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NOTICE TO PUBLIC:  Change in New Jersey Legal Notice Publication Requirements

Posted: January 30, 2026

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

Change in New Jersey Legal Notice Publication Requirements

Please be advised that effective March 1, 2026, New Jersey law changes the way legal notices are published by public entities and applicants for development and approvals.

Under this new law, legal notices that were previously published in printed newspapers will now be published on the official website of the Township of Byram. This change is intended to increase public access, transparency, and reduce publication costs.

 What This Means for the Public:

1. Legal notices will be available online at no cost
2. Notices will be posted on the official website of the Township of Byram
3. Notices will remain accessible for the legally required time period and will be archived for future reference
4. During the transition period in 2026, notices directing the public to the website will also appear in online news publications

 Where to Find Legal Notices:

Beginning March 1, 2026, all legal notices may be found at:

👉 https://www.byramtwp.org/index.php.notices .  In addition, the State of New Jersey will maintain a centralized online directory linking to all participating public entity legal notice pages https://www.nj.gov/state/statewide-legal-notices-list.shtml.

For assistance accessing legal notices or for questions regarding this change, please contact:

Cynthia Church, Byram Township Clerk
Email: CChurch@byramtwp.org

 This notice is provided in accordance with New Jersey law to inform the public of changes to legal notice publication requirements.

ROAD MILLING AND PAVING PROJECTS

Posted: May 21, 2026

Byram Township will be conducting various road milling and paving projects beginning on or about June 1, 2026, subject to weather and contractor schedules.

Work will take place in multiple areas throughout the Township, including but not limited to:

• Forest Lakes area roadways
• East Brookwood area roadways
• Selected roads off Tamarack Road

Residents in and around these areas should expect periodic traffic delays, temporary lane closures, and possible short-term access restrictions during construction activities. Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions and maintain local access whenever possible.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while these important infrastructure improvements are completed. These projects are intended to enhance roadway safety and improve long-term travel conditions throughout the Township.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Byram Township Municipal offices.

Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony - May 25, 2026

Posted: May 13, 2026

Please click here for more information on the Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony - May 25, 2026 

Recreation Department Summer Brochure

Posted: April 30, 2026

Please click here

NATURAL GAS SAFETY PRESENTATION

Posted: April 06, 2026

JOIN US ON MAY 27 FOR A SAFETY PRESENTATION ON NATURAL GAS- 

2 SESSIONS- 11:00AM OR 6:00PM

BYRAM TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING- 10 MANSFIELD DRIVE

Recreation Department- Summer Camp

Posted: March 31, 2026

After the schools camp (Mon-Thurs- 7/6-8/6) $120.00 per week

The Mansfield Bike Path Trail and Brookwood Park Trail are Temporarily Closed.

Posted: March 13, 2026

Due to the work being performed on The Mansfield Trail Dump Superfund site in Byram Township, the following section the Mansfield Bike Path Trail will be closed between March 16, 2026, and April 1, 2026.

• Brookwood Rd. to Sparta Stanhope Rd.

 Also, the Brookwood Park and Trail behind the well treatment facility on Brookwood Road will be closed until the beginning of 2027.

The trail(s) will be closed for safety to facilitate the necessary tree clearing component of the project.

June J. Dobson Scholarship Fund:  $1000.00 award for 2026

Posted: January 29, 2026

Click here for applicaiton.

Biography on June Dobson

NJ Wildfire SMART

Posted: March 05, 2025

NJ Wildfire SMART 

Removal of dead and dying trees

Posted: February 04, 2025

Removal of dead and dying trees 

Property Tax Relief For Senior Homeowners and Renters Age 65 and Over

Posted: January 23, 2025

Property Tax Relief For Senior Homeowners and Renters Age 65 and Over 

C.O. Johnson Park Improvements

Posted: October 09, 2023

2023 Update - COJ Park Improvements   

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) has been authorized to provide Engineering and Landscape Architecture services for the development of a dog park and improvements to COJ Park.  Also, the Mayor and Council have started to authorize improvements that are independent of the larger project being developed by FPA. 

Byram Township has been fortunate to receive a grant from the Highlands Council in the amount of $137,790 to cover the engineering work that is being completed by FPA.

Following are key documents related to the work and activities that have been authorized at COJ Park.

- Click For:  Information regarding $137,790 Highlands Grant  (September 5, 2023)

- Click For:  Award to FPA to complete Engineering and Landscape Architecture Services  (September 5, 2023)

- Click For:  Award to FPA for improvements to Field 8 at COJ Park  (October 3, 2023)

- Click For:  Awards from COJ Park Basketball Court Improvements (August 2023)

Historical Files:  French & Parrello Associates was authorized to prepare a conceptual design and master development plan for CO Johnson Park. 

