BOROUGH OF MENDHAM

973-543-7152 • 2 West Main Street • Mendham, NJ 07945

A special thank you to Carl Mauer for completing his recent Eagle Scout Project! Carl built flag drop boxes for both the Phoenix House and the Mendham Borough Police Station for residents to properly retire American flags. Residents who wish to respectfully retire their worn or unserviceable flags can now use the new drop boxes, which will be checked biweekly by the American Legion.

Carl will begin his 4-year enlistment in the U.S. Army on August 24th. We wish him the best of luck and thank him for the drop boxes as well as his service to our country!

Stormwater Infrastructure Mapping Along County Roads

Residents may notice survey crews working along County roadways in Mendham Borough beginning today and continuing through mid-next week. Morris County has retained Aqualis to conduct stormwater infrastructure mapping along County roadways. The project involves locating and collecting GPS data for County-owned stormwater assets, including storm drains, inlets, culverts, and related infrastructure.

Field crews will consist of one company-marked vehicle and two personnel, with additional traffic control measures in place as needed to ensure the safety of both workers and the traveling public. Motorists are encouraged to use caution, reduce speed when approaching work areas, and follow any posted traffic control signs or directions from crew members.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as Morris County completes this important infrastructure mapping project.

1777 HISTORIC DOD-CARY GRANDFATHER CLOCK DONATED TO BOROUGH DURING AMERICA'S 25OTH

The clock also reflects the enduring legacy of the Cary family, whose  Mendham roots date to 1745, when Jonathan Cary moved to construct the original First Presbyterian Church—today's Hilltop Church. He settled in Mendham, established a mill, and began a family whose contributions to the community would span generations. During the Revolutionary War, the Cary family played an important role in supporting the Continental Army, providing food, clothing, and other supplies.

The Cary family's legacy remains visible today. John Cary, known as "Old Miller Cary," operated the family's mill, and later generations farmed the surrounding land. His grandson, Stephen Cary, cultivated a 59-acre farm on Mountainside Road. The historic Cary Farm barn, now owned and currently being restored by the Borough of Mendham, continues to stand as a lasting reminder of the family's contributions to our community.

It is especially meaningful that this extraordinary gift has been entrusted to the Borough as our nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence. This remarkable clock not only preserves the craftsmanship of one of Mendham's most celebrated artisans but also honors the generations of residents whose service, sacrifice, and stewardship helped shape our community and our country.

I would also like to thank the Mayor’s Historic Committee for recognizing this opportunity, and our Borough Administrator for working with the family to secure the donation. Finally, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to the McLean family for ensuring that this irreplaceable piece of Mendham's history remains here—where its story began.

Mayor James “Jim” Kelly

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS STEP UP TO GIVE DOUBLE FIELD DUG OUTS A PATRIOT MAKE OVER

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

If you have driven by Borough Park in the last few days, you may have noticed a fresh new look at Doubleday Field. I want to extend a huge thank you to the volunteers from the Mountain View Middle School baseball team, who generously donated their time to clean and paint the dugouts over the weekend! I would also like to give a special shout-out to the members of the DPW crew for prepping the dugouts, and Councilmember Neil Sullivan, who oversaw the planning and coordination of this project. The dugouts received a much-needed makeover and are now proudly sporting red, white, and blue in honor of our upcoming 250th anniversary.

- Mayor James "Jim" Kelly

Mendham Day Camp Regular Registration is Now Open!

2026 camp dates: June 22 - July 31

Time: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Mendham Day Camp is held at Borough Park for children attending Kindergarten through 6th grade. Daily activities may include arts and crafts, sports, games, and special events.

All registration and payments will be done online ONLY. In-season registration is currently open. Click here to register for the 2026 Mendham Day Camp.

Additional camp information, including weekly and daily themes, can be found here. 

Message from the Mayor: Mountain Valley Pond Wildlife

Dear Residents and Business Owners,

The Mountain Valley Pond is a cherished location for not only our residents, but also the surrounding wildlife. Recently, a Canada Goose and Blue Heron were found with fishing lines tangled around their legs from debris left at the pond. If you are fishing at the pond, please be mindful that no lines, hooks, or garbage are left behind. A small oversight can have a huge impact on our local wildlife. Thank you for helping us keep our community clean and safe!

- Mayor James “Jim” Kelly

Spring is in Bloom Photo Contest Winner

Congratulations to the 2026 winner of the Spring is in Bloom Photo Contest, Brandon M. The winning photo was taken on Hillcrest Ave. Thank you to everyone who participated!