East Orange public meetings in 2021

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a reorganization meeting and swearing-in ceremony. The event is not open to the general public due to COVID-19 guidelines.

• Swearing-in of Mayor Ted R. Green
• Swearing-in of City Council members for the First, Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Wards

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering an ordinance authorizing the acquisition of property for redevelopment, including the expenditure of funds and potential relocation of occupants. The agenda includes a first reading and a record of votes, but no specific property or dollar amount is listed. The item appears to be in early stages, with final passage pending.

• Ordinance to acquire property for redevelopment, including funds for purchase and relocation
• First reading of ordinance with roll call vote
• Second reading and final passage scheduled
• Provisions for severability and repeal of conflicting ordinances
• Effective 20 days after publication unless otherwise resolved

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance No. 60 of 2021 to acquire the property at 18-20 Ashland Avenue for public purpose. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions covering contracts, payroll, and professional services, including a mask mandate ratification and a 5-year contract with Axon Enterprise. The meeting also includes public comment via email and video conference.

• Ordinance No. 60 of 2021: acquisition of 18-20 Ashland Avenue (Block 541, Lot 14) for public purpose
• Resolution I-391: transfer of financial agreement and PILOT for 742 Park Avenue to FR 742 Park Urban Renewal, LLC
• Resolution ratifying Mayor's directive requiring masks to stop COVID-19 spread
• Resolution I-410: 5-year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (amending I-324 of 2021)
• Resolution awarding bid for floor replacement at 90 Halsted Street

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.19 million bond for a new fire truck, a $1.2 million COVID-19 rental assistance agreement, and multiple ordinances related to the Brick Church Station redevelopment project. The agenda also includes routine items such as tax refunds, payroll, and personnel appointments. Most items are listed as 'In Committee' with no details provided.

• Ordinance No. 58 of 2021: Bond ordinance for fire truck purchase, appropriating $1,190,000 and issuing $1,133,000 in bonds
• Resolution 707: Agreement with NJShares and Civic Cares Community Foundation for $1.2M COVID-19 rental assistance
• Ordinance No. 60 of 2021: Acquisition of property at 18-20 Ashland Avenue (Block 541, Lot 14) for public purpose
• Ordinances 54-57 of 2021: Various actions related to Brick Church Station redevelopment project
• Tax appeal refund of $43,556.83 and duplicate tax payments of $58,038.37

East Orange Water Commission

The provided document is a formal notice of a regular meeting for the East Orange Water Commission. No specific discussion items or business actions are listed in the agenda text.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.19 million bond for a new fire truck, multiple agreements related to the Brick Church redevelopment project, and purchases of police vehicles and surveillance technology. Several items are listed as 'in committee' for discussion, while others are scheduled for formal resolutions or ordinance readings.

• Ordinance No. 58: Bond ordinance appropriating $1,190,000 for a fire truck, with $1,133,000 in bonds or notes
• Resolution 803: Purchase of a 100-foot mid-mount aerial platform fire apparatus under a national cooperative purchasing agreement
• Resolution 804: Purchase of 24 police SUVs on NJ State Contract from Chase S. Winner Ford Inc. of Cherry Hill, NJ
• Resolution 806: Purchase of Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology for four police cars from Motorola Solutions
• Ordinances 54-57: Authorizing agreements and discharging title restrictions for the Brick Church Station redevelopment project

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is holding a regular meeting on December 8, 2021, to hear applications for properties at 301 Shepard Avenue and 242 Eppirt Street. The agenda includes revised plans and reports from an engineer and planner for these sites. The meeting will be conducted with hearing documents and Zoom information provided.

• Public hearing on 301 Shepard Ave and 242 Eppirt St applications
• Revised plans for 301 Shepard Ave and 242 Eppirt St (case 2587-21)
• Engineer report for 301 Shepard Ave
• Planner report for 301 Shepard Ave and 242 Eppirt St

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on applications, including a multifamily development at 10-12 North Clinton Street (PB 2580-20) and a matter at 21 N. Park Street. The agenda includes architectural and engineering plans, a planner's report, and hearing documents. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Multifamily development application PB 2580-20 for 10-12 North Clinton Street
• Survey lot consolidation for 10-12 N Clinton
• Hearing for 21 N. Park Street with witness list and exhibits
• Architectural presentation for 21 N Park St
• Zoom meeting information provided

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions and ordinances, including a financial agreement for a redevelopment project at 55 Washington Street and a community benefits agreement with the same developer. Most agenda items are listed as 'In Committee' for discussion, while several resolutions are scheduled for presentation.

• Ordinance No. 53 of 2021: financial agreement with 55 Washington EO Urban Renewal, LLC for payments in lieu of taxes on Block 673, Lot 3 (55 Washington Street)
• Resolution authorizing a community benefits agreement between the City and 55 Washington EO Urban Renewal, LLC
• Resolution authorizing settlement of litigation in CCI NJ REO, LLC vs. City of East Orange
• Resolution for COVID-19 Vaccination Supplemental Funding 2022 Grant from NJ Department of Health
• Resolution authorizing renewal of East Orange Enterprise Microsoft Office and Email System

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is holding a regular meeting to review and decide on zoning applications. The agenda includes hearings for properties at 7 Prospect Street and 301 Shepard Avenue / 242 Eppirt Street, with supporting plans and reports available. Public participation is available via Zoom.

• Application for 7 Prospect Street
• Application 2587-21 for 301 Shepard Ave and 242 Eppirt St
• Revised plans for 301 Shepard Ave and 242 Eppirt St
• Planner and engineer reports for 301 Shepard Ave
• Zoom information for public participation

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider resolutions and ordinances, including a tax appeal refund of $783,838.51, a rental decontrol agreement for 320 South Harrison Street, and an ordinance authorizing a deed of easement with 533 Main Street Urban Renewal LLC and 15-33 Halsted Street Urban Renewal LLC. Several items are listed as 'in committee' and may be discussed but not voted on.

• Tax appeal refund of $783,838.51
• Rental decontrol agreement for 320 South Harrison Street
• Ordinance No. 46 of 2021: deed of easement with 533 Main Street and 15-33 Halsted Street Urban Renewal LLCs
• Resolution opposing Gibbstown LNG Terminal construction
• Bid award for vegetative waste removal at 133 Midland Avenue

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding an adjourned meeting on November 5, 2021, at noon. The main item is a resolution to award a contract for solid waste and recycling collection services, reported by the Public Works committee. The meeting includes an open hearing for citizen comments, with public participation available via Facebook Live or written submissions by email.

• Resolution I-347: Awarding contract for solid waste and recycling collection services
• Open hearing of citizens with 3-minute speaking limit
• Public comments accepted via email until 11:30 AM

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular hearing to review three applications: a lot consolidation for 10-12 N Clinton, plans for 96 N Munn, and plans for 17 Carlton St. The board will decide on these items based on submitted documents.

• 10-12 N Clinton survey lot consolidation (PB 2580-20 REV)
• 96 N Munn plans
• 17 Carlton St plans (PB2771-21)
• Architectural and engineering plans for 10-12 N Clinton

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 25, 2021, with a public hearing and final vote on an easement ordinance for properties on Halsted Street. The consent agenda includes resolutions for tax appeal refunds totaling $783,838.51, a rental decontrol agreement, and several public works items. The meeting will be conducted via video conference and streamed on Facebook Live.

