the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ,after his 2020 State of the State address, Governor Murphy struck back at criticism that looks for ways to tax the residents of New Jersey, during a Q and A with reporters following the launch of his Jobs NJ initiative.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
TRENTON NJ , Assemblyman Robert Auth blasted Governor Phil Murphy for his spending plans despite the state’s nation-worst fiscal position.
“The smoke and mirror State of the State address was another example of Governor Murphy’s abject denial of our current financial situation,” said Auth(R-Bergen). “We are currently fifty out of fifty in fiscal stability, two-hundred-nine billion dollars in the red and he’s extolling the virtues of excessive spending and bloated government. Even members of his own party were incredulous after the speech.”
Continue reading Assemblyman Robert Auth blasts Murphy “as out of touch with fiscal reality”
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, As winter weather moves into New Jersey Sunday and Monday, Governor Phil Murphy today encouraged residents to prepare for the winter storm and hazardous travel conditions. The Administration is continuously monitoring weather conditions as the holiday weekend ends and the workweek begins. New Jerseyans are encouraged to prepare for messy road conditions Sunday and Monday and are strongly encouraged to use public transportation if possible.
Continue reading Governor Phil Murphy Encourages Residents to Prepare for the winter storm and Hazardous Travel Conditions
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Senator Anthony M. Bucco released the following statement in response to a report that Governor Phil Murphy hired a new chef for the governor’s mansion for a $110,000 salary.
Continue reading GOP Senator Blasts Governor Murphy on Taxpayer-Funded Chef
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Senator Robert Singer (R-Monmouth, Ocean) has been appointed to serve on the New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology.
“New Jersey has long-been an incubator for innovators,” Singer said. “From the light bulb, to the solar panel, to dozens of lifesaving pharmaceuticals, countless innovations were created right here in the Garden State. By reinstating the Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology, we are continuing that historic legacy. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as a member of this commission. Together, we will develop strategies to encourage more groundbreaking researchers and entrepreneurs to set up shop in New Jersey.”
photo Governor Murphy
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, As a candidate for Governor Phil Murphy vowed to “fight to stop sexual harassment and assault“.
Yesterday, Politico reported former Murphy transition team member and Schools Development Authority Chief of Staff Albert J. Alvarez, was accused of sexual misconduct against a woman last year, but only just resigned last week.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today revealed the findings of a comprehensive strategic, financial and operational assessment of NJ TRANSIT. This report assesses the challenges and possible improvements to NJ TRANSIT pursuant to Executive Order 5 signed by Governor Murphy. The audit, conducted by The North Highland Company, assessed the following major areas: organizational structure, operating and capital funding sources, personnel recruitment, procurement, and customer experience.
Continue reading Governor Murphy Unveils NJ TRANSIT Audit Results and Recommendations
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today announced details of his “Computer Science for All” initiative, a plan to bring technology and programming-focused classes to schools across New Jersey. The FY 2019 budget includes $2 million to increase the number of public high schools that offer advanced computer science courses.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Paramus NJ, Governor Phil Murphy announced today that approximately 13,000 qualifying students will be able to attend one of 13 community colleges “free” of tuition and educational fees in the spring semester that starts in January 2019.
All 19 of New Jersey’s community colleges applied to participate in the Community College Innovation Challenge, signaling interest and need across the state. Each one of New Jersey’s community colleges will receive a $250,000 grant for student outreach, recruitment, and support, and to build capacity for future expansion of the program. The selected pilot colleges include institutions from North, Central, and South Jersey.
Continue reading Governor Murphy Announces New Jersey’s First Step Toward “Free” Community College
RESIGNATION ANNOUNCEMENT :
The Bergen County Sheriff’s Office announces that effective this date and at this time Bergen County Sheriff Michael Saudino (D) has submitted his resignation as the Sheriff of Bergen County.
Additionally, Executive Undersheriff George Buono, Undersheriff Robert Colaneri, Undersheriff Brian Smith and Undersheriff Joseph Hornyak have also submitted their resignations effective immediately.
Pending the appointment of an interim sheriff by Governor Phil Murphy, Sheriff’s Office Chief Kevin Pell will be the officer-in-charge of the sheriff’s department’s operations and Bergen County Sheriff’s Office Warden Steve Ahrendt will be the officer-in-charge of the Bergen County jail’s operations.
There will be no further statements at this time.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Hackensack NJ, Governor Phil Murphy says Bergen County Sheriff Michael Saudino must resign for ‘appalling’ racist comments caught on tape. Saudino, recounting the details of Murphy’s Jan. 16 inaugural address, said, “He talked about the whole thing, the marijuana, sanctuary state…better criminal justice reform. Christ almighty, in other words let the blacks come in, do whatever the f–k they want, smoke their marijuana, do this do that, and don’t worry about it. You know, we’ll tie the hands of cops,” according to a WNYC report.
https://theridgewoodblog.net/bergen-county-sheriff-michael-saudino-top-double-dipper/
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Trenton NJ, Governor Phil Murphy today has ordered that U.S and New Jersey flags be flown at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities on Tuesday, September 11 in remembrance of the nearly 3,000 innocent people, almost 700 of whom were residents of New Jersey, who lost their lives in the 2001 terrorist attacks.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
FREEHOLD NJ , Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is advising residents that a new law signed by Governor Phil Murphy in August dramatically changed the Vote by Mail rules in New Jersey. These changes are effective immediately and will impact the November General Election. The advice rings true for Bergen County as well.
photos courtesy of Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Little Falls NJ, Senator Kristin M. Corrado,Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips , Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney with Governor Phil Murphy, Mayor Kazmark and Mayor Damiano toured the damage caused by Saturday’s flooding in Little Falls and Woodland Park.
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Wayne NJ, Senator Kristin Corrado’s legislation requiring middle school students to be taught the legal, social, and emotional consequences of “sexting” has been signed into law by the governor.
The new law sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado requires middle school students to be taught the legal, social, and emotional consequences of “sexting.” Continue reading CONSEQUENCES OF “SEXTING” BILL SIGNED INTO LAW
