- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/11/25
- 08/12/2025
- 162 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Washington (Bergen) Town Council meeting on August 11, 2025, prioritized discussions on the enforcement and revision of tree management ordinances, the approval of technology for local law enforcement, and several infrastructure projects. A detailed examination of current tree regulations and a debate over the purchase of license plate readers highlighted the session.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/11/25
- 08/11/2025
- 142 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the Washington Township Council meeting on August 11, 2025, discussions centered on potential revisions to the tree ordinance, addressing concerns about heritage tree removal and the adequacy of current assessment procedures. The council debated the criteria and definitions surrounding heritage trees, focusing on the need for more regulations to prevent unauthorized or excessive tree removal. These discussions were prompted by the removal of heritage trees on Sussex Road, which, although conducted with a permit, sparked debate over the process and qualifications of those assessing tree health.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/15/25
- 07/15/2025
- 61 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Washington Town Council meeting, discussions centered around the potential reinstatement of meeting recordings on YouTube and the complexities of impervious coverage calculations for local construction projects. The council thoroughly debated the importance of transparency and public engagement through digital access to meetings, while also diving into the technicalities of zoning applications and compliance with local building regulations.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/14/25
- 07/14/2025
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the Washington Township Council meeting, the most contentious discussion centered around the enforcement and penalties for unauthorized tree removal, particularly concerning the recent removal of two large heritage trees by a contractor. The council grappled with the inadequacy of current fines and the need for stricter regulations to prevent similar future occurrences. Alongside this, the council deliberated on various municipal projects, including infrastructure upgrades, public safety initiatives, and community engagement efforts.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/2/25
- 07/02/2025
- 79 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Washington Township Planning Board meeting on July 2, 2025, was dominated by discussions surrounding a controversial retroactive demolition permit for a property on Burke Street. The meeting further addressed issues of zoning compliance and the implications of large-scale residential developments in the township. In addition, the council touched upon a minor subdivision reauthorization and concerns over the accuracy of previously approved minutes.
