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New Providence, NJ Community Report- Do you own a home in New Providence, NJ? Are you considering home ownership in New Providence, NJ? This report will help you decide if New Providence is the right place for you. Population, crime rate, education statistics, income, employment census data, and much more. Selecting a Broker in New Providence? - This is a copy of the 2007 Year End Broker Statistics for New Providence, NJ. Is there any question why Burgdorff ERA is the smart decision? We get our sellers the most money in the shortest amount of time. More people trust the market leader.
History The written history of New Providence begins in 1664 when James, Duke of York and brother to King Charles II, purchased the land from the Lenni Lenape Native Americans. This acquisition was known as the Elizabethtown Tract. Its first European settlers were members of a Puritan colony established in 1720, which was the first permanent settlement of its type. The settlement was originally called Turkeytown, due to the presence of wild turkeys in the area. By 1737, the Presbyterian Church was formed and became the center of this growing community. In 1759, the balcony of the Presbyterian Church in the town collapsed. The lack of serious injuries was declared by Divine Providence, and the town was renamed to New Providence. According to local tradition, George Washington spent the night in a local home, which still stands to this day. Supposedly, the local stream, Salt Brook, is named for an incident when the salt supply of the colonial village was dumped into the brook to prevent passing British soldiers from taking it. Ironically, the British Army never crossed the Watchung Mountains into this region. Salt Brook winds through town, starting near the eponymous Salt Brook Elementary School. On April 14, 1794, Springfield Township was formed, which included the present-day township, along with the towns of Summit, New Providence, and Berkeley Heights. Growth continued in the area, and on November 8, 1809, New Providence Township was formed from within Springfield Township. It included only Summit, New Providence, and Berkeley Heights. On March 23, 1869, Summit withdrew from the New Providence Township and reincorporated as a township without any other town. It remained under a township form of government until April 11, 1899, when Summit reincorporated as a city. On March 14, 1899, New Providence also withdrew from the New Providence Township and was reincorporated as a borough. With Boroughitis sweeping across the state, many communities within townships were reverting to small, locally-governed communities (mostly reincorporating as boroughs) due to acts of the New Jersey Legislature that made it economically advantageous for communities so do so. Only present day Berkeley Heights retained the name of New Providence Township, a name it kept until November 6, 1951.
Location and Transportation Nestled in the Watchung Mountains, New Providence is home to 12,000 residents and covers 3.6 square miles in northwestern Union County connecting Summit to Berkeley Heights. The borough is roughly 15 miles southwest of Newark and approximately 28 miles south of New York City. Traveling is made simple with two easily accessible train stations within the town as well as its close proximity to I-78, the Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Turnpike and Newark International Airport.
Corporate/Residential Community New Providence is mostly a residential community consisting of owner occupied, single- family dwellings, with garden apartments and condominiums. A majority of New Providence’s residents hold professional, managerial or other executive positions in their business or industry with an above average salary.
Recreation The New Providence Recreation Department, which provides a wide variety of programs for children and adults, is run by a seven-person commission, who are appointed by the mayor for five year terms. New Providence possesses three playgrounds, an ice-skating rink, eight ball fields, and eight public tennis courts. Two pools, which are approximately Olympic size, are also available through the New Providence Community Pool Corporation.
Education There are two public K-6 schools, as well as one parochial elementary school. The middle school is adjacent to the high school, and consists of grades 7-8. New Providence High School has approximately 550 students enrolled and was recently ranked 7th overall of schools in New Jersey. Students in the New Providence School District are known for their academic achievements and excellence in athletics.
Parking Permit Restricted parking areas are well marked in New Providence. The New Providence Police Department asks that you observe all parking signs and comply with the regulations.
Overnight Parking Prohibited
No vehicle may be parked on any street, highway or municipally maintained and designated public parking lot between the hours of 2-6 AM.
Commuter Parking Lots
New Providence maintains two parking areas for local commuters. They are located at the New Providence and the Murray Hill Railroad Stations. Quarterly through Annual parking permits are available through the Municipal Clerks Office.
Call 908-665-1400 or contact the Borough Clerk's Office via our webform for further information about rates. Limited daily parking is also available at each parking lot.
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