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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Board of Education will be holding a regular public meeting October 14th at 7 pm . The meeting will be held at the Ed Center at 49 Cottage place .
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Jersey City NJ, New Jersey state legislators are stepping up in the ongoing debate over artificial turf. Senator Raj Mukherji (D-Jersey City) is leading the charge, urging the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to cease funding for synthetic grass installations, citing significant environmental and health concerns.
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Ridgewood NJ, according to Village Manager Keith Kazmark, all grass fields in the Village of Ridgewood will be closed tomorrow, Thursday October 3, 2024 for annual maintenance; application will be made for the prevention of grassy weeds and broadleaf. On Thursday, October 10, 2024 Maple Field will be closed for biannual turf grooming.
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Ridgewood NJ, plans to construct an artificial turf field at the historic Zabriskie-Schedler House in Ridgewood have been indefinitely put on hold after soil tests revealed significant contamination. The soil, which had been used to build a noise reduction berm, was found to contain hazardous substances, including lead, mercury, and two probable carcinogens: Benz(a)Anthracene and Benz(a)pyrene.
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Ridgewood NJ, Village Manager Keith Kazmark stated and an email, “Three to five inches of rain are possible this afternoon into Wednesday morning, with much of the rain falling in a three-to-six-hour period, according to the National Weather Service. ”
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Ridgewood NJ, in June of 2023 a Ridgewood blog reader commented on the return of the controversial historic preservation consultant Peter Primavera and nicely sums up what’s next for the Village of Ridgewood.
Continue reading Controversial Historic Preservation Consultant Paid Over $30,000 by Village of Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood moves forward with The Green Amendment, a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would give all New Jersey citizens the basic environmental rights to clear air, clean water, a stable climate and a healthy environment. Exclusion if you live in the Schedler neighborhood. Not to mention Ridgewood Water. @everyone Please listen to this and help the Friends of the Schedler Neighborhood
Continue reading Schedler neighborhood in the Eye of the Storm of the “The Green Amendment”
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Ridgewood NJ, the Village of Ridgewood recently hosted a productive and insightful public forum with the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Village Hall. The meeting focused on how the USACE can assist Ridgewood with flood mitigation efforts. Residents had the opportunity to share their experiences, concerns, and thoughts on the impact of flooding in the Village.
Artificial turf has become a popular choice for homeowners and businesses alike in Layton, UT, offering a variety of benefits that natural grass can’t match. From home putting greens to pet potty areas, artificial turf provides versatile and low-maintenance solutions for numerous applications. This article explores the diverse uses of artificial turf, highlighting its practicality and appeal in different settings.
Continue reading Tailored Artificial Turf in Layton, UT Solutions for Every Need
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Ridgewood NJ, since a man was shot at Wilde Memorial Park in Glen Rock,many readers have voiced concerns over who will be using the new turf field at Schedler Park ?
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Ridgewood NJ, at the Ridgewood Board of Education meeting on May 20, due to concerns raised by residents, it was discussed whether parents whose children will be playing on artificial turf fields might be asked to sign a waiver. This would indicate that there are known health risks to playing on turf, and that the parents are aware and give consent to let their children play. The superintendent was directed to call the Board attorney for an opinion on this matter. Stay tuned.