Engineer's Opinion of Preliminary Budgetary Costs - March 15, 2023

Click for:  FPA Resolution and Proposal

Click for:  CO Johnson Park Conceptual Plan - Alternative 1

Click for:  CO Johnson Park Conceptual Plan - Alternative 2

Click for:  CO Johnson Park Cost Estimates  (Note:  Preliminary budget numbers to only support conversation.)

Click for:  CO Johnson Park Final Concept Plan and Budget Estimate

Byram Township Senior Citizen Transportation Update

Posted: November 03, 2020

The Byram Township senior bus is available for Senior Club members who are in need of transportation on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month to attend the Senior Club meeting. 

The senior bus is also available on the alternate Thursdays to any group of seniors who are in need of transportation for local shopping or dining at local restaurants.

The hours of operation are 10:30am-3:30pm, including drop off and pick up.

This is not a dial-a-ride service for individuals, but intended for Byram Township seniors to have a day out with other seniors while

meeting some of their shopping needs. 

For additional information, please contact Debbie Armeno at 973-347-2500 x160 or recreation@byramtwp.org

Additionally, Byram Township seniors may utilize the Sussex County Skylands Ride service for their transportation needs.

• Skylands Ride Transportation service is provided for a requested $1.50 donation each way.
• Seniors are encouraged to call Skylands Ride and preregister for their service prior to scheduling their first trip.
• Reservations for transportation must be made at least 2 business days in advance of your appointment.
• Skylands Ride goes to Byram Shop-Rite on Thursdays and will usually pick up seniors around 9:30 am and then return them home around 12:00 pm

Skylands On-Request Service

Senior citizens, veterans, people with disabilities and members of the general public going to work, school or training.

Days: Monday-Friday
Times: 5:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
For reservations and fare information call (973) 579-0480.

Additional information about the program can be found on the Sussex County website at the following web address:  https://www.sussex.nj.us/cn/webpage.cfm?tpid=1565

Nixle - Community Alert Notification System

Posted: September 06, 2019

Community Alert Notification System

The Township of Byram will be embarking on our new primary community notification system beginning in September 2019.  We are pleased to offer the Nixle Community Alert System to the members of our community. This free system allows community members to register to receive email and/or text notifications directly from the Township of Byram and can get instant notices about everything from gas leaks to missing persons, traffic accidents, road closures and local community events and activities. 

Nixle, LLC developed this secure messaging technology to open trustworthy, reliable communications between governmental agencies and the communities they serve. Only authenticated agencies and organizations are permitted to use Nixle, which prevents false messages and impersonations.  These alerts are provided through the secure Nixle site, which is used by over 3000 public safety agencies around the U.S.A. and is dedicated to providing verified public safety and community information to those who live, work and commute through our town.

With Nixle, the user can choose to have messages sent to their text capable phone, email, both or simply log on to Nixle and view the messages. Levels of messages sent can also be chosen to lessen the amount of texts sent or increase the connection to the Township of Byram.

Nixle users can also set unlimited locations, such as home, work and school, to stay informed about area incidents as well as widespread notifications.  Just as our messages are secure, so is your information. Nixle does not track users and does not allow advertising on their site. No third party will be contacting you or spamming you after you submit your registration information.

The Township of Byram endeavors to send alert and advisory messages only when alerting the public is necessary. If you choose to receive community messages, you may also receive an occasional message regarding important events such as upcoming community events and activities. Frivolous messages will not be sent, and your email and text boxes will not be filled with spam by these messages. We want you, the community, to know that when you receive a message from us, it is important. Nixle is just one more way the Township of Byram is working with the community to keep residents safe and informed.

The Township of Byram encourages every citizen to sign up today to receive these messages and begin connecting with the Township of Byram.  Nixle will become your primary source for accurate, up to date information from the Township of Byram so don’t delay, sign up today! 

Remember, if we can’t reach you, we can’t inform you so please take a moment to sign up using one of the following options. 

SIGN UP OPTIONS:

1) CLICK AND ENTER CONTACT INFORMATION:  Nixle Community Notifications 

2) Text the keyword Byram to 888-777.  Then when prompted, follow the directions to enter your current e-mail address and you’ll be signed up to receive important alerts, advisories and community notifications from Byram Township.

CLICK:  Nixle Implementation Plan

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