Rochelle Park Secures $1 Million Funding for Pump Station Amid Flood Mitigation Efforts

Overview: The Rochelle Park Town Council meeting on September 24, 2025, centered on the town’s successful acquisition of $1 million in funding for a new pump station, a project expected to cost over $4 million. This funding, secured through the efforts of Assemblywoman Lisa Swain and Assemblyman Chris Tully, was an achievement following the withdrawal of FEMA money.

Hackensack School Board Implements New Cell Phone Policy to Enhance Focus and Engagement

Overview: At the recent Hackensack School Board meeting, the implementation of a new cell phone policy at Hackensack High School was a major focus. The policy mandates that students place their cell phones in a numbered wall-mounted pocket holder upon entering the classroom. This initiative aims to minimize distractions and foster a more focused learning environment, receiving positive feedback from both students and teachers.

Ramsey Borough Council Addresses Affordable Housing and Environmental Challenges

Overview: The Ramsey Borough Council, under the leadership of Mayor Deirdre A. Dillon, convened on September 24, 2025, to discuss a variety of pressing community issues. Key topics included steps to meet affordable housing obligations, environmental concerns related to water quality, and capital improvements for local infrastructure.

Cliffside Park School Board Discusses Energy Savings and Life Skills Curriculum at Latest Meeting

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting focused on developments, including a new energy-saving contract expected to reduce costs by tens of thousands annually and the finalization of a life skills curriculum for students with disabilities. Other topics included adjustments to the academic calendar, upcoming student trips, and a series of resolutions related to the district’s budget and infrastructure projects.

Waldwick Borough Council Approves Key Residential Variances in Latest Meeting

Overview: In the latest Waldwick Borough Council meeting, several residential variance applications were approved, allowing homeowners to make significant modifications to their properties. The meeting focused on three major applications, each involving the expansion or modification of existing structures on undersized or nonconforming lots, with the council approving all applications presented.