• Ordinance No. 46: Deed of easement with 533 Main Street Urban Renewal LLC and 15-33 Halsted Street Urban Renewal LLC on Halsted Street
• Resolution I-336: Tax appeal refunds of $783,838.51
• Resolution I-337: Duplicate tax payments of $8,170.28
• Resolution I-342: Rental decontrol agreement for 320 South Harrison Street
• Resolution I-334: Resolution opposing the Gibbstown LNG Terminal

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider resolutions and ordinances, including major financing for the Crossings at Brick Church Station redevelopment project and repairs to three firehouses. Several items are listed as 'In Committee' and may only be discussed, while others are marked as resolutions to be presented for potential action. The agenda also includes public comments about traffic safety on William Street.

• Bond resolution to issue up to $26,100,000 for Phase 1A of the Crossings at Brick Church Station redevelopment project
• Resolution to issue up to $10,500,000 in Special Assessment Redevelopment Area Bonds for Brick Church Station infrastructure
• Ordinances on second reading for special assessments totaling $8,500,000 and $4,500,000 for stormwater/sewer improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Resolution authorizing bids for repair/renovation of three firehouses
• Resolution accepting NJ Police Body Worn Camera Grant 21-BWC-126

East Orange Water Commission

The provided agenda for the October 20, 2020, meeting contains only procedural references to resolutions and documents. No specific decisions, contracts, or discussion items are listed in the text.

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health met to discuss ongoing health initiatives, including COVID-19 vaccination efforts, HIV program funding, and the potential sale of East Orange General Hospital. They also reviewed community health needs assessments, food inspections, and ordinance updates. The meeting was largely informational with no formal votes taken.

• Applying for additional funding to supplement the HIV program, potentially expanding testing locations
• Forming a COVID Response and Recovery Team (CR&RT) to support long-term COVID efforts
• Discussed the potential sale of East Orange General Hospital, with plans for an inpatient detox unit and enhanced behavioral health services
• Reported 10 retail food inspections this week: 9 satisfactory, 1 conditional
• Discussed revisiting ordinances for barbershops, nail salons, e-cigarettes, and hookah parlors

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is holding a regular meeting with public participation via Zoom. The agenda includes hearing documents and plans for a proposed Lakeside substation, a landscape plan, and a North Park Street extension, though the specific actions to be decided are not detailed in the agenda text.

• Lakeside substation proposed plans and renderings
• Lakeside landscape plan binder
• North Park Street extension plans
• Zoom public participation information

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of financial, zoning, and public safety items. Key actions include several ordinances related to the Brick Church Station redevelopment project, a contract for outfitting 21 new police vehicles, and multiple grant resolutions. Most committee items are listed as 'In Committee' with no specific action noted.

• Ordinance No. 49: subsidy for up to $26,100,000 in Brick Church Station redevelopment bonds
• Ordinance No. 50: guaranty of up to $15,000,000 in city-guaranteed redevelopment bonds
• Ordinance No. 51: $4,500,000 special assessment for stormwater/sewer improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Halsted St
• Resolution 803: contract for outfitting 21 new police vehicles
• Resolution 325: authorize payment of $45,950.60 in accumulated absence liabilities to former employees

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding public hearings on four applications, including a lot consolidation and several development proposals. The board will also review and approve the minutes from its previous regular meeting. The agenda is primarily procedural, with the substantive items being the public hearings.

• Public hearing for 939 East Orange Ave (application 1923)
• Public hearing for 10-12 N Clinton St lot consolidation (PB2580-20)
• Public hearing for 17 Carlton St (PB2771-21)
• Public hearing for 935-939 S. Orange Ave (application 2020-0003-96-N)
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from 10/06/2021

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 45 (four-way stop signs) and consider several ordinances on first reading, including major redevelopment financing measures for the Brick Church Station project. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering routine items such as bill approvals, grants, and a contract for outfitting 21 new police vehicles.

• Ordinance 49: subsidy for up to $26,100,000 in redevelopment bonds for Brick Church Station Phase 1A
• Ordinance 50: guaranty of up to $15,000,000 in city-guaranteed redevelopment bonds for Brick Church project
• Ordinance 51: $4,500,000 special assessment for stormwater/sewer improvements and remediation on MLK Jr. Blvd and Halsted St
• Resolution I-300: authorize payment of $45,950.60 in accumulated absence liabilities to former employees
• Resolution I-305: award contract for outfitting 21 new police vehicles

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including redevelopment agreements for properties on South Grove Street and Halstead Street, a tax appeal refund of $77,143.14, and the purchase of a 2022 GMC Yukon for the police department. The agenda also includes ordinances on first and second reading related to four-way stop signs and property transfers. Many items are listed as 'in committee' and will be discussed without formal action.

• Redevelopment agreement with 10 South Grove Urban Renewal, LLC for Block 180, Lots 15 and 15.01 (10 South Grove Street)
• Redevelopment agreement with 75 Halstead, LLC for 75 Halstead Street
• Tax appeal refund of $77,143.14
• Ordinance No. 38 of 2021 to transfer city property to Jarid Jamar Construction Company in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Resolution to acquire a 4WD 2022 GMC Yukon SLT for police incident command

East Orange Water Commission

This is the regular meeting agenda for the East Orange Water Commission. The agenda includes a list of resolutions to be considered, though the specific details are not provided in the text.

• Regular meeting agenda
• Resolutions for September 21, 2021

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health met to discuss COVID-19 vaccination statistics, homebound vaccination efforts, and school reopening protocols. They also reviewed retail food inspections and outstanding ordinances, including those for e-cigarettes and nail salons. The meeting was largely informational, with updates from the Health Officer and no formal votes beyond approving the previous minutes.

• COVID-19 vaccination rates: 64% of residents 18+ and 62% of ages 12-17 have received at least one dose; lowest rate among ages 12-17 at 39%
• Homebound vaccinations: 102 of 121 homebound residents fully vaccinated since May 2021
• Retail food inspections: 168 completed, 146 satisfactory
• Discussed revisiting e-cigarette ordinance and other outstanding ordinances (mercantile, nail salon, barbershop)
• School reopening: no outbreaks reported, but sporadic cases led to quarantines; teachers/staff required vaccinated or tested

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and votes on several ordinances, including transferring city property to a developer, authorizing a tax abatement agreement, and creating four-way stop signs. The council will also consider resolutions for a police vehicle purchase, a redevelopment agreement, and various routine items on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance 38: Transfer city property to Jarid Jamar Construction in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Ordinance 39: Tax abatement agreement with North Walnut Urban Renewal for properties on North Walnut and William Streets
• Ordinance 36: Subsidy for up to $26.1M in redevelopment bonds for Brick Church Station project
• Ordinance 37: Guaranty of up to $15M in bonds for Brick Church Redevelopment Project
• Resolution I-291: Purchase of 2022 GMC Yukon for police incident command

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a committee meeting to review and vote on various resolutions and ordinances. Key items include an ordinance to create four-way stop signs, a second-reading ordinance to vacate Brick Church Plaza, a contract for HUD CDBG homeowner grant estimating services, and several memorial resolutions. Most agenda items are listed as 'In Committee' with no action taken.

• Ordinance No. 44 of 2021: four-way signs at various intersections
• Ordinance No. 31 of 2021: vacating Brick Church Plaza from South Harrison Street
• Resolution awarding contract for cost estimating services for HUD CDBG Homeowner Grant Assistance Program
• Resolution supporting involuntary accidental disability retirement application under Police and Firemen's Retirement System
• Resolution naming corner of South Clinton and Tremont Avenue in honor of William Winton Wilson Sr.

