Council Approves Series of Resolutions and Addresses Community Concerns

Overview: In a meeting held on August 9, the Northvale Borough Council, headed by Mayor Joseph McGuire, made strides in a range of civic matters, covering infrastructural developments, financial allocations, and acknowledging local stalwarts.

Board of Adjustment Grants Approval for Multiple Site Plans

Overview: During the Fort Lee Board of Adjustment meeting held on August 22, 2023, several site plans were discussed and approved, with much attention on details regarding building specifications and adherence to the local zoning codes. Notably, discussions on site plans were fruitful, with agreements reached on adjustments and improvements to be undertaken in various proposals, including green space incorporation and drainage system installations. The meeting was spearheaded by Chairman Douglas Sugarman, with council members including Harry Liapes, Dennis M. Conway, Howard Joh, Sebastian J. Tropea, Luis Pacheco, Joseph Luppino, and Eun Ju Hong present, along with Board Attorney Joseph Marinello and other staff members. John Nitti was absent.

Edgewater Borough Council Approves Significant Infrastructure Bonds

Overview: At a recent meeting overseen by Mayor Michael J. McPartland at the Nancy Merse Council Chambers, the Edgewater Borough Council initiated substantial financial allocations for infrastructure improvements via bonds and notes.

Franklin Lakes Board Seeks Additional School Police Officers

Overview: In a recent Franklin Lakes Board of Education meeting on September 12, discussions on school security, special services, and future strategic initiatives dominated the session as board members and Superintendent Gregorio Maceri put together a roadmap for coming months.

River Edge Board Grants Variance for Darkstar Development Rooftop, Limit Set to 40

Overview: In a recent virtual meeting conducted via Zoom by the Municipal Land Use Board of the Borough of River Edge, notable resolutions were passed concerning local development projects, with the most significant focusing on a rooftop terrace occupancy agreement for Darkstar Development LLC. The meeting saw a series of decisions aimed at ironing out details on past resolutions, with adjustments based on recent clarifications and negotiations. Notable council members in attendance were Chris Caslin, Richard Merhman, Bruce Feffer, James Arakelian, and Gary Esposito.