Oakland Residents Decry “Eyesore” Sewage Plant

Overview: Residents gathered during a recent Oakland Borough Council meeting to express growing concerns over the mounting issues surrounding the local sewage plant’s unsightly appearance and potential safety hazards it poses in the Mountain Lakes Road neighborhood. The council also discussed progress on environmental initiatives and infrastructure developments in the Oakland area. Mayor Linda H. Schwager and council members including Steven Saliani, Eric Kulmala, John McCann, Pat Pignatelli, Kevin Slasinski, and Russell Talamini addressed the concerns raised during the various segments of the meeting.

Bogota School Board Grapples with Aging Air Conditioning Infrastructure, Celebrates Financial Wins

Overview: At the latest Bogota School Board meeting, the pressing matter of aging infrastructure and the sweltering heat students and staff have been grappling with took center stage, with potential solutions and financial concerns under scrutiny. Superintendent Damian Kennedy elucidated the situation in the local schools, shedding light on the significant funds necessary to implement much-needed air conditioning solutions. Meanwhile, board members also celebrated recent grants and financial accolades.

Rutherford Residents and Council Collaborate to Address FAA Noise Policy

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.

Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Honors Late Steve Paulino with Scholarship

Overview: In a Bergen Community College Board of Trustees meeting held on September 6, 2023, members united in mourning and honoring the life and legacy of the late Steve Paulino, a former board member who served from November 2019 until his passing earlier this year. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions on new collaborations, celebrated student achievements, and steered the course for institutional accreditation.

Emerson Council Greenlights Late-Night Filming, Eyes License Plate Readers

Overview: In a regularly scheduled meeting on September 5th, the Emerson Borough Council, led by Mayor Danielle DiPaola, tackled an array of issues ranging from local proclamations to advanced technology for law enforcement. The council notably approved late-night filming permissions in the borough and discussed the potential implementation of Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) as a crime-fighting tool.