Planning & Zoning Boards

This is a procedural agenda for the East Orange Zoning Board meeting on September 8, 2021. The agenda contains only document references and Zoom attendance information, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

Planning & Zoning Boards

This agenda for the East Orange Planning Board regular meeting on September 1, 2021, contains only procedural items—meeting documents and Zoom attendee information—with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda is purely administrative.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance No. 31 of 2021 to vacate Brick Church Plaza from South Harrison Street, subject to a memorandum of understanding. The council will also consider a consent agenda with routine resolutions, including bill approvals, payroll, and contracts, plus new business such as an ordinance on first reading for four-way signs at intersections.

• Ordinance No. 31 of 2021: Vacating Brick Church Plaza from South Harrison Street
• Ordinance No. 44 of 2021 (first reading): Amending city code for four-way signs at various intersections
• Resolution I-280: Awarding contract for cost estimating services for HUD CDBG Homeowner Grant Assistance Program
• Resolution I-281: Supporting application for involuntary accidental disability retirement under Police and Firemen's Retirement System
• Resolution I-283: Authorizing designation of restricted parking spaces

City Council

This is a special meeting of the East Orange City Council, but the agenda contains only the meeting notice and list of council members. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the agenda is purely procedural.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a first reading of Ordinance No. 43 of 2021, which would establish a local regulatory system for cannabis cultivation, manufacture, sale, consumption, and delivery, in compliance with New Jersey state law. The ordinance defines license classes, consumption areas, and penalties, and would allow the city to impose a transfer tax on cannabis sales.

• Ordinance No. 43 of 2021 on first reading to legalize and regulate cannabis sales
• Establishes six license classes: cultivator, manufacturer, wholesaler, distributor, retailer, delivery
• Allows city to impose transfer tax on cannabis sales per N.J.S.A. 40:48I-19a(1)
• Creates a Board of Cannabis Control and defines cannabis consumption areas
• Sets civil penalties for violations of local cannabis ordinances

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a committee meeting to discuss and vote on a range of resolutions and ordinances, including the adoption of the CY2021 municipal budget, a redevelopment agreement for 55 Washington Street, and several ordinances related to the Brick Church Station redevelopment project. The agenda also includes first-reading ordinances on cannabis regulation and property transfers, as well as second-reading votes on prior ordinances. Public comments were heard from residents about a local business and building signage.

• Resolution to adopt CY2021 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 36 of 2021: subsidy for up to $26,100,000 Brick Church Station redevelopment bonds
• Ordinance No. 37 of 2021: guaranty of up to $15,000,000 Brick Church redevelopment bonds
• Ordinance No. 43 of 2021: legalizing and regulating cannabis sales
• Resolution to accept $1,506,365 in CDBG funds for FY 2021-2022

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is meeting to consider an application for 223 Midland Avenue, as indicated by the attached documents including a drainage report, topographical survey, planner's report, and a DPW review letter. The agenda lists only this item for discussion or decision. Public participation is available via Zoom.

• 223 Midland Ave application review
• Drainage report for 223 Midland Ave
• Topographical survey for 223 Midland Ave
• DPW review letter (ZB 2584-20) dated 07-12-21
• Planner's report for 223 Midland Ave

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances, including a city-owned lot transfer and a tax agreement for properties on North Walnut and North Clinton Streets. The council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like the CY2021 municipal budget, CDBG grant acceptances totaling over $3 million, and a roof repair bid, plus first-reading ordinances on cannabis regulation and redevelopment bonds for the Brick Church Station project.

• Ordinance 36: subsidy for up to $26,100,000 Brick Church Station redevelopment bonds
• Ordinance 43: legalizing and regulating cannabis sales
• Resolution I-266: adopt CY2021 municipal budget
• Resolutions I-268/269: accept CDBG funds $1,472,844 (FY20-21) and $1,506,365 (FY21-22)
• Resolution I-272: accept bid for roof repair/replacement at city facilities

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including ordinances on first reading that would legalize cannabis sales, transfer a city-owned lot, vacate Brick Church Plaza, and approve a tax agreement with 227 NWST Urban Renewal. The agenda also includes resolutions for police equipment purchases, a gun buy-back event, and various financial matters. Many items are listed as 'in committee' for discussion, while others are scheduled for formal resolutions.

• Ordinance No. 29 of 2021: legalizing and regulating cannabis sales in East Orange
• Ordinance No. 32 of 2021: financial agreement with 227 NWST Urban Renewal, LLC for payments in lieu of taxes on properties at 227 North Walnut Street, 235 North Walnut Street, and 216 North Clinton Street
• Resolution authorizing purchase of high-risk entry body armor for Police Department
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two additional mobile neighborhood public safety camera units
• Resolution accepting bid of Flanagan's Contracting Group, Inc. for Columbian Park Improvements-Site

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular meeting on August 4, 2021, with a hearing on application 21-0721 for 47 Princeton. The agenda includes hearing documents and Zoom attendee information, indicating the meeting will be conducted remotely. No other substantive items are listed.

• Application 21-0721 for 47 Princeton
• Planning drawing set for 47 Princeton
• Zoom hearing information for 8-4-2021

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding its regular meeting on July 26, 2021, with a consent agenda covering routine items and a regular agenda with new business. Key actions include first reading of ordinances on cannabis regulation, property transfers, and a financial agreement, as well as resolutions for police equipment and a budget amendment. Public hearings and citizen comments are scheduled.

• Ordinance No. 29 of 2021: legalizing and regulating cannabis sales
• Ordinance No. 30 of 2021: transferring city-owned lot to New Life Construction & Property Management LLC
• Ordinance No. 32 of 2021: financial agreement with 227 NWST Urban Renewal, LLC for PILOT on properties at 227 N. Walnut St., 235 N. Walnut St., 216 N. Clinton St.
• Resolution I-255: 2021 Gun Buy-Back Event on August 7 with fund allocation
• Resolution I-250: approving submission of Five-Year Consolidated Plan to HUD

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions, including a redevelopment agreement for properties on North Walnut and North Clinton streets, and an ordinance to transfer a city-owned lot in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area. The agenda also includes routine items such as payroll, bills, and inspection fee refunds, along with committee discussions on various city services.

• Redevelopment agreement with 227 NWST Urban Renewal, LLC for Block 351, Lot 5 (235 North Walnut Street) and Block 351, Lot 21 (216 North Clinton Street)
• Ordinance No. 28 of 2021 to transfer a city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Resolution to engage Bright View Engineering for renovation of the East Orange Police Shooting Range
• Refunds of Certificate of Conformity inspection fees: $325 to Heather Cassells-Simpson, $200 to Emanuel Constant, $200 to Magdy Morcos
• Resolution to correct the term of the contract for Planning & Zoning Boards Consultant Services

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health held a regular meeting on July 20, 2021, discussing updates on the adult recreational marijuana ordinance, COVID-19 vaccination progress, and school reopening preparations. The board also addressed testing locations, health department relocation, and other community health concerns.

• Discussed the adult recreational marijuana ordinance and licensing, including concerns about monopolies and input to City Council
• Reported that East Orange's COVID-19 vaccination rate is under 50%, with weekly clinics on Central Ave and evening clinics at City Hall
• Discussed school reopening and masking expectations with the East Orange School District
• Noted that COVID-19 testing is available at multiple locations, including pharmacies, EOGH, and 200 Freeway Drive
• Discussed potential relocation of the Health Department and WIC, with the old police building on Munn Avenue mentioned as a possible site

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is meeting to consider applications, including a conversion of a single-family home to a two-family dwelling at 21 Dodd Street and architectural, drainage, and topographic plans for a property on Midland Avenue. Public participation is available via Zoom.

