Morris Leader

Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi has announced the winners of the 2025 Morris County Manual Cover Contest. The awards were presented to the top three finalists during a reception at the Clerk’s Office conference room in Morristown.

“This is one of my favorite duties as the Morris County Clerk. Although I shouldn’t be surprised, because I know the capabilities of our students, their ingenuity and creativity continue to amaze me each year. It’s a tribute to the dedication and support of their teachers and families who have brought them here to accept their awards,” said Clerk Grossi.

The contest invites high school students from across Morris County to design the cover for the county manual, which is a guide containing contact information for officials at various government levels, as well as boards and commissions. This year, judges selected three designs from 106 submissions.

The winners received certificates of recognition and scholarship awards. Their artwork will also be featured on the manual's back cover and displayed at the County Clerk’s Office throughout the year.

Judges for this year's contest included Lillian Simms from the Morris County Clerk’s Office; Lisa Brett, Assistant to Mount Olive Mayor Joe Nicastro; and Stephanie Kaulfers, Legislative Aide to State Assemblyman Christian Barranco. The ceremony was attended by finalists, parents, teachers, and public officials such as Morris County Administrator Deena Leary and Denville Mayor Thomas W. Andes.

First published in 1906, the Morris County Manual is a comprehensive guide that includes information about government contacts within Morris County’s municipalities along with congressional districts details and an election timetable for 2025. The latest edition will soon be available online at morriscountyclerk.org.