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- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/7/25
- 04/07/2025
- 67 Minutes
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Overview: The Pasack Valley School Board meeting on April 7, 2025, focused heavily on the district’s transition period due to the resignation of the current superintendent, which coincides with the appointment of a new Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. Discussions also covered the distribution of athletics funds, the rejection of greenhouse bids, and the employment terms for police officers at the schools.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/7/25
- 04/08/2025
- 63 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Old Tappan Borough Council meeting focused on several issues, most notably the settlement negotiations with the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA) regarding affordable housing obligations and a proposal to tackle noise complaints with decibel meters. The council also introduced ordinances for public improvements and discussed community initiatives.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/26/25
- 03/27/2025
- 57 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent meeting, the Old Tappan Borough Council discussed a contentious settlement agreement for a development on Old Tappan Road, sparking significant public concern and dialogue. The settlement involves relocating a historic house to accommodate the development of an assisted living facility, a move which has drawn criticism for its potential impact on the community’s historical character and local infrastructure. Residents expressed unease over the council’s decision to reverse an initial planning board approval, leading to a lawsuit by the developer, CSH.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/26/25
- 03/27/2025
- 82 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Old Tappan Planning Board meeting, the focus was on a settlement agreement and site plan amendment for an assisted living facility on Ultapan Road. The proposed changes involve relocating a historic house on the site and addressing stormwater management issues, following a series of legal and procedural developments that have spanned over a year.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 3/18/25
- 03/18/2025
- 16 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The River Vale School Board meeting focused on the approval of a tentative budget for the 2025-2026 school year, proposing a 3.97% increase in the tax levy to address rising student enrollment and increased costs in health benefits and utilities. The tax impact on residents is expected to be 2.26%, amounting to approximately $153.33 for the average home valued at $595,000. The proposed budget will be reviewed by the county, with a public hearing scheduled for May 6th.