• Application ZB-2589-21: conversion from single-family to two-family at 21 Dodd Street
• Architectural plot plan, floor plan, and elevations for Grady, East Orange
• Drainage report and topographic survey for 223 Midland Ave
• Public hearing documents and Zoom attendee info for 7-14-21

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including redevelopment agreements, zoning changes, and numerous financial resolutions. The agenda includes several resolutions to be presented, such as a redevelopment agreement for 7 Prospect Street and designating a redeveloper for properties on North 15th Street. Many items are listed as 'In Committee' and may be discussed but not voted on.

• Redevelopment agreement with New Brick Church, LLC for Block 684, Lot 15 (7 Prospect Street)
• Designating Jarid Jamar Construction Company as redeveloper for 62-76 North 15th Street
• Resolution to amend Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan to relocate properties
• Ordinance No. 28 of 2021 to transfer city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC
• Resolution for 2022 Various Streets Improvements Project grant application with NJDOT

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on Ordinance No. 28 of 2021, which would transfer a city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC in the Transit Village Redevelopment Area. The consent agenda includes resolutions for a redevelopment agreement, bill approvals, payroll, and various fee refunds. The meeting also includes routine reports, minutes, and correspondence.

• Ordinance No. 28 of 2021: transfer of city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC in Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Resolution I-228: redevelopment agreement with 227 NWST Urban Renewal, LLC for 235 North Walnut Street and 216 North Clinton Street
• Resolution I-237: engagement of Bright View Engineering for police shooting range renovation plans
• Resolutions I-234 to I-236: refunds of Certificate of Conformity inspection fees ($325, $200, $200)
• Resolution I-231: cancellation of COVID Special Emergency

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several planning items, including a proposal to convert a single-family home at 292 North Arlington Avenue into a three-family dwelling, and a redevelopment plan for North Arlington Avenue. The agenda also includes a hearing for a project at 47 Princeton Street.

• Conversion of 1-family to 3-family at 292 North Arlington Ave (variance-free)
• North Arlington Avenue Redevelopment Plan (dated 06.30.2021)
• Hearing documents for 47 Princeton St (application 21-0311)

City Council

This agenda is procedural: it lists the East Orange City Council's 2021 meeting dates and announces that meetings will be held remotely via video conference due to Executive Order 107. Residents can submit written public comments by email. No specific legislation, contracts, or other substantive items are listed.

• 2021 meeting schedule: Committee Discussion & Agenda Meetings at 5:30 PM and Regular Official Meetings at 6:00 PM
• Meetings held via video conference, streaming on Facebook Live (facebook.com/eocitycouncil)
• Public comments accepted by email to [email protected] by 5:00 PM (Committee), 5:30 PM (Regular), 11:30 AM (Reorganization)
• Meetings in City Council Chambers, 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, NJ

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding its regular meeting with a public hearing on a curb loading zone ordinance, a consent agenda of routine resolutions, and several redevelopment items. The council will consider a redevelopment agreement for 7 Prospect Street, a proposed Transit Village District plan amendment, and a budget amendment for federal American Rescue Plan Act funds. A second ordinance on first reading would transfer a city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC.

• Ordinance No. 27 of 2021: add a loading zone along South Burnet Street (public hearing)
• Resolution I-196: redevelopment agreement with New Brick Church, LLC for 7 Prospect Street (Block 684, Lot 15)
• Resolution I-198: designate Jarid Jamar Construction Company as redeveloper for 62, 63, 64, 74, 76 North 15th Street
• Mayor's communication: American Rescue Plan Act funds to be included as 2021 budget amendment
• Ordinance No. 28 of 2021 (first reading): transfer city-owned lot to North Walnut Urban Renewal, LLC in Transit Village Redevelopment Area

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of resolutions and ordinances, including a tax exemption for an affordable housing project, several contract awards, and grant applications. The agenda includes many items held in committee, indicating ongoing discussions, alongside specific resolutions to be presented for action.

• Ordinance No. 24 of 2021: Tax exemption and financial agreement with Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions, LLC
• Resolution: Payment of accumulated absence liabilities to former employees - $75,806.13
• Resolution: Purchase of vehicle technology equipment for new 2021 police cars from DEA confiscation funds
• Resolution: Award of non-fair and open contract for solid waste and recycling consultant services
• Resolution: Settlement of litigation in Shena Grimes v. City of East Orange

City Council

The East Orange City Council is announcing dates for its CY2021 departmental budget hearings, to be held from June 29 through July 8, 2021, at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers. The notice states that formal action may be taken during these hearings. The agenda is procedural, providing only the schedule and location.

• Budget hearings scheduled for June 29, 30, July 6, 7, 8, 2021
• Hearings at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 44 City Hall Plaza
• Masks required and social distancing observed
• Formal action may be taken

East Orange Water Commission

The East Orange Water Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider a revised agenda and a set of resolutions for June 15, 2021. The agenda lists two main items: the revised meeting agenda and the resolutions document, both of which are attached as PDFs. No specific resolutions, dollar amounts, or project details are provided in the agenda text itself.

• Revised regular meeting agenda for June 15, 2021
• June 15, 2021 resolutions package for commission action

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health met to discuss the city's upcoming decision on recreational marijuana, with the board planning a special members-only meeting to form its public health position. The board also reviewed COVID-19 vaccination rates, school water safety checks, and WIC program updates including a transition to electronic debit cards.

• Recreational marijuana: city drafting ordinance; board to hold special meeting June 22 to discuss position
• COVID-19 vaccination: 45% of adults 18+ have received at least one dose; Pfizer clinic for ages 12+ at City Hall June 17
• School water systems: Legionella testing and fountain status under review
• WIC: eWIC debit card rollout targeted for January 2022; program caseload up 7.9% since January 2021
• Farmer's Market: monthly at City Hall parking lot June–October; check amounts increased from $25 to $35

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding its regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances, including a tax exemption and financial agreement for affordable housing with Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions, LLC, and the creation of four-way stop signs at Rhode Island Avenue & Madonna Place and Lincoln Street. The consent agenda includes numerous resolutions covering payroll, contracts, grants, and equipment purchases for police and fire departments. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to Executive Order 107, with public comments accepted by email.

• Ordinance No. 24: tax exemption and financial agreement with Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions, LLC
• Ordinance No. 25: four-way stop signs at Rhode Island Avenue & Madonna Place
• Ordinance No. 26: four-way stop signs on Lincoln Street
• Resolution I-185: purchase vehicle technology equipment for new 2021 police cars using DEA confiscation funds
• Resolution I-186: purchase two compressed air fill stations for the East Orange Fire Division

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider resolutions and ordinances, including designating a redeveloper for a property on Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd, approving a tax exemption for an affordable housing developer, and accepting a bid for Main Street streetscape improvements. Several items are listed as 'in committee' for discussion, while others are set for formal resolution. The meeting also includes ordinances on first and second reading, covering topics like four-way stop signs and a Comcast cable franchise renewal.

• Resolution designating New Life Construction & Property Management LLC as redeveloper for 381 Dr. MLK, Jr., Blvd.
• Ordinance No. 24 of 2021: tax exemption and financial agreement with Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions, LLC
• Resolution accepting bid of Zuccaro Inc. for Main Street streetscape improvements
• Resolution authorizing payment of accumulated absence liabilities to former employees - $75,806.13
• Ordinance No. 23 of 2021: renewal of municipal consent to Comcast of New Jersey for cable television system

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review and potentially decide on several planning and zoning applications, including a minor site plan revision for 579 Park Avenue and a resolution for approval for 12 North Oraton Parkway. The agenda includes hearing documents for multiple cases, indicating public hearings and deliberations on these items.

