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Allies push to preserve N.J. college’s treasured forest amid court battle
The 53 acres of the Drew Forest holds six wetland areas, sits above the water supply of 26 towns and is home to an endangered bat. Known as “the University in the Forest,” the woodlands are a refuge for students and staff at Drew University. Now, its supporters are raising millions of dollars to preserve it as open space, while a Morris County judge is deliberating on its future because of a land dispute.
Drew Forest Case Pauses, Ruling to Come at a Later Date
The legal battle regarding the realistic development potential (RDP) of the Drew Forest has come to a temporary pause. With all evidence submitted and all testimony heard, the public now waits on Superior Court Judge Stephan C. Hansbury to apply his knowledge of Affordable Housing laws and make a ruling, according to Judy Kroll, the co-chair of the Friends of the Drew Forest.
Madison applies for another $5 million for Drew Forest purchase
The Borough Council applied for another $5 million grant for open space funding from Morris County to purchase the Drew Forest during the Monday, May 13 meeting.
Sherrill presents big check for Drew Forest preservation, total funds hit $9.12 million
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, D-11, presented a ceremonial big check for about $4.1 million to the borough, representing the federal funds she’s secured for the preservation of the Drew Forest during a press conference on Glenwild Road in front of the forest Monday, April 22.
On Earth Day tour, Sherrill highlights millions to preserve Drew Forest, Lake Hopatcong
Standing at the top ledge of a geological "kettle" carved by massive glaciers centuries ago, a bipartisan group of elected officials led by U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill vowed to keep developers from chopping down the trees there.
County approves $5M grant to preserve Drew University forest. But will school agree?
The Morris County Commissioners on Monday approved a $5 million grant recommendation by the county Open Space Trust Fund Committee to help fund a purchase of Drew Forest in Madison.
County Commissioners grant Madison $5 million for Drew Forest preservation
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners voted Monday to grant Madison $5 million toward a potential future acquisition of the Drew Forest - a significant amount yet half of what the borough had been asking for.