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Bergen County adopts 2025 budget unanimously, commissioners highlight services and capital projects
Summary
The Bergen County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the county2025 budget (resolution 6-14-25) after a public hearing with no speakers. Commissioners and the county executive highlighted investments in public safety, human services, education and capital projects and described the budget as a reflection of county priorities.
The Bergen County Board of Commissioners voted 7-0 on June 14 to adopt the 2025 Bergen County budget, approving resolution 6-14-25 after a public hearing at which no members of the public spoke. The board moved the resolution to nonconsent, opened a brief public hearing, then adopted the budget by roll call vote.
Commissioners said the budget prioritizes public safety, human services and infrastructure while preserving reserve levels. "Budgeting is about priorities," Budget Chairman Steve Tonelli said, thanking the chief financial officer, treasurer and department heads for the line-by-line review. County Executive Jim Tedesco described the budget as "the…
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