Newark public meetings in 2020
38 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance authorizing a special emergency appropriation to fund an operational deficit in revenues caused by the declared public health emergency. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including budget insertions for health programs, a contract change order for the Pequannock Residuals Treatment Facility, and the deletion of a property from a redevelopment area. Additionally, the council will establish the 2021 meeting schedule and holiday calendar.
- Ordinance 20-1570: special emergency appropriation to fund revenue deficit from public health emergency
- Resolution 20-1405: budget insertion of $223,515 for child lead poisoning prevention program
- Resolution 20-1421: budget insertion of $2,100,495 for WIC nutritional services
- Resolution 20-0719: amendment to delete 192 Doremus Avenue from a redevelopment area
- Resolution 20-1618: change order #1 for Pequannock Residuals Treatment Facility, increasing contract to $5,669,452.91
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including two redevelopment plans and a special emergency appropriation to fund an operational deficit caused by the COVID-19 public health emergency. The council also considers authorizing the acquisition and sale of property for the Bergen Street Police and Fire Training Academy, along with multiple property sales for redevelopment and various contracts.
- Adoption of Chestnut and Oliver Street Redevelopment Plan (East Ward)
- Adoption of Garden and East Kinney Redevelopment Plan (East Ward)
- Special emergency appropriation of an unspecified amount to cover COVID-19-related revenue deficit
- Acquisition of land from Newark Board of Education for Bergen Street Police and Fire Training Academy
- Sale of city-owned property at 257 Martin Luther King Boulevard to NJIT for $180,000
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings on ordinances adopting the Chestnut and Oliver Street Redevelopment Plan and the Garden and East Kinney Redevelopment Plan, and a special emergency appropriation to fund an operational deficit caused by the public health emergency. The council will also vote on resolutions including a $404,693.98 Clean Communities grant, several property sales for redevelopment (e.g., NJIT, 110 James Street, 240 Wright Street, 2-24 Mount Pleasant Avenue), and a contract for traffic arm assemblies. Additionally, an ordinance authorizes the purchase and sale of land for the Bergen Street Police and Fire Training Academy.
- Special emergency appropriation of unspecified amount to fund COVID-related operational deficit (6PSF-c)
- Adoption of Chestnut and Oliver Street Redevelopment Plan (6PSF-a)
- Adoption of Garden and East Kinney Redevelopment Plan (6PSF-b)
- Authorization to purchase land from Newark Board of Education for Bergen Street Police and Fire Training Academy (6PSF-d) and to sell same site to Brandywine Acquisition & Development (6PSF-e)
- Clean Communities Program grant of $404,693.98 for litter removal and graffiti abatement (7R1-c)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a regular meeting with a public hearing on an ordinance to increase the size and change the nomination process of the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB). The council also introduces a redevelopment plan for Chestnut and Oliver Streets and votes on several city-owned property sales for housing and student housing projects. Other items include a resolution to amend an affordable housing project and a contract for court interpreting services.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 20-1204 to expand the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) membership and change nomination structure
- First reading of Ordinance 20-1352 adopting the Chestnut and Oliver Street Redevelopment Plan
- Authorizing sale of 257 Martin Luther King Boulevard to NJIT for $180,000 for Gateway Plan redevelopment
- Authorizing sale of 2-24 Mount Pleasant Avenue to Newark Interfaith, LLC for $338,532 to build a 5-story multi-family building
- Resolution to amend the Oak Towers affordable housing project (total cost $17,339,117) using Low Income Housing Tax Credits
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a new medical cannabis transfer tax, changes to the Civilian Complaint Review Board, and adoption of the Jackson and Ferry Street Redevelopment Plan. Resolutions include accepting $6 million in CARES Act funding, $2.9 million for street resurfacing, and authorizing a property sale to NJIT.
