Washington Township Picks Up Preservation Grant

LONG VALLEY, NJ - The Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review has recommended $4.4 million in grants to help protect historic sites in 18 Morris County towns, including Washington Township.

"I'm happy to report that the County of Morris has recommended two Township projects for grants," Mayor Matt Murello said in a statement, noting that besides the Preservation Turst money, county officials also recommended an $80,000 grant for the expansion of the Senior Center.

"This voter-approved grant program allows us preserve and better understand Morris County's history, and it maintains important links to our past, '' said Morris County Freeholder Stephen Shaw in a press release.

Some of the projects highlighted in the proposal include the renovation of the historical Speedwell Waterwheel in Morristown ($311,329), stabilization of the Stone Arch Bridge in Boonton ($320,000), renovation of the Lake Hopatcong train station ($331,362) and the purchase of the Morristown Post Office building ($480,000).

In Washington Township, the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund Review Board has recommended approval of a $30,856 grant for a Preservation Plan for the Obadiah LaTourette Grist and Saw Mill on East Mill Rd.

"Both of these grants need final approval before awarding, but we are thankful to the Morris County Freeholders for their continued support of our Township," Murello said.

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