Washington Township Confronts Ambulance Delays and Financial Transparency Amid Staffing Challenges

Overview: The Washington Township Council meeting on December 15, 2025, was dominated by issues concerning emergency response times, financial transparency concerning public works expenditures, and staffing challenges within the township’s departments. Discussions underscored the need for improved communication and resource allocation to enhance community services and accountability.

Washington Town Council Faces Community Backlash Over DPW Storage Plans at Bethany Community Center

Overview: The Washington (Bergen) Town Council meeting was dominated by discussions surrounding the Department of Public Works (DPW) plans to temporarily store equipment at the Bethany Community Center on Woodfield Road. Residents expressed concerns about safety, environmental impacts, and the process by which the council had reached its decision. The council also addressed issues related to funding and grants for various community projects, but the DPW storage plans remained the focal point.

Washington Township Council Approves Key Property Modifications Amidst Coverage and Garage Debates

Overview: The Washington Township Town Council meeting on November 18, 2025, centered around discussions on property modifications, stormwater management, and compliance with zoning regulations. The council approved two notable property applications, addressing concerns over impervious coverage and a debate on maintaining two-car garages.

Washington (Bergen) Town Council Meeting: Residents Demand Action After Ambulance Delay and Question Bethany Lease

Overview: In a charged meeting of the Washington Township Council on November 17, 2025, residents voiced urgent concerns over a 34-minute ambulance response time for an unconscious child and scrutinized a lease agreement with Bethany Church for vehicle storage, citing safety and environmental implications.

Washington (Bergen) Town Council Faces Community Concerns Over Temporary DPW Site at Bethany

Overview: The Washington Town Council meeting was dominated by discussions about the temporary relocation of the Department of Public Works (DPW) to a site on Woodfield Road, sparking community backlash. Residents voiced concerns over safety, transparency, and the decision-making process, fearing that the temporary arrangement could become permanent and impact their neighborhood adversely.