- Public hearing on ordinance to establish Medical Cannabis Transfer Tax (6PSF-n)
- Ordinance to increase CCRB membership and change nomination process (6PSF-a)
- Public hearing on adopting Jackson and Ferry Street Redevelopment Plan (6PSF-g)
- Resolution to accept $6,023,013.29 in Essex County CARES funding (7R1-c)
- Ordinance granting 20-year tax abatement to 45 William Urban Renewal, LLC for 54 market-rate and 6 affordable units at 43-53 Williams Street (6PSF-b)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting on November 10, 2020. The main item is a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance to increase the number of board members and change the nomination process for the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB). The council also will consider authorizing the private sale of a city-owned property at 240 Wright Street for $50,000 to construct a five-story residential building, as well as a ceremonial street designation and an appointment to the LGBTQ Advisory Commission.
- Public hearing and final vote on ordinance 20-1204 to amend the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) by increasing membership and changing nomination structure.
- Resolution 7R2-a authorizing private sale of 240 Wright Street to 240 Wright Street, LLC for $50,000 to build a five-story residential building with indoor parking.
- Resolution 7R6-a to waive the 20-day effective period for the CCRB ordinance, allowing it to take effect immediately upon adoption.
- Ceremonial street designation 7R8-a naming the intersection of Lincoln Street and Court Street as "Virginia Perry Way" on November 16, 2020.
- Communication 8-a appointing Rick Williams as Alternate #2 to the LGBTQ Advisory Commission, replacing Ronnie D. Carney.
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on several ordinances, including one to expand the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) and change how members are nominated. The council will also consider a $2.5 million bond for upgrades to Green Street/Liner buildings, tax abatements for new housing and a hotel, and the adoption of the Jackson and Ferry Street Redevelopment Plan. Several property sales for redevelopment, including a sale to NJIT for the Gateway Plan, are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on ordinance to expand CCRB and change board member nomination process (6PSF-a)
- Public hearing on $2,500,000 bond for building improvements to Green Street/Liner buildings (6PSF-b)
- Public hearing on 20-year tax abatement for a 60-unit mixed-use building at 43-53 Williams Street (6PSF-c)
- Public hearing on 20-year tax abatement for a 109-room hotel at 114-126 Monroe Street (6PSF-d)
- Adoption of Jackson and Ferry Street Redevelopment Plan (6F-e)
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will consider a resolution to accept a $2,949,677 grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the Municipal Aid Program for street resurfacing on various streets in 2021. The city's contribution is $0. This is the only substantive item on the agenda for this special meeting.
- Resolution 7R3-a: Authorizing acceptance of a $2,949,677 NJDOT Municipal Aid Program grant for street resurfacing on various streets in 2021.
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several five-year tax abatements for new two-family residential constructions across various wards. The body is also considering a new zoning chapter for shipping containers and a trust agreement with Invest Newark.
- Ordinance 20-1108 to create a new zoning chapter for shipping containers
- Ordinance 20-1258 appropriating $2,500,000.00 for Green Street/Liner building improvements
- Resolution 7R1-a for $57,387.50 to Intersection Media, LLC for NJ Transit advertising
- Resolution 7R2-a to sell city-owned property at 257 Martin Luther King Boulevard to NJIT for $180,000.00
- Ordinance 20-1204 to change the structure and nomination process of the Civilian Complaint Review Board
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a special meeting to vote on ordinances and resolutions. Key decisions include first reading of a 20-year tax abatement for a mixed-use building with 60 units at 43-53 Williams Street, final passage of changes to the Civilian Complaint Review Board structure, and re-adoption of a $2.5 million bond for Green Street building upgrades. Several city-owned property sales for housing, parking, and a metal art studio are also up for authorization.
- First reading of 20-year tax abatement for 45 William Urban Renewal LLC to build 54 market-rate and 6 affordable units plus daycare at 43-53 Williams Street (Central Ward)
- Public hearing and final passage of ordinance increasing Civilian Complaint Review Board membership and altering nomination process
- Re-advertisement and final passage of $2.5 million bond ordinance for improvements to Green Street/Liner buildings
- Authorization of private sale of 275 Ellery Avenue to Nicole Gabriel for $33,000 for owner-occupied and rental housing (West Ward)
- Authorization of private sale of 315-321 Lyons Avenue to Kings Urban Renewal Corp for $125,000 to create parking for adjacent restaurant (South Ward)
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is voting on several tax abatements for residential projects and the adoption of three redevelopment plans. The body is also reviewing emergency appropriations for health services and workforce training grants.
