Newark public meetings in 2021
42 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions regarding city property and licensing. Key items include a 20-year tax abatement for a new warehouse and self-storage project on Broad Street and the sale of various city-owned properties to private developers.
- 20-year tax abatement for JSF Broad Street ex Urban Renewal, LLC at 1239-1253 Broad Street
- Ordinance to adjust license renewal periods and fees for certain establishments
- Sale of properties at 267 Sherman Avenue, 34 Elizabeth Avenue, and 36 Elizabeth Avenue to Southward Properties, LLC for $43,530.00
- Sale of 28-30 Oakland Terrace to Dahill Construction, LLC for $39,390.00
- Sale of properties at 192 Fairmount Avenue, 628 South 12th Street, 161 South 8th Street, and 734 Bergen Street to Blackmon Homes, LLC for $61,350.00
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several tax abatement requests for new residential constructions and a large self-storage facility. The body is also deciding on budget insertions for health and recycling grants and the purchase of a mobile dental unit.
- Proposed 25-year tax abatement for 246 market rate and 34 affordable units at 74-82 Freeman St and 428-442 Ferry St
- Proposed 20-year tax abatement for 29 market rate units and retail at 34 Clinton Street
- Proposed 20-year tax abatement for a 172,276 sq ft warehouse and self-storage building at 1239-1253 Broad Street
- Authorization to purchase a mobile dental unit from LDV Inc. for not to exceed $519,750.00
- Budget insertions of $328,618.29 for hazardous waste and $105,000.00 for STD testing programs
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is meeting to discuss tax abatements for residential projects and various city contracts. The body is also reviewing ordinances related to business licensing and convenience store requirements.
- 20-year tax abatement for Stadium Rose Apartments at 484-498 and 490-494 Roseville Avenue
- 30-year tax abatement for Oak Towers rehabilitation at 2-30 Stratford Place
- Amending snow and ice removal contracts for seven vendors, not to exceed $6,750,000.00
- Grant increase for United Muslim, Inc. at 807-837 Hunterdon Street to $658,000.00
- Professional services contract for Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. not to exceed $200,000.00
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on a 30-year tax abatement for Oak Towers Urban Renewal Entity to rehabilitate two buildings at 2-30 Stratford Place, creating 76 affordable rental units. The council will also consider first reading of twelve 5-year tax abatements for two-family new constructions across several wards, and second reading of ordinances to establish a consolidated business licensing process, adjust fees to a biennial schedule, and require licenses for convenience stores. Additionally, a $500,000 grant from ARPA funds to the Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau is on the agenda.
- 30-year tax abatement for Oak Towers to rehabilitate 76 affordable housing units at 2-30 Stratford Place (public hearing Dec 7)
- 20-year tax abatement for Stadium Rose Apartments to build 35 mixed-income units at 484-488 Roseville Avenue (public hearing Dec 7)
- First reading of twelve 5-year tax abatements for two-family new constructions on streets including Bergen, South 16th, Seymour, and others
- Ordinance to create consolidated business licensing process and adjust fees to biennial schedule
- $500,000 ARPA grant to Greater Newark Tourism Improvement District for COVID-19 recovery
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing for the second reading and final passage of an ordinance regarding cannabis establishments. Other items include professional service contracts, constable appointments, and street designations.
- Cannabis establishment regulation ordinance (6PSF-a)
- Lewis Consulting Group environmental services contract not to exceed $200,000.00
- Appointment of Anthony Garcia as Constable for a three-year term
- Ceremonial street designation: 'James Edward Womack, II Way' at South 10th Street and 14th Avenue
- Sister Cities relationship with Spilinga, Italy
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting with multiple ordinances on first reading and final passage. Key items include five-year tax abatements for two-family new construction, an ordinance to permit and regulate adult-use cannabis establishments, and an ordinance authorizing entry-level law enforcement hiring without an exam. The council will also consider resolutions accepting $16.6 million in federal housing grants and awarding contracts for portable toilets, park maintenance, and video production.
