Civil Municipal Magazine Aug 2023

166 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 4, ISSUE 8 town have fostered a tight-knit community and piqued prospective businesses’ interest. Joukhadarian further elaborates on this dynamic relationship. He emphasizes how Montvale’s significant accomplishments have resulted in its name being prioritized in corporate searches for suitable relocation sites, an initiative managed by the state and county. Through a careful selection process, Montvale ensures that incoming businesses align with the town’s development blueprint. Turning to the future, Mayor Ghassali paints an optimistic yet measured picture for Montvale. As plans for new developments are underway, a pause is envisaged around 2025. This break will allow the town to reassess its infrastructure and the needs of its residents and businesses and contemplate future growth. One critical aspect will be considering the demographic composition of new residents moving in. Factoring in details like the number of kids in school or rooms in rented apartments, Montvale will fine-tune its plans to align with its population’s needs. The idea is to maintain a balance - to allow growth without compromising the quality of life and infrastructure. This is why the Montvale Planning Board has undertaken an expansive project to prepare an updated Master Plan for the Borough, with particular attention being paid to the elements related to Housing, Land Use, Open Space, and Recreation and Community Facilities. Given the town’s large one-acre and two-acre lots, there might be a temptation for more construction. But the Mayor cautions against overbuilding, reinforcing the need for a pause, a reassessment, and a more refined plan for the future. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Valley Health System www.valleyhealth.com Valley Health System is a regional healthcare system that serves residents in northern New Jersey and southern New York. It comprises The Valley Hospital, Valley Home Care, and Valley Medical Group. Key services include cardiology, oncology, women’s and children’s services, emergency care, orthopedics, and neurosciences. n Sharp Electronics Corporation http://www.sharpusa.com/ Sharp Electronics Corporation in the U.S., headquartered in Montvale, NJ, is part of Sharp Corporation, a global technology company. Sharp aims to help consumers and organizations of all sizes enhance their performance and adapt to the future through innovative home and business products and services. n Atlantis Management Group www.atlantismgmt.com Atlantis Fresh Market is a growing chain of modern convenience stores bringing an unforgettable experience to the communities we serve across four states. We offer high-quality food and beverages, and daily essentials through our company-operated fuel facilities with cutting-edge rewards and delivery apps to make every day easy. n KPMG www.kpmg.com n Wegmans Food Market www.wegmans.com