Saddle River Council Advances Community Bridge Project Amid Public Scrutiny

Overview: In a recent virtual meeting of the Saddle River Borough Council, members convened to discuss and advance a notable community bridge project, addressing public concerns regarding its budget and accessibility. The meeting, led by Mayor Albert J. Kurpis, saw the presence of Council Members John Azzariti, Duncan Carpenter, Jeff Liva, and Ravi Sachdev, with David Hekemian and Christopher DiGirolamo absent.

Northern Highlands Board of Education Appoints New Trustee and Approves Key Education Items

Overview: In a session of the Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education on September 5, the board appointed Suzanne Warzala to fill the vacant Allendale position on the Board of Education until December 31, 2024. Additionally, the board approved a slate of action items impacting the district’s educational direction, including affirming reports on bullying and student suspension, and greenlighting new student clubs for the academic year.

Emerson School Board Welcomes “Outstanding Class” of New Teachers Amid Facility Upgrades and Storm Recovery

Overview: The Emerson School Board recently convened to welcome a batch of new teachers, discuss ongoing facility upgrades, and review the response to the recent storm event that affected the area. The meeting saw the introduction of new recruits including Amanda Balitz, a special education teacher and Emerson High School alumna, and Allison Beckley, who will be nurturing musical talents across Memorial and Villano schools.

Fire Department Seeks Increased Clothing Allowance Amid Budget Underutilization

Overview: In a recent Washington Town Council meeting, a significant portion of the discussion centered on the fire department’s request for an increase in the clothing allowance for several high-ranking positions, including the chief, deputy chief, and battalion chief. Battalion Chief Frank Aiello spearheaded the presentation, emphasizing the department’s history of budget underspend and the need to align the allowances with those of neighboring towns.

Mahwah Town Council Discusses Infrastructure Updates and Traffic Safety

Overview: In the recent Mahwah Town Council meeting, infrastructural concerns and updates primarily dominated the discussion, ranging from public utilities and road conditions to traffic safety measures. Various ongoing projects were analyzed, including potential measures to enhance traffic management at troublesome spots like Darlington Park and Ridge Road, where a traffic light installation emerged as a favorable solution. The resident-induced noise complaint due to a firehouse siren reactivation and the prospective use of Zoom for future meetings were among the other critical discussion points.