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 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.

Jersey City Council Faces Issues: Rent Control and Global Conflict

Overview: At a recent Jersey City Council meeting, discussions were dominated by two major concerns: the enforcement of rent control ordinances and the city’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Community members voiced their grievances over alleged illegal rent increases and the lack of city action against predatory landlords. Concurrently, impassioned pleas for a ceasefire resolution in support of Palestine echoed through the chamber.

Jersey City Council Advances Health and Safety with New Initiatives

Overview: The Jersey City Council has taken steps to enhance the well-being and safety of its residents through the endorsement of several resolutions and ordinances in a recent council meeting. Notably, the council has focused on addressing the opioid crisis, supporting local animal control and shelter services, and backing a retail cannabis business.

Jersey City Council Approves Ranked-Choice Voting Ordinance

Overview: The recent Jersey City Council meeting was marked by a decision to adopt ranked-choice voting (RCV) for future elections, subject to state legislation approval. This change aims to enhance the democratic process by allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference, which could potentially increase voter turnout and engagement. The ordinance was passed with strong support from the council and the community.