Ridgewoood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report that on July 15th ,patrol units were dispatched to an Oak Street business on July 16, 2020 on a report of a lewd act. Upon arrival employees of the business reported the actor entered the business requesting to use a bathroom and was advised the facility was closed. The actor then exposed his genitalia and left the facility. A description was broadcast of the actor and patrol located the accused in the area. The accused was advised he is no longer permitted in the facility and the business did not wish to sign criminal complaints at this time.
At last night’s Council meeting, we introduced the basic ordinance for curbside pick-up, Ord. 3805, along with the ordinance that sets the fee at $100 per week, Ord. 3807. I attach them both here together
with the maps that Chief Luthcke and Sgt. Chuck drew up to show where the reserved spots could potentially be. In rough outline, businesses can join together with residents to underwrite a full day spot(s), pay
for 6 days, but the spot(s) would be reserved for 7 days as Grab & Go 15-minute parking that would be free to customers in cars. An occupant would have to remain in the vehicle, and idling would be limited to no
more than 3 minutes. Kathryn Schmidt and Paul Vagianos called in to stress the need for flexibility, to say that the program must be affordable, and that a half-day program would be more workable. Chief
Luthcke commented that requiring people to stay in the car excludes certain people unnecessarily. Mayor Knudsen said the CBD functions all day; therefore, to accommodate residents at risk for COVID-19, the reserved spots should be all day. Councilman Sedon said he would favor 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., but for now we should get this done. I also stated my support for passing these ordinances and amending them later if necessary, noting that 15-minute meters shouldn’t be moved.
Trenton NJ, Police shoot less when they have the right training. That’s why Assemblymen Brian Bergen and Gordon Johnson introduced bi-partisan legislation Thursday to dramatically improve police training in New Jersey.
“Police officers only reach for their weapon as a last resort. Without proper self-defense training, it becomes the last resort faster than it needs to,” said Bergen (R-Morris), who served eight years in combat after graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point. “I am keenly aware as a former soldier that in most difficult situations we fall to our highest level of training. Right now there are no training requirements beyond the academy for self-defense in an officer’s 25-year career and that is a scary thought.”
“I witnessed the RPD arrest of the young woman. They had already gently warned the kids against breaking any laws, such as obstructing a highway. The arrestee was using a megaphone to berate the PD and any law abiding citizen who would dare to come anywhere in the protester’s path.
Ridgewood NJ, according to the Bergen Recorrd a co-founder of Ridgewood for Black Liberation and her attorney are calling for state, county and local officials to investigate the Ridgewood Police Department after she was arrested during an Independence Day march. Thria Margareth Bernabe, 22, was arrested Saturday while participating in a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in Ridgewood, her hometown. She is scheduled to appear in Ridgewood municipal court July 23.
“I’ve read the article twice now and don’t detect any racism. Thoughtful and provocative, yes, which seems to be the problem for “progressives” and those who think they are, like some commentators here.
It’s great that young people are out protesting and showing solidarity with another group of people but I wonder how well informed they truly are and whether they and their parents (and some commentators here) are able to separate the basic, laudable idea that Black Lives Matter and the BLM organization/leadership, which has a distinctly socialist/radical streak which is much less acceptable to informed, mature adults. I suspect not.
On this day, 244 years ago, the Second Continental Congress voted to adopt the Declaration of Independence. Even though they had already declared independence two days earlier, the American people were so moved by the Declaration that thereafter July 4th became our birthday. Happy Birthday America!
Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella today announced the release of Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Directive No. 2020-08, Revised Internal Affairs Procedures and Public Disclosure of Serious Law Enforcement Disciplinary Violations. As we continually reassess how best to serve our communities and heal some of the divisions in our society, this Directive is one part of our effort to improve the procedures which guide and discipline our profession. This Directive is intended to address disparities in the way Bergen County police agencies conduct internal affairs (“IA”) investigations as well as the uneven level of discipline imposed on police officers among the various agencies.
Ridgewood NJ, When it rains, it pours! Ridgewood Police Patrol Officers Kyle Monton and Kyle Scarpa responded to multiple reports of ducklings trapped in storm water catch basins throughout Ridgewood on Monday evening, 06/22. Here, the two (2) officers worked to free a duckling that got stuck in a catch basin located on Kira Lane, Ridgewood. Mama Duck was quacking loudly nearby until Officer Monton released her young charge out of his hands. All in an evening’s work for Ridgewood’s Finest!
Ridgewood NJ,Ridgewood Police report that Patrol units were dispatched to Garber Square on June 12, 2020 for a reported suspicious occupied vehicle. Responding officers, Ptl. James Bigos and Ptl. Jack Knudsen located the described occupied vehicle on private property. Upon further investigation, a 21 year-old male from Washington Township, N.J. and a 18 year-old female from Franklin Lakes, N.J. were arrested at the scene for Possession of Marijuana. Both arrestees were transported to Ridgewood Police headquarters, served with complaint summons and then released with a pending court date.
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police report that on June 12, 2020, patrol units responded to the intersection of East Ridgewood Avenue and Cottage Place on a report of a pedestrian struck by motor vehicle in the roadway. Upon arrival, the pedestrian was conscious and alert and reported to have been walking in the crosswalk when she was struck by the vehicle. The Ridgewood Ambulance responded to the scene and transported the pedestrian to the Valley Hospital for treatment. Upon further investigation at the scene, the driver of the vehicle was issued a motor vehicle summons for Failure to Yield to a Pedestrian and provided a future court date.
Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report that an East Ridgewood Avenue business contacted police on June 12, 2020 reporting a person was causing a disturbance within the business and harassing the store manager. Patrol units responded to the scene and located the described male person who had exited the business at the time of arrival. Patrol units located the described male party who was determined to be in need of medical attention. The male was transported to New Bridge Medical Center for medical treatment and the victim did not wish to sign a criminal complaint.
Working with a profit-minded insurance company to get a fair settlement for you is not an easy task. Most companies want to settle for as little as possible. After the traumatic experience of losing your property, wages, and fitness, you deserve fair compensation.
Ridgewood NJ, Village Hall remains in full lockdown mode. Village Manager Heather Mailander estimates that taxpayers MAY be able to enter the building sometime in early July. The installation of sneeze guards at service counters is reportedly underway, but progressing slowly. Building permits are being delivered to applicants outside in the patio area. Police services remain available 24/7 via an emergency phone located at the parking lot entrance to Village Hall.
