Hahahaha, the “pompous anonymous” poster wants everyone else’s anonymity revealed. Maybe old Halaby can coin a phrase for such a person….POMPANYMOUS. Guess what, you can’t know who all the anonymous posters are, even though we have pretty much figured out who YOU are. hahaha
Ridgewood News only covers one Council member, Jeff Voight. That ought to tell you something. JV is front and center in every video, photo and news story. It’s very apparent that they are no longer a newspaper. The Ridgewood News is a public relations platform catering to a select group who share the same personal agendas. The same applies to the highly censored Facebook page, Ridgewood Mom and Dads. ————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————- Thank Good for this blog and two worthy community Facebook pages, It takes a Ridgewood Village and Ridgewood Moms and Dads with FREE SPEECH.
photos courtesy of Boyd Loving
September 27,2017
Ridgewood NJ, Three (3) gallons of liquid chlorine spilled inside of a utility building at the Ridgewood Water Company facility, 205 East Glen Avenue, Ridgewood on Tuesday morning, 09/26. An adult male who sustained serious injuries related to the spill was rushed to The Valley Hospital by a Ridgewood EMS ambulance. Paramedics from The Valley Hospital assisted Ridgewood EMTs. Ridgewood Police and Fire Department also responded.
Road Closure updates Wednesday 9/27/17
September 26,2017
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, PSE&G will be moving their gas line upgrade project to Doremus Ave beginning Wednesday September 27th. Through Friday September 29th. East Ridgewood Ave will be open to traffic in both directions the remainder of the week.
Apparently you do not understand the word ANONYMOUS. The entire success of The Blog is that it enables people (like YOU) to post ANONYMOUSLY. Clearly you do not want to be identified, you just want to send out anonymous snarky comments. But you are reading the blog, you are posting on the blog, so obviously you enjoy the blog. You have heard the old expression that you cannot have your cake and eat it too. Well, you cannot post anonymously and expect everyone else to be identified. There is a word for people like you, In fact there are are a few words for people like you. At the risk of being impolite while I post anonymously, let me just say that you are apparently not a rocket scientist.
Village Council Special Public Meeting
VILLAGE COUNCIL
SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017
7:30 P.M.
Call to Order – Mayor
Statement of Compliance with the Open Public Meeting Act
MAYOR: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided
by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall,
by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this meeting.”
Roll Call
RESOLUTIONS
17-285 Award Contract Under State Contract – 2 Chevrolet Tahoes – Police Department (NTE $73,000)
17-286 Award Contract Under State Contract – Emergency Equipment for 2 Tahoes (NTE $27,000)
17-287 Award Contract – Radar System for Police Vehicles (NTE $3,300)
17-288 Award Contract Under State Contract – VHF/UHF Radios for Police Vehicles ($17,000)
17-289 Award Contract – Striping of Police Vehicles (NTE $3,000)
17-290 Approve Central Valet Pilot Program in Central Business District
Adjournment
Village Council’s Public Workshop
THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL’S
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 7:30 P.M.
1. 7:30 pm – Call to Order – Mayor
2. Statement of Compliance with Open Public Meeting Act Mayor: “Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by a posting on the bulletin board in Village Hall, by mail to the Ridgewood News, The Record, and by submission to all persons entitled to same as provided by law of a schedule including the date and time of this meeting.”
3. Roll Call – Village Clerk
4. Flag Salute/Moment of Silence
5. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 3 Minutes per Person – 40 Minutes in Total)
6. Discussion
b. Budget
1. Award of Contract – Two 2017 SUVs and Vehicle Equipment
7. Motion to Suspend Work Session and Convene Special Public Meeting
8. Special Public Meeting – See Attached Agenda
9. Motion to Adjourn Special Public Meeting and Reconvene Work Session
10. Presentation
a. Eagle Scout Project
b. Historic Presentation – Bergen County Clerk
c. REAC – Ban Plastic Bags
11. Discussion (continued)
a. Ridgewood Water
1. Award of Change Order – Professional Services for Glen Tank Rehabilitation
2. Authorizing Lease of Co-Location of Wireless Telecommunication Antennas – Glen Avenue Tank
b. Budget (continued)
2. Award Contract – Recapped Tires
3. Award Partial Contract – Tree Planting
4. Award State Contract – Ford F250 Pickup with Plow – Engineering Department
5. Award Professional Services Contract – Professional Engineering Services – Improvement to HVAC System in Village Hall
12. Manager’s Report
13. Council Reports
14. Public Comments (Not to Exceed 5 Minutes per Person)
15. Resolution to go into Closed Session
16. Closed Session
A. Legal – COAH
B. Personnel/Contract Negotiations – Supervisors Union Contract
C. Contract Negotiations –
D. Personnel – Boards & Committees
17. Adjournment
September 25,2017
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Police report that on September 15, a North Pleasant Avenue resident responded to Ridgewood Police headquarters to report a fraud. The reporting party advised she had responded to job opportunity on the internet and provided personal information.
