Environmental Commission

The Leonia Environmental Commission was created by Ordinance No. 703 in 1972 making it one of the first environmental commissions in New Jersey. The Commission is advisory to the Mayor and Council and is charged with studying and making recommendations in areas of conversation and environmental protection, including but not limited to open space preservation, water resources, solid waste management and beautification. It is also responsible for the care of Highwood Hills, our Green Acres Natural Area. There are currently 2 alternate members and 7 regular members, including a member of the Shade Tree Commission and a member of the Planning Board. The Commission meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM in the Committee Room of the Borough Hall.

Environmental Commission Members:

Councilman Gil Hawkins - Liaison
Martha Lieblich - Chairperson
Erika Bacchia
Matt Brennan
Dr. Frank Livelli
Barbara Genese
Peter Shanno
Barbara Marchant - Alternate I
Paul Leibow - Alternate II

In addition to its legal obligations, the Commission also co-sponsors with the Shade Tree Commission the annual Arbor/Earth Leonia Day each May; organizes the fall cleanup of Highwood Hills; and participate in the Health Fair.