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Ridgewood introduces three new department leaders, outlining utility and infrastructure priorities

Ridgewood Village Council Public Workshop · January 29, 2026
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Summary

The Village of Ridgewood introduced William Bierwas as deputy director of Ridgewood Water, James McGrath as director of public works and village engineer, and Neil Gallone as director of IT and GIS; each outlined early priorities including lead-service-line work, PFAS projects, bridge and signal bids, and expanded GIS access.

The Ridgewood Village Council on Jan. 28 introduced three new management appointments that officials said will support utility, engineering and technology work across the village.

William “Bill” Bierwas, promoted to deputy director of Ridgewood Water, told the council he brings nearly 25 years in water and wastewater operations and listed immediate goals: “my primary goals are to complete the lead service line program in all 4 towns within the NJDP time frame. I’d also like to complete the…

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