Morris County updates decade‑long trail construction grant program; volunteer honored

Jan 21, 2026

County planning director reported 69 grants awarded since the program began, roughly 39 miles of trails created or in progress, and about $3.2 million encumbered for reimbursements; the board presented a resolution recognizing long‑time volunteer Isabel Alcott.

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Joe Burillo, Morris County director of planning and preservation, told the Board of County Commissioners the Trail Construction Grant Program is entering its tenth year, has supported dozens of projects across the county and is transitioning many design grants into construction.

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