• Minor site plan revision for 579 Park Avenue (Case PB-698-19)
• Resolution for approval for 12 North Oraton Parkway
• Hearing documents for cases PL-1.1, PL-2.1, PL-3.1, PL-4.1
• Architectural and engineering plans for 579 Park Avenue
• Revised architecture plan and front signage for 579 Park Avenue

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to hold public hearings on the CY2021 budget and two ordinances, including one to renew Comcast's cable franchise. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering routine items such as payroll, bill approvals, and various public works resolutions, plus a workers' compensation settlement. Several ordinances are scheduled for first and second reading, including affordable housing tax exemption and new four-way stop signs.

• Public hearing on CY2021 budget
• Ordinance No. 23 of 2021: Renew Comcast cable franchise
• Resolution I-159: Pay $75,806.13 in accumulated absence liabilities to former employees
• Resolution I-156: Designate New Life Construction & Property Management LLC as redeveloper for 381 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.
• Ordinance No. 24 of 2021: Tax exemption and financial agreement with Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions, LLC

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including consenting to the Parking Authority's use of eminent domain for a parking project, designating 75 Halsted LLC as redeveloper of 75 Halsted Street, authorizing a COVID-19 small business relief grant program, and accepting CDBG-Cares Act funds. The agenda also includes ordinances on first reading for four-way stop signs and a Comcast cable franchise renewal, plus various routine items like payroll and bills.

• Resolution consenting to eminent domain by Parking Authority for parking project
• Resolution designating 75 Halsted, LLC as redeveloper of 75 Halsted Street (Block 692, Lot 10)
• Resolution authorizing COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program
• Ordinance No. 22 of 2021: four-way stop signs at various intersections
• Ordinance No. 23 of 2021: renewal of Comcast cable franchise

East Orange Water Commission

The provided agenda for the East Orange Water Commission contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific discussion topics or decisions.

Board of Health

The Board of Health reviewed updates on COVID-19 vaccination progress, noting an increase in residents receiving doses. Members also discussed upcoming regulations for recreational marijuana retail and the role of a Vulnerable Population Outreach Coordinator.

• Reported vaccination increase: approximately 27% of population received both doses, with up to 38% having received at least one dose
• Discussion of August 2021 deadline for municipalities to decide on recreational marijuana retail sales
• Update on the Vulnerable Population Outreach Coordinator grant and role
• Announcement of the launch of the eovaccine.org website
• Notice of potential relocation of the health department and planned ADA ramp installation

City Council

The City Council is introducing the Calendar Year 2021 municipal budget, which includes statements of revenues and appropriations. The budget is scheduled for publication in the East Orange Record and a public hearing will be held at City Hall on May 24, 2021. The resolution also directs that a copy be sent to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services. The agenda includes a capital budget and capital improvement program section, but it notes that this section does not itself authorize any spending.

• Introduction of the 2021 municipal budget
• Public hearing on the 2021 budget scheduled for May 24, 2021 at City Hall
• Budget to be published in the East Orange Record
• Resolution forwarded to the Director of the Division of Local Government Services
• Capital budget and capital improvement program included for planning purposes only

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda of routine resolutions and a regular agenda with two ordinances and several resolutions. Key items include designating a redeveloper for 75 Halsted Street, authorizing a COVID-19 small business relief grant program, and amending the city code for four-way stop signs. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Resolution I-154: Designate 75 Halsted, LLC as redeveloper of Block 692 Lot 10, 75 Halsted Street
• Resolution I-149: Authorize COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program
• Ordinance 22 of 2021: Create four-way stop signs at various intersections
• Ordinance 23 of 2021: Renew Comcast cable television franchise consent
• Resolution I-153: Settle workers compensation litigation (Girard Lukowiak vs City)

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions, including the introduction of the Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget, personnel appointments, and various grant applications. They will also consider an ordinance on second reading to create four-way stop signs at various intersections. Many items are listed as 'in committee' for discussion.

• Introduction of Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 21 of 2021: Amending City Code to create four-way stop signs at various intersections
• Resolution authorizing replacement of damaged neighborhood public safety cameras
• Resolution authorizing advertisement of invitation to bid for solid waste & recycling collection
• Duplicate tax payment refund of $1,053.80

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review site plans and related documents for two properties: 12 North Oraton Parkway and 151 North 14th Street. The agenda includes hearing documents, plans, and review letters for these applications. The board will decide on the proposed developments, which include a new two-family dwelling at 151 N 14th Street.

• Application PB-754-21 for 12 North Oraton Parkway
• Application PB-755-21 for a new two-family dwelling at 151 N 14th Street
• Traffic impact study and drainage statement for 12 North Oraton Parkway
• DPW review letter for 12 North Oraton Parkway

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider resolutions designating redevelopers for several properties, including the Brick Church area, North Walnut Street, and the Sussex Avenue Redevelopment Area. The agenda also includes ordinances on first and second reading, a settlement payment, and various routine finance and public works items.

• Resolution designating 10 S. Grove, LLC as redeveloper for properties in the Sussex Avenue Redevelopment Area
• Resolution designating New Brick Church, LLC as redeveloper for 7 Prospect Street (Block 684 Lot 15)
• Resolution designating North Walnut Urban Renewal Entity, LLC for properties on North Walnut and William Streets
• Ordinance No. 21 of 2021 creating four-way stop signs at various intersections
• Resolution authorizing settlement of workers' compensation litigation for $47,900.00

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to amend the city code to install four-way stop signs at three intersections: Whittlesey Avenue and Wilcox Avenue, Watson Avenue and Wilcox Avenue, and Watson Avenue and Wilcox Avenue (northbound). The ordinance would take effect 20 days after publication if passed.

• Four-way stop sign at Whittlesey Avenue (southbound) and Wilcox Avenue
• Four-way stop sign at Watson Avenue (southbound) and Wilcox Avenue
• Four-way stop sign at Watson Avenue (northbound) and Wilcox Avenue

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance creating four-way stop signs at various intersections. The council will also consider the introduction of the 2021 municipal budget, several grant applications, and mayoral appointments to the Board of Education and the Recreation Department.

• Ordinance No. 21 of 2021: amending city code to create four-way stop signs at various intersections (public hearing and final reading)
• Resolution I-128: introduction of Calendar Year 2021 Municipal Budget
• Resolution I-127: authorizing tax levy certified by the Board of School Estimate
• Resolution I-139: authorizing advertisement of invitation to bid for solid waste & recycling collection
• Mayoral appointments: Jerome Pearson as Acting Director of Recreation (45-day extension and confirmation), Felicia Williams-Ware, Andrea McPhatter, and Tashia Owens-Muhammad to Board of Education

Board of Health

The East Orange Board of Health met to discuss COVID-19 vaccination rates, data collection challenges, and school reopening. They also addressed a contract cancellation for lead abatement services and reviewed environmental health inspections.

• Approximately 10% of East Orange residents fully vaccinated; 6,138 received one or both vaccines, 1,136 received J&J
• Discussion on reopening Campus High as a vaccination site and mobile van for homebound residents
• Contract with Project Cost Associates rejected due to misrepresentation; new RFP issued
• 72 retail food establishment inspections completed; citations issued with Zoom court appearances
• Rodent complaint reported; Code Enforcement and DPW involved

Planning & Zoning Boards

This is a procedural agenda for a special meeting of the East Orange Planning Board on April 19, 2021. The agenda contains no listed action items, only a reference to the agenda PDF document.

