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Hopatcong, New Jersey
Borough
Borough of Hopatcong
Map of Hopatcong Borough in Sussex County.
Map of Hopatcong Borough in Sussex County.
Census Bureau map of Hopatcong, New Jersey
Census Bureau map of Hopatcong, New Jersey
Country United States
State New Jersey
CountySussex
IncorporatedApril 2, 1898 as Brooklyn
RenamedMarch 22, 1901 as Hopatcong
Government
[4]
 • TypeBorough
 • MayorSylvia Petillo (term ends December 31, 2015)[1]
 • AdministratorRobert Elia[2]
 • ClerkCatherine Gleason[3]
Area
[5]
 • Total12.248 sq mi (31.722 km2)
 • Land10.854 sq mi (28.113 km2)
 • Water1.394 sq mi (3.609 km2)  11.318%
 • Rank188th of 566 in state
16th of 24 in county[5]
Elevation
[6]
997 ft (304 m)
Population
 (2010 Census)[7][8][9]
 • Total15,147
 • Estimate 
(2013)[10]
14,806
 • Rank167th of 566 in state
3rd of 24 in county[11]
 • Density1,395.5/sq mi (538.8/km2)
  • Rank347th of 566 in state
6th of 24 in county[11]
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (Eastern (EDT))
ZIP code
07843[12][13]
Area code(s)973[14]
FIPS code3403732910[5][15][16]
GNIS feature ID0885259[5][17]
Websitewww.hopatcong.org

Hopatcong is a borough in Sussex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 15,147,[7][8][9] reflecting a decline of 741 (-4.7%) from the 15,888 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 302 (+1.9%) from the 15,586 counted in the 1990 Census.[19]

The area had been called "Brookland" in the 19th century and the lake that was expanded to become Lake Hopatcong had been known as "Great Pond" or "Brookland Pond". During the 1830s, the name of the community had been modified to "Brooklyn", to match the spelling of the city on New York's Long Island.[20] Hopatcong was originally established as the Town of Brooklyn on April 2, 1898, from portions of Byram Township. On March 22, 1901, the Borough of Hopatcong replaced Brooklyn.[21] In 1922, residents of Byram Cove, Northwood, and other areas to the west of the original land area of the borough, voted to leave Byram Township and join Hopatcong, leaving the Borough with its current borders.[22]

Geography

Hopatcong is located at 40°57′09″N 74°39′35″W / 40.952432°N 74.65966°W / 40.952432; -74.65966 (40.952432,-74.65966). According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough had a total area of 12.248 square miles (31.722 km2), of which 10.854 square miles (28.113 km2) was land and 1.394 square miles (3.609 km2) (11.38%) was water.[5][18]

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
190075—
191014694.7%
192017922.6%
1930534198.3%
194066023.6%
19501,17377.7%
19603,391189.1%
19709,052166.9%
198015,53171.6%
199015,5860.4%
200015,8881.9%
201015,147−4.7%
2013 (est.)14,806[10][23]−2.3%
Population sources: 1800-1920[24]
1900-1910[25] 1910-1930[26]
1930-1990[27] 2000[28][29] 2010[8]

Census 2010

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The Census Bureau's 2006-2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income was $85,730 (with a margin of error of +/- $4,570) and the median family income was $95,962 (+/- $5,996). Males had a median income of $60,533 (+/- $5,094) versus $47,515 (+/- $7,133) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $36,033 (+/- $2,406). About 1.6% of families and 3.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.[30]

Census 2000

As of the 2000 United States Census[15] there were 15,888 people, 5,656 households, and 4,236 families residing in the borough. The population density was 1,449.7 people per square mile (559.7/km2). There were 6,190 housing units at an average density of 564.8 per square mile (218.1/km2). The racial makeup of the borough was 93.10% White, 1.95% African American, 0.11% Native American, 1.80% Asian, 1.42% from other races, and 1.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.99% of the population.[28][29]

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.[28][29]

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.[28][29]

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. About 2.2% of families and 3.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.7% of those under age 18 and 5.8% of those age 65 or over.[28][29]

History

Lake Hopatcong as seen from Hopatcong Borough.

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, and is the biggest lake in New Jersey. The community, 40 miles (64 km) west of New York City, began as a summer getaway for the wealthy in NYC who primarily sought access to the lake. An amusement park, called "Bertrand's Island", sprang up and was accessible via the lake, trolley or by car through Mount Arlington. The construction of Interstate 80, a highway that stretches from Teaneck, New Jersey, all the way across the country to San Francisco, California, triggered rapid growth in New York City's suburbs and led to Hopatcong's becoming a permanent residential community.