- Five-year tax abatements for two-family new construction at 90 Chelsea Ave, 380 Badger Ave, 330 Grove St, 746-748 Bergen St, 227 Fairmount Ave, 62 Vanderpool St, 201 Schuyler Ave, and 310-312 Chadwick Ave
- Ordinance to permit and regulate adult-use cannabis establishments (public hearing Nov 23, 2021)
- Ordinance authorizing hiring of entry-level law enforcement officers without an examination requirement
- Resolution accepting $16,659,111 in HUD grants for CDBG, ESG, HOME, and HOPWA programs
- Contract for video production services with Interfaith Television Ministries Inc. up to $300,000
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding housing grants, hazardous waste remediation, and street vacations. A key proposal includes a temporary interest reduction program for delinquent property taxes and utility charges.
- Temporary 0% interest rate on delinquent taxes, water, and sewer charges from Nov 1 to Dec 31, 2021
- $660,000 loan and escrow agreements for the Joint Meeting Flood Mitigation Program
- $300,000 HOME funds grant to West Market Owners, LLC for 78 rental units at 4-22 Littleton Avenue
- $125,000 NJDCA grant for security cameras and alley enhancements in the Lincoln Park community
- Proposed vacation of Commerce Street between Raymond Plaza East and Market Street
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing a subsidy for the Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge Redevelopment Project and several private sales of city-owned land for residential development. The body is also discussing COVID-19 revenue loss mitigation for the Newark Parking Authority.
- Ordinance to fund Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge Redevelopment Project debt service reserve (up to $110 million) and project notes (up to $15 million)
- Allocation of $500,000 from ARPA funds to the Newark Parking Authority for COVID-19 revenue loss
- Private sale of 394 and 396-400 Broad Street for luxury apartments for $83,382.39
- Private sale of five West Ward properties to Benfica Development, LLC for affordable homes for $89,580.00
- Private sale of five West Ward properties to Lilac Development Group, LLC for affordable homes for $116,970.00
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a subsidy of up to $110 million for the Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge redevelopment and a capital lease for the Irvine Turner Traffic Facility site. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions authorizing private sales of city-owned properties for housing development across several wards.
- Ordinance authorizing up to $110M in bond subsidy and $15M in project notes for Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge redevelopment
- Ordinance authorizing capital sale/leaseback with Brandywine for redevelopment of Irvine Turner Traffic Facility site (South Ward)
- Ordinance authorizing sale of real estate to Brandywine for $322,955 for Irvine Turner site redevelopment
- Ordinance adding Chapter 36 on travel service and building service worker retention (deferred from previous meetings)
- Resolution to sell city-owned property at 86-92 9th Avenue (West Ward) for $49,806 to build a 12-unit passive housing apartment building
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is meeting to authorize amendments to and the final adoption of the 2021 Municipal Budget. The body is also discussing changes to the meeting schedule for the remainder of the year.
- Final approval of the 2021 Municipal Budget in the amount of $775,965,616.48
- Amending the 2021 Municipal Budget introduced on August 19, 2021
- Establishing October, November, and December 2021 meeting dates as virtual meetings
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will consider ratifying a contract with Mobility Capital Financial to administer the Guaranteed Universal Income Pilot Program using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The body is also set to authorize fee waivers for a photography studio event and ratify a contract for a youth summer enrichment program.
- Guaranteed Universal Income Pilot Program contract up to $3,800,000
- Waiver of Special Event Application Fees for RyArMo Photography Studio
- Ratification of Summer Enrichment Program contract with United Community Corporation
- Ceremonial street designation for Assemblyman Willie B. Brown Boulevard
- Hold Harmless agreement for Summer Movies under the Stars event
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the 2021 Municipal Budget. The agenda includes a resolution to authorize reading the budget by title only.