• Special meeting of the Planning Board scheduled for 4-19-2021

Planning & Zoning Boards

This is the agenda for the East Orange Zoning Board's regular meeting on April 14, 2021. The agenda lists only the meeting itself and a linked PDF of the hearing agenda, with no specific items detailed in the provided text.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions and ordinances, including major financial items like redevelopment bonds for the Brick Church Station project and special assessments for sewer improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The agenda also includes routine items such as tax refunds, payroll, and grant applications.

• Resolution authorizing application for up to $59,000,000 in redevelopment area bonds for the Crossings at Brick Church Station project
• Ordinances for special assessments totaling $4.5M, $8.5M, and $10.5M for stormwater/sewer improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Ordinance authorizing subsidy for up to $26,100,000 in redevelopment bonds for Brick Church Station Phase 1A
• Ordinance authorizing guaranty of up to $15,000,000 in city-guaranteed redevelopment bonds
• Resolution to purchase one Chevrolet Tahoe emergency response vehicle for the Fire Division

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 11 of 2021, which would close city parks and other city property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn and add definitions for loitering and trespass. The ordinance also sets fines for violations, with higher fines for repeat offenses within six months.

• Ordinance No. 11 of 2021 amends Chapter 198 'Peace and Good Order'
• Prohibits use of parks, recreation areas, playgrounds, buildings, or public property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn
• Fines up to $500 for first violation of park closure; up to $1,000 for repeat violations within six months
• Police to enforce state laws on defiant trespass, drug loitering, and prostitution loitering
• General violations of chapter carry fines up to $2,000, 90 days' imprisonment, and/or 90 days community service

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 12 of 2021, which would amend the city's loitering law to add a new definition and prohibit being in parks or public property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn. The ordinance also updates enforcement and penalties, including fines up to $1,000 for repeat violations of the park closure rule.

• Amends Chapter 173 (Loitering) to redefine 'loitering' and 'public place'
• Prohibits being in city parks and public property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn
• Directs police to enforce state laws on defiant trespass, drug loitering, and prostitution loitering
• Sets fines up to $500 for first violation of park closure, up to $1,000 for repeat violations within six months

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 13 of 2021, which would amend the city's public parks code. The ordinance would prohibit all dogs and other domestic animals from city parks (except when leashed and going directly to a designated dog run), close parks and other city property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn, and update the definition of loitering. It also sets new penalties for curfew violations, with fines up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for repeat offenses within six months.

• Prohibits all dogs and domestic animals from city parks, except leashed transit to a dog run
• Closes parks and city property from one hour before dusk to one hour after dawn
• Amends loitering definition and adds curfew enforcement under NJ criminal code
• New fines: up to $500 for curfew violation, up to $1,000 for repeat within 6 months
• Existing penalties for other park violations remain up to $2,000 fine, 90 days jail, or 90 days community service

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances amending city codes on peace and good order, loitering, and conduct in public parks. The council will also vote on a consent agenda that includes resolutions designating redevelopers for several properties, purchasing vehicles, and settling a workers' compensation case. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to Executive Order 107.

• Public hearings on Ordinances 11, 12, 13 of 2021 amending chapters on peace and good order, loitering, and public parks conduct
• Resolution I-115 designating 10 S. Grove, LLC as redeveloper for properties in Sussex Avenue Redevelopment Area
• Resolution I-116 designating New Brick Church, LLC as redeveloper for 7 Prospect Street in Transit Village Redevelopment Area
• Resolution I-121 authorizing purchase of five 2021 Ford Escape vehicles for Off-Duty Traffic Cop Program
• Resolution I-125 authorizing settlement of workers' compensation litigation for $47,900.00

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review two development applications: one at 12 North Oraton Parkway and another at 227 North Walnut Street. The agenda includes supporting documents such as traffic impact studies, environmental impact statements, and drainage statements. The board will decide on these applications based on the submitted materials.

• Application PB-754-21 for 12 North Oraton Parkway
• Application PB-761-21 for 227 North Walnut Street
• Traffic impact study (revision 1) for one application
• Final environmental impact statement (EIS) for one application
• Drainage statement (revision 1) for one application

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering an ordinance that would amend the city code to allow the Golf Course Superintendent to reduce or waive green fees for special promotions and events, with the consent of the Department of Public Works Director and City Administrator. The ordinance also updates the fee schedule for the East Orange Golf Course, including green fees, cart fees, season passes, league memberships, and tournament fees.

• Amends § 5-70 to allow fee reductions for golf course promotions
• Green fees range from $18 (resident weekday) to $35 (non-cardholder weekend)
• Season passes: $1,500 single unlimited, $1,000 senior unlimited, $1,200 single weekday, $500 junior
• League membership: $8,780 for up to 40 golfers, $210 per additional golfer
• Tournament fees: $60 per player (Memorial Day–Labor Day), $40 after Labor Day, $500 non-refundable deposit

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 9 of 2021, which amends the all-night parking permit rules. It sets an annual fee of $150 per vehicle, prorated monthly, with a $75 annual cap for residents over 65 or totally disabled. The ordinance also specifies that permits are nonrefundable, issued for 6- or 12-month intervals, and transferable only to another vehicle owned by the same resident.

• Annual parking permit fee set at $150 per vehicle, prorated monthly from $150 in January to $12.50 in December
• Fee capped at $75 per year for residents over 65 or totally disabled
• Permits nonrefundable and issued for 6- or 12-month intervals
• Permits transferable only to another vehicle owned by the same resident

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances and vote on a consent agenda with resolutions covering finances, grants, and contracts. The most consequential items are resolutions authorizing up to $59 million in redevelopment bonds for the Crossings at Brick Church Station project and several ordinances for special assessments totaling over $23 million for stormwater and sewer improvements on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The council will also consider ordinances on first reading that amend city codes on peace and good order, loitering, and conduct in public parks.

• Resolution I-102: Authorize application for up to $59,000,000 in redevelopment bonds for the Crossings at Brick Church Station project
• Ordinances 14-16, 19-20: Special assessments for stormwater/sewer improvements at 505-533 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (totaling $23.5M)
• Resolution I-111: Accept bid of CMS Construction, Inc. for Central City Garage parking deck replacement
• Resolution I-108: Purchase one Chevrolet Tahoe emergency response vehicle for Fire Division
• Resolution I-92: Direct Planning Board to investigate non-condemnation redevelopment area near Greenwood

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold a committee meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions and ordinances, including bond ordinances for capital improvements and park upgrades, a redevelopment agreement, and COVID-19 vaccine memorandums. The agenda includes items on first and second reading, as well as numerous committee reports.

• Bond Ordinance No. 6 of 2021: $5,941,000 for various 2021 capital acquisitions and improvements, issuing $5,772,950 in bonds
• Bond Ordinance No. 7 of 2021: $6,086,200 for Columbian Park and Oval Park improvements, issuing $6,064,200 in bonds
• Resolution authorizing redevelopment agreement with 123 South Munn Urban Renewal Entity for Block 420, Lots 3, 4 & 5.01
• Ordinance No. 4 of 2021 (second reading): amendments to financial agreements for payments in lieu of taxes with Brick Church Urban Renewal entities
• Resolutions authorizing MOUs with Summit Medical Group Foundation and Newark Community Health Center for COVID-19 vaccine administration

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 8 of 2021, which would amend the city code to prohibit all domestic animals from public parks and playgrounds. The only exception would allow a dog on a leash to pass directly to or from a designated dog run without diversion. The ordinance includes standard severability, repeal, and effective-date provisions.

