East Orange, New Jersey

Planning & Zoning Boards

The agenda for the East Orange Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on July 8, 2026, contains a public notice, Zoom link, and documents for a property at 103 S Burnett Street. No specific applications, ordinances, or decisions are described in the provided text; the agenda is largely procedural and lacking substantive detail.

• Reference to property at 103 S Burnett Street
• Public notice of the meeting
• Zoom link for remote participation

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on July 1, 2026. The agenda includes a subdivision application for 81 North 15th Street and a review of revised plans for 121 Hollywood. The meeting will be held via Zoom as indicated by a posted public notice link.

• Subdivision application for 81 North 15th Street
• Revised plans for 121 Hollywood per prior board comments
• Planning review and zoning drawings for 81 N 15th Street
• Public hearing via Zoom link provided

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances amending the scattered sites redevelopment plan, approving long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House Preservation L.P. and 150 N. Arlington Ave Propco, LLC, and creating new stop intersections. The consent agenda includes payroll, bill payment, a $23.5 million tax anticipation note issuance, refunding bonds, and an emergency appropriation for deferred charges from 2025. Under new business, bond ordinances for refunding and emergency funding will be introduced.

• Ordinance amending the East Orange Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Long-term tax exemption for Heritage House Preservation L.P. (Ordinance 21)
• Long-term tax exemption for 150 N. Arlington Ave Propco, LLC (Ordinance 22)
• Resolution authorizing up to $23,500,000 in Tax Anticipation Notes of 2026
• Resolution authorizing emergency temporary appropriation of $7,987,070.27 for deferred charges from 2025

City Council

The East Orange City Council committee will discuss several major financial items, including authorizing up to $23.5 million in tax anticipation notes, issuing refunding bonds totaling $11.6 million, and an emergency temporary appropriation of $7.99 million to cover deferred charges from 2025. The committee will also consider ordinances on second reading for long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House Preservation L.P. and 150 N Arlington Ave Propco, as well as an amendment to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan. Additionally, a shared service agreement with Orange Township for health officer services is on the agenda.

• Resolution authorizing up to $23,500,000 in tax anticipation notes for 2026
• Two refunding bond ordinances: $3,500,000 and $8,100,000 to restructure debt and fund deferred charges
• Emergency temporary appropriation of $7,987,070.27 for 2025 deferred charges
• Estimated property tax billing for the third quarter of 2026
• Ordinance approving long-term tax exemption for Heritage House Preservation L.P. and another for 150 N Arlington Ave Propco

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 2 of 2026, which would amend the city code to create stop signs at Lafayette Avenue at North Arlington Avenue and Monroe Avenue at North Arlington Avenue. The agenda does not indicate whether this is a first reading, public hearing, or final vote.

• Ordinance No. 2 of 2026: adding stop signs at Lafayette Avenue and North Arlington Avenue, and Monroe Avenue and North Arlington Avenue

City Council

The East Orange City Council will vote on Ordinance No. ___ (2026) that approves a long‑term tax exemption and authorizes a financial agreement with 150 N Arlington Ave Propco, LLC for a senior affordable housing project. The agreement provides a 30‑year exemption in exchange for annual service charges based on a percentage of gross revenue (6.28% years 1‑15, 6.50% years 16‑20, 7.25% years 21‑30), a 2% administrative fee, and a $150,000 community benefit contribution. The project will build a five‑story, 32,000‑sq‑ft building with 50 affordable senior units and related amenities on the city‑designated redevelopment area at 148‑152 N Arlington Avenue. The council will also direct the mayor, clerk, and corporation counsel to execute and record the agreement.

• Approve financial agreement with 150 N Arlington Ave Propco, LLC
• Grant 30‑year long‑term tax exemption for the senior housing project
• Annual service charge: 6.28% (years 1‑15), 6.50% (years 16‑20), 7.25% (years 21‑30)
• Require 2% administrative fee and $150,000 community benefit contribution
• Authorize construction of 50 affordable senior housing units at 148‑152 N Arlington Ave

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on an ordinance granting a long-term tax exemption to Heritage House Preservation L.P. for the rehabilitation of 205 affordable housing units for seniors and disabled persons at 50 South Munn Avenue. The exemption would last 30 years, with the developer paying an annual service charge of 7% of gross revenue or a minimum amount, plus a 2% administrative fee and a $400,000 community benefit contribution. The project aims to revitalize a redevelopment area and provide needed affordable housing.

