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Village of Ridgewood Mayor Ramon M Hache Updates the NJDOT Plan to Change Glenwood Road to a One Way Street

Ridgewood's Glenwood Road to become one way street east of Upper Boulevard

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Ridgewood NJ ,Village of Ridgewood Mayor Ramon M Hache said on Facebook.”Just an update on the NJDOT plan to change Glenwood Road to a one way street at the bottom of the hill leading into Ho-Ho-Kus. I have personally reached out to Gov. Murphy’s office to seek his support in pushing back on the NJDOT plan. Not only do I disagree with their plan, the NJDOT did not properly inform the Village and have failed to exhaust all available and logical options. Furthermore, I believe the NJDOT failed to provide adequate justification for their plan while not properly considering the impact of such plan on our residents. I would like for the Village Council to explore our available legal options which is why I have placed this on Closed Session for Wednesday night.”

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Ridgewood Ymca Annual Gala- The Y Makes Magic Happen

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Ridgewood NJ, Please join us for a magical evening to help us raise funds for youth, families and seniors across the over 43 communities we serve.
Dinner & Cocktails
Magical Entertainment featuring Magician Chris Deleo
Live & Silent Auctions
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Honoree:
Victoria Bennett
Retired Camp Bernie Executive Director for her 28 years of dedication and leadership to the YMCA
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Hackensack Golf Club
6:30 PM
Cocktail Attire, with a pop of blue
2020 Y Gala Made Possible By:
https://e.givesmart.com/events/fcP/

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Reader says , “It’s no more Village it’s turning into a city”

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“To my fellow residents what the hell is going to happen another 3 to 5 years in the village of Ridgewood with all this expense. The services are not the same they are dwindling little by little. All village departments are short on staffing. Yes we have great school system great police fire EMTs sanitation recycling do a great job but come on, the village Ridgewood It’s not what are used to be. It’s no more Village it’s turning into a city”

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Multiple Accidents at Ridgewood Crash Scene

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Ridgewood NJ, One (1) individual was transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital following a three (3) vehicle, Monday afternoon, 02/03, crash at the intersection of Linwood Avenue and Paramus Road, Ridgewood. Ridgewood Police, Ridgewood Fire Department, Ridgewood EMS, and a paramedic team from The Valley Hospital responded to the incident. Tow trucks removed all three (3) vehicles involved. A second crash occurred during the accident investigation when a pick up truck unlawfully crossed police lines and backed into a stationary object. It is not known whether the pick up truck driver was issued a summons in connection with the second crash.

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Mary Higgins Clark, ‘Queen Of Suspense’ And NJ Resident, Dies

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Ridgewood NJ,Mary Higgins Clark, ‘Queen Of Suspense’ And NJ Resident, has died , she was 92. Over the years she made many local appearances in the Village particularly at Bookends.

Some of Clark’s novels that were based around New Jersey included “The Cradle Will Fall” (1980), Saddle River, “While My Pretty One Sleeps” (1987), Ridgewood. “All Around the Town” (1992), Ridgewood, “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” (1995), Ho-Ho-Kus, Hackensack, Old Tappan, Englewood Cliffs and Oradell. “My Gal Sunday” (1996), Bernardsville.

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Reader asks,”How many more tax appeals will the Village have? The Village has to pay their bills so the tax burden will eventually be shared with the under $1 million homes”

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“Realtors will tell you it’s always a good time to buy/sell. They make a commission either way so they are always happy.

In Ridgewood there has been a decline in home values for houses over $1 million dollars. They sit longer and need multiple price cuts. Buyers can get a good deal if they are willing to pay $45k in taxes. Newspapers say that housing prices have recovered from the crash but that’s not true for us. Houses that cost $2 million in 2004 are still sold at a loss – in spite of home renovations. Realtors need to maintain the notion that Ridgewood homes are desirable and have buyers (they love their Commissions!). I would love to hear a realtor explain what he/she sees as the reason for the decline. High taxes? No SALT deduction? No one wants a big house anymore?

How many more tax appeals will the Village have? The Village has to pay their bills so the tax burden will eventually be shared with the under $1 million homes. Be careful what you wish for with high density housing, Parking garage, Library “Reimagine” and the High School PAC. The developers will benefit the most from these projects and the residents are on the hook for the bills.”

