Municipal Alliances
The Municipal Alliance network is made of local, grassroots, volunteer organizations. This statewide network assesses needs and implements drug prevention programs/activities.
Alliances are overseen by the Morris County Dept. of Human Services and the Governor’s Council on Substance Use Disorder (GCSUD).
How does an Alliance work?
- Established by the municipal government
- The municipal government appoints members
- Made up of community members such as local leaders, school officials, teachers, health officials, law enforcement officers, civic organizations, businesses and private citizens
- Municipal Alliances assess community needs to develop prevention programs/activities
- Applications/funding is approved by the County Alliance Steering Subcommittee (CASS) and the Mental Health Addictions Services Advisory Board (MHASAB)
How are Municipal Alliances Funded?
- Funding is distributed by the Governor’s Council on Substance Use Disorder (GCSUD)
- Morris County is funded about $200,000 for the Alliance program
How do I get involved?
You can start getting involved by doing one of the following:
- Contact your respective Mayor to let him/her know of your interest
- Contact you respective Alliance contact person using the list below
- Contact the County Alliance Coordinator at 973-285-6867 or Clrobinson@co.morris.nj.us
Does my Municipality have a Municipal Alliance?
In Morris County, 25 Municipal Alliances are operating which represent 30 municipalities. The active Morris County Alliances are listed below along with their contact information.
Contact Us
County Alliance Coordinator: Cherish Robinson
Phone: 973-285-6867
E-mail: Clrobinson@co.morris.nj.us
Mailing Address: Morris County Dept. of Human Services P.O. Box 900 Morristown, NJ 07963-0900