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Ridgewood Nj, the Village Council unanimously adopted a $64.8 million budget at Wednesday night’s meeting. The budget brings with it a 3.14% municipal increase, which is consistent with the current rate of inflation in the northeast. For the average home in Ridgewood assessed at $712,700, this translates to a municipal tax increase of $149.63.
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Ridgewood NJ, During a discussion at Wednesday evening’s Village Council public work session, some Council members expressed concern about costs associated with NJDEP-mandated FAQs related to remediation of contaminated soil at the Schedler property.
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The Ridgewood blog was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger . Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .
Ridgewood NJ, – Oct. 26, 2009 – RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The Ridgewood blog ( https://theridgewoodblog.blogspot.com/ Originally ) (www.theridgewoodblog.net) was founded in March of 2006 by James J Foytlin aka PJ Blogger .[1] Mr. Foytlin was born and raised in Ridgewood ,New Jersey and is a graduate of Ridgewood High School .[2] [3]
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Ridgewood NJ, several residents recently wrote to us expressing concern about comments from Village Council members of late hinting that the former Town Garage property may not become a pocket park (open space) as was promised. Mayor Paul Vagianos himself previously indicated he would rather the property be used for public parking.
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Ridgewood NJ, Today marks Saint Patrick’s Day, or the Feast of Saint Patrick, a cultural and religious holiday celebrated every year on 17th March in Ireland and by Irish communities around the world. The celebration marks the anniversary of Saint Patrick’s death in the fifth century and represents the arrival of Christianity in the country. The Irish have observed this day as a holiday for over 1,000 years, and while the festival began as a religious feast day for the patron saint of Ireland, today it has become an international celebration of Irish culture.
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Ridgewood NJ, the first Village of Ridgewood Council Chat of the year will take place on Saturday, March 8 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Caucus Room on the 4th floor of Village Hall. If you would like to talk with two of our elected officials, please call 201-670-5500, ext. 2207 to reserve a time slot. Walk-ins also are welcome, but residents with appointments will be accommodated first.
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Ridgewood NJ, at the February 19, 2025 Village Council Budget hearing, Richard Brooks spoke. He is chairperson of the Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Board. He implored the Village Council to provide funding to maintain and improve the parks, and to repair “wear and tear” damages to the fields. He also spoke of planning for the future for improvement and expansion of parks and fields.
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Ridgewood NJ, Jennifer Natoli is sworn in as the new the Village of Ridgewood Deputy Clerk at Mondays night’s Village Council meeting! Jennifer has been working in the Village Clerk’s office for more than a year and is excited to step into her new role.
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Ridgewood NJ, mention was made during Village Council review of the Solid Waste Division’s operating budget of replacing a transferred employee with someone “younger.” Last we heard, employment related age discrimination is still unlawful. Not one member of the Village Council, nor did the Village Manager, blink at that discriminatory remark; not one.
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Ridgewood NJ, Mr. Mortimer said this about Ridgewood during a recent Village Council meeting. His rather bizarre remark preceded his casting of a vote in favor of adding additional field lighting at Vets Field.
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Ridgewood NJ, 2025 Village Council Budget Hearings kick-off tonight at 5 pm at Village Hall. The Village Council invites residents to attend, learn more about the budget process, ask questions and participate at public comment. A budget is a set of priorities and resident input is key to our crafting a successful budget plan.
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Council members have unanimously approved the installation of a prefabricated shelter at a current westbound NJ Transit bus stop serving RHS students (E. Ridgewood Ave. near the RHS tennis courts). The shelter will be similar in design to the one now in place on N. Monroe St, near W. Glen Ave. (see photos). Village Manager Keith Kazmark reported that the installation, on RHS property, has been approved by the Board of Education.
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Ridgewood NJ, its that time , the Village Council Reorganization Meeting will be held on Monday, January 6th at 7:30 pm. Residents are invited to say goodbye to Councilmember Lorraine Reynolds and thank her for her service, and witness the swearing in of Councilmembers Paul Vagianos and Pamela Perron, and Councilmember-elect Frank Mortimer. The new Village Council will vote on who will be Mayor, Deputy Mayor and President Pro Tempore.