• Ordinance No. 8 of 2021 amends Chapter 132, Article I of the City Code
• Prohibits dogs and other domestic animals, leashed or unleashed, from all public parks and playgrounds
• Exception: leashed dogs may travel directly to or from a designated dog run without diversion
• Ordinance takes effect 20 days after publication unless council resolves otherwise

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is meeting to review applications including a mixed-use redevelopment project at The Station at East Orange (68-102 North Walnut St) and a revised minor site plan for a residential conversion at 59 Washington St. The agenda lists hearing documents for these items, indicating they will be discussed or decided at the meeting.

• Mixed-use redevelopment at 68-102 North Walnut St (PB-711-21)
• Revised minor site plan for 59 Washington St (2020-12-24)
• Residential conversion from 1-family to 3-family at 59 Washington St (PB-646-20)

East Orange Water Commission

The meeting agenda consists only of a single item regarding upcoming resolutions for April 20, 2021. No specific details on the content of these resolutions are provided in the agenda text.

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is holding a regular meeting to review applications, including a proposal to convert a single-family home at 62 New Street into a two-family dwelling. The board will also consider a planner's report regarding Kars Auto at 382 South Clinton. Public hearings may be held on these items.

• Application ZB-2575-21: conversion from single-family to two-family at 62 New Street
• Planner's report for ZB-2581-20: Kars Auto at 382 South Clinton

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 4 of 2021, which authorizes first amendments to financial agreements (payments in lieu of taxes) with six Brick Church Urban Renewal LLC entities. These amendments relate to a large mixed-use redevelopment project on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Halsted Street, including retail, residential, and parking components. The amendments revise specific conveyance sections of the agreements and will be held in escrow until released.

• Amends financial agreements with six Brick Church Urban Renewal LLC entities for the Brick Church redevelopment project
• Project includes approximately 60,000 sq ft anchor grocery, retail, 320 market-rate and 80 affordable residential units, and a 1,236-space parking deck
• Also includes approximately 357 market-rate and 63 workforce housing units in Phase 1B
• Properties affected: 533 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, 15-33 Halsted St, 505, 507, and 513-517 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
• Amendments to be held in escrow per a September 22, 2020 document escrow agreement

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to transfer a city-owned lot at 38 North Clinton Street (Block 370 Lot 24) to SBF Development, LLC for $10,880, which is 20% of the assessed value. The sale is part of the Greenwood Redevelopment Area under the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, and the developer was previously designated via Resolution 1-345 of 2020. The ordinance authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a contract of sale, with conditions including compliance with the Transit Village Redevelopment Plan and completion of preliminary development activities within six months.

• Transfer of city-owned lot at 38 North Clinton Street to SBF Development, LLC for $10,880
• Sale price equals 20% of assessed property value
• Property located in Greenwood Redevelopment Area under Local Redevelopment and Housing Law
• Developer designated via Resolution 1-345 of 2020
• Development must comply with Transit Village Redevelopment Plan

City Council

The City Council is considering a bond ordinance to fund renovations at Columbian Park and Oval Park. The plan includes reappropriating $733,800 in existing funds and authorizing new bonds of $6,064,200.

• Renovations to Columbian Park including a new playground, splash area, and fieldhouse updates
• Improvements to Oval Park including a new multi-purpose playing field and track
• Authorization of $6,064,200 in negotiable bonds or notes
• Allocation of $6,086,200 from the Open Space Trust Fund
• $2,000,000 grant expected from NJDEP Green Acres Program

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including two bond ordinances totaling over $11 million for capital improvements and park renovations. The council will also consider resolutions for COVID-19 vaccine partnerships, a redevelopment agreement, and a litigation settlement. The meeting will be conducted via video conference due to the pandemic.

• Bond Ordinance No. 6: $5,941,000 for 2021 capital acquisitions and improvements, issuing $5,772,950 in bonds
• Bond Ordinance No. 7: $6,086,200 for Columbian Park and Oval Park improvements, issuing $6,064,200 in bonds
• Ordinance No. 4: First amendments to PILOT agreements with Brick Church Urban Renewal LLCs for properties on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Ordinance No. 5: Transfer of city-owned lots to SBF Development, LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Resolutions authorizing MOUs with Summit Medical Group Foundation and Newark Community Health Center for COVID-19 vaccine administration

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including bond ordinances for capital improvements and park renovations, a financial agreement amendment with McIver Homes, and a property transfer to SBF Development. Most agenda items are listed as 'In Committee' for discussion, with specific resolutions to be presented for action.

• Bond Ordinance No. 6: $5,941,000 for 2021 capital improvements, issuing $5,772,950 in bonds
• Bond Ordinance No. 7: $6,086,200 for Columbian Park and Oval Park improvements, issuing $6,064,200 in bonds
• Ordinance No. 4: First amendments to financial agreements with Brick Church Urban Renewal LLCs for tax payments in lieu of taxes
• Ordinance No. 5: Transfer of city-owned lots to SBF Development LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Resolution: Rider to second financial agreement between City and McIver Homes, L.P.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is considering a bond ordinance that would appropriate $5,941,000 for various 2021 capital improvements, funded by $5,772,950 in bonds or notes, a $1,081,321 state grant, and $168,050 in down payments. The projects include streetscape improvements on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, repairs to the Central City Garage, and renovations to public safety and city-owned buildings. This is a public hearing and final vote on the ordinance.

• Appropriates $5,941,000 for 2021 capital improvements, issuing $5,772,950 in bonds or notes
• Includes $1,081,321 grant from NJ Economic Development Authority for MLK Jr. Streetscape Project (Burnet Street to East Orange Train Station)
• Allocates $2,580,000 for MLK streetscape, $971,000 for Central City Garage top-level repairs, $2,390,000 for public safety building renovations
• Authorizes up to $300,000 for permitted bond expenses
• Pledges full faith and credit of the city, requiring property tax levy for repayment

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding a regular meeting to review a site plan application for 111 Prospect Street. The agenda includes documents such as a DPW review letter, a revised site plan, a traffic engineering evaluation, and a drainage report. The board will decide on the application.

• Site plan review for 111 Prospect Street
• DPW review letter for 111 Prospect Street
• Traffic engineering evaluation by Klein Traffic Consulting
• Drainage report for 111 Prospect Street
• Zoning permit application for 111 Prospect Street

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda of routine resolutions and to hold first readings of several ordinances, including a $5.9 million capital improvements bond and amendments to tax agreements for properties on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The council will also consider transferring city-owned lots in the Greenwood Redevelopment Area and a bond for park improvements. Public comments can be submitted by email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Bond Ordinance No. 6 of 2021: $5,941,000 for capital improvements, issuing $5,772,950 in bonds
• Ordinance No. 4 of 2021: First amendments to PILOT agreements for Brick Church Urban Renewal properties on MLK Jr. Blvd
• Ordinance No. 5 of 2021: Transfer city-owned lots to SBF Development LLC in Greenwood Redevelopment Area
• Bond Ordinance No. 7 of 2021: $6,086,200 for Columbian Park and Oval Park improvements
• Resolution I-62: Approving rider to financial agreement with McIver Homes, L.P.

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Zoning Board is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes a planner's report on application ZB 2581-20 by Kars Auto for the property at 382 South Clinton. The board will discuss or decide on this application.

