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Reminder: License Your Pets (Dogs & Cats) By April 30th (Free Rabies Clinic April 4th)
REMINDER: Pet licenses must be renewed by Wednesday, April 30th. All dogs and cats residing in the Borough of Stanhope must be licensed by April 30th to avoid incurring late fees. After April 30th, a late fee of $5.00 per month/pet will be added to the cost of the pet license. The Free Rabies Clinic...
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Shade Tree Commission
Shade Tree Commission
The Shade Tree Commission is charged with maintaining a healthy and safe community forest resource. Good management of our community forest will improve our air and water quality, reduce energy costs, increase property values, improve the health of our residents, and beautifies our Borough. The Shade Tree Commission enforces the Borough’s tree removal and tree replacement...
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
The Stanhope Water Department will be performing the spring water system flush April 1st thru April 30th. Weeknights during the hours of 10:00pm to 6:00 am. You may experience cloudy or discolored water as a result of the flushing. Run the water for a few minutes until it clears. The water is safe for all...
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Recreation Commission
Recreation Commission
The Recreation Commission’s monthly meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30PM at the Stanhope Municipal Building. If you would like to volunteer at any of our Recreation Commission events, please contact us. All are welcome! Phone: 973-347-0159 x-39
Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is picked up curbside every Wednesday. Please place your recycling in containers with lids at the curb the night before or prior to 5:00AM. Recycling can also be brought to the Recycling Center located at the DPW Yard on Smith Street on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s between the hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM. Click Here...
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Garbage Collection
Garbage Collection
Garbage collection will begin at 5:00AM weekly Thursday mornings. Garbage cans must be placed curbside the night before or prior to 5:00AM. The Borough contracts with Blue Diamond Disposal for weekly garbage and bulk item collection. Questions concerning your garbage collection should be directed to 973-347-0159 x-15. Garbage Collection WHEN? Place your garbage cans at the curb...
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Free Rabies Clinic & Reminder to License Your Pets
Free Rabies Clinic & Reminder to License Your Pets
The Stanhope Board of Health is sponsoring a Free Rabies Clinic to be held on Friday, April 4th, at the Stanhope Firehouse (28 Main Street) from 6:00 - 8:00PM. All pets must be on a leash or in a pet carrier. Remember to license your pet no later than April 30th to avoid paying any...
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Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
The Stanhope Water Department will be performing the spring water system flush April 1st thru April 30th. Weeknights during the hours of 10:00pm to 6:00 am. You may experience cloudy or discolored water as a result of the flushing. Run the water for a few minutes until it clears. The water is safe for all...
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Mayor & Council Work Session/Agenda Meeting
Mayor & Council Work Session/Agenda Meeting
The Mayor and Council Work Session/Agenda Meeting for the Borough of Stanhope will be held at the Stanhope Borough Hall, 77 Main Street. Formal action may be taken at all meetings. The Work Session/Agenda Meetings take place on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00PM. All meetings are open to the public and public...
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Board of Health
Board of Health
The Board of Health, in conjunction with the Sussex County Health Department, provides an array of health promotion and disease prevention programs such as cancer screenings, blood pressure testing, and flu & pneumonia vaccinations. Environmental health services include inspection of restaurants and retail food vendors, inspection of public bathing facilities, free rabies immunization clinic, mosquito...
Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is picked up curbside every Wednesday. Please place your recycling in containers with lids at the curb the night before or prior to 5:00AM. Recycling can also be brought to the Recycling Center located at the DPW Yard on Smith Street on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s between the hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM. Click Here...
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Environmental Commission
Environmental Commission
The Environmental Commission actively protects our natural resources, promotes Open Space, and offers educational programs to our residents. Every year the Environmental Commission co-sponsors a Community Clean-Up Day together with the NJ Clean Communities Program. The Environmental Commission meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:30PM at the Stanhope Municipal Building.
Garbage Collection
Garbage Collection
Garbage collection will begin at 5:00AM weekly Thursday mornings. Garbage cans must be placed curbside the night before or prior to 5:00AM. The Borough contracts with Blue Diamond Disposal for weekly garbage and bulk item collection. Questions concerning your garbage collection should be directed to 973-347-0159 x-15. Garbage Collection WHEN? Place your garbage cans at the curb...
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SCMUA Free Electronics Recycling
SCMUA Free Electronics Recycling
The Sussex County Municipal Utilities Authority (SCMUA) will be sponsoring a Free Electronics Recycling Day on Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 9am to 2pm. SCMUA is located at 34 Route 94, Lafayette. Examples: TV's, desktop computers, radios, stereos, etc. (See below for additional information.) SCMUA E-Waste List of Items Acceptable
Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday, April 12th, at 12:00pm (noon), the Stanhope Recreation Committee will be sponsoring the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Musconetcong Park. This event is for Stanhope residents ages 2 Years Old through 4th Grade. Bring your own basket and camera to take pictures with the Easter Bunny! If you have any questions regarding this...