- 25-year tax abatement for 58 market rate and 14 affordable units at 115-123 Chestnut Street
- 15-year tax abatement for High Park Terrace Cooperative Corporation at 26-56 Muhammed Ali Avenue
- Lease agreement up to $726,175.00 for homeless housing at 160 Frontage Road to combat COVID-19
- Adoption of redevelopment plans for Carnegie Avenue, Delancy Street, and Vesey Street
- Appropriation of $5,696,639.00 for the Workforce Investment Opportunity Act program
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a public hearing and give final approval to the City of Newark 2020 Budget in the amount of $732,142,973.80. The Council also received a communication from the Business Administrator proposing an ordinance to increase the number of members and change the nomination process for the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB).
- Final adoption of the $732,142,973.80 2020 municipal budget (Resolution 7R8-a)
- Introduction of an ordinance to amend the Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) structure and membership
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a public hearing and final vote on a 30-year tax abatement for a 69-unit affordable age-restricted rental project at 59-97 Chapel Street. The council also authorizes several private sales of city-owned land for redevelopment, including a 32-unit mixed-use building at 256-262 Lyons Avenue, four affordable homes on 15th Avenue, and a 15-unit building at 505 South Orange Avenue. Additionally, a resolution seeks to waive the 20-day waiting period for the tax abatement ordinance to meet a state tax credit application deadline.
- 30-year tax abatement for 69 affordable senior units at 59-97 Chapel Street
- Private sale of 256-262 Lyons Ave for $46,040 to build 32-unit residential with retail
- Private sale of four lots on 15th Ave for $40,000 to New Community Corporation for four affordable homes
- Private sale of 505 South Orange Ave for $17,400 to build 15 affordable units
- Resolution to waive 20-day waiting period for tax abatement to meet Sept. 23 tax credit deadline
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is considering three ordinances, including a 30-year tax abatement for a 69-unit age-restricted affordable housing development at 59-97 Chapel Street, and amendments to the Love Your Block Mini-Grants Program. The council also will vote on resolutions accepting a $5.7 million WIOA grant, a $2.1 million WIC grant, and a $150,000 grant for residential renovation, among other items. A public hearing for the Chapel Street tax abatement is scheduled for September 22, 2020.
- 30-year tax abatement for Terrell Redevelopment Partners to build 69 affordable age-restricted units at 59-97 Chapel Street (Block 2442, Lot 1.02)
- Acceptance of $5,696,639 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grant for youth, adult, and dislocated worker services
- Authorization of $150,000 grant to Hamlett Management for renovation of a six-unit apartment at 550-552 South 18th Street
- Change order #1 for $2,227,833.46 to J.A. Alexander for various street repairs (Contract 2018-01R), extending completion to July 2021
- Application to Local Finance Board for $1,000,000 in Redevelopment Area Bonds for the Tower at Halsey and William Urban Renewal Project
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on September 2, 2020, with a public hearing and final vote on a $53,968,815 temporary emergency appropriation to fund city operations until the 2020 budget is adopted. Other items include several ordinances for building upgrades, tax abatements, and a deferred no-knock registry ordinance. Resolutions cover property sales and a $200,000 grant for the 'Live Newark' development initiative.
- $53.97M temporary emergency appropriation for city and water/sewer operating expenses through Sept. 30
- $2.5M bond ordinance for Green Street/Liner Buildings upgrades
- Deferred ordinance to establish a no-knock registry fee (20-0913)
- Five-year tax abatements for new multi-family construction at 228 Fairmount Ave, 157 Sherman Ave, and others
- $200,000 grant to Ascension Capital Partners for mixed-use development at 94 Cutler St and other sites
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including tax abatements for housing developments and bond issues for flood mitigation and building upgrades. Resolutions include accepting federal grants for COVID-19 response and reprogramming HUD funds. The meeting also considers a no-knock registry ordinance.