• Application ZB 2581-20 by Kars Auto
• Property at 382 South Clinton

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 2 of 2021, which amends the Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan. The amendment corrects a discrepancy that limited detached one- and two-family homes to 2.5 stories, while the city's land use ordinance intended to allow 3 stories. It also fixes typographical errors and clarifies permitted uses in the Central Avenue Commercial District.

• Amends bulk standards to allow 3.0 stories for one- and two-family detached dwellings in seven subdistricts
• Corrects height discrepancy between TVD Plan and R-2, R-3, R-4, R-O Residential Districts
• Clarifies residential uses and access requirements in Central Avenue Commercial District
• Removes references to Central Business District and corrects roadway names to Central Avenue
• Amends sections of Arts & Cultural, North Walnut, Evergreen Square Halsted, TR-2, TR-3, TR-4, and TR-O districts

City Council

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances, including one to amend the Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan and another to amend the city's holiday and leave policy. The council will also vote on a consent agenda with resolutions, including a temporary ban on short-term rentals, extending parking permits, and awarding contracts for consultant and towing services.

• Ordinance No. 2 of 2021: Amends Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan to correct errors
• Ordinance No. 3 of 2021: Amends Chapter 60 on Holidays and Leaves of Absence
• Resolution I-55: Imposes temporary ban on short-term rentals
• Resolution I-56: Extends 2020 parking permits until end of 2021
• Resolution I-51: Awards $75,000 contract for municipal budget consultant services

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions and ordinances, including amendments to the Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan, a budget cap ordinance, and various financial items. The agenda includes confirmations of appointments, settlements, and grant applications. Many items are listed as 'In Committee' for discussion.

• Ordinance No. 2 of 2021: Amends Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan to correct errors
• Ordinance No. 3 of 2021: Amends Chapter 60 on Holidays and Leaves of Absence
• Ordinance No. 1 of 2021: Exceeds budget appropriation limits and establishes cap bank
• Resolution: Tax appeal refund of $52,255.55
• Resolution: Authorizes settlement of workers' compensation litigation (Daniel Baker, Philip Davis)

City Council

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 3 of 2021, which would amend the city code to add Juneteenth Day (June 19th) to the list of official paid holidays for city employees. The ordinance adds Juneteenth to the existing holiday list and would take effect immediately upon final passage.

• Adds Juneteenth Day (June 19) to official paid holidays list
• Amends Chapter 60, Article VIII, Section 60-47 of city code
• Includes severability clause and repeals conflicting ordinances

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is meeting to review several site plan applications, including a proposal for 116 Hollywood and approved site plans for Hue Soul and Novus Landmark. The agenda includes drawings and exhibits for these projects, indicating the board will discuss or decide on these matters.

• 116 Hollywood proposal drawings and survey
• Hue Soul site plan submission and exhibits
• PB724-19 site plan for Novus Landmark East Orange Urban Renewal, LLC

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing a loan agreement to fund police vehicles, purchasing 21 new patrol vehicles, and approving a software and hardware update for the financial accounting system. The council will also consider a settlement in litigation with Suburban Disposal, Inc., and a resolution extending the expanded definition of rent through June 2021. Most other agenda items are listed as 'In Committee' for discussion.

• Resolution awarding a contract for a loan agreement to fund police vehicle purchases
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 21 new patrol vehicles for the East Orange Police Department
• Resolution authorizing purchase of software and hardware update for financial accounting system
• Resolution authorizing settlement of litigation in Suburban Disposal, Inc. v City of East Orange
• Resolution extending expanded definition of rent set-forth in Ordinance #21 of 2020 until June 2021

East Orange Water Commission

The East Orange Water Commission is holding a regular meeting for the purpose of re-organization. The provided agenda consists of procedural notices and contains no specific action items or discussion topics.

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of financial and legal items, including a $1,000,958 legal transfer, tax refunds, and several professional service contracts. The agenda also includes resolutions for vehicle purchases, a settlement with Buzzing Bees Child Care, and a lease extension for the WIC division. Many items are listed as 'In Committee' for discussion only.

• Legal Transfer 2020 – $1,000,958.00
• Tax Appeal Refund – $98,717.66
• Duplicate Tax Payments – $8,772.03 and $3,385.22
• Settlement with Buzzing Bees Child Care Development, LLC
• Purchase of two Chevrolet Silverado vehicles for Fire Division

City Council

The East Orange City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items like payroll, bill approvals, and appointments, as well as resolutions to purchase 21 new police patrol vehicles and to fund them via a loan agreement. They will also consider an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank, and a resolution denouncing President Trump's actions on January 6, 2021. Public comments are being accepted via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Resolution I-19: Purchase 21 new patrol vehicles for the East Orange Police Department
• Resolution I-18: Award contract for loan agreement to fund police vehicle purchase
• Ordinance No. 1 of 2021: Exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank
• Resolution I-24: Denounce January 6, 2021 actions of President Trump and request impeachment or censure
• Resolution I-22: Accept additional NPP COVID Relief grant funds from NJ DCA

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items, including resolutions to purchase 21 new police vehicles, accept COVID relief grant funds, and confirm appointments to the Housing and Parking Authorities. The council will also vote on a resolution condemning President Trump for the Capitol attack. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance to exceed municipal budget limits and establish a cap bank.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of 21 new patrol vehicles
• Resolution accepting NPP COVID Relief Funds from NJ DCA
• Resolution condemning President Trump for Capitol attack
• Ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish cap bank
• Appointments to Housing Authority and Parking Authority

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on January 6, 2021, with public hearings on three site plan applications, including a major 78-unit residential building at 14 Summit Street. The board will also memorialize minutes and resolutions for previously approved projects, including a 75-unit conversion at 55 Washington Street and a two-lot subdivision at 87 N. 18th Street.

• PB718-19: 5-story, 78-unit multifamily dwelling with surface parking at 14 Summit Street (Block 361, Lots 16, 22)
• PB746-20: Site plan amendment and parking reconfiguration for existing office building at 33&41-55 Evergreen Place (Block 691, Lots 8,9,11,12.01,21)
• PB740-20: Minor site plan and bulk variance for 3-family dwelling with ground floor parking at 116 Hollywood Avenue (Block 21, Lot 26)
• PB645-20: Resolution to convert 6-story office building into 75-unit dwelling at 55 Washington Street (Block 673, Lot 3)
• PB752-20: Resolution for minor subdivision to create two lots and build two two-family homes at 87 N. 18th Street (Block 61, Lot 6)

Planning & Zoning Boards

The East Orange Planning Board is holding its annual reorganization meeting, which includes reading the Sunshine Law, administering oaths, and electing a chair and vice-chair. The board will also review professional service contracts, including a resolution for Klein Traffic Consulting, LLC, and set 2021 hearing dates. Appointments to subcommittees, including the Zoning Committee, will be discussed. The meeting is procedural in nature.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of professional services contracts, including Klein Traffic Consulting, LLC
• Setting 2021 hearing dates
• Appointments to Planning Board subcommittees, including Zoning Committee

City Council

The East Orange City Council is holding its annual reorganization meeting to elect a 2021 chairperson, appoint council committees, and pass routine resolutions including board appointments, meeting dates, holidays, payroll dates, and a temporary budget. The meeting is conducted via video conference due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted by email.

• Election of 2021 City Council Chairperson
• Appointment of City Council Committees
• Resolutions for Board of School Estimate, Planning Board, and Joint Meeting Maintenance
• Designation of Official Advertising
• 2021 City Council Meeting Dates, Official Holidays, and Payroll Dates