Tenafly Council Tackles Stormwater Woes and Community Concerns in Pivotal Meeting

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Tenafly Borough Council, stormwater management took center stage. Mayor Mark Zinna underscored the urgency, noting that water is “falling faster and harder in shorter periods of time,” necessitating immediate and comprehensive solutions. The council is actively mapping the storm system, treating rainstorm notifications similarly to snowstorms, and exploring potential solutions such as cleaning out streams and utilizing the state’s Blue Acres fund.

Tenafly School Board Advances $2M Flood Mitigation Project

Overview: In a recent session, the Tenafly School Board grappled with pressing infrastructural issues and the poignant remembrances of lives lost during the September 11 attacks. Topping the priority list was the contentious topic of a vital $2 million flood mitigation project at the Smith School, which experienced exacerbated flooding issues during recent storms, including Hurricane Ida. The board is considering boosting the forthcoming referendum amount by $2 million to facilitate the project, aiming for state approval ahead of the decisive March 12, 2024 vote.

Tenafly Council Considers Reducing Housing Density to Address Climate Change

Overview: The Tenafly Borough Council convened recently to consider far-reaching amendments to its zoning and environmental regulations to combat climate change and flooding. The main focus was whether reducing housing density and increasing side yard setback for new homes is a viable strategy to combat environmental challenges intensified by global warming.

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.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Advances Inclusive Partnerships, Staff Changes, and Financial Health

Overview: In a recent meeting that spotlighted key issues affecting South Bergen Jointure Commission schools, the board members discussed several significant matters, including a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club, a para-training agreement with Felician University, and important personnel changes.