- 30-year tax abatement and up to $18M in redevelopment bonds for a 32-story building with 296 market-rate and 74 affordable units at 769-781 McCarter Highway (East Ward)
- 30-year tax abatement for 16 affordable housing units and commercial space at 650-656 Springfield Avenue (South Ward)
- 25-year tax abatement for 60 market-rate rental units at 41 19th Avenue (South Ward)
- Bond ordinance appropriating $2,705,000 for flood mitigation facilities in Essex and Union Counties
- Ordinance establishing a no-knock registry and fee; amendment to canvassing and soliciting rules
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is meeting to authorize several private sales of city-owned land for housing and parking. The body will also discuss designating specific areas in the South Ward for redevelopment and approving service contracts.
- Contract with Nature’s Choice Corporation for recycling services not to exceed $400,000.00
- Contract with The Aubrey Group for Consolidated Plan consultant services not to exceed $100,000.00
- Private sale of properties on Avon Avenue to Xclusive Investments 1, LLC for $64,675.00
- Additional HOME Funds of $195,045.00 for Urban League of Essex County Opportunity Corporation
- Public real estate auction of 50 city-owned properties scheduled for August 27, 2020
Municipal Council
The council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including tax abatements for housing projects, bond ordinances for building improvements and flood mitigation, and lease agreements. They will also consider resolutions to accept a COVID-19 grant and authorize bid contracts for copier paper and furniture.
- 30-year tax abatement for 777 McCarter Highway, a 32-story building with 296 market-rate and 74 affordable units, plus $18M in redevelopment area bonds
- 30-year tax abatement for 650 Springfield Avenue: rehab 6 affordable units and build 10 new affordable units with commercial space
- 25-year tax abatement for 41 19th Avenue: construction of 60 market-rate rental units
- Bond ordinance appropriating $2,705,000 for flood mitigation facilities joint project with Essex and Union Counties
- Ordinance to raise bidding threshold for public contracts from $40,000 to $44,000 and informal quotation threshold from $6,000 to $6,600
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will vote on a $52 million temporary emergency appropriation to cover operating expenses until the 2020 budget is adopted. They will also hold public hearings on bond ordinances for flood mitigation and building improvements, and a 25-year tax abatement for a large warehouse project. Multiple private sales of city-owned properties for affordable housing and redevelopment are proposed.
- $52,034,593 temporary appropriation for city operating expenses through August 31, 2020
- Public hearing on $2,705,000 bond for flood mitigation facilities project (deferred from July 8)
- Public hearing on 25-year tax abatement for Morris Doremus Avenue Associates for 872,000 sq ft warehouse at 173-269 Doremus Avenue
- Public hearing on $2,500,000 bond for building improvements to Green Street/Liner Buildings, issuing $2,375,000 in bonds
- Private sale of city-owned properties at 174 Scheerer Avenue and others for affordable housing development ($90,160)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is voting on several economic development resolutions, including a $4.45 million second amendment to a redevelopment agreement with El Sid Properties for property on Doremus Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of 2020 annual budgets for multiple business improvement districts, totaling over $9.8 million, and a referral of the Fourth Amendment to Newark's River Public Access and Redevelopment Plan to the Central Planning Board. Additionally, a proposed ordinance to amend streets and sidewalks regulations for communications facilities has been introduced.
- Authorizing a $4,450,000 second amendment to redevelopment agreement with El Sid Properties for 704-738 Doremus Avenue
- Approving $5,071,250 2020 annual budget for Newark Downtown District Management Corporation
- Approving $2,272,100 2020 budget for Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Approving $885,650 2020 budget for Ironbound Business Improvement District
- Introducing ordinance to amend Title XXIX (Streets and Sidewalks) to regulate installation of communications facilities
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several ordinances including a name change for Broad Street and multiple 25-year tax abatements. The agenda also includes resolutions for emergency appropriations, bond applications for infrastructure, and housing for the homeless.
- 25-year tax abatement for warehouse project at 173-269 Doremus Avenue
- Ordinance to rename Broad Street to Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard
- 25-year tax abatement for residential units at 36-40 Clinton Street
- 25-year tax abatement for residential and retail at 30-32 Clinton Street
- $2,705,000 bond ordinance for flood mitigation facilities project
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including one to create an Office of Violence Prevention to combat hate crimes, racism, and police brutality. Other items include first readings to rename Broad Street and grant tax abatements for two residential projects on Clinton Street. The council will also approve grants for COVID-19 response, WIC nutrition services, and water supply algae control.
