A representative from Ridgewood Water appeared before the Wyckoff Board of Health this month to describe the utility's efforts to remove PFAS contamination from the water supply that serves Wyckoff and surrounding communities.

Richard Calbi of Ridgewood Water told the board the company has taken "extensive steps" to remove PFAS — per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a class of synthetic chemicals linked to health concerns at elevated concentrations — from its water supply, according to the meeting's work session minutes. [1] Calbi outlined the treatment processes and ongoing monitoring efforts the utility has put in place.

"Ridgewood Water is committed to providing the community with high quality water," the minutes state. [1] Residents were directed to the utility's website, water.ridgewoodnj.net, to learn more about the treatment process and water quality data.

PFAS contamination has become a significant issue for public water utilities across New Jersey. The state has enacted some of the nation's most stringent drinking water limits for PFAS compounds, and utilities including Ridgewood Water have invested in treatment infrastructure to meet those standards.

In other business, board president Michael Sparozic reported that the Interlocal Service Agreement with the Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission — providing public health services including a Child Health Conference for Wyckoff families with infants and school-aged children — has now been signed and executed. [2]

Sparozic also confirmed that James Fedorko of Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission will serve as a guest speaker at the board's April 9, 2026 meeting. [2]

Residents were reminded that the annual free Rabies Clinic is set for Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Board of Health is seeking volunteers.

The board meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Town Hall. The next meeting is April 9, when Fedorko will present.