• 30-year tax exemption for Heritage House Preservation L.P. to rehabilitate 205 affordable senior/disabled housing units
• Annual service charge of 7% of gross revenue (years 1-30) or minimum, plus 2% administrative fee
• $400,000 voluntary community benefit contribution required
• 5% of annual service charge remitted to Essex County
• Project located at 50 South Munn Avenue (Block 221, Lot 39) in a designated redevelopment area

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing and considers first reading of an ordinance to adopt amendments to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan. The amendments add nine redevelopment sites at specified addresses and remove 148 North Arlington Avenue. The Planning Board recommended the changes, including permitting townhouses and reducing density at two East Park Street properties.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Adds redevelopment sites: 102 and 122 North Maple Ave, 543 South Clinton St, 217 and 223 Amherst St, 340 Dodd St, 171-173 North Park St, 46 and 50 East Park St
• Removes Block 271.01, Lot 25 (148 North Arlington Ave) from the plan
• Planning Board conditioned inclusion of 46 and 50 East Park St on townhouses as a permitted use and reduced density

City Council

At this committee meeting, the East Orange City Council will discuss multiple financial items, including authorizing up to $23.5 million in tax anticipation notes, an emergency temporary appropriation of $7,987,070.27 to cover deferred charges from 2025, and estimated property tax billing for the third quarter of 2026. The council will also consider first-reading ordinances for a long-term tax exemption with Heritage House Preservation L.P. and refunding bonds totaling $11.6 million, along with second-reading ordinances for a scattered sites redevelopment plan amendment and additional tax exemption agreements. Other items include a shared service agreement with Orange Township for health officer services and approval of payroll and bills.

• Resolution authorizing up to $23,500,000 in tax anticipation notes for 2026
• Emergency temporary appropriation of $7,987,070.27 for deferred charges from 2025
• First-reading ordinance approving a long-term tax exemption with Heritage House Preservation L.P.
• Refunding bond ordinances totaling $3,500,000 and $8,100,000 to restructure debt
• Resolution to authorize estimated property tax billing for the third quarter of 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including amendments to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan, long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House and 150 N. Arlington Ave, and a stop sign ordinance. The Finance Committee proposes resolutions authorizing $23.5 million in tax anticipation notes, two refunding bond issues totaling $11.6 million, and an emergency appropriation of $7.99 million. A shared service agreement with Orange Township for health officer services is also on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 20 - amending Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 21 & 22 - long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House and 150 N. Arlington Ave
• Resolution I-244 - $23,500,000 tax anticipation notes
• Resolutions I-245 & I-246 - $3,500,000 and $8,100,000 refunding bonds
• Resolution I-247 - emergency appropriation of $7,987,070.27 for deferred charges from 2025

Planning & Zoning Boards

This is a regular meeting of the East Orange Zoning Board. The agenda consists of documents for two public hearings at 47 S Walnut and 103 S Burnett St. No specific applications or decisions are described in the agenda text.

• Public hearing documents for 47 S Walnut
• Public hearing documents for 103 S Burnett St
• Zoom link for remote public access

City Council

The East Orange City Council holds a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: transferring city-owned property at 229 North Munn Avenue, amending rent control rules, and updating housing maintenance standards. The council will also vote on resolutions including a $25 million water bank construction note, settlements totaling over $983,000, and appointments to the Board of Cannabis Control. First-reading ordinances include long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House and 150 N. Arlington Ave, and a stop-sign ordinance.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 18 of 2026 amending rent control and conversion rules
• Public hearing on Ordinance 19 of 2026 updating housing standards and property maintenance
• Resolution I-230 authorizing up to $25,000,000 in water bank construction financing
• Resolution I-239 approving a $550,000 litigation settlement in Amanda Quinitchett v. City of East Orange
• First reading of Ordinance 21 granting long-term tax exemption for Heritage House Preservation L.P.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance that updates the fee schedule for certificates of habitability and conformity, which has not been changed in over ten years. The ordinance also amends property maintenance standards and superintendent requirements for multi-dwelling buildings.

• New fee schedule for certificates of habitability/conformity: e.g., 1-2 dwelling units $200 initial, $250 2nd reinspection; unoccupied/vacant lots $400
• Commercial property fees: 1-1,000 sq ft $490 initial, with formula for larger spaces (e.g., 23,000 sq ft example: $1,075–$2,100)
• Amended property maintenance code requiring snow/ice removal within 4-8 hours and prohibiting placement in streets
• Requires licensed superintendents for buildings with 4+ units, with written exam and English proficiency
• Updates exterior maintenance rules including weed height limit (10 inches) and overhanging hazards

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance (first reading) that would amend Chapter 218 of the Municipal Code to update inspection and re-inspection fees for vacancy decontrol. The new fee schedule ranges from $300 base for 4–5 units to $2,000 for 61+ units, plus $300 per unit. A re-inspection is limited to once per application, with fees from $150 to $1,000, and failure results in a six-month bar on new applications. The ordinance also codifies inspection requirements and adds a 10-year restriction on re-decontrol for decontrolled units.