- Final passage of ordinance creating Office of Violence Prevention to address hate crimes, racism, and police brutality
- First reading to rename Broad Street in its entirety to Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard
- 25-year tax abatement for 27 market-rate rental units at 36-40 Clinton Street, East Ward
- 25-year tax abatement for 20 market-rate units and 4,000 sq ft retail at 30-32 Clinton Street, Central Ward
- $175,000 grant for COVID-19 medical staffing at Hotel Indigo
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing $13.65 million in bonds for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant improvements and several other appropriations and contracts. The meeting agenda also includes reports on urban renewal and police consent decree progress.
- Authorize $13.65M bonds for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant
- Authorize $400K victim assistance grants for Central and North Wards
- Authorize $1.33M for Anti-Violence for Out of School Youth Project
- Authorize $1.52M for SuNuP Food Service Program
- Authorize $720K for E-Ticketing Device support and maintenance
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing emergency funding for city operations and several redevelopment projects. The body is also considering grants for youth and victim services and a lease for a police substation.
- Temporary emergency appropriation of $51,921,606.00 for City of Newark and Department of Water and Sewer Utilities operating expenses
- Grant of $1,333,334.00 from NJ Department of Community Affairs for the Newark Youth Academy
- Three separate $400,000.00 New Jersey Victim Assistance Grants for East Ward, South Ward, and Shani Baraka Women’s Resource Center
- Sale of 140-166 Raymond Boulevard to 140 Raymond Urban Renewal LLC for $3,200,000.00
- Sale of 158-164 Chancellor Avenue to DLAM Community Development, LLC for $139,120.92 to build a 75-unit rental property
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will vote on three ordinances that would establish registration fees and escalating fines for false burglar and fire alarms, and require private buildings with 10+ units to arrange their own solid waste collection. Several large maintenance contracts for swimming pools, generators, and heating are also up for approval.
- Ordinance 20-0038: new penalties and registration fees for false burglar alarms on commercial and residential properties
- Ordinance 19-1564: similar false fire alarm fees and permit requirements
- Ordinance 20-0161: requires private buildings of 10+ units to manage their own solid waste collection
- Contract 19-1491: up to $792,500 for swimming pool maintenance and repair over 24 months
- Private sale 19-1236: city-owned land on Fairmount Ave and 3rd St to Newark Science and Sustainability for a hydroponic farm, farmers market, and affordable housing ($33,324)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is meeting on April 21, 2020. Key items include a first-reading ordinance to amend false alarm penalties and fees, and resolutions including a $67.9 million temporary emergency appropriation to fund city operations until the 2020 budget is adopted, a $286,000 contract for police motorcycles, a $420,000 contract for senior meals, and a $249,758 violence reduction initiative. The council will also consider a labor agreement settlement and a redevelopment investigation.
- Ordinance 20-0038: first reading to amend false alarm penalties, add registration fees for commercial/residential properties, and increase annual permit fees for commercial properties
- Resolution 7R1-b: $67,865,416 temporary emergency appropriation for operating expenses through May 31, 2020
- Resolution 7R1-d: $286,000 contract for 2020 Harley-Davidson police motorcycles
- Resolution 7R1-f: $420,000 contract for healthy nutritional meals for senior citizens
- Resolution 7R1-g: $249,758 contract for community-based violence reduction initiative with Newark Community Street Team
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a regular meeting with public hearings on ordinances and considers resolutions. Key actions include a $53.7 million temporary emergency appropriation to cover operating expenses until the 2020 budget is adopted, along with several contracts and tax appeal settlements.
