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WEEKLY E-NEWS

SAPLINGS PLANTED!

‍Organized by the Shade Tree Commission, an enthusiastic group of volunteers planted 79 saplings in the Willard neighborhood this past Saturday as part of the Village's Adopt a Sapling program, which was launched in 2023. To date, just shy of 200 saplings have been planted. Many thanks to the many residents who volunteered their time to "re-tree" Ridgewood.

‍UTILITY AND COUNTY CREWS AT WORK

Traffic in Ridgewood has been heavier than usual recently due to ongoing utility and infrastructure work being performed by Bergen County and PSE&G. To help reduce stormwater runoff, Bergen County has been making improvements to the storm drain system on Maple Avenue ahead of paving planned for the spring. In addition, PSE&G crews have been conducting emergency repairs at multiple locations in the Central Business District.

Please note that the Village does not always receive advance notice before PSE&G or its subcontractors arrive on site. We thank the Ridgewood Police Department for their immediate response in managing traffic during these unplanned disruptions. Please allow extra travel time, as road work in Ridgewood and neighboring towns is expected to continue through the fall.

‍HYDRANT FLUSHING IN PROGRESS

‍Reminder: As part of Ridgewood Water’s annual preventive maintenance program, utility crews will be flushing hydrants from October 26 through 30 (Sunday night through Thursday morning), weather permitting. Click here to find out when Ridgewood Water will be in your neighborhood.

Please note: You may experience temporary low water pressure or discoloration of your water. Any discolored water is from mineral deposits dislodged during the flushing process and is not a health or safety concern. Ridgewood Water recommends running cold water at the lowest tub or sink for a few minutes before doing laundry or using the dishwasher in order to clear the water.

Also recommended: bypassing any home filtration systems while flushing your pipes, as mineral deposits could load the filter membrane.

‍9/11 TREE PLANTING APPROVED

‍At Wednesday night's work session, the Village Council unanimously approved using the Open Space Trust Fund to replace the trees that are in poor health at the September 11th Memorial between Village Hall and the Ridgewood Public Library.

‍RESIDENTIAL FLOOD COMMITTEE TOUR

‍The Residential Flood Advisory Committee recently went on a field trip, touring the Ho-Ho-Kus Brook (pictured), Saddle River and flood-prone areas in the Hope Street neighborhood. Committee members observed conditions, identified areas of concern, and discussed flood response as well as ways to protect homes and infrastructure from future flooding.

‍DROUGHT WATCH
STILL IN EFFECT

‍The coastal storm did little to improve water supply conditions statewide, and below average rainfall patterns are expected next week. As a result, New Jersey remains in a statewide Drought Watch. All residents are asked to follow water conservation practices, and to use water wisely, particularly when using water outdoors.

‍PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT

The Ridgewood Police Department urges residents to stay alert following the recent coyote attacks in Bergen County.

Stay alert: Supervise children and pets outdoors, especially near wooded areas or after dark.
Secure your property: Keep garbage, compost, and pet food indoors or tightly sealed.
Remove attractants: Clear brush and fallen fruit that may draw wildlife.
Leash pets: Keep dogs on a short leash; don’t leave them unattended outside.
If you see a coyote: Call the Ridgewood Police Department. Do not approach or feed it. Make loud noises, wave your arms, or throw objects to scare it away.
If you or your pet are bitten or scratched: Seek medical care immediately.

‍INTERESTED IN SERVING?

‍The Ridgewood Village Council is seeking residents who are interested in volunteering to serve on the following Boards and Committees: Zoning Board of Adjustment; Library Board of Trustees; Citizens Safety Advisory Committee; Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board; Ridgewood Pride Committee; Kasschau Memorial Shell Committee; Ridgewood Arts Council; and Ridgewood Beautification Team. Get the details here. The deadline for submissions is November 10, 2025.

‍EARLY VOTING STARTS TOMORROW

‍HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION TOMORROW

‍LEARN ABOUT
THE LIBRARY

‍10th ANNUAL ELDER DINNER

‍Please make your reservations early for our 10th Annual "Giving Thanks" Elder Dinner! Many thanks to the sponsors and volunteers who make this wonderful event possible.

‍PROPERTY TAX RELIEF DEADLINE

The deadline to file applications for the following New Jersey property tax relief programs is October 31, 2025:

ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters) Program
Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) Program
Stay NJ Property Tax Relief Program

*** The Stay NJ program offers property tax benefits to eligible homeowners aged 65 and older. It reimburses applicants for 50 percent of their property tax bills, up to a maximum of $13,000, with a 2024 benefit cap of $6,500. To qualify, you must have owned and lived in your home for the full 12 months of 2024 and have an income below $500,000. ***

The combined application and instructions for all three property tax programs is available on the New Jersey Division of Taxation's website.

‍PROPERTY TAX DEADLINE

‍Please disregard the entry on the 2025 Village Calendar, which states that property taxes are due on November 3, 2025. By statute, they are due on November 1, 2025, and the grace period to pay your taxes without interest ends on November 10, 2025 at the close of business (4:30 pm). You may make a payment online or in person at Village Hall. Please note that fees are associated with online transactions.

‍COMING UP AT
THE LIBRARY

‍HALOWEEN AT VILLAGE HALL

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Keith Kazmark

Village Manager

201-670-5500, ext. 2202

kkazmark@ridgewoodnj.net

Carol Bialkowski

Director of Communications &