Woodcliff Lake Council Exploring Cannabis Industry; Residents Push Back

Overview: In a marathon meeting of the Woodcliff Lake Borough Council on May 22, 2023, members and Borough officials deliberated on a wide range of topics, from marijuana legalization in New Jersey to municipal financial planning. The most contentious discussion centered around the Council’s formation of a Cannabis Exploratory Committee and its potential implications for Woodcliff Lake.

Woodcliff Lake Shapes Future with Cannabis Committee

Overview: In a recent special meeting, the Woodcliff Lake Borough Council addressed several key items, shaping a progressive future for the local community. The creation of a Cannabis Exploratory Committee, adjustments to employee longevity pay, and the introduction of the 2023 budget stood out as significant moments.

Tensions Surface Over Faculty Contracts, STEM Funding at BCC

Overview: The most recent Board of Trustees meeting at Bergen Community College (BCC), held on May 9, 2023, brought to the forefront crucial issues surrounding faculty contracts and STEM program funding, casting a shadow over the institution’s significant achievements.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Appoints New Leaders, Approves Resolutions in Recent Meeting

Overview: The South Bergen Jointure Commission (SBJC) convened on April 25, 2023, resulting in a series of critical decisions and appointments. The meeting opened with the election of Damian Kennedy as the President and Joseph DeCorso as the Vice President of the SBJC, both for one-year terms.

Significant Enhancements in Adult Education and Sports Medicine Programs at Bergen Vocational Schools

Overview: In a recent board meeting of the Bergen Vocational School District, significant enhancements to their Adult Education and Sports Medicine programs emerged as the most noteworthy developments.