- $53.7 million temporary emergency appropriation for operating expenses (7R1-a)
- Designation of 'Invest Newark' as the city's land bank entity (6PSF-a)
- Lease with Bethany Baptist Church at 275 West Market Street for senior services at $18,000/year (6PSF-d)
- Amendment to South Bergen Street Redevelopment Plan to create a public safety district (6PSF-e)
- Tax appeal settlements totaling $134,095.76 in refunds (7R4-a and 7R4-b)
Municipal Council
The Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including updates to flood damage prevention rules to maintain National Flood Insurance Program compliance, amendments to noise control with increased penalties, and a new parking tax surcharge for special events. Resolutions include accepting over $5 million in federal and state grants for homeless healthcare, opioid crisis response, and violent crime overtime, as well as authorizing a contract for garbage bags. A first reading ordinance would allow administrative release of performance guarantees for site plans.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending flood damage prevention to comply with NFIP regulations
- Public hearing on ordinance increasing penalties for noise violations
- Public hearing on ordinance imposing a special event parking tax surcharge
- Resolution accepting $3,533,164 HRSA grant for homeless healthcare
- Resolution accepting $1,200,000 grant for comprehensive opioid abuse program
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including three lead service line replacement contracts totaling over $18.7 million, a condemnation for the Port Street Corridor Improvements project, property sales for redevelopment, and professional services contracts for environmental consulting, tenant legal services, and financial advisory services.
- Three lead service line replacement contracts: Phase-6A ($6.57M to Pacific Construction), Phase-7A ($6.26M to Roman E&G), Phase-8A ($5.91M to Roman E&G)
- Ordinance authorizing Port Authority to acquire parcels by condemnation for Port Street Corridor Improvements
- Sale of 274 Chadwick Avenue for $23,625 to Wiosna LLC to build a three-family house
- Sale of 730-732 Clinton Avenue for $50,540 to Evans-Gordon Funeral Home for chapel expansion
- $150,000 contract with Jalloh & Jalloh for legal defense services for low-income tenants facing eviction
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several tax abatements for rental and affordable housing projects. The body is also voting on emergency appropriations for pensions, health grants, and street resurfacing.
- Proposed 30-year tax abatement for 214 affordable housing units at Pueblo City, Center City 3, and Johnson Apartments
- Proposed amended financial agreement and tax abatement for 249 market rate rental units at 155 Washington Street
- Appropriation of $65,109,725.00 for pensions until the 2020 Operating Budget is adopted
- Grant appropriations of $8,449,527.00 for HIV Emergency Relief and $5,600,000.00 for Lead Hazard Reduction
- Grant of $2,924,466.00 for street resurfacing at 35 locations citywide
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is meeting to authorize the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to acquire property by condemnation for the Port Street Corridor Improvements Project and to designate 'Invest Newark' as the city's land bank entity.
- Authorize Port Authority to condemn parcels for Port Street Corridor Improvements
- Authorize $182,411.94 contract with Bridges Outreach for homeless services
- Authorize $17,000 contracts for per diem public defenders
- Authorize $450,000 settlement for Virginia Street Fidelco contamination case
- Designate 'Invest Newark' as the city's land bank entity
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold first reading on a 30-year tax abatement for rehabilitating 214 affordable housing units in Pueblo City, Center City 3, and Johnson Apartments. They will also consider a lease renewal for the West Ward Victims Outreach Services program at 846-850 South Orange Avenue and a flood damage prevention ordinance to stay in NFIP compliance. A public hearing is set for a tax abatement for a 249-unit market-rate project at 155 Washington Street. Additionally, the council will vote on contracts including a $613,056 emergency rubbish removal extension and several workforce training agreements.
- First reading of 30-year tax abatement for rehabilitation of 214 affordable housing units at multiple locations (Pueblo City, Center City 3, Johnson Apartments)
- Lease renewal for West Ward Victims Outreach Services at 846-850 South Orange Avenue for $10,800/year
- Public hearing on amended tax abatement for 155 Washington Street project (249 market-rate units, office, retail)
- Emergency contract extension for rubbish removal with F. Basso Jr. for $613,056 for 90 days
- Workforce training contracts totaling over $500,000 for high school equivalency, Cisco certification, healthcare, and youth business training
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to vote on tax abatements and property sales. The body is deciding on a financial agreement for a large rental project and the sale of city-owned land for affordable housing.
- Second reading of Ordinance 19-2024 for a tax abatement for 155 Washington Street Urban Renewal, LLC to build 249 rental units, office, and retail space
- Authorization of a $79,527.50 private sale of properties at 44, 101, and 103 Fabyan Place to Excelsior Property Group, LLC for affordable housing
- Investigation by the Central Planning Board to determine if 53-55 and 57 Bruen Street are in need of redevelopment
- Proposed 30-year tax abatement for Center City Apartment Associates Urban Renewal, LLC to rehabilitate 214 affordable housing units
- Proposed ordinance amending Title 12 regarding flood damage prevention to comply with National Flood Insurance Program regulations
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing tax abatements for residential and commercial projects on Washington Street. The body is also deciding on several city contracts for equipment and supplies, as well as the sale of city-secured bonds.
