Mahwah School Board Elects New President and Addresses Goals for 2024

Overview: In a recent reorganization meeting, the Mahwah School Board appointed Dr. Prema C. Moorthy as the new board president for the 2024 year. Alongside the presidential election, the board welcomed three new members—Richard A. DeSilva, Jr., Benjamin A. Kezmarsky, and Michael Galow—who took their oaths of office following their success in the November 7th, 2023 election. The meeting, which was open to the public and live-streamed, focused on establishing leadership, discussing strategic goals for the upcoming year, acknowledging exemplary performances, and addressing the issue of partisanship in board elections.

East Rutherford School Board Elects New President and Vice-President

Overview: In a notable development from the latest East Rutherford School Board meeting on January 3rd, 2024, Gina Lorusso was elected as the Board President, and Thomas Banca assumed the Vice-Presidency. The elections followed the swearing-in of board members Maria Caruso and Irena Mena, who won the annual school election with 644 and 702 votes respectively.

New Milford Borough Council Swears in Members and Outlines 2024 Committees

Overview: The New Milford Borough Council convened for a reorganization meeting, where they conducted the swearing-in of reelected Council members Ira Grotsky and Matthew Seymour for the year 2024. The Council also nominated and elected Hedy Grant as the new Council President, succeeding Randi Duffie. Key appointments to various committees and boards were announced, including the Arts Committee and Planning Board, with a focus on community service and development. The meeting also acknowledged the contributions of outgoing fire chief Rob O’Brien and welcomed incoming fire department officers.

Rochelle Park Town Council Debates Transparency and Appointments in Recent Meeting

Overview: The Rochelle Park Town Council recently convened to address a series of issues impacting the local community, with discussions largely centered on enhancing transparency, refining the meeting structure, and streamlining the appointment process for various municipal positions. High on the agenda were debates over the selection of professionals for government positions, the introduction of live streaming for council meetings, and the establishment of a more transparent appointment process for committee members.

Ramsey Borough Council Swears in Members and Sets Stage for 2024

Overview: In a recent telephonic meeting, the Ramsey Borough Council saw the reorganization of its members with the swearing-in of Councilwoman Judy Cusick and Councilman Michael Gutwetter. Mayor Deirdre A. Dillon presided over the session that included the adoption of bylaws, election of Council President Peter Kilman, and the confirmation of numerous appointments across various borough committees.