Bergen Vocational School Board Highlights Wellness Initiatives, Student Achievements, and Community Collaborations

Overview: At the recent Regular Public Meeting of the Bergen Vocational School Board, held on August 30, 2023, an array of district highlights were showcased, with special emphasis on the “Navigating Success Through Wellness” initiative and several significant student and district accolades.

County Board Approves Funds for Emergency Repairs at Bergen County Justice Center

Overview: In a recent convergence of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, a myriad of pressing issues and community proposals were brought to the fore, with the emergency condition at the Bergen County Justice Center emerging as the focal point of discussions.

Old Tappan Council Discusses New Tree Ordinance

Overview: In a bid to balance individual property rights and communal ecological health, the Old Tappan Borough Council delved into the details of a new tree ordinance in their recent meeting on September 18, 2023. The proposed legislation, which advocates for the preservation of trees in specific buffer zones around properties, garnered support, although it also sparked concerns over potential misuse and its necessity given past developmental trends in the borough.

Old Tappan Borough Council Weighs Aesthetic Versus Security in New Golf Course Fence

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Old Tappan Borough Council that spanned a broad range of local matters, the focal point became the type of fence to be erected at the end of Mavis Road on the local golf course, overshadowing other agenda items such as the inauguration of the Veterans Committee and the appointment of new law enforcement officers.

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.