The council meeting featured a recognition ceremony for police and EMS personnel for their role in a childbirth emergency. The Economic Development Advisory Committee presented findings from a community survey regarding downtown Hillsdale, with the council agreeing to explore the Area in Need of Rehabilitation process. Discussions were held on various operational items, including sidewalk improvement grants, an Aldi application, and a resolution approving an employment agreement for the Municipal Clerk. Additionally, the council addressed resident concerns regarding parking arrangements near the high school and the regulation of alcohol at special events at Memorial Field.
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The Council meeting involved extensive discussions on municipal infrastructure and operations, including progress updates on the Memorial Field project, police activity reports, and Department of Public Works initiatives such as leaf collection planning and renovation projects. Various committees provided reports covering pool financial performance, environmental sustainability initiatives, ambulance service building improvements, and economic development survey findings. The council formally adopted a capital ordinance for recreational improvements and passed several resolutions, including authorization for public works building bids, contract awards for tree maintenance services, and the approval of the annual audit and its corrective action plan. Public commentary focused on roadway construction concerns, landscaping recommendations, and cellular service reliability.
Aug 11, 2026·Capital improvement plan
Borough of Hillsdale Capital Ordinance
A capital ordinance of the Borough of Hillsdale, Bergen County, New Jersey, authorizing various recreation improvements and acquisitions, appropriating $200,000 from the Borough's Capital Improvement Fund. The plan covers improvements to athletic fields, parks, and recreation facilities.
Aug 11, 2026·Board meeting
Hillsdale Borough Council Council Meeting
The meeting included the administration of oaths of office for new fire cadets and the recognition of a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient. The council discussed ongoing infrastructure projects, specifically the DOT road resurfacing project and the status of Memorial Field renovations, including turf installation and fieldhouse improvements. The council also addressed the procurement and installation of playground equipment. Finally, the police department provided an update on community policing initiatives, service call statistics, and recent detective bureau case closures.
