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Controversial app allows residents to report crime , zoning violations, service requests and dangerous conditions — and track the progress of their complaint
Mahwah tops website’s list of 50 safest towns in N.J.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
BY ALLISON PRIES
STAFF WRITER
The Record
Mahwah has been named the safest community in New Jersey by a website that provides home security comparisons and reviews.
But one of the main reasons cited for the top ranking is a controversial app that is scheduled to be discussed at tonight’s Township Council meeting.
Mahwah Stay Connected is an app that Mayor Bill Laforet and Police Chief James Batelli purchased without the council’s knowledge. Typically, the council is asked to approve such expenditures. The service cost about $3,000 for 2013 and would run about $6,000 for 2014.
The contract with app provider PublicStuff Inc. began in September and was set to expire Dec. 31. Continuing the service was expected to be decided during budget discussions.
“I’m happy the app has gotten some recognition,” Laforet said. “It’s working in a very good way.”
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