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Ridgewood Library Reimagine ,”has no clear vision. It’s on a funding grab”

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 Resident Steve Kim said in the group “It takes a Ridgewood Village ”  on comments he made at the Wednesday nights Village Council Meeting about proper planning  :

“My public comment regards to the Library at the Village Council meeting last evening. Because Library didn’t do proper planning and needs analysis, it has no clear vision. It’s on a funding grab. I’m personally confused as to what it’s doing. It can update the place, but why gut renovate to essentially offer the same services as now? I hope the Village doesn’t get stuck funding unnecessary projects…”

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Ridgewood Board of Education is planning to install another artificial turf field on Stevens Field

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Ridgewood NJ, here we go again ,the Ridgewood Board of Education is planning to install another artificial turf field on Stevens Field which exists in an active flood plain. It is bad for the environment, our players, community and our pocket books. It defies reason. Looks like we are going too keep doing it till we get it right?

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What to do With a Used Christmas Tree

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Ridgewood  NJ,  received this the other day from a reader its from Texas A&M Forest Services with some ideas on what to do with used Christmas Trees :

Many Americans love the experience of having real Christmas trees in their homes for the holidays. But what many don’t realize is producing real Christmas trees also benefits the environment by sequestering carbon while growing and supporting local businesses and tree farmers.

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JOB : WATER POLLUTION CONTROL FACILITY SUPERINTENDENT IN RIDGEWOOD

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Ridgewood NJ, The Village of Ridgewood is seeking a Superintendent for its municipally-owned Sewage Treatment Plant. Qualified individual must have current NJDEP C-3 and S-3 or higher licenses.  Strong leadership skills required, as well as at least 10 years’ experience in treatment plant maintenance/repair/upkeep/operation for a 5 MG permitted plant with a liquid waste acceptance program.

The Village of Ridgewood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Civil Service municipality.

Please send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Beth Spinato, Administrative Assistant, Village Manager’s Office, Village of Ridgewood, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 or [email protected].  Deadline for applications is January 17, 2020.

 

 

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Governor Murphy Announces First Round of Applications for Library Construction Bond Act and Ridgewood Debates Library Mission

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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Library expansion is a hotly debated topic in the Village . The debate seems to rage over what is needed and what is realistic  vs. inappropriate extravagances like massive circular stairways ,a huge performing arts center and other vanity projects .

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UPDATE : Fake News, Cover-ups, Intimidation, and Crummy Newspapers – No, we are not talking about the Nation, we’re talking about our little hamlet of Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Late last summer a reporter employed by The Record newspaper, submitted an Open Public Records Act (OPRA) request to the Village Clerk’s office that asked for some information from all five elected Council members.  Four of the five complied in a timely fashion, as required BY LAW.  Councilman Jeffrey Voigt, however, delayed his response.  When he finally did respond, he included a fictitious narrative that was not what the reporter had requested.  Actually, even if his narrative had been factual, this would not have been in compliance with OPRA, as you are not supposed to CREATE DOCUMENTS when supplying information via the OPRA process.  The fact that Councilman Voigt’s response was full of untruths just compounded the violation.

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SINGLE USE PLASTIC BAG BAN NOW IN EFFECT IN THE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD

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Ridgewood NJ, As a reminder, the Village of Ridgewood’s ban on single use plastic bags took effect on January 1, 2020.  All supermarkets, restaurants, street fairs and farmer’s markets are prohibited from handing out single use plastic bags.  Plastic bags used for garbage, pet waste, prescriptions, dry cleaning, newspapers, as well as those used to contain loose meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, bulk items and bakery goods are exempt from this ban.  We encourage Ridgewood residents to bring their own reusable shopping bags with them and thank you for helping us to preserve the environment.

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UPDATE ON RIDGEWOOD LEAF COLLECTION

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Ridgewood NJ, At this time, the final leaf placement date of December 26, 2019 has passed, so no additional leaves may be placed along the curbline.  Leaf collection should be completed by January 10, 2020, weather permitting. 

