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- Bergen County
- 9/25/23
- 67 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Rutherford Borough Council, a $5 million State Grant was announced, earmarked for the renovation of Memorial Field, sparking debates on community priorities and equity. The meeting, held at the new police headquarters on 18 Donaldson Ave, saw the participation of council members, assemblymen, senators, and residents, including young advocate Lauren Mullehy, who has been championing gender equity in sports facilities.
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- Bergen County
- 9/11/23
- 35 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Rutherford Borough Council, the hot button issue of noise disturbances due to frequent airplane overflights took center stage, bringing residents and council members together in a united front. This concern, voiced strongly by resident Lois De Tomaso, comes amidst the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) open public comment period on its noise measurement policy, which many argue fails to depict the true nature of the noise experience.
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- Bergen County
- 8/28/23
- 50 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Rutherford Borough Council meeting, numerous matters of community importance came to light, including the proclamation of August 31st, 2023, as International Overdose Awareness Day. The proclamation addressed the escalating public health threat of drug overdoses, highlighting a commitment to remember those lost to this crisis and fostering hope for recovery. Mayor Frank Nunziato expressed gratitude for the opportunity to read the proclamation, emphasizing community unity and remembrance for those affected. Residents of Rutherford have been encouraged to don purple on this day, the color symbolic of the recovery movement.
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- Bergen County
- 8/7/23
- 52 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Rutherford Borough Council meeting, the potential future of cannabis was the primary focus of discussion. Councilman Matthew Coakley introduced a motion for a non-referendum question about class five cannabis licenses for retail purposes.
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- Bergen County
- 6/20/23
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Overview: In a recent meeting held on June 20, 2023, the East Rutherford Borough Council passed several significant resolutions and ordinances, among which the establishment of a Cannabis Transfer and User Tax and adjustments to the Affordable Housing Overlay Zone emerged as key highlights. Attended by Mayor Lahullier, Council Members Ravettine, Cronk, Alvarez, Lorusso, and DeRosa, as well as Borough Clerk Danielle Lorenc and Attorney Gerald Salerno, the meeting saw the unanimous approval of all agenda items without contention or debate.