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Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
The Stanhope Water Department will be performing the spring water system flush April 1st thru April 30th. Weeknights during the hours of 10:00pm to 6:00 am. You may experience cloudy or discolored water as a result of the flushing. Run the water for a few minutes until it clears. The water is safe for all...
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Land Use Board Meeting
Land Use Board Meeting
The Land Use Board ensures that proposed development within our Borough promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of our community as we grow. All proposed development must be presented before the Land Use Board for approval. In addition, the Land Use Board considers the appeals of decisions made by our Zoning Officer, interprets our...
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Reminder: License Your Pets (Dogs & Cats) By April 30th (Free Rabies Clinic April 4th)
REMINDER: Pet licenses must be renewed by Wednesday, April 30th. All dogs and cats residing in the Borough of Stanhope must be licensed by April 30th to avoid incurring late fees. After April 30th, a late fee of $5.00 per month/pet will be added to the cost of the pet license. The Free Rabies Clinic...
Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is picked up curbside every Wednesday. Please place your recycling in containers with lids at the curb the night before or prior to 5:00AM. Recycling can also be brought to the Recycling Center located at the DPW Yard on Smith Street on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s between the hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM. Click Here...
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Garbage Collection
Garbage Collection
Garbage collection will begin at 5:00AM weekly Thursday mornings. Garbage cans must be placed curbside the night before or prior to 5:00AM. The Borough contracts with Blue Diamond Disposal for weekly garbage and bulk item collection. Questions concerning your garbage collection should be directed to 973-347-0159 x-15. Garbage Collection WHEN? Place your garbage cans at the curb...
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Borough Hall Closed – Good Friday
Borough Hall will be closed on Friday, April 18th, in observance of Good Friday. The office will reopen on Monday morning.
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Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
The Stanhope Water Department will be performing the spring water system flush April 1st thru April 30th. Weeknights during the hours of 10:00pm to 6:00 am. You may experience cloudy or discolored water as a result of the flushing. Run the water for a few minutes until it clears. The water is safe for all...
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Mayor & Council Regular Meeting
Mayor & Council Regular Meeting
The Mayor and Council Regular Business Meetings for the Borough of Stanhope will be held at the Stanhope Borough Hall, 77 Main Street on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:00PM. Formal action may be taken at all Meetings. All meetings are open to the public and public participation will be entertained but limited...
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Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is picked up curbside every Wednesday. Please place your recycling in containers with lids at the curb the night before or prior to 5:00AM. Recycling can also be brought to the Recycling Center located at the DPW Yard on Smith Street on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s between the hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM. Click Here...
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Stanhope Senior Citizen Club
Stanhope Senior Citizen Club
Our Seniors meet on the 4th Thursday of every month, 11am, at the American Legion Musconetcong Post 278 located at 119 Route 183 in Stanhope. PLEASE NOTE: The club does not meet in August. The November meeting is on the third Thursday of the month. Arrive at 11am for a social hour. The meeting begins...
Garbage Collection
Garbage Collection
Garbage collection will begin at 5:00AM weekly Thursday mornings. Garbage cans must be placed curbside the night before or prior to 5:00AM. The Borough contracts with Blue Diamond Disposal for weekly garbage and bulk item collection. Questions concerning your garbage collection should be directed to 973-347-0159 x-15. Garbage Collection WHEN? Place your garbage cans at the curb...
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Electronics Recycling-One Day Only
Electronics Recycling-One Day Only
One Day Only - Saturday, April 26th, from 8:00am - 3:30pm, you can bring electronics to the Stanhope DPW Yard located at 7 Smith Street to be recycled. The company called Green Vision will be collecting the following items: computers, computer accessories, lap tops, printers, copy machines, fax machines, scanners, VCR's, DVD players, CD players,...
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Community Clean Up Day
Community Clean Up Day
Please come out for Stanhope's annual Clean Communities Day, Sunday, April 27th, from 1-4 PM. We will meet at the Valley Road School. The public is invited to pick up clean-up supplies at the school and then proceed to the Borough property for clean up. Non-profits should register with six or more members. Let's celebrate...
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
Water System Hydrant Flushing (Month of April)
The Stanhope Water Department will be performing the spring water system flush April 1st thru April 30th. Weeknights during the hours of 10:00pm to 6:00 am. You may experience cloudy or discolored water as a result of the flushing. Run the water for a few minutes until it clears. The water is safe for all...
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Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is picked up curbside every Wednesday. Please place your recycling in containers with lids at the curb the night before or prior to 5:00AM. Recycling can also be brought to the Recycling Center located at the DPW Yard on Smith Street on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s between the hours of 8:00AM – 4:00PM. Click Here...


Borough Hall Closed – Good Friday
