Old Tappan Council Discusses Police Chief Vacancy Amid Retirement, Golf Course Fee Hike, and More

Overview: The Old Tappan Borough Council meeting covered several topics, including the impending retirement of the current police captain, discussions on golf course fee adjustments, and proposals for a new dog park. The council also touched on public safety improvements, potential changes in employee healthcare plans, and various community events and projects.

River Vale School Board Advances with Infrastructure Projects Amid Routine Business

Overview: The River Vale School Board meeting focused on several ongoing infrastructure projects, notably continuing renovations at the Holddrum canopies and the upstairs of the district building. The board discussed progress, noting that the projects are nearing completion and expressing appreciation for the hard work involved. Routine business matters, such as policy updates and financial resolutions, were also addressed, including the abolishment of a COVID-related policy and the scheduling of a district audit.

Old Tappan Council Grapples with Parking and Zoning Concerns Over Residential Worship Gatherings

Overview: The Old Tappan Borough Council meeting focused primarily on community concerns, discussing the problematic parking issues stemming from residential gatherings at a property on Oldtown Road, the appointment of a new officer in charge of the police department, and the proposed construction of a new building at the Department of Public Works (DPW) facility. Residents voiced frustrations over increased traffic and safety hazards, while council members deliberated on zoning laws and sought solutions to ease neighborhood tensions.

Pasack Valley School Board Discusses Professional Development, Testing, and Facility Improvements

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Pasack Valley Regional High School District Board of Education, discussions centered on professional development initiatives, the impact of standardized testing on instructional time, and ongoing facility improvements, including updates to the school’s HVAC system and auditorium.

Pasack Valley School Board Debates Impact of Professional Development Days on Student Learning

Overview: The recent Pasack Valley School Board meeting focused on the scheduling of professional development days for teachers and their effect on instructional time for students. The board discussed the proposed 2026-2027 school calendar, which included two additional professional development days, and debated whether these days were detracting from valuable class time.