Jersey City Council Debates Pomo Center Project Amid Community Concerns

Overview: During the recent Jersey City Council meeting, debate emerged over the proposed ordinance related to the Pomo Center project. Council members expressed frustration over the administration’s lack of detailed budget information, with concerns about the financial implications and the absence of a clear funding mechanism for the project’s buildout. The ordinance’s introduction was contentious, with calls for more community engagement and skepticism about the administration’s diligence in financial assessments.

Jersey City Planning Board Approves 99 Monitor Street Amendment and Discusses Subdivision Proposals

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board convened on September 10, 2024, addressing significant amendments and proposals, including an administrative amendment for a property on Monitor Street and major subdivision plans for the Bell Fuse building site in the Tidewater Basin Redevelopment Plan area.

Jersey City Council Debates Tax Abatements, Cultural Institution in Journal Square

Overview: The Jersey City Council meeting on September 9, 2024, focused on discussions surrounding tax abatements, the development of a cultural institution in Journal Square, and various community and infrastructure projects.

Jersey City Planning Board Approves New Cannabis Cultivation Facility on Forest Avenue

Overview: The Jersey City Planning Board convened recently to deliberate on several development proposals, most notably the approval of a cannabis cultivation facility on Forest Avenue. Eli Terry, a class one cultivator and legacy operator, outlined the project’s focus on craft cannabis, addressing community concerns about odor mitigation and security.

Jersey City Grapples with Oversaturation of Cannabis Dispensaries on Newark Avenue

Overview: During the recent Jersey City Cannabis Control Board meeting, concerns were raised about the rising concentration of cannabis dispensaries on Newark Avenue. This issue has sparked discussions about community impact, economic implications, and the board’s responsibilities in regulating the cannabis industry within the city.