The Pompton Lakes Council meeting held on May 22, 2024, featured a variety of community updates and important discussions. Councilwoman Kilburn opened the meeting by sharing her recent engagements, highlighting her attendance at several local events.

Kilburn began by recounting her participation in the Rotary Club's beef steak dinner honoring Bill Bey, who was awarded the Service Above Self Award for his dedication to the community. She emphasized Bey's deserving nature for the recognition.

Next, she reported on a successful passport event organized by the recreation committee for local explorers, which took place on May 10 at the Pompton Reformed Church. The event featured decorations and cuisine from Mexico, allowing participants to immerse themselves in the culture.

Kilburn also attended the Stigma Free Walk for Hope, praising the turnout and thanking Ryan Gosiker for organizing the event. Additionally, she reflected on the Cahill fiftieth anniversary ceremony, expressing gratitude to those involved in making it a memorable occasion.

In her report on the library board meeting, Kilburn noted the appointment of one new board member and mentioned that there are additional interested candidates, with hopes of filling more positions by the next month.

The meeting progressed with a motion to approve the request from the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) John Hand Tri County Post 2906 to conduct the annual Memorial Day parade on May 26, 2024. The parade will assemble at 10:45 AM at the intersection of Lakeside and Jefferson Avenue, followed by memorial services at 11:30 AM at Veterans Memorial Park. The parade will conclude at the VFW post, where refreshments will be served.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the council's commitment to community engagement and support for local events, with a focus on honoring veterans and fostering cultural experiences.