Council Announces New Borough-Owned Strawberry Farm

Overview: At the recent Montvale Borough Council meeting, updates were provided on a range of topics including statistics on crime prevention from the police department and the aquisition of a pick-your-own-stratwberry farm. The session also covered the Mayor’s announcements regarding new community projects and infrastructure developments, as well as individual reports from various departments on ongoing initiatives and concerns, including traffic issues and the state of local school cafeterias.

Rochelle Park Halts Flag Raisings Amidst Discord Over LGBTQ Flag

Overview: The Rochelle Park Town Council resolved to pause any further approvals of new flag raisings in the township during its recent meeting. The determination comes after months of council debates surrounding the LGBTQ pride flag.

New Public Safety Complex Cost Nearly Doubles, Town Council Approves Emergency Funds

Overview: In the recent River Vale Town Council meeting convened by Council President Paul J. Criscuolo, a substantial increase in the budget for the new Public Safety Complex was the focus, with the total appropriation for the project now set at $20 million, up from the initial $14 million designated in 2021. The boost includes a newly approved supplemental appropriation of $6 million, and an emergency appropriation of $300,000 to facilitate a down payment for the complex’s construction.

Teaneck School’s Lack of Security Officers Faces Scrutiny at Board Meeting

Overview: At a recent Teaneck School Board meeting, parents and board members voiced concerns over the district’s security protocols, focusing particularly on the staffing and roles of safety officers at schools.

Ramsey Borough Swears In Its First-Ever Service Dog And Celebrates Police Service

Overview: At a recent borough council meeting, police officers, including the first-ever service dog K-9 Jack, were sworn in, and others were recognized with Honorable Service Awards for their impactful roles in the community. The council also discussed developments in community projects, including a housing initiative for developmentally disabled adults, and addressed alterations to parking arrangements outside the police station to facilitate better accessibility for the public.