Shortly thereafter she received a check in the mail with instructions to deposit the check. The reporting party determined this was suspicious and reported the incident.
All I know is certain individuals in Village hall are so concerned about certain posts on this blog, we find it extremely funny These certain individuals watch the blog more than any of the press in the area. They know they cannot control the blog like they did with other newspapers. In the old days the woman’s club, the ridgewood realtors, and a few others controlled everything. Nowadays people trust The blog more than the press. why because people can speak from there Gut , not from their ass. And the powers to be don’t like it. We the people saying too damn bad.
I was struck Sept. 11 by the fact that the Ridgewood does not have a village-wide sponsored memorial service. I realize that there is an ongoing display in the library and that Mt. Carmel Catholic Church held a mass. Mt. Carmel represents an important part of the community, but it is not a Village government-sponsored gathering. I contrast this with our other holidays. Each year residents gather to remember Martin Luther’s message with a march through town. Veterans service is recognized on Memorial Day with speeches at the column in Van Ness Park. We have a huge July 4 parade and celebration to commemorate the nation’s founding. I was disappointed that there wasn’t a more public memorial service for 9/11.
Each year, my wife and I participate in the Glen Rock 9/11 service. We did so again this year. It is a simple event with music and several survivors sharing their experiences. Several reflected on the profound changes in their lives that were a direct result of that terrorist act. The mayor speaks for the town. A member of the town’s religious community offers their thoughts. It concludes with a reading of the names of the 11 Glen Rockers that died. Many of those that attended were not family members of those who died. They were, however, mourning for missing friends and neighbors that needed the public affirmation of their loss.
One of the important aspects of a community memorial is the education of our kids. We do a lot to educate them about 9/11 in the public schools. A town-wide service would drive home many of the lessons they learn and emphasize the direct links between the Village and the tragedy. At the Glen Rock service, Boy Scouts handed out candles, the high school choir sang and children of all ages were moved by the impact the gathering had on their parents.
September 11, 2001 was a terrible event. In the aftermath, there was a period of good will and cooperation that reaffirmed all that is good in America. Annual public commemorations are important reminders of why this is a special country. Just as we remember July 4, Martin Luther King and Memorial Day, having the local government leaders gather the community together in public to remember who we are is important to our fabric as a community.
Our community was deeply and permanently impacted by the World Trade Center attack. We need an annual Village sponsored 9/11 memorial service.
James A. Morgan is a member of the Ridgewood Board of Education. He has written this letter in a personal, non-official manner
Ridgewood
President Donald J. Trump Proclaims September 24, 2017, as Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
As we solemnly observe Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, we honor and extend our deepest gratitude to the families of military service members who gave their last full measure of devotion to our country. Gold Star families have paid the ultimate price for our Nation’s freedom with the life of their loved ones. Our grateful Nation grieves with them in their loss, but also shares their pride in the selfless service of their sons and daughters.
Our country is built on the sacrifices of men and women who have willingly raised their hand to defend our Nation and its security. As members of our Armed Forces take an oath to protect our freedoms and liberty, they understand the gravity of their commitment to defend our way of life. And when that commitment results in the ultimate sacrifice, we come together as a Nation to walk beside the devoted families left behind and help them shoulder the vast absence they forever bear. Their loved ones did not die in vain. They gave of themselves to protect and defend the freedoms we all enjoy. Despite their grief, these families bravely move forward with dignity and grace.
Despite having endured unfathomable loss, many Gold Star families have turned their sorrow into action and community outreach to help others navigate this difficult journey. Their compassion, courage, determination, and strength inspire us all.
When the last rifle volley is fired, the final note of Taps echoes and fades away, and the carefully-folded National Colors are presented, it is our sacred duty to stand with these patriotic families to ensure they receive the care, compassion, and respect they have earned. On this day of remembrance, we pay tribute to those brave men and women in uniform who died protecting our great Nation, and we stand with the families who nurtured and loved them. Gold Star families have our sympathy, but more importantly, they have our respect and our gratitude.
