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- Bergen County
- 2/29/24
- 03/01/2024
- 29 Minutes
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Overview: In a notable move, the River Edge Borough Council approved special emergency financing for a new mapping system mandated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This authorization, which took place during a special virtual meeting on February 29, 2024, allows the council to distribute the cost of the required compliance over a span of five years.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/28/24
- 02/29/2024
- 122 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent session, River Edge Land Use Board has put forth a recommendation that the proposed cannabis retail establishment ordinance is consistent with the master plan. This recommendation follows a review and discussion of the ordinance, which focuses on the establishment of a cannabis overlay zone, licensing, and taxation of cannabis retail sales near the Liberty Travel location. Additionally, the board tackled various applications concerning property improvements, with a particular focus on the approval of a pool installation that raised questions about lot coverage and drainage implications in the borough.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/28/24
- 02/28/2024
- 40 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent River Edge School Board meeting, the most notable announcement was the appointment of Dr. Matthew J. Murphy as the interim superintendent of schools for the River Edge School District. This decision marked a notable change in leadership and Dr. Murphy addressed the board and community members, ensuring his dedication to the role by stating, “I pledge to you that I will work my hardest to earn the respect that you deserve from your superintendent.”
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/26/24
- 02/27/2024
- 48 Minutes
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Overview: In the latest River Edge Borough Council meeting, members focused on refining cannabis establishment regulations and discussed the constitutional implications of authorizing a religious display on municipal property. The meeting delved into detailed amendments of three cannabis-related ordinances and touched upon the legal complexities of displaying a crescent and moon to celebrate Ramadan on municipal grounds, ultimately advising against it to avoid potential First Amendment issues.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/15/24
- 02/17/2024
- 98 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent River Edge Borough Council meeting, several decisions were made regarding community honors, park improvements, and updates to the cannabis ordinance. The council approved a memorial plaque for Air Force veteran Elliot Gof and discussed extensive improvements to KGB park, including the potential addition of pickleball courts. Furthermore, the meeting addressed amendments to the cannabis overlay zone ordinance, focusing on security requirements and operational aspects of cannabis establishments.
