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Continue reading THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL HAS TO KEEP THE SPORTS COMMUNITY HAPPY
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New York NY, A wave of grassroots activism is sweeping through New York City as demonstrators demand an end to the installation of artificial turf fields in public parks. Protesters argue that synthetic grass—laden with toxic “forever chemicals”—poses serious health and environmental risks, particularly to children.
Continue reading NYC Protesters Demand Ban on Artificial Grass in Public Parks Over Health Concerns
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Ridgewood Nj, the policy shift by Mayor Paul Vagianos has sparked a heated debate among residents regarding his stance on artificial turf versus natural grass for local sports fields. Once a proponent of natural grass, Vagianos now champions the switch to artificial turf, claiming it’s a necessary response to flooding issues exacerbated by climate change.
Continue reading Ridgewood Mayor Paul Vagianos: He For It Before He Was Against It?
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Ridgewood NJ, Aaron Rodgers’s torn Achilles tendon is becoming an Achilles’ heel for the NFL. Following the star quarterback’s season-ending injury in his debut for the New York Jets this week, the players union is again urging the league to replace artificial turf fields with real grass, citing safety concerns.
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Ridgewood NJ, Artificial turf fields have gained popularity due to their durability, low maintenance requirements, and year-round usability. However, they also come with several disadvantages and potential dangers:
Continue reading Disadvantages and Dangers of Artificial Turf Fields
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Ridgewood NJ, former Major League Baseball star Tug McGraw when he was asked whether he preferred grass or Astroturf: “I dunno. I never smoked any Astroturf.”
Continue reading Potential Dangers of Playing on Turf Fields, Especially for Young People
new “turf tax” ?
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Ridgewood NJ, saying it was an idea previously discussed, although not saying who it was supposedly discussed with, Councilwoman Siobhan Winograd recently spoke publicly about the Village possibly imposing a $10 per player fee in order to establish a “sinking fund” for future use in the repair/replacement of Village owned artificial turf fields. The fee would likely be imposed for players of traveling teams only said the Councilwoman.
