Rutherford Board Proposes Budget with Focus on Infrastructure and Staffing

Overview: The Rutherford School Board meeting centered around a discussion on the school district’s budget for the upcoming year, addressing significant allocations for facility maintenance, staffing needs, and technology upgrades. The meeting delved into a analysis of the preliminary budget presentation, which proposed a 2.6% increase in the general operating budget and a net tax increase of 2.4%. This budget aims to maintain current programs, review staffing requirements, and manage inflationary pressures.

Allendale Embraces Community Safety and Infrastructure Enhancement

Overview: In a recent Allendale Borough Council meeting, the community’s safety and infrastructure took center stage, with discussions on the employment of police officers for outside details, the return of motor vehicle services, and significant improvements to public spaces. The meeting began with an address to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and an acknowledgment of long-term residents Ted and Karen Clark, but swiftly moved onto matters of public interest and municipal operations.

Ridgewood Council Advances Veteran’s Field Lighting and Sidewalk Projects

Overview: At the recent Ridgewood Council meeting, substantial developments were made regarding the Veteran’s Field lighting upgrade and the implementation of new sidewalk projects. The meeting also addressed various concerns from Ridgewood residents, touching on topics like park pavilions, flood mitigation, and water infrastructure funding.

Oakland Borough Council Addresses Police and Fire Department Budgets

Overview: The Oakland Borough Council convened on March 6, 2024, to discuss the municipal budget, focusing on the police and fire departments’ operational needs, capital expenditures, and strategies for safety enhancement and personnel management. The fire department’s pursuit of accreditation and member retention also featured prominently, alongside discussions on equipment updates and support personnel hiring. The Department of Public Works (DPW) addressed road maintenance, stormwater management, and water system compliance, while considerations of leasing land for parking and maintaining public infrastructure within budget constraints were also debated.

Mahwah School Board Plans Budget with Focus on Communication and Community Engagement

Overview: The Mahwah School Board’s recent meeting centered on the adoption of the 2024-2025 budget, emphasizing the need for careful fiscal planning and enhanced communication strategies within the district. A significant part of the discussion involved the potential hiring of Laura Bishop Communications to improve district-wide communication and branding. The board also recognized various student and faculty achievements, discussed upcoming community events, and addressed the preliminary budget, which includes a modest tax levy increase and the reliance on one-time revenue sources.