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Memorial Scholarship, Lightning Detection System Top This Week's News
Here's a look at the past week in Westwood, Hillsdale and Washington Township.
Scholarship Awarded in Elizabeth Fasciano's Memory
The Westwood Chamber of Commerce awarded the first piece of a $10,000 scholarship during the summer festival Saturday.The scholarship is named in memory of Elizabeth Fasciano, a Westwood girl who was just 7 years-old when she died earlier this year after having suffered brain cancer for much of her life.
Towns, Schools Team Up For Lightning Detection System
A new lightning detection system wil warn those using local school and municipal fields when weather conditions are favorable for a nearby lightning strike.The Strike Guard Lightning Warning System will be purchased jointly by Westwood, Washington Township, Emerson, Westwood Regional Schools and Emerson Schools. All of the bodies approved the purchase.
Bill Would Ease Restrictions For Flood-Prone Homeowners
he New Jersey State Assembly and Senate passed a bill last week which would allow flood-prone property owners to raise their houses to a "new and appropriate elevation" without having to seek variances from local officials.The bill, A3890, would allow homeowners to raise their houses to FEMA's new flood elevation standards regardless of what local law dictates.
Westwood Police Promotion Change Put on Hold
Westwood officials will wait before voting on a change to the promotion requirements in the Westwood Police Department.Councilman Robert Miller and the police committee have advocated for the requirement that officers hold a degree in order to be eligible for promotions be removed.
During a council meeting last week, Miller said he believed it would be best for officials to "take a step back and allow their emotions to subside" before they continue to discuss the issue.
Washington Township Wins Grant For Memorial Field Work
Bergen County has approved a request for funding for work at Washington Township's Memorial Field facility.The town applied for a $32,000 Open Space Fund matching grant for work on the open-air pavilion last year, which was recently approved, according to Mayor Janet Sobkowicz. The money will be used to repair the roof of the structure and buy new benches and other items.
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