Development News for Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Council Awaits State Guidance on E-bike Regulations Amidst Resident Safety Concerns

During the public session, a resident raised concerns about the policy for electric vehicles (EV) and e-bikes on sidewalks, citing safety issues due to their silent operation. The council indicated they are awaiting state guidance on regulations for these vehicles, expected in July, which will cover registration, insurance, and operational rules. While waiting for state legislation, the police department has initiated community outreach, including assemblies for students about safe walking and e-bike usage. The town and other municipalities are waiting for state guidance to establish local ordinances. The council plans to review local ordinances once state guidance is provided. Residents also shared personal experiences and safety concerns related to e-bikes and other traffic behaviors. The meeting also included introductions from shadowing students, where they shared their names, grade levels, extracurricular activities, and aspirations [cite: 295-361, 377-418].

Council Approves Payment of Claims and Accounts Totaling Over $215,000

A resolution dated May 26th, 2026, was presented for the payment of claims and accounts totaling $215,008 and $855. The finance commissioner or deputy approved these claims, and the chief financial officer certified that funds were available. The resolution resolved that the claims be paid and checks issued from the council's cash due accounts on the attached schedules [cite: 89-99].

April Financial Report Shows Balanced Budget and Tax Collections

The financial report for April 2026 indicated that the 2026 budget was adopted on May 12th, with final budgets loaded into the finance system. No accounts were over budget as of the meeting date. Total taxes collected in May were $11,004,168, including $11,372,772 for 2026 taxes and $28,296 for delinquent 2025 taxes. Payments were made to the Board of Education for their tax levy of $5,077,800.700 and to Bergen County for their tax levy of $1,490,990. The next tax bills are due on August 1st, 2016 [cite: 209-222].

Senior Bus Service Provided Transportation for Numerous Outings in April

The transportation report for April 2026 detailed the usage of the senior bus. The bus transported senior citizens (age 62+) to supermarkets and malls. In April, it went to ShopRite five times (average six riders/week), Aldi's twice (five riders/week), Walmart five times (for five seniors), and the Bergen Town Center six times (for six seniors). The bus also provided transportation to a Leisure Club meeting on the 8th. Senior residents can register by calling the senior bus driver, Marty, at 201-693-8124, or the Borough Clerk's office at 201-288-0195 [cite: 152-164].