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Hopatcong is a Borough located in Sussex County, New Jersey. As of the United States 2000 Census, the borough had a total population of 15,888.
Geography
Hopatcong is located at 40°56'19" North, 74°39'52" West (40.938650, -74.664462)Template:GR.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 32.0 km² (12.3 mi²). 28.4 km² (11.0 mi²) of it is land and 3.6 km² (1.4 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 11.18% water.
Demographics
As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 15,888 people, 5,656 households, and 4,236 families residing in the borough. The population density was 559.7/km² (1,449.7/mi²). There were 6,190 housing units at an average density of 218.1/km² (564.8/mi²). The racial makeup of the borough was 93.10% White, 1.95% African American, 0.11% Native American, 1.80% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 1.42% from other races, and 1.61% from two or more races. 5.99% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 5,656 households out of which 38.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.1% were non-families. 18.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.24.
In the borough the population was spread out with 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 34.8% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.1 males.
The median income for a household in the borough was $65,799, and the median income for a family was $73,277. Males had a median income of $47,083 versus $34,238 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $26,698. 3.0% of the population and 2.2% of families were below the poverty line. 2.7% of those under the age of 18 and 5.8% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.
History
The town of Hopatcong has a rich history given its relationship with New York City. It borders Lake Hopatcong, a partially man made lake that is now a source of much recreation and desirable real estate. The town, just 40 miles west of New York City, began as a summer get away for the wealthy in NYC who primarily sought access to the lake. An amusement park sprung up called "Bertrand's Island" which was accessible via the lake or by car through Mount Arlington. Much of this however, changed due to the construction of Interstate 80, a highway that stretches from Teaneck, New Jersey all the way across the country to San Francisco, California. This new road ignited a rapid growth in New York's suburbia, enabling people a much easier commute and thus enabling Hopatcong to become a permanent residential community.
Government
Local government
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the Borough. The Mayor is elected at-large for a four-year term. The Mayor is considered to be a member of the Borough Council, helps set the agenda for Council meetings and chairs all meetings of the Council. The Mayor can vote only in the event of a tie but has the power to veto any ordinance adopted by the Council.
The Mayor has executive authority to act between Council meetings in matters affecting the Borough. The Mayor can declare a state of emergency and can act to protect the Borough and its citizens. The Mayor appoints the members of all Borough Committees and certain Borough Commissions. The Mayor's nominations for certain other Borough Boards and Commissions are subject to Council approval. The Mayor prepares the initial draft of the annual Borough budget for submission to the Council. The Mayor can issue Proclamations. The Mayor is authorized to perform marriage ceremonies. The Mayor is required to sit as a member of the Borough Planning Board. The signatures of the Mayor and Borough Clerk are necessary to create any legally binding obligation of the Borough.
The Common Council of the Borough of Hopatcong (Borough Council) is the legislative body of the Borough. There are six members of the Council elected at-large for three-year terms. In every year, two council positions are available for election. The Council can act in one of two formats: a) Ordinances, which have the effect of law and b) Resolutions, which state the policy or direction of the Council. Ordinances require public notice and a public hearing prior to adoption. Resolutions must be adopted in public but do not require public hearings.
The Council is charged with the adoption of the annual Borough Budget. The Mayor's nominations of certain Borough officials are also subject to Council approval. Council members are annually appointed by the Mayor to act as liaisons to various Borough departments, Boards, Commissions or Committees. The Council annually elects a member to serve in the position of Council President. In the absence of the Mayor, the Council President can assume the role and duties of the Mayor. The Council also annually elects a member to serve as its representative on the Planning Board.
The Mayor of Hopatcong Borough is Richard H. Hodson (term ends December 2007). Members of the Hopatcong Borough Council are Council President Madeline McManus (2005), John Armeno (2007), Rich Bunce (2006), Paul X. Fisher (2006), Estelle Klein (2005), Sylvia Petillo (2007).
Federal, state and county representation
Hopatcong Borough is in the Eleventh Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 24th Legislative District.
For the 119th United States Congress, New Jersey's 11th congressional district is represented by Mikie Sherrill (D, Montclair).[1] New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker (Newark, term ends 2027) and Andy Kim (Moorestown, term ends 2031).[2]
For the 2024-2025 session, the 24th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Parker Space (R, Wantage Township) and in the General Assembly by Dawn Fantasia (R, Franklin) and Mike Inganamort (R, Chester Township).[3] Template:NJ Governor
Education
Students in grades K through 12 attend the Hopatcong Public Schools. Schools in the district are:
- Hudson Maxim School (400 students in Kindergarten)
- Tulsa Trail Elementary School (398 students in grades 2-3):
- Durban Avenue School (428 students in grades 4-5)
- Hopatcong Middle School (665 students in grades 6-8)
- Hopatcong High School [1] (979 students in grades 9-12)
External links
- Hopatcong Borough website
- Hopatcong Public Schools
- School Performance Reports for the Hopatcong Public Schools, New Jersey Department of Education
- Nation Center for Education Statistics data for Hopatcong Public Schools
- ^ Directory of Representatives: New Jersey, United States House of Representatives. Accessed January 3, 2019.
- ^ States in the Senate: New Jersey, United States Senate. Accessed January 23, 2025. "Cory A. Booker (D) Hometown: Newark; Andy Kim (D) Hometown: Moorestown"
- ^ Legislative Roster for District 24, New Jersey Legislature. Accessed January 18, 2024.