Old Tappan Council Addresses High School Parking Woes

Overview: In a recent Old Tappan Borough Council meeting, one notable issue discussed was the high school’s parking situation, which has caused overflow onto public streets and raised community concerns. Delving into the matter, the council debated potential solutions, including limiting street parking during school hours and exploring alternative parking arrangements. The conversation underscored the importance of safety, particularly regarding emergency vehicle access, and the need for collaboration between the council and the school to address the challenges presented by the school’s back gate and its impact on local traffic.

Old Tappan Council Tackles Traffic, School Safety, and Community Upgrades

Overview: In a recent Old Tappan Borough Council meeting, discussions centered around community concerns including traffic congestion around local schools, the proposed introduction of new ordinances, and infrastructure improvements.

Old Tappan Council Honors “Buddy” Weedman for Service

Overview: In a recent Old Tappan Borough Council meeting, the community honored William “Buddy” Weedman for his exceptional service. The council and mayor presented Weedman with an award, recognizing his contributions to the borough. The meeting also became a forum for addressing issues affecting the town, including emergency services staffing, safety concerns at local schools, and infrastructure projects.

Old Tappan Borough Council Evaluates EMS Options Amidst Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council navigated discussions surrounding the provision of emergency medical services (EMS) within the borough, a topic of high community interest and concern. The council is considering various proposals, including those from Hackensack Hospital and Holy Name, which have offered varying levels of service and financial terms. The chief of the EMTs presented a case for the borough hiring its own EMTs, emphasizing the benefits of quick response times and the potential drawbacks of hospital-based ambulance services, such as additional costs to residents and restrictions on volunteer agencies.

Old Tappan Borough Council Deliberates on Affordable Housing, Tree Preservation, and Public Safety Enhancements

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council addressed a range of issues, with discussions on potential changes to the Council on Affordable Housing (COA) regulations, tree preservation ordinance amendments, and enhancements to emergency services coordination. The Council also discussed the reappointment of the Fire Marshall, the installation of lights at pickleball courts, and plans for the upcoming Town Day event.