Franklin Lakes Debates Bandshell, Police Chief Absence, and Playground Woes

Overview: In a recent Franklin Lakes Borough Council meeting, community concerns and debates unfolded, with the proposed construction of a bandshell at Parsons Pond Park taking center stage. The meeting, presided over by Mayor Charles J.X. Kahwaty, saw residents voicing their apprehensions about various issues, ranging from the state of the local playground to changes in traffic patterns and the prolonged absence of a police chief.

Westwood Borough Council Approves Eagle Scout Project and Adopts Ordinances

Overview: The Westwood Borough Council convened on September 5, 2023, for a regular meeting at 101 Washington Avenue, Westwood, New Jersey. The meeting, called to order by Mayor Raymond Arroyo, saw the presence of council members Robert Bicocchi, Erin Collins, Anthony Greco, Cheryl Hodges, and Christopher Montana, with Beth Dell absent.

Haworth Borough Council Advances Infrastructure Improvements and Creates Borough Historian Role

Overview: At a recent Haworth Borough Council meeting, presided over by Council President Glenn Poosikian in Mayor Heather Wasser’s absence, the council made decisions on infrastructure developments, public safety, and community engagement initiatives. The council approved a range of ordinances facilitating public improvements, including large-scale appropriations for various sectors through Ordinance 23-15 and the creation of a Borough Historian position to foster historical preservation and education in Haworth.

Waldwick Borough Council Addresses Community Concerns and Celebrates Local Initiatives

Overview: In the recent Waldwick Borough Council meeting presided over by Mayor Tom Giordano, public health concerns and community projects took center stage. The Council set September as a month to raise awareness on crucial issues, including childhood and ovarian cancer, hunger, and suicide prevention, highlighting the essential role of community participation in tackling these issues.

Council Greenlights Controversial Bandstand Amid Safety and Infrastructure Debates

Overview: In a session characterized by debate and a decisive tie-breaking vote by Mayor Charles J.X. Kahwaty, the Franklin Lakes Borough Council moved forward on a series of issues, including the approval of a much-debated bandstand and changes to the borough’s infrastructure to enhance pedestrian safety.