Jersey City Zoning Board Approves Community Center in Former Bank Building

Overview: The Jersey City Zoning Board meeting on August 6, 2024, saw the approval of a proposal to convert a former bank building into a community center by New City Kids Church, addressing the need for youth programs and community space. The meeting also included discussions on site plan extensions and variances for other properties.

Jersey City Planning Board Approves Residential Development with Height Deviation and Parking Changes

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board, in a meeting on August 6, 2024, approved significant modifications to a development project featuring North and South Towers, including increasing the building height and altering the parking system. The board also deliberated various other projects, encompassing cannabis dispensaries, retail facilities, and historical lot subdivisions.

Residents Voice Strong Opposition to Proposed Rent Control Amendments at Hoboken City Council Meeting

Overview: During the recent Hoboken City Council meeting, a portion of public comments centered around a proposed rent control amendment, which would allow landlords to increase rents by up to 100% when a long-term tenant of over ten years vacates a unit. The majority of speakers expressed strong opposition to the amendment, citing concerns about its potential impact on vulnerable residents and the broader community.

Hoboken School Board Extends Superintendent’s Contract Amid Enrollment and Program Growth

Overview: During a recent Hoboken School Board meeting, the primary focus was the approval of a five-year contract extension for Superintendent Dr. Christine Johnson. The board expressed strong satisfaction with Dr. Johnson’s leadership, citing her role in transforming the district into one of the top-performing in Hudson County. The contract, set to run from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2029, was presented for public feedback, although no public comments were recorded at the time.

Kearny School Board Addresses Federal Grants and Student Assessments

Overview: The Kearny School Board recently held a meeting that encompassed discussions on federal grants, student assessments, and cultural inclusivity within the school district. The primary focus was the presentation of a collaborative audit report for the school year 2324 federal grants and the analysis of the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) scores.