Pompton Lakes Residents Demand Action on Traffic Safety and Infrastructure Concerns

Overview: The recent Pompton Lakes Borough Council meeting saw several issues raised by residents, with traffic safety and infrastructure taking center stage. Citizens voiced their concerns about hazardous road conditions, speeding, and the need for improved enforcement of traffic laws, urging the council to prioritize these matters to ensure community safety.

Haledon School Board Faces Challenges with Quorum and Staffing Needs

Overview: The recent Haledon School Board meeting encountered significant hurdles due to the absence of a quorum, preventing the board from voting on critical agenda items, including filling board vacancies and addressing urgent staffing needs in the special education department. The meeting also highlighted the community’s dedication and the board’s ongoing efforts to improve school operations and student outcomes.

Hawthorne School Board Unveils New Programs and Goals Amid Budget and Curriculum Revisions

Overview: The recent meeting of the Hawthorne School Board was marked by the unveiling of ambitious educational initiatives for the 2025-2026 school year, focusing on expanding dual enrollment opportunities and introducing new curricular pathways. The board also addressed budgetary matters, recognizing long-serving staff members and discussing various community events and fundraising efforts.

Pompton Lakes Zoning Board Deliberates on Pool Placement and Community Projects

Overview: During the September 23, 2025, meeting of the Pompton Lakes Zoning Board of Adjustments, extensive deliberations revolved around an application for a semi-inground pool on Skyler Avenue, presented by resident Eric Richardson. The board also touched on various community projects, including upgrades at Willow Field and Hersville Park.

Pompton Lakes Mayor Insists on Restaurant in Meridia Project Amid Redevelopment Talks

Overview: During the latest Pompton Lakes Redevelopment Agency meeting, discussions were dominated by ongoing development projects, with Mayor Michael Serra asserting the need for a restaurant in the Meridia project per the original agreement. The meeting also covered substantial plans for renovations along Hamburg Turnpike and concerns about local infrastructure impacting future developments.