Englewood City Council Addresses Controversial Affordable Housing Initiatives

Overview: In an engaging city council meeting in Englewood, a sweeping array of issues was debated, with significant attention given to affordable housing, funding allocations, and a rising tide of concerns about police conduct. The meeting underscored the city’s ongoing struggle with gentrification, mounting housing costs, and systemic issues within local law enforcement.

Planning Board Greenlights Dwelling Proposals, Suspends Decision on Auto Body Shop Redevelopment

Overview: In a recent Fort Lee Planning Board meeting, several significant property development proposals ignited intense discussions among board members and the public. These include an amended building height proposal by Hemant & Sangita Prajapati, a two-unit dwelling proposal by 1 Casper Lane, LLC, and a new three-unit dwelling project by Rock Solid Built, LLC. The contentious meeting also revisited an earlier discussion regarding an application for a use variance by Y&K Realty Inc. & ZYST, LLC for a local auto body shop’s redevelopment.

Council Champions Pickleball Amidst Talks of Traffic, Fiscal Concerns, and LGBTQ+ Rights

Overview: In a recent marathon meeting, the Tenafly City Council members grappled with various topics of local concern. The night was dominated by discussions on pickleball, traffic woes, fiscal worries, LGBTQ+ Pride Day, and more.

Haworth Council Greenlights Budget Increase and Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: In a crucial meeting held on June 13, 2023, the Haworth Borough Council made significant strides, passing key budgetary and infrastructural decisions while renewing several licenses. Headlining the meeting was the unanimous approval of Ordinance No. 23-10-2023 CAP Ordinance, allowing a 3.5% increase in the municipality’s annual budget, an uptick beyond the set local government cap.

Oradell Borough Council Swears In New Police Officer, Discusses Farmers Market Vendors

Overview: At its June 13th meeting, the Oradell Borough Council swore in a new police officer, celebrated local youth sports achievements, discussed strategic investments, and addressed residents’ concerns over local safety and commercial zoning regulations.