• New inspection fee schedule: base fees $300–$2,000 plus $300 per unit, depending on building size
• Re-inspection limited to one per application; fees $150–$1,000 based on unit count
• Failure on re-inspection triggers denial and six-month ban on new decontrol applications
• Decontrolled units cannot be decontrolled again for 10 years after certificate issuance
• Ordinance is on first reading; public hearing and final passage are pending

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend Ordinance 5-2026, which authorized the transfer of city-owned property at 229 North Munn Avenue to the East Orange Parking Authority for development as a public parking lot. The amendment revises specific language in the original ordinance. The property is identified as Block 271.01, Lot 19.05.

• Public hearing on amendment to Ordinance 5-2026 for 229 North Munn Avenue
• Revision of language in the property transfer ordinance to the Parking Authority
• Property to be developed as a surface parking lot to aid traffic flow

City Council

The East Orange City Council will discuss a resolution authorizing up to $25 million in notes for the Water Bank Construction Financing Program, multiple redevelopment agreements including a property transfer to 38 Amherst LLC, and long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House Preservation L.P. and 150 N Arlington Ave Propco, LLC. The agenda also includes first-reading ordinances to amend the scattered sites redevelopment plan and create new stop intersections, as well as second-reading ordinances on rental control and property maintenance. Appointments to the Board of Cannabis Control and several litigation settlements are also scheduled for discussion.

• Resolution for up to $25,000,000 note for Water Bank Construction Financing Program
• Redevelopment agreement and property transfer to 38 Amherst LLC in Transit Village area
• Long-term tax exemption for Heritage House Preservation L.P. (Ordinance on first reading)
• Long-term tax exemption for 150 N Arlington Ave Propco, LLC (Ordinance on first reading)
• Second reading: Ordinance amending rental control (Ordinance 18 of 2026)

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a public hearing on three ordinances: amending the property transfer authorization for 229 North Munn Avenue, amending rental control regulations, and amending housing standards/property maintenance. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a contract for cannabis legal counsel, a redevelopment agreement with 38 Amherst LLC, and up to $25 million in water infrastructure bonds.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 18 of 2026 amending rental control chapter
• Public hearing on Ordinance 17 of 2026 to transfer city-owned property at 229 North Munn Avenue
• Resolution I-228 authorizing a non-fair and open contract for cannabis legal counsel
• Resolution I-230 authorizing a redevelopment agreement with 38 Amherst LLC
• Resolution I-234 authorizing up to $25,000,000 water bank note for infrastructure

Planning & Zoning Boards

This is a regular Planning Board meeting agenda. The agenda lists documents for a hearing on a matter identified as 8-10 Watson, but provides no further description of the item. No other business items are specified.

• Public hearing on 8-10 Watson property (architectural plans and determination documents listed)

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a committee meeting to discuss several items, including redevelopment agreements, property transfers, and ordinances. Key discussions include a proposed amendment to the rental control ordinance and an ordinance on housing standards. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing redevelopment agreements with 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC and designating 38 Amherst, LLC as redeveloper, as well as a resolution to support a cannabis retailer.

• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement with 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC
• Resolution designating 38 Amherst, LLC as redeveloper of 38 Amherst St.
• Ordinance amending rental control and conversions (Chapter 218)
• Ordinance amending housing standards and property maintenance (Chapter 159)
• Resolution extending local support for RollupLife 1 LLC as cannabis retailer and delivery service

City Council

This meeting features a public hearing and final votes on ordinances including property transfers, rental control amendments, and housing code changes. The council will also vote on resolutions for redevelopment agreements, budget items, and appointments to the Cannabis Control Board.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 16 to transfer 95 No. 17th St (Block 62, Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Second reading of Ordinance 18 amending Chapter 218 (Rental Control and Conversions)
• Second reading of Ordinance 19 amending Chapter 159 (Housing Standards; Property Maintenance)
• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement with 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC
• Resolution extending local support for RollupLife 1 LLC to operate a standard cannabis delivery service

