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Verona, NJ Township Council Meeting 6.22.26
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Corey Shore Appointed to Verona Town Council Following Candidate Interviews
The council conducted interviews for a vacant council member seat, ultimately appointing Corey Shore. The selection process involved autobiographical statements and questions from council members on topics such as municipal finances, consensus building, professional experience, and affordable housing. Councilwoman McGrath abstained from voting due to her own candidacy for Essex County Commissioner, which oversees the Parks Department where applicant Kate Hartwick is Deputy Director.
Verona Council Tables Potential Open Space Purchase Amidst Resident Concerns Over Process
The council discussed and decided to table a resolution to enter into a contract for the potential purchase of a 10-acre piece of property off Clarage Drive for open space. Several residents from Clarage House 1 and 2 expressed concerns about the process of the vote within their community regarding the sale, the handling of ballots, and a lack of clarity on future tax implications and project details. The council acknowledged these concerns and agreed to table the resolution to allow for further investigation and communication.
Verona Approves Ordinances for Burning Restrictions and Rescue Squad Ambulance Acquisition
The council moved forward with Ordinance 2026-25, which prohibits burning dangerous materials, garbage, and vegetation. The ordinance passed with a unanimous vote. The council also discussed Ordinance 2026-26 for the acquisition of a rescue squad ambulance and equipment, appropriating $390,000 and authorizing $371,000 in bonds or notes. This ordinance also passed unanimously.
Resident Urges Action on Bloomfield Avenue Safety Amidst Rising Accident Statistics
Josh Jacobs, a Verona resident and business owner, raised concerns about pedestrian safety and the negative economic impact of unsafe roadways, specifically on Bloomfield Avenue. He cited a recent traffic study documenting a high number of accidents and described a personal incident where a customer had difficulty safely placing a child in a car seat due to speeding traffic. Jacobs advocated for immediate steps to improve traffic safety, noting a lack of significant improvements over the past decade.
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