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UPDATE : RIDGEWOOD CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP

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Ridgewood NJ, The Parks Division will be picking up Christmas trees, following the same schedule as last year. This schedule follows a Tuesday/Eastside and Thursday/Westside pattern with trees being picked up on the Eastside of the Village curbside on Tuesdays, January 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th. Trees will then be picked up on the Westside of the Village curbside on Thursdays, January 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Please be sure that your Christmas trees are not placed in the street.

Those residents wishing to drop off Christmas trees may bring them to the designated location at the Graydon Pool parking lot anytime from January 6 through 30, 2020.

For additional information please contact the Parks Division Office at 201-670-5565.

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Ridgewood Police Officers Kyle Finch and Jack Knudsen Recognized for bravery and Exceptional Service

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Ridgewood NJ, A very proud moment as Ridgewood Police Officers Kyle Finch and Jack Knudsen were recognized today for their bravery and exceptional service. They both received the Fifth District Hometown Hero Awards from Congressman Josh Gottheimer.

In the photo Ramon M Hache , Susan Traina Knudsen , Officers Kyle Finch and Jack Knudsen, Chief Jacqueline Luthcke and Congressman Josh Gottheimer at  Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck.

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Co-Ed Middle School Fitness, “Teen and Lean”, Fun with Fitness and Strength Monday January 27th!

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation has *POSTPONED START DATE* Co-Ed Middle School Fitness, “Teen and Lean”, Fun with Fitness and Strength, has been postponed. The new start date will be Monday, January 27th! Get off those phones and video games for an hour and get that body moving! Whether just to get a little exercise into your day or to get ready for those spring sports! Phil Ross, Master RKC and Certified Bodyweight Specialist, will make it fun and rewarding!

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Reader says , “I love all this congestion” , “More people more cars more shopping more spending”

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“I love all this congestion. There’s going to be so much more traffic from all these new condos being built. More people more cars more shopping more spending yes. And more of the things we never think about or talk about. Just think about 1000 more people living in the CBD. Think about all these people need supplies food services it’s going to be interesting. I wonder how much the town is receiving in taxes at all these locations being built. And what are we providing them in return just interesting just curious just a thought anyone now.”

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Readers says , “This $15/hr, more than anything else going on, will break our CBD permanently”

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“This $15/hr, more than anything else going on, will break our CBD permanently. Our CBD businesses are all getting by on thin margins now: restaurants & retail. Now the state will reduce those margins even more. Look for more empty storefronts. The No-Math crowd behind $15 in the village [Library/Hospital Cabal, Apartments, Garage] are also Murphy Voters. So as all the new parking [proven that we don’t need] comes online and the $20m bill comes due this year, there will be fewer businesses to pull shoppers who will pay to park to pay the loan. How do you imagine that it will be paid for [hint: your highest-in-the-area property taxes/fees are going up, Way Up]. Also, as businesses shorten hours to cover the artificially forced higher cost of labor, less need for employee-only parking as there be fewer people working in the CBD. All these facts were known before Ramon/Jeff/Bernie pushed the garage and the Library Glamificiation. None of this is all that hard to understand unless you are a Socialist like a Murphy voter or our VC.”

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Ridgewood Fire Department toured Chestnut Village and checking construction techniques and the non flammability of the project

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Ridgewood NJ, Work continuing at Chestnut Village. Dense element continues. Roofing continues. Getting our new retaining wall installed. When done the wall will be stained to blend more naturally. Wedding the vibration absorbing hvac mounts to the structure. Ridgewood Fire Department has been touring the building and checking out our construction techniques and the non flammability of the project. They also are familiarizing themselves with the layout and construction. We can appreciate their diligence and dedication to the safety of our workers and also our residents to come. Our switch gears are being installed for the electric as well.

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