Save Mendham-Preserve Our Town, Protect Our Future
Join Us in Protecting Mendham's Rural and Historic Charm
Support our Legal Effort to Reduce the Size of the 5-Story, 75-Unit Development
Local Representatives:
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Morris County Board of Commissioners:
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Commissioner Director: John Krickus johnk@co.morris.nj.us · Phone: (973) 285-6010.
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Other Commissioners: Deborah Smith deborahs@co.morris.nj.us. Phone: (973) 285-6010.
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Tayfun Selen 973-222-0484 info@selenformorriscounty.com
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Thomas Mastrangelo Phone: +19736327378 Email: tmastrangelo@mindseyet.com
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Douglas Cabana Phone: (973) 402-4012 Fax: (973) 402-4013 email: dcabana@boontontownship.com
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Stephen Shaw (973) 263-8752 StephenS@co.morris.nj.us
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Christine Myers ChristineM@co.morris.nj.us 973-998-4955
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Morris County Surrogate: Heather Darling hdarlingesq@verizon.net or hdarlingesq@optonline.net
State Representatives (District 25):
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State Senator: Anthony M. Bucco (Republican) abucco@murphymckeonlaw.com
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State Assembly Members:
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Aura K. Dunn (Republican) AswDunn@njleg.org
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Christian Barranco (Republican) Asmbarranco@njleg.org
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Help by calling or emailing our local representatives. Use the template below to help start/voice your concerns
Suggested email: (copy and paste into your desired program)
Subject: Request for Review of Oversized Development Proposal at Mendham Village Shopping Center
Dear [County Elected Official's Name],
I am reaching out on behalf of concerned Mendham residents regarding the proposed development at the Mendham Village Shopping Center. The current plan includes a 5-story, 75-unit apartment complex situated behind Kings, a project that raises significant safety, environmental, and infrastructure concerns for our community.
While we fully support responsible growth, this oversized development risks altering Mendham’s historic and rural character, potentially impacting the quality of life for residents and the balance of our small-town community. We kindly request your review of this project, considering the following areas of concern:
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Safety: Increased traffic congestion may hinder emergency access for first responders, potentially compromising safety. The added density also raises concerns for child safety in surrounding areas.
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Environmental Impact: The site includes Raritan Headwaters that serves drinking water to over 2 Million NJ residents, adjacent wetlands, and habitats for endangered species. This development heightens risks of stormwater runoff and contamination, impacting local ecosystems.
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School Overcrowding: The project could lead to a surge in school enrollments, burdening classrooms and increasing costs for taxpayers in maintaining educational quality.
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Infrastructure Strain: The development’s scale demands careful assessment of its impact on local water, sewer, and road systems to ensure that our infrastructure can sustain the increased load.
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Property Values and Community Character: Preserving Mendham’s unique character is essential in protecting property values and ensuring that new projects align with our community’s identity and expectations.
We seek your support in advocating for a scaled-down, thoughtfully planned project that reflects Mendham’s needs and respects its distinctive character.
Thank you for your time and consideration in helping us protect the integrity of our community. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss this matter further or need additional information.
Warm regards,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Contact Information]
Mendham Resident