- NJ
- Essex County
- 8/19/24
- 08/20/2024
- 20 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council convened recently to address several issues, including the approval of a new tree ordinance and the allocation of funds for public safety improvements. The most topics were the introduction of an ordinance regulating tree removal on private property and measures to enhance school zone safety.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 6/24/24
- 06/26/2024
- 18 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Glen Ridge Borough Council approved several resolutions focused on municipal upgrades and community events. The council green-lighted a infrastructure project for Mayes Avenue, Hamilton Road, and Spencer Avenue, with an estimated grant application of $600,000. Furthermore, they authorized the replacement and installation of 2,369 residential water meters, a critical move to modernize the borough’s water meter system.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 6/10/24
- 06/11/2024
- 32 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting addressed community concerns, including the enhancement of traffic safety measures and the introduction of new housing ordinances. The council approved an ordinance related to pool utility capital improvement funds and discussed financing for issuing improvement bonds. Traffic-related issues took center stage with the council debating the placement of stop signs and measures to increase driver awareness. Liquor license renewals for local establishments were approved. Additionally, housing ordinances were introduced, including one that established lead-based paint inspection requirements for rental properties and another that prohibited short-term rentals of less than 30 days.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/28/24
- 05/29/2024
- 56 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting addressed community concerns including traffic safety near the high school, gun violence awareness, and honored a longtime public works employee for his three decades of service. The council also tackled key resolutions and ordinances affecting the local governance and community activities.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/13/24
- 05/14/2024
- 43 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting, the primary focus was on the budget for the upcoming year, which included the adoption of the 2024 Municipal budget by title and the approval of a resolution to amend the 2024 capital budget. The budget presentation, which drew discussion, delineated the various financial components that the borough will navigate, including salary and personnel costs, general liability insurance, and the pressures of inflation. An important addition to the police force was noted, with the budget accounting for a new uniformed officer to join the department.