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on transferring city-owned property at 95 N. 17th St to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC. The Council will also vote on several ordinances on second reading, including amendments to the rental control and property maintenance codes. Appointments to the Board of Cannabis Control and various resolutions for contracts and redevelopment agreements are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on transferring 95 N. 17th St (Block 62, Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Second reading of Ordinance 18 amending rental control code
• Resolution I-226 authorizing public auction of surplus city-owned properties
• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement with 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC
• Appointments of Aziza K. McGill-Ayinde, Kevin Mickens, and Justin Motley to Board of Cannabis Control for 4-year terms

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on an ordinance to sell a city-owned property at 95 N. 17th Street (Block 62 Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC for $62,900. The property is located in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area. The developer must complete preliminary development within six months and comply with the redevelopment plan. The ordinance authorizes execution of the contract and closing documents.

• Sale of 95 N. 17th St. (Block 62 Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC for $62,900
• Property is in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law
• Developer must complete preliminary development within six months of ordinance adoption
• Ordinance authorizes execution of contract and deed with reversionary provisions

City Council

The East Orange City Council will discuss several items at its committee meeting, including a proposed amendment to the city's rental control ordinance and multiple redevelopment agreements. Other items include payroll approval, tax appeal refunds, and contract awards for the summer youth program and IT equipment. The meeting also includes ordinances on first reading for property transfers and housing standards.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 218 (rental control and conversions) on first reading
• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement with 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC
• Resolution designating 38 Amherst, LLC as redeveloper for 38 Amherst Street
• Resolution for transfer of city-owned property at 229 North Munn Avenue
• Resolution awarding contract for 2026 SWEP Summer Youth Program

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 16 to transfer city-owned property at 95 N. 17th Street to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC for redevelopment. The council will also vote on multiple ordinances on second reading, including amendments to rental control and housing standards. Other actions include resolutions for redevelopment agreements, property transfers, tax appeal refunds totaling over $94,000, and contract awards for summer youth programs and IT equipment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 16: transfer 95 N. 17th St (Block 62, Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law
• Ordinance 18: amendments to Chapter 218 (Rental Control and Conversions)
• Ordinance 19: amendments to Chapter 159 (Housing Standards; Property Maintenance)
• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement between city and 150 N. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC
• Resolution approving tax appeal refunds of $64,799.88 and $29,982.64

City Council

The East Orange City Council is changing its regular meetings to virtual on May 26, 2026, because of early voting in the Council Chambers. Both the Committee Meeting at 5:30 PM and the Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM will be held via video conference. Public comments may be submitted by email. The agenda contains only this procedural notice; no specific ordinances, resolutions, or other items are listed.

• Meeting location changed to virtual due to early voting in City Council Chambers
• Public comments accepted via email to [email protected] until 5:00 PM (Committee) and 5:30 PM (Regular)

East Orange Water Commission

The East Orange Board of Water Commissioners will vote on several financial resolutions, including payments for recurring monthly bills, operating bills, payrolls, and a temporary budget. A key item is a resolution to renew the on‑call emergency water and sewer repair contract with Shauger Property Services, Inc. for up to $1,595,222.00 for one year. The board will also consider authorizing payment of capital invoices and other reimbursements. Additional agenda items include routine reports and public comment.

• Resolution ratifying April 2026 recurring monthly bills paid $95,584.13
• Resolution authorizing operating bills payments $627.718.23 for May 2026
• Resolution ratifying March and April 2026 payrolls $758,601.81
• Resolution authorizing renewal of emergency water/sewer contract with Shauger Property Services, Inc. up to $1,595,222.00 for one year
• Resolution authorizing June 2026 temporary budget $2,398,026.95

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health will discuss findings from a Community Health Assessment conducted by Strategic Health Advisors. Other topics include updates on proposed public health and nursing internship programs, a public service announcement grant outcome, and potential relocation of WIC services to 33 Evergreen. The board will also consider regulations for mercantile licenses covering hair and nail salons, barber shops, and tattoo parlors.

• Community Health Assessment overview by Strategic Health Advisors
• Status of proposed public health internship program
• Outcome of public service announcement grant and other funding sources
• Update on 33 Evergreen for potential WIC relocation
• Mercantile License regulation for hair/nail salons, barber shops, and tattooing

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on amendments to the Scattered Sites and Sussex Redevelopment Area plans, as well as an amendment to the Central Avenue Commercial and TR4 Residential subdistrict of the Transit Village District. The board will also consider a determination and resolution for properties at 418-430 William Street. No other items are listed.

