Jersey City Council Addresses Housing and Honors Community Pillars

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Jersey City Council tackled issues including housing, community recognition, and infrastructure improvements. One item on the agenda was the discussion of a proposal requiring all new buildings with 30 or more units in the Journal Square area to include affordable housing units. This proposal was aimed at mirroring the dynamics of the Inclusionary Ordinance. The council also paid tribute to long-serving city employee Maran for her dedication and service, as well as honoring Calvin Palmer as the Jersey City Senior of the Year 2024.

Jersey City Plans for Future: Historic Preservation and High-Rises

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board approved several major development projects and adopted updates to the historic preservation element of the city’s master plan in a recent meeting. The board granted extensions for existing projects, approved applications for new residential and mixed-use buildings, and discussed the impact of these developments on historic preservation, infrastructure, and neighborhood character. Key approvals included a new 50-story mixed-use building on Columbus Drive, a micro cannabis dispensary at 1704 JFK Boulevard, and updates to the historic preservation master plan.

Jersey City Council Tackles Opioid Settlement and Renovation Project

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Jersey City Council addressed a range of issues, with the acceptance of a substantial settlement related to the national opioid crisis and a major renovation project requiring resident relocation emerging as notable topics. The council approved a resolution for the city’s Department of Health and Human Services to accept a half-million-dollar award from multiple companies as part of the national opioid settlement. Moreover, the council discussed a renovation project at the Montgomery Gateway Apartments that will lead to temporary resident relocation and is slated to start before the year’s end.

Hoboken Council Addresses Safety and Youth Resources Amid Emotional Pleas

Overview: The Hoboken City Council addressed a series of issues during a recent meeting, which was marked by emotionally charged public comments following the tragic death of resident Damon Murray. Community members made appeals for enhanced security measures, improved living conditions in public housing, and increased resources for the city’s youth in the wake of the incident. The council also debated a new pilot program for loading zone enforcement, discussed the appointment of an acting mayor, and addressed the allocation of funds for various city projects.

Kearny School Board Approves Budget with Tax Levy Increase

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Kearny School Board approved a new budget for the 2024-2025 school year, which includes a 2% increase in the local tax levy and a significant boost in state aid. The new budget is set at $163,221,960, reflecting a $17,783,193 increase from the previous year. The tax levy will amount to $59,386,610, and state aid will see a 12 million dollar increase, totaling $81,533,078. Despite the additional state funding, the board has decided to raise the tax levy to ensure they have sufficient funds for future plans and to accommodate rising enrollment figures.