- Proposed 25-year tax abatement for 495-505 Washington Street for 34 residential and 3 commercial units
- Proposed amended financial agreement and tax abatement for 141-159 Washington Street
- Ordinance to increase handicapped parking space application fees and change approval process
- Authorization for $5,500,000 in General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes for ECIA property acquisition
- Grant of $8,449,527 from HRSA for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Related Health and Support Services
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a special meeting with a public hearing on an ordinance granting a 30-year tax abatement for a 249-unit market-rate rental development at 155 Washington Street. The Council also considers resolutions for a $1.7 million grant for environmental work at Newark Riverfront Park, a $3.565 million road construction contract, and a private sale of Springfield Avenue properties for a mixed-use project.
- Public hearing and final vote on 30-year tax abatement for 249-unit development at 155 Washington Street (Ordinance 6PSF-a)
- $1,702,604 grant from NJDEP and NJEDA for environmental investigation and remediation at Newark Riverfront Park (Resolution 7R2-a)
- $3,565,029.65 contract with Granada Construction for street repairs at 17 locations (Resolution 7R3-a)
- Private sale of 285-261 Springfield Avenue parcels for $164,107.20 to build a five-story mixed-use development with retail and parking (Resolution 7R2-b)
- Acceptance of $15,500 gift from NJPAC for use of Prudential Hall for the Mayor's State of the City address (Resolution 7R1-a)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $183.9 million temporary emergency appropriation to fund city operations until the 2020 budget is adopted. Other items include first reading of a 25-year tax abatement for a mixed-use development on Washington Street and final passage of a tax abatement extension for the FBI building. The council also will vote on engineering contracts for pothole repair and pavement markings, and professional services amendments for legal services.
- $183,903,505 temporary emergency appropriation for city operating expenses through March 31, 2020
- $76,894,209 temporary emergency appropriation for interest and debt redemption charges for 2020
- First reading of 25-year tax abatement for 495-505 Washington Street: 27 market-rate units, 7 income-restricted units, 3 commercial units (Central Ward)
- Final passage of tax abatement extension for Claremont Newark Urban Renewal LLC (FBI building) at 1-33 Centre Place (Central Ward); public hearing January 28, 2020
- Contract award of up to $553,500 to Granada Construction for annual pothole repair; $239,250 to Statewide Striping for pavement markings on various streets
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to consider several redevelopment items, including a grant for an affordable home, referrals of redevelopment plans, a private land sale for eight rental units, and an ordinance authorizing a tax abatement for a 249-unit mixed-use project on Washington Street.
- Authorize a $150,000 grant to Community Asset Preservation Corp. for a three-family affordable home from recycled shipping materials at 393 Halsey Street
- Refer 2nd amendment to South Bergen Street Redevelopment Plan to the Central Planning Board
- Request Central Planning Board to prepare a redevelopment plan for Irvine Turner Boulevard and Central Avenue
- Authorize private sale of 347-349 West Market Street to Mid Atlantic Investment Alliance for $31,061 to build eight market-rate rental units
- Introduce ordinance for an amended tax abatement (up to 30 years) for 249 market-rate rentals, 4,000 sq ft office, and 6,000 sq ft retail at 155 Washington Street
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing a 25-year tax abatement for a mixed-use development and holding public hearings on housing code and planning board ordinances. The body is also authorizing several bid contracts for city services and supplies.
- First reading of a 25-year tax abatement for 495-505 Washington Street (27 market rate, 7 income restricted, and 3 commercial units)
- Public hearing for an ordinance to amend the Housing Code regarding Certificates of Code Compliance for new tenancies
- Public hearing for an ordinance adjusting Central Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment compensation
- Bid contract not to exceed $300,000 for Lead Hazards Control and Reduction Services
- Bid contract not to exceed $200,000 for shelter services via the Department of Health and Community Wellness Relocation Program