Glen Ridge Council Addresses Safety, Honors Public Works Employee

Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting addressed community concerns including traffic safety near the high school, gun violence awareness, and honored a longtime public works employee for his three decades of service. The council also tackled key resolutions and ordinances affecting the local governance and community activities.

Glen Ridge School Board Salutes Students and Discusses New COVID-19 Protocols

Overview: In a recent Glen Ridge School Board meeting, the board recognized the exceptional achievements of its students in academics and sports, as well as discussed the change in COVID-19 protocols and other important district matters. The district honored two high-achieving students, Juliet and Arnav, for their academic excellence and leadership, and celebrated the victories of the Girls High School lacrosse team and a high school team that placed first in the stock market game. The meeting also addressed the update in COVID-19 protocols, treating the virus as any other typical illness, and acknowledged the Glen Ridge Education Foundation for its support of a successful staff training program.

Glen Ridge Borough Approves 2024 Municipal Budget

Overview: At the recent Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting, the primary focus was on the budget for the upcoming year, which included the adoption of the 2024 Municipal budget by title and the approval of a resolution to amend the 2024 capital budget. The budget presentation, which drew discussion, delineated the various financial components that the borough will navigate, including salary and personnel costs, general liability insurance, and the pressures of inflation. An important addition to the police force was noted, with the budget accounting for a new uniformed officer to join the department.

Glen Ridge Borough Council Approves New Water Meters Purchase

Overview: The Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting highlighted the approval of a significant purchase of 2,369 new water meters as the most consequential action taken. This step aims to modernize the water meter system for better efficiency and accuracy in the Borough. The meters will be acquired through the Morris County Cooperative Pricing Council, which provides competitive pricing due to its collective purchasing power.

Glen Ridge Council Approves 2024 Budget with Tax Levy Increase

Overview: In a recent Glen Ridge Borough Council meeting, the council passed financial resolutions, including the introduction of the 2024 municipal budget, featuring a 3.32% increase in the municipal tax levy. The council acknowledged the efforts of the administration and department heads in preparing the budget. The session was also marked by the recognition of local Eagle Scouts for their community projects and discussions on public safety measures, including the funding for automated license plate readers.