It is with great sadness that Hackensack Riverkeeper informs you of the death of Ronald Vellekamp. Not only has the Hackensack Riverkeeper Board lost a vital member but the environment has lost a ceaseless advocate. Ron was a founding member of the Hackensack River Coalition in 1985. He continued his concern by joining the Board of the Hackensack Riverkeeper four years ago. A social studies teacher, Ron devoted his spare time to public service and environmental conservation. Over the years, he was a park ranger, historical tour guide, Boy Scout leader, recycling coordinator and he served on the boards of a myriad of environmental and social service association. He will be truly missed by his family, his many friends, and by the environmental movement to which he tirelessly gave his insight and wisdom. Margaret Utzinger Time to update your rolodex--We're moving! by Cathe Morrow Hopefully by the time you read this we will have taken up residence in our new home on Main Street in downtown Hackensack. We are progressing steadily but slowly. You see, it's busy season for the Riverkeeper getting all of you out on the river, so our time to devote to our new home is limited. We want to take this opportunity to thank everybody who has helped with volunteer work or donations so far. I hope we didn't miss anybody. So here goes - in no particular order:
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