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Archaeological Bombshell: 8,126 Artifacts Discovered at Schedler Property—Will Ridgewood Ignore the Experts Again?

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A “quietly posted” 2025 survey reveals thousands of historic treasures and a “Criterion D” recommendation for the Zabriskie-Schedler site. Is the Village’s plan for turf and drainage about to hit a prehistoric wall?

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ – A recently released Phase II Archaeological Survey has sent shockwaves through the local historic preservation community. The report, conducted by Richard Grubb & Associates and dated September 26, 2025, reveals that the Zabriskie-Schedler property is much more than just a vacant lot or a future park—it is a massive, intact repository of New Jersey history.

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Ridgewood approves Zabriskie-Schedler House as History & Cultural Center — what it means for the village

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Village Council voted on Aug. 13 to establish the History and Cultural Center of Bergen County at the historic Zabriskie-Schedler House, a circa 1825 Dutch frame farmhouse on West Saddle River Road. The move converts a long-vacant town property into a community hub run in partnership with the Ridgewood Library’s Bolger Heritage Center and the Ridgewood Historical Society.

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Ridgewood Residents Urged to Speak Out: State Hearing Thursday on Schedler Property Turf Field Plan

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The future of Ridgewood’s historic Schedler Property is once again at a crossroads, and Thursday, August 21, 2025, may be the community’s last chance to make their voices heard.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is holding a virtual public hearing at 10:00 AM to determine whether Ridgewood can move forward with plans to build athletic turf fields on the 200-year-old Zabriskie-Schedler House property on West Saddle River Road.

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Ridgewood Turf Field Plan Faces State Scrutiny: Historic Zabriskie-Schedler Site at Center of Controversy

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The fate of Ridgewood’s long-debated plan to build an artificial turf sports field at the historic Zabriskie-Schedler property may be decided this week, as the state’s Historic Sites Council prepares to issue a preliminary ruling on Thursday.

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Dirty pool? – Attorney claims Village of Ridgewood received preferential treatment from NJDEP/Historic Sites Council

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Ridgewood NJ, in a July 22 email to the New Jersey State Deputy Historic Preservation Officer Dr. Kate Marcopul, Hackensack based attorney George W. Wright voiced his concern that Village of Ridgewood officials have been given preferential treatment with respect to their application for development of property associated with the Zabriskie/Schedler house on West Saddle River Road, Ridgewood. Mr. Wright recently received a New Jersey Historical Commission’s Award of Recognition for his work in preserving the Zabriskie/Schedler House.

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Historic status sign taken from Zabriskie-Schedler House in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, a sign containing information about the historic status of the Zabriskie-Schedler house on W. Saddle River Road. was found missing from in front of the structure sometime within the last 24-48 hours. Thanks to an observant area resident, the missing sign has since been recovered.

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New Sign: Ridgewood’s Turf Field Project Halted Amid Soil Contamination Concerns at Historic Schedler Property

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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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Zabriskie–Schedler House Open House

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Ridgewood NJ, the restored John A.L. Zabriskie House at 460 West Saddle River Road will be open to the public on Saturday, June 8th, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. If you would like to tour the house, please sign up for a time slot below. Due to occupancy limits, attendance is limited to 40 people per half-hour time slot.

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Historic Preservation Office Approves Zabriskie-Schedler House Temporary ADA Improvements

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RE:     Bergen County, Ridgewood Village

Zabriskie-Schedler House temporary ADA improvements

Application for Project Authorization

New Jersey Register of Historic Places Act Review 

John A.L. Zabriskie House (SR 8/14/2019)

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Rich History Reawakens — Ridgewood Embarks on Restoration Journey of Zabriskie-Schedler House

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Believe it or not – Ridgewood’s rich history is about to shine again, as the town is set to restore the famous Zabriskie-Schedler House; the announcement may feel like déjà vu – however, circumstances are now different, henceforth making the restoration the community’s  main priority. Phil Dolce, a Ridgewood local, stated, “The restoration holds paramount importance for the village, the state, and the local folks.”Ridgewood’s esteemed structure remains close to their hearts which is why everyone is so adamant about this restoration project.

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VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING APRIL 12, 2023                         7:30 P.M.

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Village Council Regular Public Meeting Agenda

Village Council meetings are now available with participants at remote locations, connecting to conferencing software provided by zoom.us or by telephone.

Members of the public are invited to view meetings live using Zoom, which also allows them to “raise a hand” and contribute with voice and video when they are invited to do so during Public Comments as well as during Public Hearings during the meeting. Continue reading VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING APRIL 12, 2023                         7:30 P.M.

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Increased Police Presence at the Schedler Property in Ridgewood ?

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Ridgewood NJ, Residents of streets near the Schedler property have informed us of the seemingly increased number and frequency of Ridgewood Police Department vehicles patrolling along West Saddle River Road during the past several weeks.

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‘It’s deja vu all over again’ a Brief history of Zabriskie-Schedler House and Schedler Property-Park in Ridgewood

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Ridgewood NJ, Yankees Hall of Famer Yogi Berra once said ‘It’s deja vu all over again’ and when it comes to 90 ft. baseball diamonds at Schedler Park its certainly is .

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKSHOP AND SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING JUNE 22, 2022 7:30 P.M.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL
PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA
JUNE 22, 2022
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.”

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKSHOP AND SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA September 1, 2021 7:30 P.M.

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THE RIDGEWOOD VILLAGE COUNCIL

PUBLIC WORKSHOP AGENDA

September 1, 2021

7:30 P.M.

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