• Scattered Sites Redevelopment Area amendment
• Sussex Redevelopment Area plan amendment
• Central Avenue Commercial and TR4 Residential subdistrict amendment
• Determination for 418-430 William Street
• Resolution for 430 William Street

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board will hold public hearings on applications for properties at 21 N Grove St, 21 N Park St, and 304 Park Ave. The agenda lists associated documents but does not specify the type of relief sought (e.g., variances, site plan approval).

• 21 N Grove St application
• 21 N Park St boundary/topographic survey and revised plans
• 304 Park Ave extension application

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance that amends the fee structure for the East Orange Golf Course. The ordinance sets new green fees, cart fees, season pass prices, league and tournament fees, a 3% credit card surcharge, and a $5 per round course improvement surcharge. It also provides a 25% discount on season passes for East Orange residents and employees.

• New green fees: adult weekday $30-$55, senior/junior $20-$35, East Orange resident/employee $18-$20
• Season passes: single unlimited $4,500 (non-resident) or $2,000 (resident); senior unlimited $4,000 or $1,350
• League membership: $8,780 for up to 40 golfers plus $210 per additional golfer
• 3% credit card processing fee on all payments
• $5 per round course improvement and beautification surcharge on all rounds

City Council

The East Orange City Council will discuss and vote on multiple resolutions, including designating redevelopers for properties in the North Arlington and Sussex redevelopment areas, approving a redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC, and advancing an ordinance to transfer city property to that same firm. The agenda also includes police department purchases (a transport van and software) and public works contracts for pool maintenance and debris hauling.

• Resolution designating 150 No. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC as redeveloper of 148-52 No. Arlington Avenue (Block 271.01, Lots 24 & 25)
• Resolution designating 49 S. 15th Street Propco, LLC as redeveloper of 49 S. 15th Street (Block 32, Lot 2)
• Ordinance on first reading to transfer city property (95 No. 17th Street, Block 62, Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC
• Payroll #9: $4,120,155.06 and accumulated absence liabilities to former employees: $38,743.05
• Resolution authorizing purchase of one Ford Prisoner Transport Van through NJ State Contract for the Police Department

City Council

This regular meeting includes a public hearing on an ordinance amending city code regarding division duties and personnel. The council will vote on designating redevelopers for 150 No. Arlington Avenue and 49 S. 15th Street, and consider a property transfer to Detail Oriented Contracting. Several contracts and expenditures, including a $4.1 million payroll and police equipment purchases, are also up for approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 15 amending duties of divisions and division managers
• Resolution designating 150 No. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC as redeveloper for 148-52 No. Arlington Avenue
• Resolution designating 49 S. 15th Street Propco, LLC as redeveloper for 49 S. 15th Street
• Payroll #9 for $4,120,155.06 and bill approval listing
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a prisoner transport van for police department

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending division duties, then consider a consent agenda with payroll ($4,120,155.06), a phone system router purchase, a prisoner transport van, and other contracts. Under the regular agenda, the council will vote on redevelopment agreements for 148-52 No. Arlington Avenue and 49 S. 15th Street, a property transfer at 95 No. 17th Street to Detail Oriented Contracting, and a resolution to auction surplus city-owned properties.

• Resolution designating 150 No. Arlington Avenue Propco, LLC as redeveloper of 148-52 No. Arlington Avenue in the North Arlington Redevelopment Area
• Resolution designating 49 S. 15th Street Propco, LLC as redeveloper of 49 S. 15th Street in the Sussex Redevelopment Area
• Ordinance to transfer city property at 95 No. 17th Street (Block 62, Lot 9) to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC
• Resolution authorizing purchase of one Ford Prisoner Transport Van from All American Ford Motors, using state contract co-op pricing
• Resolution authorizing public auction of surplus city-owned properties

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the city code's division duties section. The consent agenda includes payroll of $4.1 million, a police prisoner transport van purchase, and other routine items. The regular agenda features redeveloper designations for two properties, a city property transfer ordinance, and a surplus property auction.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 15 amending Chapter 5 of the city code on division duties
• Payroll #9: $4,120,155.06
• Purchase of one Ford prisoner transport van for the police department
• Redeveloper designation for 148-52 No. Arlington Avenue and 49 S. 15th Street (two resolutions)
• Ordinance to transfer city property at 95 No. 17th Street to Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC

Planning & Zoning Boards

East Orange Water Commission

The East Orange Board of Water Commissioners will discuss a request from the Mayor for $4,000,000 in financial support for operational and staffing costs, and vote on a resolution authorizing the transfer of those funds to the City of East Orange. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and an executive session if needed.

