- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/16/24
- 05/17/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook Town Council meeting, substantial discussions centered on the town’s water rates and the introduction of several ordinances, including those related to water rates, tree regulations, and road traffic. The meeting also addressed the potential sale of the Old Town Hall property, upcoming roadway construction, and concerns raised by residents.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/8/24
- 05/08/2024
- 89 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting was marked by discussions of environmental sustainability through a plastic recycling initiative and the nurturing of student success via the “Dreams” program. The board also addressed budget concerns, including a tax increase and the allocation of funds for school improvements and staffing needs. Community involvement featured prominently, with discussions on a grant for school safety and public comments calling for the recognition of Muslim holidays in the school calendar.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/18/24
- 04/19/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Saddle Brook Town Council recently convened to address a variety of community concerns and developments. Of particular note was the announcement of a $1 million Congressional appropriation grant awarded to the township for an emergency generator for the Municipal complex, a infrastructure improvement. The meeting also detailed the cost of the new town hall building, set at $28 million, and the passage of ordinances related to electric scooter regulations and short-term rental bans. Furthermore, discussions on the Mayor’s Youth Group activities, upcoming community events, and ongoing infrastructure projects, such as road paving and water main replacements, were topics of the meeting. In response to a resident’s frustration over increased water rates and property taxes, the council highlighted the necessity of including cost details in every resolution.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/17/24
- 04/17/2024
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Saddle Brook School Board recently met to discuss a range of topics, with the most notable being the proposed change to the graduation ceremony protocol, which would allow Board of Education members to hand diplomas to their relatives. This change, while potentially impacting the traditional graduation proceedings, passed without discussion or questions from the board members.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/15/24
- 04/15/2024
- 29 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting, the board approved a request from Unico to plant a tree and install a small monument in honor of past chapter members, signaling the board’s support for community engagement and historical recognition. This decision was among a variety of topics discussed, including renovation projects, curriculum updates, the annual budget, debt service, personnel matters, and policy updates related to the high school graduation ceremony.