- Public hearing on the City of Newark 2021 Municipal Budget
- Resolution 7R8-a (s) 21-1329 to authorize reading the 2021 Municipal Budget by title only
Municipal Council
This is a largely procedural special meeting where the Newark Municipal Council will ratify and authorize an amendment to the meeting schedule. The only substantive item is changing the pre-meeting time on September 14, 2021 to 9:00 AM and the regular meeting on September 15, 2021 to 12:30 PM, both to be held virtually. No policy decisions, ordinances, or financial actions are under consideration.
- Resolution 7R8-a(s) 21-1330: Amends meeting times for September 14 pre-meeting to 9:00 AM and September 15 regular meeting to 12:30 PM, both virtual.
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will consider first readings for several tax abatements for new construction projects and a 'cap' ordinance to exceed municipal budget limits. The body will also authorize emergency appropriations for the summer youth employment program and operating expenses.
- First reading of tax abatements for 99 Hedden Terrace, 336-338 Irvine Turner Boulevard, and 784-786 Bergen Street
- First reading of 18-year tax abatement for 535-541 MLK Boulevard redevelopment
- Authorization for $715,000 for FY 2021 Summer Youth Employment Program
- Authorization for $52.6 million for city operating expenses through September
- Authorization for up to $114,090 for police driving simulators
Municipal Council
This special meeting of the Newark Municipal Council on August 24, 2021, included only items that were deferred from previous meetings. No new ordinances or resolutions were voted on; all 19 ordinances (tax abatements for residential and one mixed-use project) and two resolutions (a grant amendment for hazardous waste remediation and a meeting schedule change) were carried over without action.
- 19 ordinances granting five-year tax abatements for new two- and three-family constructions deferred (properties include 302 S 6th St, 68 Hinsdale Pl, 475-477 S 14th St, etc.)
- One ordinance granting a 20-year tax abatement to 446 ITB Urban Renewal LLC for 29 market-rate units and 25 parking spaces at 446-450 Irvine Turner Blvd deferred
- Resolution 21-1073: amend grant from NJEDA for hazardous waste remediation at 38-42 Bay Avenue (former Berkowitz Fat Co site) – deferred
- Resolution 21-1264: establish September 2021 meeting dates as virtual – deferred
- All items marked 'No Action Taken' on August 17 and 'DEFERRED' on August 19, 2021
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is scheduled to vote on ordinances granting tax exemptions and abatements for various residential construction projects across the city. The agenda lists multiple items for public hearing and final passage, including a large 30-year exemption for a 14-story building with affordable units.
- Public hearing for 30-year tax exemption for 14-story building at 241-251 Washington Street
- Public hearing for 30-year tax exemption for 14-story building at 199-201 Market Street
- Ordinance amending ice cream peddler fees and license limits
- Ordinance establishing outdoor dining license requirements
- Ordinance extending tax abatement timeframe for senior housing project at 96-112 Main Street
Municipal Council
The Council holds public hearings and final votes on a series of ordinances, including a proposed ordinance to permit and regulate adult-use cannabis establishments. Other major items include tax exemptions for large residential-commercial projects in the Central Ward and a 30-year tax abatement for a 299-unit development on Broad Street.
- Ordinance 21-1086 to create a new title permitting and regulating adult-use cannabis establishments
- 30-year tax exemption for Four Corners Millennium Project II (220 rental units, 20% affordable) with up to $1M in bonds
- 30-year tax exemption for Four Corners Millennium Project (244 rental units, 20% affordable) with up to $1M in bonds
- 30-year tax abatement for Broad Street Urban Renewal (269 market-rate + 30 affordable units)
- Ordinance 21-0992 creating a license requirement for outdoor dining in public rights-of-way
Municipal Council
The Council will hold public hearings on a 30-year tax exemption and up to $1M bond issuance for a 14-story, 220-unit residential building with affordable housing and commercial space at 241-251 Washington Street. It will also take first readings on multiple 5-year tax abatements for new two- and three-family homes across the city, and an ordinance to license outdoor dining in the public right-of-way. Reports include the Newark Police Division's consent decree quarterly update and the City Clerk's 2018 annual report.
