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Village Council meeting summary

RidgewoodApr 22, 20262 min read

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The Council adopted a $4 million bond ordinance to finance new PFAS treatment plants in Ridgewood Water.

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The bond ordinance authorizes borrowing up to $4 million for construction of new treatment plants addressing PFAS in the water system. The Council also introduced amended rules for sidewalk displays in the Central Business District, with a public hearing scheduled for May 13, 2026. Grant applications were considered for improvements at Citizens Park and restoration of the Ridgewood Train Station pedestrian tunnel.

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Adopted Ordinance No. 4095 on second reading and final publication, authorizing a $4 million supplemental appropriation and bonds or notes for new PFAS treatment plants.
Introduced amended Ordinance No. 4096 establishing rules and a permitting process for sidewalk displays in the Central Business District; set May 13, 2026, for the public hearing.
Authorized consideration of grant applications for renovating the Upper Field at Citizens Park, up to $67,320, and restoring the Ridgewood Train Station pedestrian tunnel, up to $541,880, according to the agenda.

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