lessen your chances of contracting Coronavirus  and...

Morris County will be replacing the bridge on County Route 517 (Schooley’s Mountain Road) over Tributary of the  Musconetcong River.  This bridge is located  between Heath Village and Hastings Square.   Work is scheduled to begin on March 9, 2020.   The County anticipates complete road closure for 3-4 weeks. Detours will be...

The Township Committee is looking for volunteers to sit on the Cable Television Advisory Committee. The CTAC will play a vital role in the ascertainment process leading up to and provide advice to the Township Committee on the upcoming cable franchise renewal process .   Please complete the on line Citizen Volunteer...

Due to the continually evolving situation and corresponding information regarding the 2019 novel coronavirus, the Washington Township Health Department has decided to utilize the State department of Health and Center for Disease Control web links. This will ensure consistent and updated messaging pertaining to the 2019 novel coronavirus. Please use the...

  The Washington Township Health Department has received information regarding the rapidly spreading Novel Coronavirus.   Please    click here    to see basic information on the virus and watch for the logo above for updates.