- 30-year tax exemption and $1M bond for 220-unit building at 241-251 Washington St (Four Corners Millennium Project)
- 30-year tax abatement for 269 market-rate and 30 affordable units at 349-377 Broad St
- First reading of ordinances granting 5-year tax abatements for new two-/three-family homes on Lake St, South 6th St, Hinsdale Pl, and others
- Ordinance to increase ice cream peddler fees and prohibit sale of alcoholic ices ('Pina Colada Amendment')
- Ordinance creating license requirement for outdoor dining in public right-of-way
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a $20 million bond for small-diameter sewer rehabilitation and multiple long-term tax abatements for housing projects. The council will also consider first reading of a parking restriction on Lake Street and approve several property sales and professional service contracts. Some items were deferred from prior meetings.
- Supplemental appropriation and bond of $20,000,000 for evaluation and rehabilitation of small diameter sewers
- Tax exemption for Four Corners Millennium Project: 244 residential units (20% affordable) and 49,197 sq ft commercial at 199-201 Market Street
- Thirty-year tax abatement for Essex Plaza Owner Two, LLC: renovation of 241 affordable rental units at multiple addresses
- Thirty-year tax abatement for Essex Plaza Owner One, LLC: renovation of 450 senior affordable housing units at 1056-1070 Broad Street
- Sale of real estate to Brandywine Acquisition and Development for redevelopment of crime and ballistics facility site (Block 2706) and evidence storage facility site (Block 2711, $264,100)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to vote on multiple resolutions including a $5.2 million Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grant, a $1.2 million contract with The Salvation Army to operate a non-congregate emergency shelter, and a $715,000 grant for the Summer Youth Employment Program. The council will also hear the first reading of an ordinance prohibiting the sale of alcoholic drinks or ices (the "Pina Colada Amendment"), with a public hearing scheduled for August 4, 2021.
- First reading of ordinance 21-0348 to prohibit sale of drinks or ices containing alcoholic beverages (Pina Colada Amendment)
- Resolution 7R1-b: $1,198,430 contract with The Salvation Army for operation and management of non-congregate emergency shelter center
- Resolution 7R2-b: Accept $5,209,369 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grant for youth, adult, and dislocated worker services
- Resolution 7R2-a: Accept $715,000 grant for Summer Youth Employment Program
- Resolutions 7R11-b and 7R11-c: Rescind prior resolutions and authorize $2,000,000 and $500,000 in Green Acres grants to develop Broadway Park
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing a $52.6 million temporary appropriation to fund the operating expenses of the City of Newark and the Department of Water and Sewer Utilities through July 2021. The body will also review several other resolutions, including grants for public health initiatives, violence prevention, and food service programs.
- Authorize $52,648,655 for water and sewer operations
- Authorize $134,400 for hypertension control program
- Authorize $750,000 for Brick City Peace Collective violence prevention
- Authorize $847,962.73 for SUNUP Food Service Program
- First reading: Prohibit alcohol in ice cream and ices
Municipal Council
The Council holds a special meeting to vote on a $176.7 million American Rescue Plan Act grant for COVID-19 response, a $38.4 million capital improvement bond, and a $20 million sewer rehabilitation bond. They also consider a 25-year tax abatement for a 403-unit mixed-use building, increasing the employee housing assistance grant from $5,000 to $10,000, and repealing the city's pay-to-play policy in favor of state requirements.
