Our Track Record
MANAGING BOROUGH FINANCES RESPONSIBLY & GETTING THINGS DONE
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Maintained the Borough’s AAA bond rating while lowering the municipal tax rate.
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Saved taxpayers $1.7 million through a new solid waste contract.
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Completed new Borough facilities for millions less than comparable projects.
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Improved roads, sidewalks, beaches, parks, and recreational facilities.
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Secured Highlands Council grants to help preserve our lakes and natural resources.
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Adoption of the Mountain Lakes 2025–2035 Fair Share Housing plan.
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Advanced state-mandated water remediation while pursuing outside funding to reduce costs.
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Expanded recreation and library programming.
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Invested in critical infrastructure that keeps Mountain Lakes safe and financially strong.
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Transparent quarterly review of financials discussed & shared at public meetings.
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Restored the historic Station property with State and Count grants.
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Collaborated with the Board of Education to enable the development of Flynn Field.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY &
GETTING THINGS DONE
Strong fiscal oversight and responsible stewardship of tax dollars.
We will continue to focus on stabilizing and controlling costs while completing necessary infrastructure projects and improvements, realizing savings through innovation and more efficient operations, while maintaining excellent services.
CARE
THOUGHTFUL DEVELOPMENT
& TAXPAYER RELIEF
Promoting sustainable economic development and investments in services to elevate our quality of life, address community needs, and deliver tax relief.
We will continue to simplify and clarify our zoning, encourage planning and growth that improves our economic well-being and supports the needs of our residents and businesses. We view smart development and investment as one of the best means to provide taxpayer relief.
PROTECTING WHAT MAKES MOUNTAIN LAKES SPECIAL
Preservation of our natural environment, historic character, and community spirit.
We will continue to protect and invest in our natural environment, historic character, and remarkably strong community. We value the exceptional engagement and volunteerism of our citizens, the caring and respect we demonstrate for one another, our commitment to inclusivity, and our Laker spirit.
RESPONSIVE & TRANSPARENT LEADERSHIP
Responsive, transparent leadership that welcomes and respects all voices.
We will continue to strengthen communications with the residents of Mountain Lakes and govern in an open and transparent manner. We commit to seeking public input, and cultivating participation from all segments of our vibrant community, recognizing that we are better when we work together.
