Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "Wyckoff, New Jersey" in English language version.
Scanlan first came to public attention in 2005 when he helped organize a public protest of the proposed development of the Deep Voll Ravine property by three owners, including the parents of actress Tara Reid. Eight acres of the site were originally scheduled for 99 units under the township's affordable-housing plan, but in a property swap, it was eventually approved for nine homes on 13 acres. Scanlan lost his quest for a public park on the site, but won public approval for his advocacy and stunned the Republican stronghold when he was elected on the basis of provisional ballots over Republican Kathleen Scarpelli in 2008
...the School Funding Reform Act of 2008...determines how much money is awarded to school districts every year...The amount of funding a school district should receive is calculated based on the cost per pupil — a calculation based on many factors related to individual student needs. This total amount is split between state and local revenue, based on the district's capacity to raise taxes locally. The state is required to make up the difference
Brian Scanlan, the first Democrat elected to the Township Committee in 75 years, resigned on Election Day with a year left in his fourth term. In a telephone interview on Tuesday, Scanlan, who was first elected in 2008, said he resigned to devote more time to environmental issues...Mayor Thomas Madigan said he was 'disappointed' Scanlan announced his resignation on Election Day 'to upstage both local candidates'
Beth Fischer was named on Thursday to fill the Township Committee seat vacated by Democrat Brian Scanlan. It is the first time two women will serve simultaneously on the township's five-member governing body...Fischer will fill out the final year of Scanlan's term. Scanlan was the first Democrat elected to the committee in 74 years when he won his first term in 2008. He resigned on Election Day this year, citing his interest in devoting more time to environmental causes, one of his hallmark interests while serving on the committee. Fischer pledged to continue that concern
"Rubenstein's decision leaves one Democrat on the five-member committee — Brian Scanlan, her running mate in 2017" [Scanlan was replaced by Beth Fischer, meaning she was the only Democrat on the committee when she lost in 2020]
During her year as mayor, the Township Committee became involved in the public furor over the Board of Education's handling of the suspension of its middle school principal. The Township Committee voted in August 2021 to move the school board's elections from November to April 'to ensure improved communication' and 'full transparency'...The Board of Education responded by voting to move the April elections back to November the following month
Wyckoff completed the $3.1 million purchase of Russell Farms on Friday afternoon, according to Mayor Chris DePhillips...To fund the purchase, the township was awarded and $1,204,000 from the municipal open space tax collected from Wyckoff taxpayers from January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2011...the Township Committee obtained two extensions from the Bergen County Open Space Program in order to maintain and secure the $1,859,000 open space grant
Madigan, a current member of the township recreation commission, will be sworn in next week at the governing body's work session. He will serve the remainder of Connolly's term, which runs through 2011. Boonstra, Rooney and DePhillips offered their congratulations to Madigan, a 27-year resident with a long history of volunteerism. Madigan, who has coached many sports within the township's Recreation Department in addition to his duties as a commission member, currently is a member of the Wyckoff-Midland Park Rotary Club and the Ramapo Music Parents Association and the Association of Parents, Teachers and Students at Ramapo. Earlier this year, he served as a representative of the rec commission on the Master Plan Committee. He served 12 years on the Ramapo Indian Hills Board of Education and has been active in supporting the Wyckoff Education Foundation. Madigan is a director of the Elizabeth "Bitsy" Madigan Scholarship Fund, which awards scholarships to RIH students, is a member of the John Paul II Foundation, and has participated as a host for the Rotary's Gift of Life program
Dave Connolly's decision to step down from his Township Committee post was one he didn't make rashly, but was nevertheless necessary after careful consideration of his priorities. 'I've been agonizing for a long time," Connolly said, but "it's time for me to focus on my family.'...Connolly...had been the longest serving member of the Township Committee...First appointed to the governing body in 2004, Connolly has served two elected terms. His six-year tenure has included a variety of liaison and committee assignments, and he most recently chaired the Finance Committee and was the governing body's liaison to the Environmental Commission
Current Committeeman Brian Scanlan was re-elected and Zoning Board Chairman Doug Christie was elected to the Wyckoff Township Committee Tuesday, according to township officials