• Correspondence from Mayor requesting $4,000,000 for operational and staffing costs
• Resolution authorizing transfer of $4,000,000 from Water Commission account to City of East Orange

The East Orange Water Commission voted unanimously to approve Resolution 8A, authorizing the transfer of $4,000,000.00 from the commission's account to the City of East Orange. The board also approved Resolution 9A to enter a closed session, which was carried unanimously. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Approved $4,000,000.00 fund transfer to City of East Orange (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 9A for closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The East Orange City Council will discuss a resolution supporting a new five-story affordable housing development at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue, financed through federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Other major items include bond resolutions totaling $2.65 million for the Brick Church Station redevelopment, a $41.17 million school tax levy, and transfers of city-owned properties to private entities in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area. Several ordinances are up for second reading, covering park emergency plans, budget cap banks, and property transfers.

• Resolution of need and support for 5-story affordable housing project at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue (Block 271.01, Lots 24 and 25)
• Bond resolution authorizing $1,650,000 in supplemental special assessment bonds for Brick Church Station redevelopment (Phase 1A) and canceling $4,500,000 in prior bonds
• Bond resolution authorizing $1,000,000 in redevelopment area bonds for Brick Church Station Phase 1B
• Resolution authorizing $41,174,822 tax levy certified by the Board of School Estimate
• Ordinances #13 and #14 to transfer city property to EO Homeownership, LLC and Beauty for Ashes, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area

City Council

The East Orange City Council meeting on April 27, 2026 will consider four ordinances on second and final reading. Ordinance No. 11 amends Chapter 193 of the City Code to add a park emergency action plan. Ordinance No. 12 seeks to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and create a cap bank under N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.14. Ordinances No. 13 and No. 14 each transfer city property in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area to private entities (EO Homeownership, LLC and Beauty for Ashes, LLC) under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law.

• Ordinance No. 11 of 2026 – amendment to Chapter 193 “Parks Public” to include a park emergency action plan.
• Ordinance No. 12 of 2026 – exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.14.
• Ordinance No. 13 of 2026 – transfer city property to EO Homeownership, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area under N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1.
• Ordinance No. 14 of 2026 – transfer city property to Beauty for Ashes, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area under N.J.S.A. 40A:12A-1.
• Resolution I-179 – support for a new five‑story affordable housing project at 148‑152 North Arlington Avenue, financed in part by the Federal Low‑Income Housing Tax Credit program.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including transferring city-owned properties (122 N. 16th St., 9 N. 18th St., 35 N. 18th St., 68 N. 18th St.) to EO Homeownership, LLC, and a property to Beauty for Ashes, LLC, for redevelopment in the Greenwood area. The consent agenda includes resolutions for payroll ($3,674,658.64), tax refunds, a $41,174,822 school tax levy, and a shared services agreement with Orange Township for health officer services. The council will also consider a resolution supporting a five-story affordable housing project at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue.

• Public hearings on Ordinances 11-14: park emergency action plan, budget cap bank, two property transfers for Greenwood redevelopment
• Resolution I-180: Authorizing tax levy of $41,174,822 certified by the Board of School Estimate
• Resolution I-183: Shared services agreement with Orange Township for health officer services
• Resolution I-177: Support for a 5-story affordable housing project at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue via Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program
• Consent agenda includes payroll and reimbursement items totaling over $3.7 million

City Council

At this committee meeting, the East Orange City Council will discuss several resolutions and ordinances, including a resolution of need for a new affordable housing project and ordinances transferring city properties in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area. The council will also review resolutions for bond issuances for the Brick Church Station redevelopment, a tax levy of $41.17 million, and a lead remediation contract capped at $2.75 million. Public comment will be heard at the start of the meeting.

• Resolution of need and support for a five-story affordable housing project at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue, financed through the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program
• Ordinance #13 to transfer a city property to EO Homeownership, LLC and Ordinance #14 to transfer a city property to Beauty For Ashes, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Resolution authorizing $1,650,000 supplemental special assessment redevelopment bonds for Phase 1A and $1,000,000 redevelopment area bonds for Phase 1B of the Crossings at Brick Church Station
• Resolution authorizing tax levy of $41,174,822 certified by the Board of School Estimate
• Resolution to award a contract for lead remediation and abatement under the Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program, capped at $2,750,000

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including transferring city properties to developers in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area and amending the park code for emergency action plans. A key resolution declares need and support for a new five-story affordable housing project at 148-152 North Arlington Avenue. The council will also vote on a $41.2 million school tax levy and other routine financial items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 13: Transfer four city properties to EO Homeownership LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Public hearing on Ordinance 14: Transfer a city property to Beauty for Ashes LLC in Greenwood
• Resolution I-177: Support for a 5-story affordable housing project at 148-152 N Arlington Ave
• Resolution I-180: Authorizing tax levy of $41,174,822 as certified by Board of School Estimate
• Resolution I-184: Shared services agreement with Orange Township for health officer services

East Orange Water Commission

The East Orange Board of Water Commissioners will vote on a resolution authorizing a $2.4 million temporary budget for May 2026, along with ratifying March bills and payrolls, and approving April operating bills. The meeting also includes updates on capital projects and committee reports.

