VERNON

The township council is the elected governing body responsible for legislative functions in Vernon Township. It is comprised of five members, all of whom are elected at-large. Subsequent to the implementation of Vernon's new form of government on July 1, 2011, initial council terms are staggered-three members serve for two years and two members serve for four years. Going forward, all will serve for a term of four years... Vernon Township, home to roughly 25,000 people, is tucked away in the northeast corner of Sussex County... More than 40% of Vernon's 70 square miles is preserved open space and the township is criss-crossed by both federal and state parks as well as a 20-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail. Communities within the township include Glenwood, Highland Lakes, McAfee, Vernon Valley, Barry Lakes and Lake Wallkill.

Also known as: Vernon Township

Primary location: Vernon United States