Old Tappan Council Discusses New Tree Ordinance

Overview: In a bid to balance individual property rights and communal ecological health, the Old Tappan Borough Council delved into the details of a new tree ordinance in their recent meeting on September 18, 2023. The proposed legislation, which advocates for the preservation of trees in specific buffer zones around properties, garnered support, although it also sparked concerns over potential misuse and its necessity given past developmental trends in the borough.

New Wallington School Board Member Appointed

Overview: At the most recent Wallington Board of Education meeting, members delved deep into various operational aspects of the school district, from staffing appointments to facility projects and financial management. Of prime interest was the introduction and swearing in of the newly appointed board member, Joseph Brunacki IV.

Palisades Park Council Tackles Mold and Safety Issues in Police Building

Overview: The Palisades Park Borough Council convened to address mold remediation in the police department’s building, stemming from a recently received notification that demands a response within 15 days. The council discussed several strategies to tackle the problem, including potential displacement to temporary trailers and making structural alterations to the existing building.

Board Celebrates Staff Achievements; Tackles DEI and Infrastructure Concerns in Recent Meeting

Overview: In a meeting that swung between commendations and crucial community concerns, the Ridgewood School Board navigated a vast array of topics. Front and center were the Tradition of Excellence and Ashby Award recognitions, celebrating the dedicated service of staff members like Nadine Macalino, Dana Higgins, and Linda DiOrio. Amid commendations, serious discussions unfolded on pressing matters including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, structural upgrades supported by Regular Operating District (ROD) grants, and potential enhancements to the school’s arts and athletics programs.

Hackensack School Board Advances African American History Curriculum Amid Scheduling Crisis

Overview: In a recent Hackensack School Board meeting, board and community members convened to discuss the ongoing efforts to integrate African American history into the social studies curriculum, in line with a state mandate, and to address pressing scheduling issues at Hackensack Middle School.