Saddle Brook Council Swears in New Members, Plans Infrastructure and Community Projects for 2025

Overview: The Saddle Brook Township Council held its annual reorganization meeting where new council members were sworn in, and they outlined upcoming infrastructure, safety, and community enhancement projects for 2025. The council also elected a new Council President and discussed the challenges and accomplishments from the past year.

Wyckoff Township Elects New Leadership and Prepares for Community Initiatives in 2025

Overview: The Wyckoff Township Committee held its 2025 reorganization meeting, where Rudy Boonstra was unanimously elected as the new Township Committee Chairman. The meeting also highlighted initiatives for the year, such as compliance with affordable housing requirements, infrastructure upgrades, and preparations for a major centennial celebration in 2026.

Oakland Borough Council Approves New McDonald’s and Discusses Construction, Police Force, and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Oakland Borough Council approved plans for a new McDonald’s in the town and addressed several other topics, including construction requests, police department leadership, and community engagement initiatives.

Rutherford Borough Council Faces Strong Community Reaction Over Local Cannabis and Tattoo Shops

Overview: At the recent Rutherford Borough Council meeting, discussions centered around the community’s concerns about the opening of a cannabis shop, Legal Leaf, and the establishment of a tattoo parlor, Arcana Tattoo. Residents expressed their disapproval of the cannabis shop’s offerings and marketing strategies, while the council debated the implications of allowing tattoo businesses in the borough. Additionally, the council addressed procedural changes for ordinances to enhance transparency and acknowledged the service of outgoing council member Maria Begg-Roberson.

Little Ferry School Board Directs Employee for Health Examination Amid Ongoing Projects

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board meeting on December 19, 2024, was marked by significant actions, including directing an employee to undergo a health examination and ongoing discussions about administrative contracts and school expansion projects. Additionally, the meeting included a farewell to a long-serving board member.