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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.

Leap into Spring
Over $9 million approved at the federal and county levels! What comes next?
University, Madison report progress in 53-acre Drew Forest preservation effort
With millions of dollars in new federal and state funding on the way, officials from both Madison and Drew University hope to complete the long-awaited sale and preservation of the university's 53-acre Drew Forest before the end of the year.
Drew Forest among list of North Jersey projects to get federal funds. See full list
The borough has been in negotiations for several years with Drew University to preserve its 51-acre track of environmentally sensitive forestland that serves as both a "living laboratory" for environmental study students and as a buffer between the campus and neighboring residential communities.

Madison One Step Closer to Receiving Federal Funding to Preserve the Drew Forest
With the recent passing of the House Appropriations Legislation, we are one step closer to receiving $4,116,279.00 in federal grant funding through Community Project Funding thanks to the joint efforts of Congresswoman Sherrill and Senator Booker.

Rare owl spotted in Drew Forest
The barred owl, a threatened species in New Jersey ecosystems, was recently photographed by Drew University senior Daniel Magda in the university woods.

'Tis the season for Forest Love 💚🌳
Our 3rd annual Forest Valentines are here! Pick a design; then post, print & share!


Sing along: our best wishes for a very happy Forest holiday!
Over the River and Through the Woods - All for the Forest We Need to Save

Through the Woods: Updates & Thanks
The good news: Morris County approved a $5 million grant to the Borough of Madison for a conservation sale of the Forest. There's still more to do.
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.

Morris commissioners give Madison $5M for Drew Forest, and get funding recommendations for trails in Morristown, Madison
Like the song says, you can’t always get what you want. But did Madison get what it needs from the Morris County Commissioners on Monday?

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.

It's a Nail Biter: Join us on Mon., Nov. 20, 7pm in Morristown
Will the County Commissioners approve $10 million to conserve the Forest (Madison's request)? Or $5 million (Open Space Committee recommendation)? Something in between? We're on pins and needles.

Morris County urged to double $5M grant to save Drew University forest from development
The Morris County Commissioners heard passionate pleas at their meeting Wednesday night to approve a $5 million grant to help protect 51 acres of woodlands on the Drew University campus. But, they were told, the funding needs to be doubled if preservationists are to have a shot at saving Drew Forest.
Morris panel recommends $5M for Drew Forest, but activists tell commissioners that’s not enough
Half a loaf is not better than none. Not when a 53-acre forest is at stake.

Drew Forest advocates push for 'full' county funding as committee recommends $5 million grant
Madison is poised to receive a substantial Morris County grant award to help purhase the threatened Drew Forest preserve from Drew University, but advocates say a larger sum would push the deal across the finish line.

Deja Vu: We Need Your Help Wed., Nov. 8, 8pm in Morristown
Yep, it's time to show up (again) at the Morris County Commissioners meeting, 8 pm at 10 Court St, Morristown. On the agenda: a 6pm organizing dinner at Caffe India.

Good News, Bad News: We Need Your Help Wed., Oct 25, 7pm in Morristown
We need you to connect with Morris County Commissioners at 2 upcoming meetings (Oct 25 and Nov 8) and through email statements of support.