Hopatcong Preps More Unused Property For Sale

In an attempt to stop some of the revenue bleeding and beef up the borough's tax rolls, the Hopatcong Council took additional steps last week to purge itself of unused and nonconforming properties.

Councilwoman Marie Galate said the council has a goal of reducing its inventory of small properties accumulated over time.

The council introduced four ordinances calling for the sale of properties and approved three others authorizing sales.

Ordinances  were introduced to sell the following lots: 16 Brown Trail, for a minimum bid of $3,750;10 Brown Trail, minimum bid, $8,150;  410 Lakeside Boulevard, minimum bid, $14,400; and  457 Brown Trail, minimum bid, $3,350.

The public hearing for approval of theses ordinances is set for June 19.

The council approved ordinances to sell the following lots:  53 Francis Ave., minimum bid, $3,450; 333 Flora Ave., minimum bid, $3,700;  and 61 Indian Trail, minimum bid, $3,500.

The auction for these  sales was set for June 19.

The council also approved the transfer of 58 Broadway to Sussex County Habitat for Humanity for $1. The property must be used for the development of affordable housing.

Habitat for Humanity builds quality, energy efficient affordable housing for qualified families who are required to help construct the home.