The Ramsey Borough Council meeting highlighted several community initiatives and public safety updates, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance local services and engage residents.

The Friends of the Ramsey Library are hosting their fall book sale from Thursday through Sunday, with all proceeds supporting library programs such as the museum pass initiative, summer reading activities, and Sunday concert series. Additionally, the library has commenced its weekly ESL classes, which began on October 7, and is preparing for its annual Boo Bash Halloween celebration on October 26, featuring family-friendly activities.

In recreation news, winter sports registrations are now open for basketball and wrestling, with a new clinic for grades K-3 set to launch soon. The Halloween parade is scheduled for October 26, 2024, coinciding with a trunk-or-treat event organized by the Ramsey Fire Department. The Ramsey Farmers Market continues to operate on Sundays, with a special touch-a-truck event planned for October 27 and a toy collection drive on November 10.

Public safety updates included the appointment of new officers in the Ramsey Police Department, with congratulations extended to Gaetano Belfort, Christopher Houlihan, and Jeff Guilfoyle. The development of the Ramsey Emergency Services Complex is progressing, with detailed design plans expected to be presented to the mayor and council soon. The project aims to replace the aging fire department and rescue squad facilities, with bidding anticipated in late 2024 or early 2025.

Councilwoman Judy Cusick reported on various municipal boards, including updates on the planning board and the Board of Public Works. She emphasized the importance of addressing PFAS water quality limits and the ongoing lead service line replacement initiative mandated by state legislation, which requires all lead lines to be replaced by 2031. Leaf removal efforts will commence mid-October, with residents encouraged to follow safety guidelines during the process.

Councilwoman Sarah Poppe shared her involvement in community outreach, including a presentation by Chris Heron on substance misuse prevention and participation in the Bergen County American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Walk, honoring the memory of a local family’s loss.

Overall, the meeting underscored the borough's commitment to community engagement, public safety, and environmental health, with various initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for Ramsey residents.