DOWNTOWN MORRIS PLAINS MUCH CLEANER THANKS TO THE MORRIS PLAINS MUNICIPAL ALLIANCE

The weather could have been better, it was cool and cloudy last week , but the Morris Plains Municipal Alliance was out in force to scour the main street, Speedwell Avenue, and all the store parking lots, to pick up trash and recyclables. Most of the other volunteer groups have reported in and have done a great job covering most of the town to spruce up for spring. But our downtown speaks to all visitors. The Alliance team reported that 10 youngsters along with 6 supervising adults picked up 3 large bags of trash along with 2 bags of materials that can be recycled. This was a huge effort that had a very big impact. Mayor Frank Druetzler has made a strong commitment to support the Morris Plains Clean Communities Program, as have the borough council members. “How our town looks sends a message to our residents, as well as others coming through Morris Plains and frequenting our businesses. We would like to set a standard for not only being a charming town, but also a clean one with everyone doing their part to put litter in its place.” Morris Plains wants everyone to take responsibility for their actions and pride in the environment and the town - don’t litter, put trash and recyclables in their proper place! Stop litter by taking it with you or using the many recycling containers and trash cans placed throughout the parks, as well as all along the main street, Speedwell Avenue. There is also a recycling container placed across the street from the train station, too. People tend to think that somebody else will clean up litter left in the street or on the sidewalk, especially in places where there already is some litter. Not true! Everyone needs to help. For more information about the Morris Plains Clean Communities program residents can go to the Borough of Morris Plains Web Site at http://www.morrisplainsboro.org/ and can sign up for the Mini-Grant program by contacting the Municipal Clean Communities Coordinator, Ellie Falco at (973) 538-9103.