- NJ
- Hudson County
- 1/8/24
- 01/08/2024
- 53 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Jersey City Council meeting, members grappled with the issues of unexpended budget appropriation balances and the challenges facing the local animal shelter, which sparked extensive debate on administrative efficiency and animal welfare. The council scrutinized nearly a million dollars of unused funds allocated for the repaving of MLK Boulevard, delved into difficulties hindering staffing for critical programs, and discussed the selection of a shelter manager amid concerns about the shelter’s operation and vision.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 1/2/24
- 01/03/2024
- 21 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a shake-up within the Jersey City Council, Council Member Joyce E. Watterman has been appointed as the new Council President, while Council Member Denise Ridley has been appointed as the Council President Pro Tempore, amidst a contentious nomination process marked by appeals to unity and concerns over broken promises.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 12/13/23
- 186 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Jersey City Council meeting, issues were brought to light, including ordinance votes, public speaking highlights, and citywide concerns. The council members, including Joyce E. Watterman, Daniel Rivera, Amy M. DeGise, Denise Ridley, Mira Prinz-Arey, Richard Boggiano, Yousef J. Saleh, James Solomon, and Frank E. Gilmore, along with Mayor Steven Fulop, engaged in discussions and votes on a range of subjects.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 12/11/23
- 64 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent meeting of the Jersey City Historic Preservation Commission saw developments, including the approval of building renovations in historic districts and discussions about returning to in-person meetings. The commission also approved the revised 2024 meeting calendar and the Steno contract, while addressing public inquiries and ongoing recruitment for a vacant position.
- NJ
- Hudson County
- 12/11/23
- 88 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest Jersey City Council meeting, council members tackled a range of issues, from dealing with tax appeal liabilities to updating administrative fees for infrastructure-related permits. The meeting also featured debates about the Liberty Harbor North Redevelopment Plan and the introduction of new fees for vehicles blocking bike lanes.