Congratulations

Wood-Ridge Lions Club

25th Anniversary

Beefsteak Dinner

Over $330,000.00 Raised For Charities

 

Monthly Calendar of Events

Click here for the Borough of Wood-Ridge Monthly Calendar of Events

Click here for the Civic Center Programs

Click here for the Senior Center Programs

Click here for the Senior Citizen Bus Schedule

Catholic Schools Week Dinner

Come join us as we honor Dr. Mary Ann (Bullion) Clayton, Bergen County Medical Examiner at our "Catholic Schools Week Dinner", Thursday, February 4th at the Fiesta, in Wood-Ridge. Tickets are $35.00 per person. Please call 201-933-0239 no later than January 22nd for reservations.

 

2010 Reorganization Meeting

From left to right: Councilman Dominick Azzolini, Councilman Richard Carbonaro, Councilman Thomas Gonnella, Mayor Paul A. Sarlo, Councilwoman Cathy Cassidy,
Council President Ezio Altamura, and Councilman Edward Marino.

The official swearing in of Christopher W. Eilert to the position of Borough Administrator.

The official swearing in of Paul Barbire to the position of Borough Attorney.

The official swearing in of Ezio Altamura to the position of Council President.

The official swearing in of Edward Marino to the position of Councilman.

Former Councilman Bob Riccardella was presented with a plaque for his
twelve years of service on Council to the Borough of Wood-Ridge.

Mayor's Letter, 2010 Recycling Calendar

Notice to Wood-Ridge Owners of Dogs and Cats

Chapter 134 of the "Code of the Borough of Wood-Ridge" requires all dogs and cats to be licensed prior to January 31st, 2010.  Any person who violates the above provision and upon conviction thereof, is subject to a fine of $7.50 and/or a summons issued, per pet.

Dog and cat licenses may be obtained at the Health Department, 85 Humboldt Street, Mondays through Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  The license fee is $18.00 for a neutered pet or $21.00 per non-neutered pet.  Licenses may also be obtained by mail.  Make check or money order payable to "Borough of Wood-Ridge" and include a self-addressed stamped return envelope.

Click here to download and fill out cat license application.

Click here to download and fill out dog license application.

As per New Jersey state law, rabies vaccination must be valid for the licensing year (earliest expiration date January 2011) before a license will be issued.

Please be advised that if your veterinarian determines that your dog should not have a rabies shot, an exemption form must be completed and returned with your application and payment.  In addition, if your dog or cat has been spayed or neutered, proof of neutering is necessary.

October 26, 2009
Update on Wesmont Station Redevelopment

Mayor Paul Sarlo and Borough Administrator Christopher Eilert recently met with Ralph Zucker, President of Somerset Development/Wesmont Station, to receive an update on the status of the Wesmont Station redevelopment project. Wesmont Station is being developed by three national real estate developers: Somerset Development, Avalon Bay Communities and Centex Homes, a division of Pulte Homes.

Mr. Zucker reported that the project has been on hold due to the severe economic recession. The recession significantly reduced the general public’s ability to obtain mortgages, which in turn, made it imprudent to begin building homes in 2009. Mr. Zucker stated that recent economic data suggests that the housing market is slowly recovering. He anticipates beginning construction next year in the Summer of 2010. This will enable Wesmont to begin marketing homes in 2011 when the housing market is projected to be fully recovered.

Wesmont Station will include approximately 800 units of housing consisting of single family homes and condominiums as well as approximately 120,000 square feet of retail space. Pursuant to state law, it will also include approximately 60 units of affordable housing. Given the Borough’s socioeconomic rating, families making less than $70,000 in annual income would qualify to purchase these units. Affordable units will be identical to the market rate units and will be intermingled with the market rate units. Wesmont Station will also include a number of public amenities such as a commuter train station, a new school, new athletic fields and numerous parks and trails for walking and biking.

Mr. Eilert reported that despite the delay in construction, Wesmont has made all the required tax and fee payments to the Borough and has fulfilled all its obligations to the Borough such as financing the renovation of the Donna Ricker Memorial Field. Additionally, the developer is still moving forward in securing regulatory approvals and permits. The project has already received all necessary environmental approvals. Plans and permit applications have been submitted to the Building Department and the Borough Engineer. New Jersey Transit has approved the train station which is currently being designed and slated for construction in 2010.

Press Releases Now Available Online

Press releases from the Borough of Wood-Ridge is now available online.  You may access this new area by clicking on the "Press Releases" button on the left of your screen or click here. 

NEWS FLASH

A recent press release has been posted. 

Title:

Wood-Ridge Reaches Tree City USA Milestone

Analysts Forecast Strong Housing
Market for Wood-Ridge

Wood-Ridge High School Ranked in
Top Third Percentile of New Jersey
Public High Schools

Mayor, Council & NJ Nets Celebrate
Re-Opening of Bowman Park

Borough Council Donates Retired
Rescue Truck to Moonachie

Upcoming Meetings

Thursday, February 4th
Municipal Court 6:30 p.m., Borough Hall.
Board of Health 7:30 p.m., Borough Hall.

Monday, February 8th
Library Board 7:00 p.m., Library.

Wednesday, February 10th
Recreation Commission 7:30 p.m., Borough Hall.
Historical Society 7:30 p.m., Bianchi House.