{
 "city": "East Orange",
 "state": "New Jersey",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/eastorange-nj.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-07",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Boards",
   "headline": "Zoning Board meets; agenda shows only one property reference",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-1347",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-01",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Boards",
   "headline": "Planning Board to hear subdivision application for 81 N 15th Street",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1360",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "East Orange Council to consider $23.5M in tax anticipation notes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1355",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider $23.5M tax anticipation notes and $7.9M emergency appropriation",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1354",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider adding stop signs at two intersections",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1353",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves 30-year tax exemption for senior housing at 150 N Arlington Ave",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1352",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers 30-year tax exemption for 205-unit affordable senior housing at 50 South Munn Ave",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1351",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on amending Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1350",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss $23.5M borrowing, emergency appropriation, and Heritage House tax exemption",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1349",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on $23.5M in tax anticipation notes and refunding bonds",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1348",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Boards",
   "headline": "Zoning Board to hold hearings on 47 S Walnut and 103 S Burnett St",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1339",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rent control changes, property sale, and $25M water borrowing",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1345",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers updating fees for housing certificates, property maintenance rules",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1344",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council takes up rental decontrol fee overhaul",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1343",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Amending ordinance for transfer of 229 North Munn Ave to Parking Authority",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1342",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss $25M water note, redevelopment deals, tax exemptions",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1341",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council holds public hearing on rental control and property maintenance changes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1340",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-03",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Boards",
   "headline": "Planning Board hearing on 8-10 Watson property",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1338",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider amendment to rental control ordinance",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1337",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rental control amendments and property transfers",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1336",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to vote on rental control ordinance changes",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1335",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council considers sale of city-owned lot at 95 N. 17th St. for $62,900",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1334",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rental control amendment and redevelopment agreements",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1333",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council holds public hearing on transferring 95 N. 17th St property to developer for redevelopment",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1332",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council meetings moved to virtual due to early voting in chambers",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1331",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "East Orange Water Commission",
   "headline": "Board considers renewing emergency water/sewer contract up to $1.6 M",
   "summary": "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.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1329",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.eastorange-nj.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}