Allendale Discusses Water Management and Sewer Capacity Amid Development

Overview: During a recent Allendale Borough Council meeting, the council touched upon several issues, with notable topics centering around water management efforts and sewer capacity concerns. The council addressed the partnership with Viola for a temporary water treatment facility and the plans for a permanent facility to deal with PFOS. Additionally, the council highlighted concerns regarding sewer capacity due to a new development in Saddle River, which has raised questions about the existing infrastructure’s ability to cope with increased sewage flow.

Allendale Embraces Community Safety and Infrastructure Enhancement

Overview: In a recent Allendale Borough Council meeting, the community’s safety and infrastructure took center stage, with discussions on the employment of police officers for outside details, the return of motor vehicle services, and significant improvements to public spaces. The meeting began with an address to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and an acknowledgment of long-term residents Ted and Karen Clark, but swiftly moved onto matters of public interest and municipal operations.

Allendale Council Tackles Fire Department Funding and Fair Housing

Overview: The Allendale Borough Council convened to address a range of issues, with discussions centering on the provision of additional funding for the fire department and the contentious topic of fair share housing. The council also focused on the formalization of its goals, aiming to increase transparency and public engagement, and detailed various community projects including infrastructure improvements and public safety initiatives.

Allendale Borough Council Weighs 5G Rollout, Tower Ownership, and Public Facility Upgrades

Overview: The Allendale Borough Council meeting concentrated on impactful community developments including the introduction of 5G technology, the potential municipal ownership of a local communications tower, and upgrades to public facilities such as ADA bathrooms at the firehouse and borough hall improvements. The council deliberated on various resolutions, with the approval of an $82,000 capital ordinance for borough improvements reflecting a commitment to infrastructure and development. Additionally, the council addressed the misuse of body camera footage, public safety matters, and the upcoming Allendale Cleanup Day.

Allendale Land Use Board Discusses Variances, Historical Property Renovations, and Neighborly Landscaping Concerns

Overview: In the latest Allendale Land Use Board meeting, members deliberated over several issues including requests for variances for a new construction project on a challenging lot, renovations to a historical property to accommodate an elderly resident, and the implementation of landscaping buffers between neighboring properties. The meeting was characterized by unanimous decisions on administrative matters, in-depth discussions on proposed construction projects, and neighborly concerns regarding property changes.