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Reader says ,”Even the architects of the garage said that the facility will not pay for itself so the Village would have to raise both street and lot parking substantially to help meet its costs”

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“Even the architects of the garage said that the facility will not pay for itself so the Village would have to raise both street and lot parking substantially to help meet its costs. They also said that the lifetime of the garage would be 20 years as long as it was maintained regularly. Does this kind of attitude cause a huge smell wafting over it? This, along with all the NOT “needed’ other projections the Council and School Board think are VITAL will bankrupt the Village even before the economy starts turning down.
The aroma of “accidental misstatements–and outright lies by the builders throughout town” must smell like quality perfume to our “Movers and Shakers” as they will be surrounded by it for years unless they conveniently “move out” once they’ve shaken the town for all their personal needs as well.”

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Reader says the Garage ,”was nothing but ‘plum’ given to the developers in town so they have parking for their massive apartment buildings”

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“When i go for my daily walks with the dog on recycling days, the majority of the houses of piles of ‘amazon’ boxes at the curb which is a clear indicator of where the residents have been shopping. I haven’t bought anything in the CBD for years except to get my watch battery replaced at town/country or an evening meal/drinks. Retail is dead and dying and the pay-to-park just gives it another kick in the ass. The only need for parking is 3 or 4 hours on Friday/saturday nights unless you’re willing to walk 4 blocks, in which case there is always parking. This was nothing but ‘plum’ given to the developers in town so they have parking for their massive apartment buildings, and parking for the patron’s of their tenants restaurants. There should be ‘impact fees’ on these apartments in addition to real estate taxes since they are the prime beneficiary of the garage. We should have let NJ Transit build a garage at their expenses on the Ken Smith property. too late now. RIP good old Ridgewood. Hello ‘Montclair East’. SAD”

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Ridgewood Fire Chief James Van Goor was awarded the Patriot Award from the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve

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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday 1/29/2020, Ridgewood Fire Chief James Van Goor was awarded the Patriot Award for Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve (ESGR). He was awarded this honor for his continued support of the men and women who serve in the military who are also Firefighters at the Ridgewood Fire Department! Congratulations Chief!

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Reader says ,”the approach is it be wrapped up in a neat pretty bow call it ‘sustainable’ and many jump on the bandwagon because they want to be on the climate change platform and save the earth”

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“Many of the towns and their lifestyles are being destroyed. People are lulled into sleep and their eyes glaze over even when they are pointed in the right direction. They refuse to accept they are being manipulated or deceived.

Agenda21 has been out there for a while but people have forgotten the impact A21 wants to make upon living conditions, their family and lifestyles.
Read: https://www.democratsagainstunagenda21.com/

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Reader says Hudson Garage ” is a poor investment. This is not going to be a money maker”

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“We believe this is not a good thing for the village. Down the road in a few years what’s going to happen if the economy sinks for a bit like in the past .and no one is shopping and we are back to having 50 or more stores boarded up .the town will look like a ghost town. It was very depressing looking Back then when that happened.who will be responsible from the top. Or will they all be replaced ,and again they will go after the little small time worker and lay them off because of financial crisis. Pretty much all village departments are short on staffing as it is. And now with recycling Revenues toppling down it’s actually costing the village to do recycling versus making money like in the past. Recycling department is a losing proposition. Yes it’s a law but at who’s cost the taxpayer again. Just like the parking garage unnecessary.Wake up fellow village taxpayers. This parking garage is not for the taxpayers it’s for out-of-towners pretty much that are coming here to park close to the restaurants . End of the story. Every Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday there are plenty of parking at the lower level of the CBD meaning By Ridgewood Ave., Maple Village Hall parking lot ,give me a break. If you went to New York City you would walk a few blocks , This is about lazy people. You take your family into New York City and you park in a parking garage , and how many blocks do you usually walk to the place you’re going. Right. This is a poor investment. This is not going to be a money maker .about time this thing is paid off it will probably will need to be Heavily repaired. Unless they keep on top of it every single year which that’s not gonna happen.”

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The Importance of Having a Water Softener

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The quality of the water in your home can affect a lot of things in your life. These can include your health and your daily chores. Usually, the issue is that the water that your home uses is too harsh, which leads to these problems. The solution is simple – get a water softener.

Water softeners can help with an assortment of water-related problems. They will help you get the most out of your utilities so that you do not need to stress over this one either. Why is it important to have a water softener? Check this information out:

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Truly Sichuan, Chinese New Year Food Tasting 12-Course Menu

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Ridgewood NJ, Truly Sichuan is pleased to announce their annual Chinese New Year Party Menu attached:

CHINESE NEW YEAR FOOD TASTING 12-COURSE MENU
(Tea Tasting Included)
Sunday 02/02/2020 4pm-9pm
$75/Adult; Prepayment Required; BYOB; Free Parking

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