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Little
Falls________
I.
Single
Family Resale Requirements for Residential Properties:
a. Certificate of occupancy: is required
b. Smoke Detectors: Fee $25 call 973-256-0313
II.
History:
The northern New Jersey community of Little Falls, named for the
falls that split directly in front of The Mill, can trace its
heritage back nearly 270 years. It was incorporated as a township over
130 years ago, in 1868. Its 2.8 square miles, now home to a population
of 12,500, are bounded by the communities of Montclair, Wayne, Cedar
Grove, Caldwell, North Caldwell and Fairfield.
III.
Characteristics:
Primary residential, Little Falls has manages to retain the fell of a
small town despite its strategic location in the tri-state metropolitan
area. (New York is only 15 miles away; Newark and its desirable airport
is 12.) For many residents, local shopping, schools, and a variety of
services are in walking distances.
The old Morris Canal, once an important artery of trade and
transportation between Delaware and Hudson Rivers, wound its way through
the town, and vestiges of it still serve as a reminder of Little Falls’
long history. Several well-maintained residences and other structures
from the last century serve to further strengthen the town’s sense
of-- and pride in-- its past.
During most of the years of existence , the Beattie carpet mill was the
town’s major employer. The quarrying of brownstone was another
important local industry, and Little Falls brownstone has been utilized
in many significant structures including New York’s famous Trinity
Church. Commercial activity is now comprised of mainly light industries
and office-based companies: there is no heave industry. Too many
residents the commute elsewhere to work are among the best-served in the
metropolitan area, with frequent rail and bus service, as well as
proximity to key state and interstate highways.
Little Falls has matured gracefully and today offers long-term residents
and newcomers alike the quality of life that makes suburban New Jersey a
desirable address for home, career and recreation.
Land Area:
712 (sq. km.)
Population:
10,855 (2000)
Government:
3,947.3 per sq. mile
As prescribes by New Jersey law, Little Falls is governed by a township
committee consisting of five committeemen elected by the voters. From
the committee, a chairman (mayor) and a deputy chairman (deputy mayor)
are selected by its members. A township administrator is appointed by
the committee to be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the
township.
Public Library:
8 Warren St., Little Falls
49,546 books (1999)
Recreation Department: "The Center" is located on
Paterson Ave. Activities include crafts, games, sports, and special
classes. A new separate Senior Citizen building also provides recreation
and meetings.
Little Falls Township School Districts
With 78% of the seniors taking the SAT’s, the cumulative score was
969. Formal computer education begins in kindergarten. Passaic Valley
Regional High School offers a choice of 4 different foreign languages.
Schools may participate in any of 13 interscholastic sports teams. There
is 1 elementary school and 1 middle school and/or junior high school.
Last year 85% of the graduating class went on to peruse higher
education. To enter kindergarten a child must be five years old by
September 30th. Students participate in DARE. program.
Preschool Handicapped Program is also offered to out of district tuition
students.
Preschool Handicapped Program including summer extension component is
offered.
Bus transportation is provided to students beyond a 2 mile radius. The
"SACC" program in town offered extended day care to parents.
Catholic Church and Grammar School: Holy Angels, located on
Pompton Ave (Rt. 23)
Post Office: A new post office was built and opened in 2001. It is
located on Main Street.
Commuting: Little Falls is an excellent town to commute from. Very
easy access to routes 3,23,46 & 80. Major bus lines and the train
make the New York commute easy.
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