The judge hearing an assault case involving a Wyckoff Committeeman running for re-election next week said Monday that he will likely announce his findings in the case at the end of November. The ruling means the complaint against Comitteeman Thomas Madigan will not be resolved until after the election. Madigan and his attorney are defending him against a complaint that he allegedly assaulted a 17-year-old boy at a Ramapo High School football game last year
Madigan's future was uncertain within the township...Madigan got his day in court and was initially found guilt of simple assault last November, but a superior court judge overruled the decision last month
The Township...appointed former committeeman Thomas Madigan to...the Wyckoff Zoning Board...Brian Scanlan, the lone Democrat on the committee, said he was left out of the appointment process despite being...the liaison to the land use board...Scanlan...said two [other] candidates in particular had resumes that were noteworthy...Doug Christie...rebuked Scanlan, saying Madigan's appointment was apt...Kevin Rooney also strongly supported...Madigan, saying...Madigan's many positive qualities qualities were too hard to overlook
Rep. Josh Gottheimer has endorsed Democrat Carla Pappalardo for election to the Township Council. Gottheimer, a first-term congressional Democrat from Wyckoff who is running for re-election, said he was 'thrilled' to support Pappalardo.
"I'm a longtime volunteer in Wyckoff and I've worked hard to keep it clean, green, safe, and healthy...My running mate, Lisa Eidel, and I are committed to pedestrian and bike safety, clean drinking water, and protecting the environment while keeping taxes low. Open space and historic preservation are also important to us...In my first year on the Township Committee, I have successfully worked with my colleagues to approve a budget which resulted in a tax decrease, while still providing improvements such as road repaving, enhanced school safety, and recreational facility upgrades. I'm also proud to have supported raising the Pride Flag in town".
Because I believe that there has been an imbalance in Wyckoff's governing body. A balanced municipal government operates in the best interest of ALL residents, not the self-interest of the few. I think I can make a positive change in our community while helping to bring that balance to Wyckoff...In short, I'd say Urban Planning. In order for our town to remain the great place it is and desirable for all residents, we need to know what is important to everyone. Urban planning is both the development of open land and the revitalization of existing parts of Wyckoff. It is important to balance economic growth, environmental sensitivity, and aesthetic appeal...The fundamental difference is that Beth Fischer and I believe that every resident should be represented and have input into the decisions made by our municipal government. We believe that shared power provides the catalyst to improving our town because both sides can bring ideas to the table where they can be discussed and bi-partisan decisions can be made...The current office holder has failed our community by switching political parties mid-term. Elected as a Democrat, it was early into her 2nd year (of a 3 year term) that Melissa Rubenstein became a Republican. Wyckoff Republicans on the Township Committee do not seem content with having a majority. Why else would they feel the need to ask Dems to switch party affiliation?
Our opponents want to change Wyckoff the town we call home. We will continue the progress of why so many call Wyckoff home and continue to move it in the right direction...Improving recreational facilities, parks and pedestrian walkways, maintaining open space, ensuring school and public safety, supporting first responders, improving recreational facilitates, parks and walkways, support local business, and continue the investment in road resurfacing
Our opponents believe that Wyckoff needs to change. We believe that Wyckoff is a strong, inclusive community that generations of residents have grown up in and moved back to. Our shared Wyckoff values have allowed us to persevere even through unprecedented times such as these...The single most pressing issue facing Wyckoff is the reliability and quality of the utilities mandated by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Through litigation, outreach to the board and via our state level elected officials we will continue to press the BPU and the utility companies to provide the level of service our residents deserve
For the five-member Township Committee, Republicans Peter Melchionne (see profile below) and Scott A. Fisher are running to retain their seats. They faced no challengers in the Republican primary and still face none in the Nov. 7 general election.
The Township Committee will consider and adopt its 2019 Municipal Budget this evening. Ms. Rubenstein is particularly pleased that the budget includes technology and safety improvements specifically, cameras at the parks and playgrounds and funds to improve the infrastructure such as roads. The budget will also include funding for a video camera system to record the meetings which is expected to be implemented by the end of June.
