Please see the notice below from the Wharton Water Department
On July 18, 2025 the groundbreaking was held for Wharton's newest park, the Fields at Orchard Mine. This will be located on North Main Street right by the American Legion.
Please see the draft renderings below:
The Borough of Wharton in Morris County is seeking a highly motivated, responsible, and well-rounded individual for a full time Laborer position in our Public Works department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to manual labor, waste collection, snow plowing, landscaping, maintenance, and water and sewer work. Experience operating light and heavy equipment and experience with water and sewer work are desirable, but not mandatory. Valid CDL is preferred. Candidates must be able to work on call 24/7 during emergency situations. Applications can be found here. Union Contract is available here. This position is subject to a physical, drug test, and criminal background check. This position includes competitive health benefits, NJ pension eligibility, and the possibility of overtime. Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2026. Application review and interviews will be on a continual basis and the Borough reserves the right to fill the position before the filing deadline. EOE
The January 13th Reorganization and Regular Scheduled meetings of the Planning Board will be in person at Town Hall located at 10 Robert St. Wharton, NJ 07885 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend and participate. For the Reorganization meeting agenda click here. For the Regular Scheduled meeting agenda click here.
Pet Licenses for 2026 are now available. License renewals must be completed before January 31st to avoid late fees. Late fees are $5 per month starting in February. Your pet's rabies shot must be valid through November 1st of 2026 in order to get a 2026 license. If your pet is spayed or neutered the cost is $14 if it is not it is $17. Renewal letters were mailed to you. You can mail in your renewal with a check and your license will be mailed to you or you can come into Town Hall to renew your license.