- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/18/2024
- 46 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In its recent meeting, the River Edge Borough Council focused on a proposed veteran banner program designed to honor local veterans, particularly those who are combat veterans, by displaying banners throughout the borough. The program, spearheaded by a representative named Ray, aims to pay tribute to veterans who have served the community, with a specific plan to display the banners from May through November, aligning with Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 9/23/24
- 09/24/2024
- 58 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the River Edge Borough Council meeting on September 23, 2024, residents expressed concerns about flooding and property damage linked to recent construction and renovation projects in their area. These worries dominated the session, prompting the council to address both immediate and long-term strategies for mitigating such issues. The council also swore in a new volunteer firefighter and accepted the resignation of a Department of Public Works employee. Additionally, the council adopted an amendment to the borough’s regulations regarding animal waste disposal and discussed various zoning and planning laws.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 9/9/24
- 09/10/2024
- 34 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The River Edge Borough Council’s recent meeting covered a range of topics, from approving a substantial financial allocation for capital improvements to addressing public concerns about school taxes and police training protocols. The meeting, held at the River Edge Library and online, saw active participation from council members and residents alike.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/12/24
- 08/13/2024
- 41 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The River Edge Borough Council meeting on August 12, 2024, focused on addressing several community concerns, the most prominent being the debate over the permanent marking of pickleball courts and other recreational facilities’ management amidst increasing local interest.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/24/24
- 06/25/2024
- 55 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent River Edge Borough Council meeting, the most discussion centered on the sale of a $9 million Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) which is set to finance several borough projects. The Chief Financial Officer detailed the bond sale as a short-term financing measure, crucial for the improvement of borough hall, drainage, and road infrastructure. The competitive interest rate of around 4%, plus or minus 30 basis points, reflects River Edge’s strong financial standing, underscored by its double A plus rating. Council members commended the conservative fiscal policies that have contributed to this high credit rating.
