Hoboken City Council Faces Concerns Over New Police Contract Amid Decline in Recruitment

Overview: The Hoboken City Council meeting was heavily focused on the proposed eight-year police union contract, which has sparked debate due to its timing, economic implications, and its role in addressing a worrying decline in police recruitment. In addition to police matters, discussions included urban design issues and community feedback on development plans.

Concerns Over Traffic and Building Height Dominate Jersey City Zoning Board Meeting

Overview: During a recent Jersey City Zoning Board meeting, concerns were raised regarding the proposed development of a hotel and restaurant project on Newark Avenue.

Jersey City Council Faces Debates on Bike Lanes, Pool Fees, and Rent Control

Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting on February 26, 2025, focused on contentious issues including a proposed bike lane project, public pool fee structures, and enforcement of rent control ordinances. These topics drew public interest and prompted debates among council members and residents alike.

Jersey City Planning Board Approves New Cannabis Retailers Amidst Concerns Over Infrastructure

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board’s recent meeting saw the approval of several noteworthy projects, including two cannabis retailers, as well as discussions on infrastructure concerns surrounding other proposed developments. Key topics included the approval of a cannabis retail store on Newark Avenue, infrastructure challenges for a planned cannabis establishment on Tunnel Avenue, and the debate over a new billboard use in the Chapel Avenue Industrial Park Redevelopment Plan.

Bayonne City Council Discusses Historic Preservation Amid Ongoing St. Andrew’s Church Lawsuit

Overview: The Bayonne City Council meeting focused on historic preservation efforts across the city, with particular attention to the status of St. Andrew’s Church, a proposal to demolish a home on Airs Court, and the nomination of properties with significant historical value. Discussions were also held on the redevelopment of the Uptown synagogue and the potential landmark status for several properties, including a dry dock facility and local churches significant to Black history.