• Resolution authorizing May 2026 temporary budget in the amount of $2,398,026.95
• Resolution approving payment of operating bills totaling $1,922,476.33 for April 2026
• Resolution ratifying March 2026 recurring monthly bills paid of $26,377.27
• Resolution authorizing payment of capital invoices of $86,030.57
• Resolution ratifying March 2026 payrolls (amount not specified in agenda)

The Board of Water Commissioners approved the May 2026 Temporary Budget of $2,398,026.95 and ratified monthly bills and payrolls. A resolution for a $65,000 water bill dispute at 75 Prospect Street was not acted on; the property manager was offered a payment arrangement. Staff reported progress on PFAS treatment design, lead service line replacement bidding, and a drop in delinquent balances.

• Approved May 2026 Temporary Budget of $2,398,026.95 (unanimous)
• Ratified March 2026 recurring monthly bills of $26,377.27 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Operating Bills of $1,922,476.33 (unanimous)
• Ratified March 2026 Payroll of $618,303.74 — pulled from omnibus, not voted
• Authorized payment of Capital invoices of $86,030.57 (unanimous)
• Approved closed session resolution (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 17, 2026 reorganization meeting (unanimous)

Board of Health

This meeting includes approval of March minutes, a report on the Community Health Assessment, updates on grant funding and a new grant coordinator hire, discussion of relocating WIC services to 33 Evergreen, and potential budget reductions. Also on the agenda is licensing regulation for beauty and tattoo establishments.

• Approval of meeting minutes for March 17, 2026
• Community Health Assessment presentation and discussion of stakeholders and grant funding
• Update on new grant coordinator hire
• Potential relocation of WIC services to 33 Evergreen
• Mercantile licensing regulation for hair, nail, and tattoo establishments

The Board discussed the need for a full-time health officer, noting that the current shared-service arrangement does not meet operational needs. The Board agreed the position should be filled at a competitive salary level. The Department also reviewed opioid settlement funding and discussed plans to increase public visibility through interns and digital outreach.

• Approved March 17, 2026, meeting minutes unanimously
• Discussed need for full-time health officer
• Agreed to fill budgeted position at competitive salary
• Discussed opioid settlement funding for remediation
• Discussed increasing public visibility and outreach
• Discussed utilizing interns for public health messaging
• Discussed WIC relocation to 33 Evergreen
• Discussed cannabis dispensaries and concerns

City Council

The East Orange City Council will discuss multiple bond resolutions for the Crossings at Brick Church Station redevelopment, including issuing up to $1.65 million in supplemental special assessment bonds and $1 million in redevelopment area bonds, while canceling $4.5 million in prior bonds. Also on the agenda are a redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC, adoption of a Vision Zero policy, and several ordinances on first and second reading, including property transfers in the Greenwood and Transit Village redevelopment areas. The meeting includes a public hearing and committee reports.

• Bond resolutions for Brick Church Station redevelopment: $1.65M supplemental, $1M new bonds, $4.5M canceled
• Redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC
• Adoption of Vision Zero policy and development of a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Ordinances to transfer city properties to EO Homeownership LLC and Beauty for Ashes LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriations limits (cap bank)

City Council

The East Orange City Council committee will discuss bond resolutions totaling $2.65 million for the Brick Church Station redevelopment project, along with a redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC. Several ordinances on first reading include property transfers in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area and a park emergency action plan. Resolutions include adopting a Vision Zero policy, naming a portion of North Maple Avenue in honor of a fallen soldier, and authorizing various contracts and payments.

