- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/07/2024
- 75 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to revitalize Newark’s urban landscape, the City Council has approved a 30-year tax abatement for the redevelopment of a vacant hotel into a mixed-use building. The tax abatement, initially sponsored by a council member and seconded by another, will facilitate the conversion of the hotel into a structure that will accommodate both market-rate rental units and affordable housing, offering a range of options to residents in alignment with the area’s median income.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/08/2024
- 386 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent West Orange Town Council meeting was marked by a debate on the preservation of trees within the township, addressing amendments to the tree removal and replacement permits ordinance. The council grappled with the implications of proposed changes on property owners’ ability to manage trees on their land, particularly concerning the impact on the environment and neighborhood aesthetics.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/07/2024
- 136 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Maplewood Town Council meeting addressed a series of pressing local issues, with a particular focus on the township’s budget and capital improvements. The council reviewed amendments to the 2024 municipal budget, including adjustments to revenues and appropriations, and discussed the issuance of bonds or notes to finance various township improvements. Moreover, the meeting featured discussions on a shared service agreement for a Greenway project, redevelopment area amendments, and a new code of conduct for youth activities. Concerns about parking lot conditions and environmental health, including noise complaints from Maplewood Beverage Packers and air quality issues, were also prominent topics.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/08/2024
- 134 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Nutley School Board recently held a meeting grappling with a budget deficit, staff position reductions, and concerns over special education and academic program restructuring. The board discussed obtaining a state loan to address the immediate shortfall while working on a sustainable financial path forward. Public comments raised questions about the budget process’s transparency, the bidding for projects, and the potential impact of financial decisions on educational quality.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 5/7/24
- 05/09/2024
- 207 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest Millburn Town Council meeting, community concerns took center stage, most notably the rising crime rates and proposed environmental initiatives. The council addressed a surge in criminal activity that has left residents calling for increased police presence and safety measures. Alongside public safety, the meeting also focused on environmental proposals, including a resolution to increase native plant use in public spaces and phase out gas-powered lawn equipment.