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- Bergen County
- 3/4/24
- 03/04/2024
- 200 Minutes
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Overview: The Ridgewood School Board meeting focused on the issue of athletic field conditions, a debate on bylaw amendments regarding legal counsel access for board members, and discussions on leadership rotation. These topics took precedence over routine procedures, with community engagement and diverse opinions marking the discussions.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/28/24
- 02/28/2024
- 170 Minutes
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- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ridgewood Council tackled a range of issues, with focus on community infrastructure concerns, particularly the lead service line replacement plan and water infrastructure projects. The comprehensive plan, a state-mandated requirement, involves a $39 million project to replace over 2,000 lead service lines within the community. The council discussed the details of the plan, including the financing structure and property owner options, with a focus on low-interest loans and a special assessment ordinance that would add a tax onto property owners’ real estate taxes. The gravity of the flooding issue was also a major topic, with the council discussing a 20-point plan for reducing flooding and improving stormwater management, highlighting the complexity and urgency of the problem.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/26/24
- 02/26/2024
- 110 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Ridgewood Council was marked by in-depth discussions and debates over capital projects, including the construction of a new Pavilion at Habernickel Park and the installation of lighting at Veterans Field, and the allocation of funds for emergency services.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/21/24
- 02/21/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Ridgewood Village Council special public budget meeting focused on key infrastructure improvements and public safety enhancements, with notable discussions on the installation of a sidewalk on Clinton Avenue, restructuring of emergency services, sanitation and recycling budgets, and significant water rate increases due to infrastructure needs. The council addressed residents’ safety concerns, emergency management’s restructured services, and the water utility’s budget and rate hikes, outlining the strategic planning for the village’s future needs.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/14/24
- 02/14/2024
- 54 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ridgewood City Council adopted a series of ordinances and resolutions that will shape the future of the village. Among the most significant actions taken was the unanimous approval of Ordinance 3986, which establishes an anti-nepotism policy, aimed at bolstering transparency within the local government. The Council also addressed community concerns about flooding, approved a bond ordinance for a new garbage truck, and provided updates on local events and programs.
