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Commissioners report on appointments, lead-line discussions, Memorial Day prep and utility work

Village Board of Commissioners of Ridgefield Park · May 21, 2026
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Summary

Commissioners reported a Deputy Municipal Court Administrator appointment, local grant and event updates, Veolia lead-line replacement meetings for about 50 addresses, PSE&G gas-main replacements and other operational items; the minutes record no public comment on these items.

Commissioner Gerken announced that Kyheon Park has been appointed Deputy Municipal Court Administrator and reported that the Environmental Commission received a $1,400 grant for the Nature Preserve. Gerken told the caucus that "the 2027 grant was rejected by Senators Booker and Kim"; the minutes do not provide further detail or context for that remark. Commissioner Portorreal said the municipal pool would not open that weekend and described Recreation and Wellness Campaign plans. Commissioner Anlian announced the Fire Department Memorial Service schedule.

Village Clerk Tara O'Grady advised the Board of a June 4 meeting with Veolia to discuss lead-line replacements affecting approximately 50 addresses; the minutes record the number of addresses but do not list specific locations. DPW Superintendent Rich Flynn reported Memorial Day preparations, playground mat installation at Fellowship Park, and a May 28 walkthrough at Veterans Park; Flynn also noted PSE&G replacement of gas mains and meter installations at households. Lieutenant William Morton relayed that Chief Cmielewski notified the County would handle traffic and crowd control for a County FIFA event.