Civil Municipal Magazine Aug 2023

162 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 8 accommodate the influx of families,” he states. “While we need more housing, ensuring smart planning to support this growth is crucial.” Moreover, Montvale is making its mark as a medical hub, adding another dimension to its evolving identity. Mayor Ghassali notes the critical role of healthcare facilities in bolstering the borough’s revenue base and attracting professional talent. “Memorial Sloan Kettering has a substantial presence in our town with a 140,000-square-foot building. They also require ancillary services, leading us to encourage them to relocate these services to Montvale,” Mayor Ghassali states. Collaborative Strategies: Boosting Workforce and Fostering Business Growth Forman emphasizes that they actively address the widespread employee shortage through strategic workforce development initiatives. He affirms, “We held a highly successful job fair in conjunction with the Economic Committee, which engaged not only our local business THANK YOU, MONTVALE For welcoming us to your lovely town! WHERE QUALITY MEETS CONVENIENCE. If you're in the area, come visit us at 12 Railroad Ave, Montvale, NJ 0764 E Grand Ave Mill Rd Pascack Rd N Kinderkamack Rd W Grand Ave WE’RE HERE!