- NJ
- Hudson County
- 5/1/24
- 05/01/2024
- 174 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 4/24/24
- 04/25/2024
- 81 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hoboken City Council meeting, one notable issue addressed was the denial of an application for a new parklet on First Street. The decision came after discussion and public comment regarding the notification process, impact on the neighborhood, and potential disturbances such as noise, traffic, and rodent infestations. The council moved to deny the application, citing inadequate notice to residents as the primary reason.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 4/24/24
- 04/24/2024
- 164 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hoboken City Council meeting, discussions on public safety budgeting and the approval of a parklet for a local restaurant took center stage. The meeting saw a motion to deny a parklet based on inadequate notification pass with a majority vote, amidst public opposition and concerns about neighborhood impact. Additionally, the Council delved into detailed presentations on the water utility and Department of Climate Action and Innovation budgets, emphasizing efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in city operations.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 4/17/24
- 04/17/2024
- 233 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hoboken City Council meeting was marked by a debate over an emergency resolution condemning the methods used by proponents of a proposed rent control referendum. The resolution, which accused the proponents of deceptive practices in collecting petition signatures, did not pass. The discussion was a focal point of the meeting.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 4/16/24
- 04/16/2024
- 224 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Hoboken City Council tackled a series of pressing budgetary concerns, with the spotlight on the proposed 2024 budget for the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Public Works, which outlined significant expenditures and departmental changes. The Council delved into the necessity of a new Recreation Leader position, the feasibility of in-house garbage collection, and the implementation of a waste utility. Additionally, the meeting included debates about the Community Development Department’s budget, particularly concerning litigation costs and budget overruns, and ended with a focus on the parking utility’s surplus and the ongoing traffic flow challenges.