Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as a request for an ordinance change regarding solar panels, concerns about a Nixle alert related to a dog incident, and a request for assistance with a town tree issue. The council also discussed a bond ordinance to amend the original ordinance to add ambulance vehicle funds, the Best Practices Survey, and the Lead Line letter process. Resolutions were approved for payment of bills, a service-connected disabled veteran tax exemption, an interlocal court agreement with Allendale, a change order for the Boro Hall Column Replacement Project, and the submission of an application for project funding for the Lead Service Line Replacement Program-Phase 2. Liaison reports covered recreation, the library, the board of education, 10 Orville Court, the ambulance corps, beautification, the fire department, the chamber of commerce, the contemporary club, police, and DPW. The council also approved entering into an executive session.

The meeting included discussions regarding a notice of service line composition, commendations for the Ho-Ho-Kus Day event, and updates on affordable housing mediation and paving projects. Resolutions were approved for payment of bills, a bond anticipation note, permission for a Halloween Window Painting event, and the award of a contract for Borough Hall column replacement. An emergency procurement of paving repairs for Elmwood Ave was authorized. Liaison reports covered recreation, library activities, Board of Education updates, progress on the Borough-owned building at 10 Orville Court, ambulance corps needs, beautification projects, and police department updates. The council entered an executive session to discuss contract negotiations and potential litigation.

The meeting included discussions regarding amending the Borough Code to allow front-facing residential solar panels, and a request for a crossing guard at Hollywood Avenue & West Saddle River Road. The council also discussed affordable housing plans, amended tax bills, concerns about fire horns, and a joint paving project. Resolutions were approved for payment of bills, a corrective action plan, acceptance of audit findings, a street closure for a block party, the annual tent sale on the Town Green, a memorandum of understanding between the BOE & HHK for security cameras, appointment of per diem dispatchers, another street closure for a block party, forgiveness of solid waste bills, an award of concession for a bus shelter, and appointing additional members to the 250th Anniversary celebration of the USA. Liaison reports were given for Recreation, the Board of Education, 10 Orville Court, the Contemporary Club, and the Police Department. The council also approved entering into an Executive Session closed to the public to discuss contract negotiation/potential litigation.

The meeting addressed various topics, including an update on affordable housing, stormwater drain replacement on Franklin Turnpike, and concerns about new fire horns. The council approved payment of bills and discussed resolutions for the FY26 Municipal Aid Program, suspension of enforcement of Ordinance 38-1 for Ho-Ho-Kus Day, a contract with Cliffhanger Productions for Ho-Ho-Kus Day, and the appointment of a committee for the 250th Anniversary Celebration of the United States of America. Additional resolutions included awarding a contract to AJM Contractors for resurfacing Elwood Avenue, authorizing an agreement with Nationwide Life Insurance Company, and approving a certificate of completion and compliance with LMF HHK Urban Renewal LLC. Liaison reports covered recreation, the library, the Board of Education, 10 Orville Court, the Ambulance Corps, beautification efforts, the Fire Department, the Chamber of Commerce, the Contemporary Club, and the Police Department. DPW updates included galvanize pipe replacement on Elmwood Avenue and upcoming townwide paving. The council also entered a closed session to discuss contract negotiations and potential litigation.

The meeting included public discussions regarding garbage pick-up frequency and road repairs, particularly on Boiling Spring and West Saddle River Drive. The council addressed correspondence, including a resignation letter from the Borough Prosecutor and Planning Board approval for a change of ownership. The Administrator's report covered affordable housing, taxes, and the North Field lease agreement. An ordinance amending the floodplain management regulations was adopted, focusing on flood hazard areas and compliance with federal and state requirements.