- Acceptance of $176,667,606 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for COVID-19 economic response
- Bond ordinance appropriating $38,409,000 for general capital improvements, issuing $36,488,550 in bonds
- Ordinance granting 25-year tax abatement to 28 McWhorter St Urban Renewal LLC for a 12-story mixed-use building at 51-57 Union Street and 28-50 McWhorter Street (403 units, retail, parking)
- Ordinance increasing Municipal Employee Housing Assistance grant from $5,000 to $10,000
- Supplemental appropriation of $20,000,000 for small-diameter sewer rehabilitation, issuing $20,000,000 in bonds
Municipal Council
At a special meeting on June 15, 2021, the Newark Municipal Council will vote on several resolutions. These include accepting a bronze statue of George Floyd as a no-cost gift, amending a prior redevelopment agreement for an 11-unit LGBTQ homeless housing project at 25-27 Roseville Avenue, approving a $196,000 contract with New Jersey Reentry Corporation for reentry services funded by the American Rescue Plan, and settling a lawsuit for $300,000.
- Acceptance of a bronze monumental statue of George Floyd as a public arts loan (gift value $0)
- Amendment to private sale/redevelopment agreement for 25-27 Roseville Avenue: sale for $10,000 to HBP RAIN Foundation for 11-unit housing for chronically homeless LGBTQ individuals
- Professional services contract with New Jersey Reentry Corporation (NJRC) for education and rehabilitative services for recently released prisoners, not to exceed $196,000, funded via American Rescue Plan
- Litigation settlement of $300,000 to claimant Willie Parker (Civil Action No. 2:17-CV-004615-ES-JSA)
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing a bond ordinance for general capital improvements and several tax abatements for new residential constructions. The body is also considering a lease for a homeless shelter and the purchase of new police vehicles.
- Bond ordinance appropriating $38,409,000.00 for general capital improvements
- Contract not to exceed $867,550.00 for 25 police vehicles from Chas S. Winner
- Proposed 25-year tax abatement for a 403-unit mixed-use building at 51-57 Union St and 28-50 McWhorter St
- Lease agreement for a residential homeless shelter at the former Miller Street School
- Grant of $750,000.00 from the NJ Department of Community Affairs for the Brick City Peace Collective
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is reviewing several high-value financial authorizations, including capital improvement bonds and water treatment plant upgrades. The body is also considering annual budgets for three business improvement districts and multiple health service contracts.
- Application for $38,409,000.00 in General Capital Improvement Authorizations
- Proposed $23,000,000.00 note for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant upgrades
- 2021 Annual Budgets for Newark Downtown District ($5,071,250), Ironbound BID ($920,000), and Bloomfield Ave-Lower Broadway BID ($448,000)
- Sale of 320-322 Hawthorne Ave and 232-234 Schley St to Rubix International LLC for $46,560.00
- HIV/AIDS health service contracts including $590,410.00 for AIDS Resource Foundation for Children
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is deciding on a temporary emergency appropriation to fund city and water utility operations. The body is also reviewing multiple tax abatements for new residential constructions and a lease for an ambulatory care facility.
- Temporary emergency appropriation of $52,472,507.00 for city operating expenses
- Lease agreement with University Hospital for 140 Bergen Street at an annual rent of $122,330.40
- 25-year tax abatement for 27 market rate rental units at 36-40 Clinton Street
- Professional service contract with Rutgers University for youth career readiness not to exceed $120,000.00
- Professional service contract with Junior Entrepreneurs Club Training Program not to exceed $87,500.00
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council is authorizing private sales of city-owned properties to developers for affordable housing projects, and ratifying the 2021 annual budget for the Mt. Prospect Avenue Neighborhood Improvement District (MPANID). The sales include lots in the Central, South, and West Wards, with prices set at $6 to $10 per square foot. An added starter resolution authorizes rehabilitation of two properties on Chadwick Avenue as affordable rental housing.
- Authorize sale of 49 Blum St and four other Central Ward lots to BABS Engineering for $74,380 to build four two-family affordable homes.
- Authorize sale of 78 Ridgewood Ave (South Ward) to AllStar Development for $25,200 for a two-unit affordable home.
