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- Bergen County
- 1/27/25
- 01/27/2025
- 184 Minutes
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Overview: At the recent Ridgewood School Board meeting, attention was given to a proposed funding arrangement for softball field lighting, sparking debate over budget priorities and transparency. The board approved a one-time payment of $80,000 for lighting enhancements at the softball field, securing priority facility access for the district’s teams for 20 years. However, this decision has led to questions about the allocation of funds and the board’s role in municipal projects.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 1/15/25
- 01/15/2025
- 63 Minutes
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Overview: The Ridgewood Council meeting was marked by discussions on the environmental risks associated with turf fields, with residents voicing concerns over health implications and urging the council to reconsider their stance. Additionally, the meeting addressed numerous community events and projects, including the Lunar New Year Festival, scholarship fundraising efforts, and updates on infrastructure and environmental initiatives.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 1/8/25
- 01/08/2025
- 147 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Ridgewood Village Council meeting, the community’s growing concern over the installation of artificial turf fields dominated discussions, with residents and council members weighing in on the environmental and health implications. The debate centered on the materials used in artificial turf and the potential risks associated with its installation at local parks, particularly the Shedler Field project. Alongside this, the council addressed topics such as affordable housing obligations, fiscal management, and infrastructure projects.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 1/6/25
- 01/06/2025
- 80 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Ridgewood Council meeting on January 6, 2025, was marked by the departure of long-serving Council Member Lorraine Reynolds, the swearing-in of new members, and discussions on local governance issues, including municipal election timing and community projects.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 1/6/25
- 01/06/2025
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Ridgewood School Board meeting was marked by discussions on the safety of turf fields and the complexities of the upcoming budget process. Public concerns about chemical contamination on school fields and the need for transparent budget practices were central themes.
