Ridgewood Council Addresses Saddle River Flooding and Sanitation Truck Shortage

Overview: In a recent Ridgewood Village Council meeting, community concerns were addressed, with the flooding along the Saddle River being the most significant issue. Residents voiced their distress regarding the increasing frequency of floods, prompting Mayor Paul Vagianos to detail the municipality’s engagement with federal and state agencies to seek long-term solutions. In addition to flooding, the council discussed the need for new sanitation trucks and deliberated on parking regulations and outsourcing janitorial services for municipal buildings.

Ridgewood Council Grapples with Safety Concerns, Historic Preservation, and Infrastructure Investments

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Ridgewood City Council, a series of issues were deliberated including, the proposal for a new municipal historian, concerns over the deteriorating condition of the Heracle Park barn, a proposed phase 2 archaeological study at the Shedler property, and various contract awards for community infrastructure. The council also addressed a recent dog attack incident and considered applications for grants to support local services.

Heritage Tree Controversy, Local Safety Concerns, and Potential Brewpubs Discussed at Ridgewood Council Meeting

Overview: The recent Ridgewood Council meeting was marked by contentious discussion over the revocation of a local tree’s Heritage status, concerns about pedestrian safety and traffic issues, and the prospective introduction of microbreweries and brewpubs in the downtown area. The meeting also addressed various other community matters, including the approval of contracts for public services and potential collaborations for grant applications.

Ridgewood Council Debates Balance Between Decorum and Open Dialogue at Public Meetings

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ridgewood Council discussed updating regulations to maintain decorum during public sessions while preserving citizens’ legal rights to voice their opinions. The focal point of the debate centered on how extensively a legally permissible ordinance could stretch and the council’s objective in amending it.

Ridgewood Council Addresses Water Quality and Well Developments

Overview: In a recent Ridgewood Council meeting, the focus was on Public Law 2023 c116, water quality, and developments concerning the “Lywood” well. Amid concerns of PFAS contaminants and land use for drinking water wells, the Council reported taking proactive steps to tackle the water-related issues.