Letters to the Editor
By JOHN DINICE-REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR BERGEN COUNTY COMMISSIONER
May 28, 2026
In light of recent coverage regarding the proposed communications tower at Ramapo Valley Reservation, it is important to clarify what actually transpired.Although the County Commissioners ultimately decided not to move forward with the project, this reversal should be viewed in its proper ...
I strongly endorse Liz Carr, Rob Saydah & Maureen Coughlin for Town Council. I grew up here in Glen Rock, moved away for a few years, and returned last year. I am really shocked at what has happened to our town.Where have the recent years and current Council taken us? Top ten in highest taxes ...
As Early Voting gets underway, the League of Women Voters of Bergen County regrets that it was unable to hold Candidate Forums this election season for candidates running in the County's six Legislative Districts (35, 36, 37, 38, 39, & 40). Candidates either never responded, declined our ...
I proudly endorse Elizabeth Carr, Rob Saydah and Maureen Coughlin for Borough Council. This election offers a real opportunity for change, and it is embodied in these three exceptional candidates. Liz, Rob, and Maureen understand that Glen Rock is being steered in the wrong direction. Key concerns ...
First about me: I have been a long-time resident of Glen Rock for 25 years. I volunteer with many things to bring our community together. I also work locally as a pharmacist at Rockridge pharmacy.Why this information? Because I wish the reader to know my credentials to validate the evaluation that ...
This coming election, I am enthusiastically supporting Jon Hendl, Seth Rosenstein, and Elizabeth Coll for Glen Rock Borough Council.Their campaign champions vital issues for our community: from fiscal responsibility and responsible development to public safety and revitalizing our commercial ...
Gas-fired power plants. Warehouses. Office complexes. Industrial developments. What do these projects have in common? They don’t just shape our environment; they shape our health, our neighborhoods, and our futures. And yet, too often, communities don’t know they’re happening until it’s too late.
As a young person from Jersey, I am excited to vote for Josh Gottheimer for Governor. Over the past few years, I’ve had the chance to get to know Josh– and he has always had my back. I’ll never forget when I lost a race for president of my high school class in 2021, leaving me ready to give up.
“I am disappointed with the newly approved budget. After reviewing the proposed budget line by line, I am dismayed to see no significant reductions in secondary or discretionary spending. During a time when many residents are tightening their belts, it’s reasonable to expect our city government to ...
I’m excited to share my support for Rachel Madley for Borough Council, because when it comes to standing up for our community, Rachel is exactly the kind of leader we need. Rachel has spent her career fighting for policies that put people first, whether advocating for affordable health care, ...
I’m proud to support Rachel Madley for Glen Rock Borough Council.Rachel brings a level of expertise and insight that’s rare in local government. As a senior health policy advisor in Congress, she’s led national conversations around Medicare reform and healthcare access—working alongside ...
This letter is written in very strong support of Elizabeth Coll for Glen Rock Borough Council. As a retired municipal police officer and current high school teacher I can attest to Beth’s civic responsibility and common sense that cuts across party lines. She maintains a focus on local issues that ...
As the New Jersey Assembly Committee on Ballot Design continues to hold inaccessible hearings, they miss a crucial opportunity to rebuild trust between the state Legislature and New Jersey voters. The ballot design hearings held recently have been announced without enough prior notice, preventing ...
I am thrilled to offer my enthusiastic support for Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski in their candidacy for Glen Rock Town Council. As a long-time resident, I have come to know Jill and Maureen as leaders with the vision, dedication, and capability to foster a vibrant and resilient community.Jill’s ...
I have been a trustee on the library board for seven years, and I am driven to continue working to ensure that the Glen Rock Public Library remains the community center it has been for generations. Jill Orlich has been a very significant part of continuing to improve our library. For more than 5 ...
I am proud to endorse Jill Orlich for re-election to the Glen Rock Town Council. As someone who has known Jill personally for many years, I can attest to her integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our community. Jill’s strength and her ability to remain calm and collected under ...
I am writing today to express my support for Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski for Glen Rock Borough Council. I worked with Jill on Council and saw her quickly get up to speed on all there was to learn about being on Council and getting things done. As a Harvard Law School graduate, Jill's ...
This letter is being written in support of Bill and AnneMarie Leonard with respect to the town councils upcoming election. There are several local issues that I would like to draw attention to, so that Glen Rock residents are aware of when they vote for the candidates for town council. #1 If ...
I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski for Glen Rock Borough Council. Having witnessed their dedication and commitment to our community firsthand, I firmly believe they are the best candidates to lead Glen Rock forward.Jill and Maureen are passionate about ...
I appreciate the service of the current Glen Rock Council, but I am hoping for new members who will prioritize safety, transparency and the democratic process. Following the May 21st shooting on the Wilde Park basketball court, I was deeply troubled by the egregious oversight and lack of ...
My mom, Jill Orlich, is the most special person in my life. Three years ago, my mom told me she would be running for town council and I knew she was the perfect person for the job. Everything I know about kindness and empathy I learned from my mom. Growing up, my mom always emphasized the ...
I am writing to express my support for Maureen Rozanski and Jill Orlich for Glen Rock Borough Council.I know Maureen as a neighbor, friend and activist in Glen Rock. Maureen is kind, caring, inquisitive and responsible. She is motivated to take action and to improve the world around her. Maureen ...
I will be voting for Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski for Glen Rock Borough Council in this year's election.Jill has performed very ably and has acquired valuable experience in her three years on the council. Having served as council president and as a member of the finance, buildings, recreation, ...
I know first-hand the qualifications of strong candidates. Municipal Government is not a corporation, there are rules, regulations, standards and policies which must apply. The best training for office would be a law degree, which Council president Jill Orlich has – from Harvard. During her first ...
I'm writing today to express my support for Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski for Glen Rock Borough Council. I have seen first hand how both Jill and Maureen listen to residents of the town and strive to make Glen Rock the best it can be. During Jill's current term, she's been involved in building a ...
In the years that Jill has been on the Council she has made a visible difference in the lives of the residents of our community. As a long-time resident of our town, she knows the people and understands the issues and concerns that we have. Serving as Council President, she has the experience and ...
Integrity, Competence, Commitment and Dedication. These are just a few qualities that come to mind when I think of what I want in a Council Person. Others would include: a meaningful stint in a professional environment that highlights the ability to work with multiple departments and understand the ...
We are proud to endorse Jill Orlich and Maureen Rozanski for Glen Rock Borough Council. Each of them brings unique strengths to the table, making them a powerhouse team for our town.Jill Orlich’s service on the council and her role as Council President showcase her dedication and effectiveness in ...
It’s a very exciting time for Glen Rock! We have the power to elect two outstanding candidates for Town Council who are solely Glen Rock Focused. 27-year residents, living much of their resident life cycle from raising their children from infancy to now being seniors that have become first-time ...
I’m writing today to express my support of Jill Orlich for Glen Rock Borough Council. Jill has made a huge impact in Glen Rock during the last few years, and I am confident that she will continue to do so during a second term as a Council Member. Jill is an amazing listener and her passion for the ...