- NJ
- Essex County
- 9/30/25
- 09/30/2025
- 45 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Newark City Council meeting on September 30th tackled concerns regarding absentee landlords contributing to public safety hazards and approved significant tax abatements aimed at encouraging urban development. The council also discussed various redevelopment plans and the challenges facing local industries, including the taxi sector.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 9/12/25
- 09/12/2025
- 348 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Newark City Council meeting was marked by a discussion of Mayor Ras J. Baraka’s proposed 2025 budget, which includes a property tax increase, staffing challenges across various city departments, and budget allocations for public safety. The council examined operational budgets, revenue generation, and the city’s financial strategy amid economic challenges including inflation and supply chain issues.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 9/3/25
- 09/03/2025
- 109 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Newark City Council meeting, illegal dumping emerged as a central issue, with council members and city officials addressing the persistent challenges posed by this ongoing problem. The council members expressed significant concern over the impact of illegal dumping on the city’s resources, particularly highlighting its prevalence in areas like the South Ward, Riverside, and East Ward.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 8/28/25
- 08/28/2025
- 54 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Newark City Council meeting, discussions highlighted pressing fiscal challenges as the council unanimously approved a $30 million transitional aid package to address a budget shortfall. Public concerns about governance, financial management, and community representation were also prominently voiced during the meeting.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 8/5/25
- 08/05/2025
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Newark City Council meeting on August 5th was dominated by public comments addressing police misconduct, environmental issues, and controversial tax abatements. Speakers called for accountability and transparency, with one parent demanding justice for her son’s wrongful arrest and another urging the council to renegotiate an agreement with a local incinerator operator to reflect true community costs.
