Sewer authority to study odor sources; council updates on Hudson A paving and redevelopment tax impact

The Waldwick Council heard updates on a sewer‑authority study into recurring odors and on several infrastructure and redevelopment items affecting tax receipts.

Public works committee chair Mr. Richie said the sewer authority passed a resolution to conduct a study to identify odor sources and potential mitigation strategies. He described the resolution as progress following prior meetings with the authority and said further testing results are expected.

Administrator and staff reported Hudson A remains a priority for resurfacing; the borough has 2025–26 NJDOT municipal aid for the project, and surveying and design work are underway. Bids are expected later this summer or early fall after NJDOT review and approval.

On redevelopment, the council confirmed demolition activity has begun on Harrison A as part of preconstruction. Resident John Revort asked whether demolition reduces the borough’s current property tax collections; the council responded that removing improvements requires adjustments to the tax roll and will slightly lower revenues. The mayor said the total current tax collected from the affected properties is not large and estimated a maximum of about $60,000; officials said the property owner has the right to remove structures and the borough will adjust assessments accordingly.

Next steps: the sewer authority study will proceed and the council expects test results; Hudson A resurfacing will advance through NJDOT review and bidding; council and staff will monitor tax implications of demolition and report back.