River Edge Borough Council Commences 2024 with Elections, Appointments, and Honors

Overview: The River Edge Borough Council meeting on January 5th, 2024, commenced with the re-election of council members Michelle Kaufman and Dario Chinigo, and the election of David Glass as a new councilman. The council also addressed personnel changes, including a police promotion, and passed an ordinance related to the salaries of borough officers and employees for the year.

River Edge School Board Elects New President, Considers Reconfiguration Plans

Overview: In a development for the River Edge Public School District, the Board of Education elected Eun Kang as its new president and Eric Langley as the vice president. The meeting also featured a recommendation from Acting Superintendent Cathy Danahy to pause and reassess the proposed school reconfiguration plans, which are set to take effect in September 2024.

River Dell School Board Faces Tie in Presidential Vote

Overview: During the recent River Dell School Board meeting, the board experienced a tie in the election for the new president. The votes for the two nominees, Alan Feigenson and Stephanie Hartman, were evenly split, resulting in three votes each. Due to the tie, the decision was tabled to the next meeting. The board proceeded to elect a vice president, with Claudia O’Neill securing the position.

River Edge Land Use Board Approves Variances for Property Expansions

Overview: The River Edge Land Use Board approved several variances at its December 13, 2023 meeting, including a property expansion on Valley Road and a new deck installation on Spring Valley Avenue. The board also established its 2024 meeting calendar and addressed other procedural matters.

River Edge Borough Council Prioritizes Sustainability, Honors Councilman Keno

Overview: In a recent meeting, the River Edge Borough Council discussed environmental initiatives, debated the role of an Environmental Protection Commission liaison, and honored Councilman Dario Keno for his seven-year tenure. The council also addressed topics like stormwater management and the borough’s library project.