- Authorize sale of 549-551 S. 10th St, 563 S. 10th St (Central Ward) and 165 S. 7th St (West Ward) to DC Essex Investments for $65,142 to build three homes.
- Authorize sale of 114-116 Leslie St (South Ward) to Oliver Mayson for $50,000 for an owner-occupied family home.
- Ratify the $330,000 2021 annual budget for the Mt. Prospect Avenue Neighborhood Improvement District.
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold first readings on several ordinances, including one to increase parking meter rates (6PSF-b). The meeting also includes tax abatement ordinances for new housing at five properties, a lease with University Hospital for an ambulatory care facility, and settlements of tax appeals and civil litigation. A public hearing on the ordinances will be held on May 19, 2021.
- Ordinance to increase parking meter rates (6PSF-b)
- Five-year tax abatements for new two- and three-family homes at 199 Ridge St, 106 Grove St, 115 New York Ave, 46 5th St, and 309-311 Irvine Turner Blvd
- Lease with University Hospital for 140 Bergen Street at $122,330.40/year for ambulatory care
- Tax appeal settlements totaling $1,548,037.50 for properties on Frontage Road
- Civil litigation settlements: $70,000 to Grissel Nieves-Hall and $125,000 to Nasir Sharif for minor Y.S.
Municipal Council
The council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one authorizing a redevelopment agreement with Gomes Group, LLC, including release of deed restrictions on properties in the Central Ward, and another amending the Live Newark Loan Forgiveness Program to increase facade improvement benefits and discontinue renovation benefits. Resolutions include a change order for McClellan Street Underpass improvements ($1.28M), several professional services contracts for legal counsel, and establishing a City of Newark Poet Laureate position with a $5,000 honorarium. The council will also consider applying for a $750,000 grant for historic preservation of City Hall's interior.
- Public hearing on ordinance authorizing redevelopment agreement with Gomes Group, LLC, and release of deed restrictions (Central Ward)
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Live Newark Loan Forgiveness Program, increasing facade improvement benefits and ending renovation funding
- Change Order #4 for McClellan Street Underpass improvements, increasing contract to $1,278,519.92
- Establishment of City of Newark Poet Laureate position with $5,000 honorarium and two-year term
- Application for $750,000 grant from New Jersey Historic Trust for rehabilitation of City Hall interior
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a land exchange with Station Plaza that provides $5.2 million for a new homeless shelter. They are also considering tax abatements for housing developments with affordable units, a permit system for shared dockless vehicles, and amendments to the Live Newark loan program. Resolutions include accepting $16.4 million in HUD grants and transferring CDBG-CV funds for COVID-19 relief.
- Land exchange with Station Plaza for $5.2 million to fund a new homeless shelter (6PSF-e)
- 25-year tax abatement for 196 market-rate and 16 affordable units at 103-119 Sussex Avenue (6PSF-b)
- 15-year tax abatement for 28 market-rate and 7 affordable units at 905-913 Mt. Prospect Avenue (6PSF-d)
- Ordinance to create a permit process for shared dockless vehicles (6PSF-a)
- Resolution to accept $16.4 million HUD consolidated plan grant (7R1-a)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include a redevelopment agreement with Gomes Group, LLC involving release of deed restrictions on properties in the Central Ward, and amendments to the Live Newark Loan Forgiveness Program to increase benefits for facade improvements while discontinuing renovation funding. The council will also vote on a $100,000 legal services contract for redevelopment matters and a property transfer to May Newark, LLC.
- Ordinance authorizing redevelopment agreement with Gomes Group, LLC for Central Ward properties, including release of deed restrictions
- Amendment to Live Newark Loan Forgiveness Program: increase benefits for facade improvements, discontinue renovation funding
- Professional services contract with Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP for legal services not to exceed $100,000
- Authorization to amend redevelopment agreement and transfer property (1155-1157 McCarter Hwy, 450-466 Broad St, etc.) to May Newark, LLC for $0
- Appointment of two constables: Zumar Rahaman Muhammad and John Martin Lema for three-year terms
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will vote on a $57 million emergency appropriation for city operating expenses. The body is also considering a new permit process for shared dockless vehicles and a mixed-use district for the Ballantine Brewery area.