The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 115 of June 23, 1936 (49 Stat. 1895 as amended), has designated the last Sunday in September as “Gold Star Mother’s Day.”
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim September 24, 2017, as Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day. I call upon all Government officials to display the flag of the United States over Government buildings on this special day. I also encourage the American people to display the flag and hold appropriate ceremonies as a public expression of our Nation’s gratitude and respect for our Gold Star Mothers and Families.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day of September, in the year of our Lord two thousand seventeen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.
DONALD J. TRUMP
September 24,2017
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, When you post today on Facebook or Instagram, you’ll likely reach thousands of folks very quickly. You’ll share a great idea or thought that could change the lives of many people.
Five hundred years ago, when you wanted to share your ideas, you posted them on the Church door. Martin Luther did just that, and probably didn’t have a clue that his post would turn the Church or his life upside down much less that his post would be celebrated for years to come.
This October 29, 2017 marks the 500th year since Martin Luther made his famous post. Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Ridgewood has planned a full day of special activities to mark this anniversary. Please join us at 155 Linwood Avenue, Ridgewood.
A communion worship service will be offered at 10:45 AM. A brunch is being offered at noon (Please sign up on our website, www.bethlehemchurch.live, so we can sure to have enough food). A festival worship is offered at 1:30 PM with the collaboration of the Ars Música Chorale directed by world renowned organist James Kennerley. A reception will follow for all to meet and greet the Chorale and the Bethlehem Congregation.
You don’t have to be Lutheran to attend, nor do you need to wear your Sunday best! This is an opportunity to hear great music, exhilarating organ selections from Mr. Kennerley and getting to hear about Jesus.
More information and the brunch registration may be found at www.bethlehemchurch.live. You may also call the church office at 201-444-3600 (ext. 200) with any questions.
September 24,2017
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ , Ridgewood Police report a string of shoplifting incidents in the central business district in mid September.
Ptl. Brandon Donnelly responded to a Franklin Avenue business on September 15, to investigate a report of a Shoplifting in the past. Upon arrival the asset protection associate reported a female party stole merchandise valued at approximately $300 from the business on 9/12/17. Security video was provided to the Ridgewood Detective Bureau for their investigation.
Ptl. Brandon Donnelly responded again on September 15, to investigate a report of a shoplifting in the past at a Franklin Avenue business. The asset protection associate reported discovering two unknown actors stole over $300 in merchandise from the business between 9/12/17 – 9/14/17. The asset protection associate provided additional security videos to the Ridgewood Detective Bureau for investigation.
On September 15, a Wilsey Square business reported a shoplifting in the past. The business reported a female party placed approximately $150 in merchandise in her pockets and left the business without making payment. Ptl. Douglas Christopher investigated the incident.
September 24,2017
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Police report a string of Bicycles stolen in the Village continuing a trend from the last couple of months .
A Pershing Avenue resident responded to Ridgewood Police headquarters on September 14, to report a bicycle theft. The victim reported his locked bicycle was stolen from the rear of the Ridgewood Library. The bicycle was described as a Trek mountain bike black and blue in color and valued at approximately $400.
On September 17, a South Van Dien Avenue residence reported a theft of a bicycle from the rear of the Ridgewood Library. The bicycle was reported to have been left at the bike rack unlocked on that date. The bicycle was described as a Kent Trailblast female mountain bike valued at approximately $200.
On September 18, a Hoboken, N.J. resident reported a bicycle theft occurred in the past at Station Plaza. The victim reported the bicycle and cable lock were removed from the platform area on 9/15/17. The bicycle was described as a Dahon Matrix hybrid bicycle valued at approximately $600. The Ridgewood Detective Bureau is investigating the incident.
hahaha, you would be surprised, very surprised, at some of the individuals who write for the blog. All sorts of people contribute news and information and write stories for THE BLOG. And commentators – people who HATE the blog contribute anonymously and try to pretend on facebook that they hate the blog. The “haters” posture and preach on Facebook how horrible the blog is, and all the while they are drawing attention to it and hoping everyone will read it so their own nasty posts can be seen and digested. A certain councilman who will not be named (but you all know who he is) checks the blog many times a day and comments on his own behalf. The husband of a former councilwoman abonymously posted slamming lies about another councilman. The blog is an organism, it is alive, it , Who knows, might even be YOU!
if you dislike the anonymity, why do you post anonymously? If you hate THE BLOG, why do you read the blog? No one makes you look at the blog. Your pomposity narrows you down to a handful of open blog-haters who read and post regularly. What a two-face. Pitiful.
