- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/23/25
- 09/24/2025
- 241 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board meeting on September 23, 2025, was marked by the approval of a significant amendment to adopt bird-friendly building standards into the local development ordinance. This decision followed discussions and public comments emphasizing the ecological importance of protecting bird populations from glass collisions, particularly given Jersey City’s location on the Atlantic flyway. The board’s decision to implement these standards reflects a growing commitment to environmental responsibility while balancing practical considerations for developers.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/22/25
- 09/23/2025
- 110 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council convened to address several issues, including the ongoing debate over a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for a development project on Grand Street. The project, which includes 413 residential units with 62 designated for affordable housing, sparked discussions about the necessity and implications of the PILOT structure and its alignment with the city’s affordable housing goals. The meeting also explored amendments to housing ordinances and redevelopment plans, emphasizing the need for community engagement and effective enforcement of housing codes.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/20/25
- 220 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City School Board’s recent meeting delved into several issues, including a debate over the adoption of a new code of conduct for board members, concerns regarding the special education system, and a detailed examination of audit findings related to payroll and human resources.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/17/25
- 09/21/2025
- 68 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Bayonne City Council addressed community concerns regarding accessibility for individuals with disabilities, traffic safety, and ongoing redevelopment efforts. The council also celebrated the designation of the yellow crown night heron as Bayonne’s official bird.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/15/25
- 09/26/2025
- 107 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Historic Preservation Commission convened to address growing concerns about the preservation of the Sherman Place Residential Historic District, facing significant public pressure to expedite the process amidst ongoing property sales and demolitions. The meeting, which also included various architectural proposals, was dominated by pleas from residents urging immediate action to protect their neighborhood’s historical integrity.
