- 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
- 9/15/25
- 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.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/11/25
- 09/12/2025
- 239 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Jersey City Zoning Board meeting, a debate unfolded over a proposed development on Sherman Place. The project, which involves changes to a historic property, drew strong opposition from local residents who argued that the development threatens the character of the neighborhood and violates preservation standards. The board ultimately denied an appeal against the zoning officer’s approval, maintaining that the project adhered to existing regulations.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 9/8/25
- 09/09/2025
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting on September 8, 2025, discussed the potential expansion of the Jersey City Medical Center and the reallocation of city funds to address infrastructure needs. A proposed ordinance aimed at removing a deed restriction hindering the hospital’s expansion plans was a focal point, with the hospital proposing a $26.75 million payment to the city as part of the agreement. Additionally, the council debated reallocating approximately $1 million from council funds to the engineering department to tackle a backlog of infrastructure requests, highlighting the city’s resource management challenges.
