Oakland’s Proposed Recycling Center Faces Opposition From Mayor and Community

Overview: The recent Oakland Borough Council meeting saw broad resistance to a proposed Class B Recycling Center in the area. This center, planned for 342 West Oakland Avenue, has become the focal point of various environmental, traffic, and community concerns. Mayor Linda H. Schwager expressed her firm stance against the facility, and residents raised numerous issues to question the project’s viability.

Teaneck School Board Introduces Students to Election Work

Overview: In a recent Teaneck School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Andre Spencer announced a new initiative to involve students as election workers in collaboration with town election clerk.

Closter Board of Education Approves Significant Infrastructure Upgrades

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Closter Board of Education unveiled the successful outcome of a Bond Referendum supporting infrastructural improvements in local schools. With 543 votes in favor and only 153 against, the community showcased a trust in the Board’s vision for the future of education in Closter.

East Rutherford Board Addresses New Threat Assessment Policy Amid Concerns

Overview: The recent East Rutherford School Board meeting highlighted a newly introduced School Threat Assessment Team in New Jersey, aimed at ensuring the safety and security of students and staff. The urgency and suddenness of the mandate left board members grappling with its proper implementation, even as they dealt with other pressing operational, infrastructural, and community-related issues.

New Milford Council Sets Sights on Attracting Film Industry

Overview: In a bid to position New Milford as a sought-after destination for the film industry, the Borough Council recently delved into the “Film Ready Community” initiative. This plan seeks to draw film productions from global hubs like Hollywood, New York, and Toronto to the borough, potentially boosting the local economy and raising the town’s profile.