Accomplishments
Allendale needs a leader with EXPERIENCE to navigate the ongoing complex issues we face today and in the future. Many town challenges rarely have simple solutions. Managing a municipality requires informed decision making, an in-depth understanding of how government works, strong relationships and sound perspective; all while keeping our town running efficiently, controlling taxes and delivering results that impact our daily lives.
Roadmap to Allendale's Future
Although there has been a great deal accomplished, there is still plenty more to do! Here is a roadmap we can work on together as a community:

Public Safety
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Complete Streets Policy- Retained traffic engineer to create a policy framework to design, build and maintain roads and sidewalks for all ages.
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In depth study of particular crosswalks and intersections
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Downtown speedsticks for illegal parking in crosswalks
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Support police downtown safety initiatives.
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Decrease truck traffic at 230 West Crescent
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Security camera installation for specific locations
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Continued follow up with $2 million ladder truck grant.

Parks and Recreation
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Design and build a new multi-sports area at the Red Barn with funding of multiple grants.
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Acquire 274 West Allendale Ave for open space. Establish a committee to design a park like space which will aid in flood mitigation.
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Complete Memorial Park renovations
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Continued field maintenance.

Infrastructure
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NJ Transit Lot rehabilitation- paving the lot, adding new spaces, signage and striping.
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Continued infrastructure improvements-mill and pave five streets per year and continue to replace Borough sidewalks.
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Continue working with county to address underpass flooding issues.Â
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Continued research on safe routes to school sidewalk feasibility.
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Sewer inflow and infiltration investigation and repair.

Strong Financial Stewardship
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Lessen the burden on taxpayers through continued use of grant opportunities.
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Out of the box thinking to combat unaffordability issues by attending various Mayor's meetings and participating in special municipal research groups.
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Zero based budgeting.

Good Governance
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Watchdog for new Executive Orders from Trenton concerning affordable housing.
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Advocate for healthcare reform.
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Transparency- listening to residents and providing forums of open communication.
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Continued excellent financial stewardship.
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Create succession plan with experienced people who will serve Allendale.

Resident Focused Leadership
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Continued support of our downtown merchants.
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Advocate for our seniors-provide additional programs and support to meet their needs.
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Continue with special community committees such as: finance, sports and environment.Â
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Support for all of our volunteer organizations.