Old Tappan Council Honors “Buddy” Weedman for Service

Overview: In a recent Old Tappan Borough Council meeting, the community honored William “Buddy” Weedman for his exceptional service. The council and mayor presented Weedman with an award, recognizing his contributions to the borough. The meeting also became a forum for addressing issues affecting the town, including emergency services staffing, safety concerns at local schools, and infrastructure projects.

Little Ferry School Board Plans Upgrades and Expansion

Overview: The Little Ferry School Board has laid out a plan for district-wide improvements, including a significant middle school expansion, the introduction of new technology programs, and enhancement of facilities through several capital projects. Notably, the board has approved vendor contracts for these projects, ensuring that necessary upgrades such as roof and HVAC repairs, security enhancements, and kitchen equipment updates are set in motion.

Tenafly Council Tackles Municipal Court and Police Department Budgets

Overview: The Tenafly Borough Council meeting addressed concerns regarding the Municipal Court’s operations and budget, as well as discussions on the police department’s staffing, vehicle needs, and the implementation of traffic calming measures. The council delved into the Municipal Court’s requested operational budget for the upcoming year, set at $1,465,000, and the net cost of court operations estimated at roughly $50,000. There were debates about the enforcement of fines, the potential for increased revenue, and the Judiciary’s policy on issuing bench warrants for failure to pay, which impacts revenue collection.

East Rutherford School Board Receives State Funds for Campus Improvements

Overview: The East Rutherford School Board meeting focused on the implementation of various improvements across district facilities, fueled by a significant state grant. The Board discussed plans to utilize over $166,000 received from the New Jersey Department of Education’s Emerging and Capital Maintenance Needs Grant. The grant, which comes at no cost to the district, is earmarked for the purchase of a storage shed and the installation of security cameras at strategic locations.

Teaneck Council Faces Budget Challenges, Proposes Tax Increase

Overview: In a recent Teaneck Town Council meeting, emphasis was placed on the town’s financial planning and management, as the council grappled with the proposed 2024 Municipal budget featuring a tax increase of 6.99%. The increase, arrived at after tough decisions to reduce the operating budget, is a response to increased costs beyond the town’s control and a one-time reduction in revenues. The meeting also highlighted the town manager’s commendation for the exceptional service provided to residents and the acknowledgment of difficult decisions made in budget preparation.