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- 6/18/25
- 06/24/2025
- 78 Minutes
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Overview: During the recent Bayonne City Council meeting, attention was given to the controversial USDA contract for the lethal management of Canada geese, as well as various redevelopment initiatives. Public comments were dominated by the contentious issue of the USDA’s involvement in gassing geese, with several residents and representatives from the Animal Protection League of New Jersey voicing their opposition. Pamela Stur, a representative who was not a Bayonne resident, expressed her disapproval of the practice, characterizing it as inhumane due to reports that gassing can take up to 45 minutes. Stur suggested that habitat modification could be a more cost-effective and humane alternative. Dorene Frager, also from the Animal Protection League, provided data on the number of geese killed across city parks and urged for non-lethal methods. She stated, “Killing has not and will not solve Bayonne’s conflict with geese.”
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 6/16/25
- 06/24/2025
- 55 Minutes
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Overview: The Bayonne City Council’s recent meeting focused heavily on zoning variance applications, particularly the proposal for a three-story two-family house on East 11th Street. The project required multiple variances due to the undersized lot, sparking a discussion on the balance between development needs and neighborhood compatibility. Key topics included the proposed building’s impact on sightlines, parking arrangements, and adherence to zoning laws, with council members and experts weighing in on these crucial elements.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 5/27/25
- 06/11/2025
- 32 Minutes
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Overview: The Bayonne City Council meeting was dominated by discussions on historic preservation, with focus on the recent unauthorized interior removals at St. Andrews Church and efforts to secure funding for the restoration of other historic buildings. The council is navigating complex legal and procedural avenues to protect its architectural heritage, reflecting ongoing tensions between preservation goals and practical challenges.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 5/20/25
- 05/20/2025
- 30 Minutes
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Overview: The Bayonne School Board has decided to join a nationwide lawsuit against major social media companies, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube, alleging that their platforms cause harm to students. The lawsuit accuses these companies of using manipulative algorithms that result in addiction and emotional distress among students, negatively impacting their education. This decision, which incurs no cost for the school district, aligns with efforts from over 500 other school districts across the country. The Board believes that joining the lawsuit will support a broader initiative to address the mental health challenges posed by social media, as highlighted by reports from the Surgeon General and various child health organizations.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 5/20/25
- 06/11/2025
- 13 Minutes
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Overview: During the Bayonne City Council’s recent meeting, two significant rent control issues were addressed. Firstly, a discrepancy in a rent application for 866 to 868 Broadway was resolved. The landlord had failed to include a rent increase, leading to confusion for the tenant. After corrections were made, the adjusted rent was slightly less than originally listed. The board members approved the application after confirming these adjustments.