Passaic County Advances Labor and Food Security Initiatives Amid Community Celebrations

Overview: The Passaic County Board of Commissioners held a meeting focused on advancing significant labor policies and addressing food insecurity, while also celebrating local achievements in education and sports. Public hearings on a project labor agreement and responsible contractor policy were central to the meeting, alongside initiatives for Hunger Awareness Month and recognitions of local baseball and academic accomplishments.

Little Falls Recognizes Dedication and Addresses Town Water Concerns

Overview: In a recent Little Falls Town Council meeting, officials addressed and updated the public on several issues affecting the township. Most notably, they discussed the water quality concerns raised by residents, the delay in the activation of a central town light, and plans for additional streetscape work slated for the summer. The meeting also included moments of commendation, as the Township Administrator was honored for a decade of service, and recognition was extended to a student-athlete and a police department member for their achievements and dedication.

Passaic County Advances Key Urban Redevelopment and Parks Expansion

Overview: The Passaic County Board of Commissioners met recently to deliberate on a range of significant urban development initiatives and oversee progress on community-enhancing projects. The session’s focal points included discussions on the relinquishment of reverter rights on properties earmarked for residential development, a $12 million project for a new park—marking the first in the county since the 1970s—and the Main Avenue Redevelopment plan, alongside addressing public safety concerns on Mount Prospect Avenue.

Little Falls Planning Board Reviews Residential Expansion Plans and Discusses Transit Zone Variances

Overview: In the Little Falls Planning Board meeting on June 6, 2024, the board primarily addressed two issues: the approval of a residential expansion and the discussion of variances in the Transit Village Central Business District (TVCBD).

Little Falls Planning Board Advances Residential Expansion, Delays Development

Overview: At the recent Little Falls Planning Board meeting, a residential expansion project by a homeowner identified as Mr. Arad received the Board’s approval, while a development application by JSL Properties was deferred. The Board approved Mr. Arad’s variance requests for his property, allowing him to expand his house, add a garage, and connect an above-ground pool with a deck. JSL Properties’ application for a substantial development, which included eight variances and a use variance that conflicted with the Transit Village Business District’s regulations, was postponed to allow the applicant to review professional reports and possibly revise the proposal.