News & Noteworthy
Enviromental Commission Film Presentation, November 3rd 2010 @ 7:00pm
Posted: August 27, 2010
See the Enviromental Commission web page for more details on this film.
SEASONAL FLU CLINIC SCHEDULE
Posted: August 11, 2010
BARKS SHRED DAY TO SAVE A STRAY
Posted: July 21, 2010
Click here for more information.
The Making of Our Nations Laws
Posted: June 28, 2010
Please click for informational pamphlet on "The Making of OUr Nation's Laws". http://www.njslom.com/NationsLaws.pdf
Social Security Online
Posted: June 22, 2010
“Good News”: www.socialsecurity.gov
File for retirement, spouses’, Medicare only, and/or disability benefits online. It’s easy and free. You can also plan your retirement, change your address or phone number, start or change direct deposit information, request a proof of income letter, get a replacement Medicare card, and SO MUCH MORE! Don’t hesitate, visit www.socialsecurity.gov to see what you can do from the comfort of your home or office.
Aquatic Invasive Species: Water Chestnut
Posted: June 18, 2010
For complete information on this new Aquatic Incasive Species: Water Chestnut click on this link.
Final Tax Bills for 2010 - Have been mailed
Posted: June 01, 2010
Tax Rate Received and Tax Deadline EXTENDED
Final Tax Bills for 2010 were delayed due to the fact that we had not received the certified tax rate from the County.
Since the certified tax rate was only received from the County Tax Board on August 5, the tax bills were mailed late. The grace period has been extended 25 days from the date of mailing , which will be noted on your bill.
The grace period has been extended to September 7, 2010.
Click 'TAX RATE' for summary explanation of the computed tax rate for Byram Township.
BYRAM DAY!
Posted: April 27, 2010
Get ready to celebrate Byram Day on Saturday, September 11, 2010 at Neil Gylling Park and the Municipal Building campus on Mansfield Drive. Rain Date is Sunday, September 12.
The fun filled day begins with a 5K Race at 9:00am. The main stage opens at 12:00 noon with an Opening Ceremony celebrating Patriots Day and featuring a flag ceremony and opening addresses by Mayor Jim Oscovitch and Congressman Freylinghysen. The Star Spangled Banner sung by DJ Oswin will be followed by a performance by the Lenape Valley High School Marching Band and Cheerleaders. DJ Steve Roberts will emcee the day including hot dog eating, tomato and sunflower; baking and chili contests, as well as the ever popular Mr. Legs. Rides for children and games for kids and families continue throughout the day. Something new to try this year is hooping for exercise and fun. Adults can shop the vendors, view the Classic Car Show or attend the new Communiversity, a series of short presentations located inside the Historical School House. Food is available throughout the day, so come for lunch and stay and enjoy a leisurely dinner.
For more information, e-mail jmeisner@byramtwp.org or call Janet Meisner at (973) 347-2500, ext: 160.
Byram Township Fire Department Reflective Signs
Posted: April 07, 2010
To obtain an application to order a reflective address sign click on this link. 
SCMUA Free Recycling Services
Posted: January 25, 2010
For complete detail on Free Recycling Services offered by the Sussex County MUA, please click here.
NJ State Library Assistance
Posted: January 08, 2010
The New Jersey State Library has created a web site that provides assistance to New Jersey residents and businesses to help them through tough economic times. The site has a wide range of useful links that may be of assistance. The site: http://gethelp.njlibraries.org
Mayors Wellness campaign
Posted: January 04, 2010
Dear Byram Residents,
Obesity and inactive lifestyles have become a lot like the weather, everyone talks about them, but little action is taken. As Mayor of Byram, I have decided to talk less and do more when it comes to these national killers and wanted to share a new effort in our town.
Recently, Byram joined New Jersey’s Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) as a first step to getting our town on the road to active living and healthier lifestyles.
The MWC supports Mayors as champions of community health. The goal is to increase opportunities for Byram residents to participate in physical activity with a long-term goal of improving health, reducing deaths and the health care costs secondary to obesity. Through public-private partnerships, the MWC provides structure and resources for healthy community initiatives.
The MWC encourages Mayors to play a leadership role in supporting local opportunities for active, healthy lifestyles. I have taken them up on that challenge.
I invite all of Byram citizens to join me in learning more about this worthwhile effort by going to www.mayorswellnesscampaign.org and taking part in one of the many events we have planned in the coming weeks and months.
We can make a real difference in the lives of all Byram residents if we just stop talking about it and start doing something!
Sincerely,
James Oscovitch
Mayor, Byram Township
Please visit www.mayorswellnesscampaign.org/new-jersey/sussex-county/
Or http://toxicwaistlines.orbius.com/
Route 206 Widening
Posted: November 04, 2009
For detailed information on the Route 206 road widening in Byram Township or for a map on the area being widened please click on the links attached.
Housing Rehab Grants
Posted: October 27, 2009
Information on the program is available here
Register Ready
Posted: September 10, 2009
For more information on Register Ready click here. Or go to www.registerready.nj.gov
Sussex County Community Alert System - Outbound 9-1-1
Posted: August 07, 2009
SUSSEX COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND
9-1-1 COORDINATION
Sussex County Emergency Management Coordinator Sheriff Robert Untig announces that Sussex County has just added a new capability to its emergency service capacity for the residents of and visitors to the county. Using grant funding from the State Homeland Security Grant program, the ‘Community Alerting System’ will enable authorized public officials to notify the public of imminent life/property threat emergencies by computer-generated telephone calls to all registered telephones in Sussex County.
The Freeholders authorized a contract with Global Connect Inc. from Mays Landing, New Jersey, to provide the service.
Over forty emergency services and communications personnel received training on use of the system last week at the Sussex County Community College. Those authorized to send out an emergency notification will be provided with direct access to the system which includes a high level of security.
Some 88,000 home and business telephones of the Verizon, Embarq (CenturyLink) and Warwick Valley Telephone systems are already in the database. Cellular phones can be added by going to the Website at sussexcountysheriff.org and click on the “Community Alert System” link.
It is important for everyone to note the following precautions: The system will function unless telephone service is specifically disrupted. This will include times when there are power outages. However, most people have telephone answering systems that use a power supply to receive phone calls. Those phones will not receive the alerts when power is disrupted. Therefore, as per FEMA readiness guidelines, all homes and businesses should have at least one “hardwired” telephone capable of working in power outages.
A ‘hardwired’ telephone is one that plugs directly into the phone jack on the wall.
Those people who use a computer-based phone system should have an “uninterrupted power supply’ to assure continuous telephone contact and should check with their alternative phone provider to make sure they access the 9-1-1 system.
The system will only be activated by authorized personnel and protocols will be followed. It will only be used in an emergency and it includes a mapping feature that will permit notifications in specific areas of the county or any municipality.
The three most important points are: 1. All currently listed and unlisted home and business phones in Sussex County (about 88,000) are already in the database 2. All locations should have at least one 'hardwired telephone' - direct to phone line without an intervening answering device that requires a power supply. Computer based phone system users should have an 'uninterrupted power supply' (UPS) for the same reason - power failures. 3. Cell phone users can go to sussexcountysheriff.org and click on the "Community Alert System" link to add their cell phones.