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Sale of 2008 Sutphen fire pumper
The borough's old fire engine is being sold to Powhatan County, Virginia for $120,000, and the buyer wants it fast — so council converted the sale approval into a ratifying resolution.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026
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Ordinance 1659 Prepayment Correction
The $1.5 million borrowing ordinance contained a prepayment ban inconsistent with the actual Brentwood Bank note — the bank's paperwork caused the error. Council is advertising a fix.
1 mentionLast discussed Aug 3, 2026
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New borough council leadership
The borough council has new leadership for 2026: Amie Downs as president, Chris Kipp as vice president, and Daniele Ventresca as president pro tempore.
1 mentionLast discussed Jan 20, 2026