- NJ
- Hudson County
- 8/14/24
- 08/16/2024
- 287 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting on August 14, 2024, saw discussions on affordable housing in Journal Square, tributes to community figures, and urgent tenant safety concerns, particularly from residents of Portside Towers.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 8/12/24
- 08/12/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council met on August 12, 2024, to discuss and vote on various agenda items, including significant contracts and resolutions impacting the city’s infrastructure and community programs. Among the most notable decisions was the approval of a $2.9 million contract with Power Concrete for the Westside Avenue Improvement Project aimed at enhancing traffic safety and streetscape improvements.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 7/8/24
- 07/08/2024
- 119 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting addressed significant urban planning and community welfare issues, including contentious zoning resolutions for affordable housing and the long-awaited renovation of Pavonia Marian Park. The council also discussed the operational challenges of the Barry Lane Park splash pad, street closures and their impacts on traffic, and a potential federal prohibition on residential property purchases by large investment entities.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 6/26/24
- 06/28/2024
- 184 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Jersey City Council meeting, issues surrounding the enforcement of rent control regulations and the permanent installation of protected bike lanes took center stage. Residents voiced their struggles with illegal rent increases and poor living conditions, while others advocated for sustainable transportation infrastructure. The council addressed these concerns with discussions on potential policy measures and resolutions, including an investigation into software that could be artificially inflating rents.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 6/24/24
- 06/24/2024
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting was predominantly focused on a issue surrounding the future of affordable housing in the Journal Square redevelopment area. The discussion centered on a proposed ordinance amendment that would require developments with 30 or more units to include affordable housing. This proposal, which aims to address the need for affordable housing in the area, sparked a discussion among council members, developers, and community stakeholders regarding its feasibility, legal implications, and potential impact on the Journal Square region.