Wyckoff Town Council Tackles Health Insurance Challenges Amid Rising Costs

Overview: The Wyckoff Town Council convened to address several issues, with a focus on mitigating rising health insurance costs for township employees. The council and committee undertook extensive negotiations with employee associations to formulate a strategy that would counteract a projected 37% increase in state health benefits for 2026. The consensus reached involves transitioning employees to a high deductible health plan paired with a fully funded health reimbursement account. This approach aims to maintain or improve current coverage while reducing premiums by approximately 50%.

Wyckoff Town Council Discusses Infrastructure Projects and Community Engagement

Overview: At the recent Wyckoff Town Council meeting, topics included the awarding of contracts for pedestrian safety improvements, a collaborative approach to addressing rising health benefit costs, and the appointment of James Shepard to a township committee vacancy. The council also reflected on community events and ongoing infrastructure projects.

Wyckoff Town Council Honors Late Tom Madigan, Welcomes New Fire Chief

Overview: The Wyckoff Town Council meeting on October 21, 2025, was marked by tributes to the late Tom Madigan, a cherished community figure, and the appointment of Timothy W. Brock as the new fire chief of the volunteer fire department.

Wyckoff Town Council Faces Rising Health Benefit Costs, Explores Cost-Saving Measures

Overview: During the recent Wyckoff Town Council meeting, significant challenges surrounding a projected 37% increase in health plan costs for 2026 were highlighted, prompting the council to explore potential cost-saving measures. Other topics included a shared services agreement for road improvements and a switch to a new payroll management system.

Wyckoff Town Council Meeting Discusses New Volleyball Facility, Disabled Veteran Tax Exemptions, and Community Events

Overview: In a meeting held on September 2, 2025, the Wyckoff Town Council covered topics including the proposal for a new volleyball facility, ordinances on tax exemptions for disabled veterans, and various community events. The session was filled with recognition of local achievements and discussions on municipal improvements.