Morris Township planning board launches master plan update, schedules three public forums

At the end of its May 4 meeting the Morris Township Planning Board announced the start of a master plan update and public outreach schedule aimed at completing a new master plan by June 2027.

The chair said a steering committee — including board members, the mayor, Councilman Roberts and representatives from several town commissions and committees — has been formed and has met several times. The board plans two in‑person public forums and one virtual session to collect public input: May 21 at Frelinghuysen Middle School at 7 p.m., May 28 via Zoom at 7 p.m., and May 30 at Normandy Park School at 10 a.m.

Board members discussed using at least one regular meeting as a public work session to review planning issues, and suggested a retreat‑style public meeting for early‑stage brainstorming and review of draft goals and objectives. Board members asked colleagues to attend at least one of the public workshops. No formal votes were taken on the master plan schedule; the item was introduced as an informational update and next steps for public engagement.