Leave your backpacks and large bags at home when you come to Sunday’s Festival on the Green, Morristown police advise.
In the wake of last weekend’s bombings in Seaside Park and New York City, there will be an increased police presence at the festival on Sept. 25, 2016, police said Thursday in a statement.
Bags will be subject to inspection. Here is the full statement, with road closures, too:
FROM MORRISTOWN POLICE:
POLICE WILL TAKE ADDITIONAL SAFETY MEASURES TO ENSURE A SAFE AND FUN FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND
The Town of Morristown is hosting yet another great community event this weekend, The Festival on the Green. As one of the most popular annual events in downtown Morristown, the festival draws large crowds of visitors and residents alike.
The event, which is produced by the Morristown Partnership, highlights over 150 exhibits featuring fantastic food, four music venues and children’s amusements. The Partnership will be working closely with the Morristown Bureau of Police and their emergency services partners to ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone who attends the festival.
In light of recent incidents at public events in the Tri State area, the Bureau of Police will be taking additional measures at Sunday’s Festival including, but not limited to, the presence of supplemental, uniformed officers.
Event attendees are discouraged from bringing backpacks and large bags into the festival, as such items will be subject to inquiry and search. While enjoying the fun and festivities, please remember that safety is everyone’s responsibility and if you see something, say something. If something looks suspicious please find a law enforcement official immediately or call the police headquarters directly at 973-538-2200.
Road closures around the Morristown Green will begin at 7 pm on Saturday, September 24. Access to the Ann Bank Garage via Schuyler Place and the DeHart Street Garage via DeHart Street will remain open until 12 pm. Roads will remain closed until late evening Sunday, September 25. Road closures will include:
Speedwell Avenue: Closed to through traffic at Spring Street and closed to the Morristown Green at Cattano Avenue.
Morris Street: Closed to the Morristown Green at Spring Street.
South Street: Closed to the Morristown Green at DeHart Street beginning at 7pm. South Street will close at Community place beginning at12am.
Washington Street: Closed to the Morristown Green at Schuyler Place beginning at 7pm. Washington Street will close at Court Street beginning at 12am.
Market Street: Closed to the Morristown Green at Maple Avenue.
Dumont Place: Closed at entrance to Morristown Parking Authority Lot 10J.
Water Street: Closed to through traffic. Access to Headquarters Plaza parking deck will remain open.
We recommend drivers adjust their travel accordingly, and we look forward to participating in another successful Festival on the Green.