• Bond resolution to issue up to $1,650,000 in supplemental special assessment bonds for Brick Church Station Phase 1A infrastructure
• Bond resolution to issue up to $1,000,000 in redevelopment area bonds for Brick Church Station Phase 1B
• Resolution authorizing a redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC
• Ordinances to transfer city properties to EO Homeownership, LLC and Beauty for Ashes, LLC in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Resolution adopting a Vision Zero policy and supporting a comprehensive safety action plan

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including amendments to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan and property transfers to developers. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing up to $1.65 million in supplemental bonds and $1 million in redevelopment bonds for the Crossings at Brick Church Station project, along with a Vision Zero policy and a redevelopment agreement with Detail Oriented Contracting, LLC.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 9: Transfer of city property to SBF Development, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Bond resolution for $1,650,000 supplemental special assessment bonds (Brick Church Station Redevelopment Project) and canceling $4.5M in prior bonds
• Bond resolution for $1,000,000 redevelopment area bonds (Brick Church Station Redevelopment Project) for Phase 1B
• Resolution adopting a Vision Zero Policy and supporting a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Ordinance No. 12 to exceed municipal budget appropriations limits and establish a cap bank

City Council

The East Orange City Council holds a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances, including a redevelopment plan amendment and property transfers. Key actions include bond resolutions authorizing up to $1.65M and $1M for Brick Church Station infrastructure, plus a resolution adopting a Vision Zero policy. Several ordinances are up for first reading, including a cap bank and property transfers in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 8 amending the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Bond Resolution I-156: up to $1,650,000 for Phase 1A infrastructure at Brick Church Station, canceling $4,500,000 in prior bonds
• Bond Resolution I-157: up to $1,000,000 to finance Phase 1B of the Crossings at Brick Church Station
• Resolution I-166 adopting a Vision Zero Policy for the city
• Ordinances on first reading to transfer city properties to EO Homeownership LLC and Beauty for Ashes LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan and another transferring city property to SBF Development, LLC. The Council will also consider several resolutions, including two bond issuances totaling $2.65 million for the Brick Church Station redevelopment, adoption of a Vision Zero policy, and various administrative items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 8 of 2026, amending the East Orange Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 9 of 2026, transferring city property to SBF Development, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Bond Resolution authorizing up to $1,650,000 for Phase 1A infrastructure improvements at Brick Church Station (and canceling $4,500,000 in prior bonds for Phase 1B)
• Bond Resolution authorizing up to $1,000,000 for Phase 1B of the Crossings at Brick Church Station redevelopment
• Resolution adopting a Vision Zero policy and supporting a comprehensive safety action plan

City Council

The City Council will discuss multiple bond resolutions totaling up to $2.65 million for infrastructure improvements at the Crossings at Brick Church Station redevelopment project, including canceling a prior $4.5 million bond for Phase 1B. Other items include adopting a Vision Zero policy for traffic safety, designating a street in honor of a fallen soldier, and introducing ordinances to transfer city-owned properties for redevelopment. The meeting also covers routine approvals such as payroll, contracts, and a memorandum of agreement with the firefighter union.

• Bond resolution to issue up to $1,650,000 for supplemental infrastructure for Phase 1A of the Crossings at Brick Church Station project and cancel $4,500,000 bond for Phase 1B
• Bond resolution to issue up to $1,000,000 redevelopment area bonds for Phase 1B of the same project
• Resolution adopting a Vision Zero Policy and supporting a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Resolution honoring Private 1st Class Norman N. Abraham, Sr. and designating part of North Maple Avenue as "Private 1st Class Norman N. Abraham, Sr. Way"
• Ordinance on second reading to transfer city property to SB F Development, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area

City Council

The City Council is considering several ordinances regarding redevelopment plans and property transfers. The agenda also includes bond resolutions for the Brick Church Station Redevelopment Project and various city service contracts.

• Ordinance No. 8: Amending the East Orange Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan
• Ordinance No. 9: Transferring city property to SBF Development, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Ordinance No. 10: Amending City Code to provide for the creation of stop signs
• Bond Resolution: Issuing up to $1,650,000 for Phase 1A of the Crossings at Brick Church Station
• Bond Resolution: Issuing up to $1,000,000 for Phase 1B of the Crossings at Brick Church Station

Planning & Zoning Boards

The Planning & Zoning Board will hold a hearing on the Pardo project at 32 Hamilton Avenue. Board members will review affidavits of publication, legal notices, easement descriptions for new water and utility easements on lots 25.01 and 25.02, legal descriptions for new lots 25.01‑25.07, and engineering plans. They will also consider the additional copies of the application and plans submitted for this hearing.

• Affidavit of publication for 32 Hamilton Ave (Pardo)
• Legal notices and easement descriptions for new water easement on lots 25.01 and 25.02
• Legal descriptions for new lots 25.01‑25.07 on Hamilton Ave
• Engineering plans (Version 2) for the Pardo project
• Letter submitting additional copies of the application and plans for the hearing