Government

Local government

Hopatcong is governed under the Borough form of New Jersey municipal government. The governing body consists of a Mayor and a Borough Council comprising six council members, with all positions elected at-large on a partisan basis as part of the November general election. A Mayor is elected directly by the voters to a four-year term of office. The Borough Council consists of six members elected to serve three-year terms on a staggered basis, with two seats coming up for election each year in a three-year cycle.[4] The Borough form of government used by Hopatcong, the most common system used in the state, is a "weak mayor / strong council" government in which council members act as the legislative body with the mayor presiding at meetings and voting only in the event of a tie. The mayor can veto ordinances subject to an override by a two-thirds majority vote of the council. The mayor makes committee and liaison assignments for council members, and most appointments are made by the mayor with the advice and consent of the council.[31][32]

As of 2014, the Mayor of Hopatcong Borough is Sylvia Petillo (R, whose term ends December 31, 2015). Members of the Hopatcong Borough Council are Council President John Young (R, 2014), Rich Bunce (R, 2015), Michael Francis (R, 2016), Marie Ryder Galate (R, 2015), Estelle R. Klein (R, 2014) and Frank Padula (R, 2016; serving an unexpired term).[33][34][35][36]

Frank Padula was named in May 2014 to fill the vacancy of Richard Hoer, who had resigned the previous month.

Federal, state and county representation

Hopatcong is located in the 11th Congressional District[37] and is part of New Jersey's 24th state legislative district.[8][38][39] Prior to the 2010 Census, Hopatcong had been part of the 5th Congressional District; the change was made by the New Jersey Redistricting Commission and took effect in January 2013, based on the results of the November 2012 general elections.[40]

For the 118th United States Congress, New Jersey's 11th congressional district is represented by Mikie Sherrill (D, Montclair).[41] New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker (Newark, term ends 2027)[42] and George Helmy (Mountain Lakes, term ends 2024).[43][44]

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).[45] Template:NJ Governor

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Politics

As of March 23, 2011, there were a total of 9,554 registered voters in Hopatcong, of whom 1,917 (20.1% vs. 16.5% countywide) were registered as Democrats, 3,242 (33.9% vs. 39.3%) were registered as Republicans and 4,383 (45.9% vs. 44.1%) were registered as Unaffiliated. There were 12 voters registered to other parties.[46] Among the borough's 2010 Census population, 63.1% (vs. 65.8% in Sussex County) were registered to vote, including 81.3% of those ages 18 and over (vs. 86.5% countywide).[46][47]

In the 2012 presidential election, Republican Mitt Romney received 3,285 votes (55.0% vs. 59.4% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 2,560 votes (42.9% vs. 38.2%) and other candidates with 117 votes (2.0% vs. 2.1%), among the 5,973 ballots cast by the borough's 9,652 registered voters, for a turnout of 61.9% (vs. 68.3% in Sussex County).[48] In the 2008 presidential election, Republican John McCain received 3,941 votes (54.7% vs. 59.2% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barack Obama with 3,096 votes (43.0% vs. 38.7%) and other candidates with 117 votes (1.6% vs. 1.5%), among the 7,199 ballots cast by the borough's 9,571 registered voters, for a turnout of 75.2% (vs. 76.9% in Sussex County).[49] In the 2004 presidential election, Republican George W. Bush received 4,003 votes (59.4% vs. 63.9% countywide), ahead of Democrat John Kerry with 2,616 votes (38.8% vs. 34.4%) and other candidates with 98 votes (1.5% vs. 1.3%), among the 6,739 ballots cast by the borough's 9,182 registered voters, for a turnout of 73.4% (vs. 77.7% in the whole county).[50]

In the 2009 gubernatorial election, Republican Chris Christie received 3,089 votes (63.2% vs. 63.3% countywide), ahead of Democrat Jon Corzine with 1,260 votes (25.8% vs. 25.7%), Independent Chris Daggett with 441 votes (9.0% vs. 9.1%) and other candidates with 72 votes (1.5% vs. 1.3%), among the 4,888 ballots cast by the borough's 9,454 registered voters, yielding a 51.7% turnout (vs. 52.3% in the county).[51]

Education

Students in public school for kindergarten through twelfth grade are served by the Hopatcong Public Schools. As of the 2011-12 school year, the district's five schools had an enrollment of 2,020 students and 153.8 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 13.13:1.[52] Schools in the district (with 2011-12 enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics[53]) are Hudson Maxim Elementary School[54] (282 students in KG-1), Tulsa Trail Elementary School[55] (279; 2-3), Durban Avenue Elementary School[56] (302; 4-5), Hopatcong Middle School[57] (483; 6-8) and Hopatcong High School[58] (674; 9-12).[59]

Transportation

As of May 2010, the borough had a total of 78.70 miles (126.66 km) of roadways, of which 65.33 miles (105.14 km) were maintained by the municipality and 13.37 miles (21.52 km) by Sussex County.[60]

Events

Hopatcong holds annual APBA Boat Races that attract the local residents to a day at the lake. Hopatcong is also known for its yearly "Hopatcong Days" that offer a weekend of events that include a parade, and an array of festivities in Modick Park, sponsored by the local Business Association and including an annual Soap Box Derby and Car Show.[61]

The Hopatcong Museum holds a variety of local historical artifacts.[citation needed]

Notable people

See also: Category:People from Hopatcong, New Jersey

People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Hopatcong include:

References

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  67. ^ Hoffman, Joe. "Former Hopatcong star Yovanovits used skill, work ethic to become an NFL draft pick", Daily Record (Morristown), May 3, 2003. Accessed October 3, 2011. "Dave Yovanovits was told to watch for his name to scroll across the bottom of the television screen during the second day of the NFL draft last Sunday. Temple was the only Division 1 school to offer him a scholarship after his senior season at Hopatcong."
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