The Mayor’s announcement of being doxed was a focus of the meeting, where he shared that the incident involved the exposure of his face, address, and phone numbers online. This breach led to numerous hateful slurs and threats, including a video ending with gunshots and followed by multiple death threats. The Mayor expressed his gratitude toward the Livingston Police Department for their ongoing protection and thanked the community for their support during this difficult time. He underscored the gravity of the situation and conveyed appreciation for the solidarity shown by the council, town hall staff, and residents, particularly during the Thanksgiving season.

A issue also addressed at the meeting was the ongoing noise disturbance caused by a local car wash. Resident Anthony Armando voiced his frustration over the lack of resolution, questioning the qualifications of those who conducted noise measurements and describing the documentation as inadequate. He demanded clear answers about the car wash’s compliance with noise regulations. The council acknowledged these complaints and outlined plans to temporarily shut down the vacuum component of the car wash until compliance measures were ensured. The town manager noted the involvement of an acoustical engineer to design an enclosure for the noise, although the timeline for its implementation was longer than expected.

Joyce Armando echoed her husband’s sentiments, expressing anger and disbelief in the accuracy of previous noise measurements. She urged council members to experience the noise firsthand and suggested the possibility of legal action if the issue remained unresolved. The council empathized with the residents and recognized the need for better communication regarding regulatory compliance and enforcement.

The public comment section saw further tensions as Jean Stole expressed dissatisfaction with the council’s inaction on her request for an ordinance regulating demonstrations to manage traffic disruptions. A council member explained that such regulations would likely be unconstitutional, referencing a similar situation in West Caldwell where the ACLU intervened. Stole’s concerns were acknowledged, but it was reiterated that existing regulations and coordination with the police department were deemed sufficient.

Emotions ran high when Dana Lam Reese addressed the council, criticizing their perceived lack of responsiveness to domestic violence issues. Reese emphasized the importance of supporting victims and accused the council of being out of touch with the realities faced by residents. The exchange grew tense as Reese challenged the council’s leadership, compelling them to take a stand on community issues.

The meeting also included commendations for the Livingston Police Department’s handling of a recent anti-Semitic protest that resulted in arrests and injuries. The council expressed gratitude for the police’s professionalism and commitment to maintaining public safety during the incident.

Amidst these serious discussions, the meeting celebrated the achievements of the Livingston High School girls’ soccer team, who recently won the state championship. The victory, achieved after a double-overtime match and penalty kicks, was hailed as a historic milestone for the team and the community. Plans to honor the players were mentioned.

Other topics discussed included an upcoming open space assessment at town hall, an initiative to raise flags honoring local veterans, and a food collection drive that gathered over 200 turkeys for donation.