- Ordinance to establish a permit process for shared dockless vehicles in the public right-of-way
- Proposed Ballantine Brewery Mixed-Use District (BMU) in the East Ward
- Temporary emergency appropriation of $57,002,652.00 for city and water/sewer operating expenses
- Bid contract for police ammunition with Atlantic Tactical, Inc. not to exceed $700,000.00
- Grant appropriation of $3,606,497.00 for homeless medical care and social services
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council holds a special meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: creating a permit process for shared dockless vehicles, issuing $23 million in bonds for upgrades at the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant, and increasing the number of municipal judges. The council also votes on resolutions including a $1.56 million extension for snow removal services, a $4.27 million street paving contract, tax appeal settlements totaling $155,025, and several property sales to NJDOT under eminent domain.
- Ordinance 21-0261: establish a permit process for shared dockless vehicles in public right-of-way
- Ordinance 21-0290: $23,000,000 bond for process and operational upgrades at Pequannock Water Treatment Plant
- Ordinance 21-0354: increase the number of municipal judges
- Resolution 7R1-a: extension of emergency contract E2020-25 for snow removal, up to $1,559,504.91, with eight vendors
- Resolution 7R3-a: $4,266,708.33 street paving contract to JA Alexander, Inc. for 35 locations
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on March 17, 2021, with public hearings scheduled for several ordinances, including a $23 million bond to fund upgrades at the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant. Other ordinances include a 35-year tax abatement for a 78-unit affordable housing project with healthcare space (deferred from previous meeting), a repeal of the pay-to-play policy (previously failed), a permit process for dockless vehicles, and an increase in the number of municipal judges. The council will also consider numerous resolutions accepting grants and approving appropriations for lead prevention, HIV services, COVID-19 PPE for firefighters, and an anti-violence out-of-school program.
- $23 million bond ordinance for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant upgrades
- 35-year tax abatement for 78 affordable housing units at 4-22 Littleton Avenue (deferred)
- Repeal of pay-to-play policy for developers (previously failed)
- Ordinance establishing a permit process for shared dockless vehicles
- $1.4 million temporary appropriation for lead exposure prevention services
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council meets in special session to consider multiple items, including a $23 million bond ordinance for upgrades to the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant and a corresponding resolution to seek state approval. The council will also vote on ordinances to permit shared dockless vehicles in public rights-of-way and to increase the number of municipal judges, as well as confirm two new municipal court judges.
- Appointment of Gisel J. Ortiz as Municipal Court Judge to fill an unexpired term through August 7, 2021, followed by a three-year term
- Appointment of Yeneisha Renee Warrick as Municipal Court Judge for a three-year term
- Ordinance 21-0261 to create a permit process for shared dockless vehicles in the public right-of-way
- Ordinance 21-0290 appropriating $23,000,000 for process and operational upgrades at the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant, financed by bond issuance
- Ordinance 21-0354 amending Title II to increase the number of municipal judges
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will hold first reading on a 35-year tax abatement for West Market Owners, LLC to build 78 affordable rental units and 8,000 sq ft of healthcare space at 4-22 Littleton Avenue (West Ward). Other items include a public hearing on a lease with Zion Baptist Church for a mental health clinic at 459 Avon Avenue, and a proposed repeal of the pay-to-play policy for developers. The council will also vote on resolutions accepting grants for hazardous site cleanup in multiple wards, a Safe Routes to Schools design assistance grant, and a $70.1 million temporary appropriation for pensions.
- First reading: 35-year tax abatement for 78 affordable housing units at 4-22 Littleton Avenue (West Ward)
- Public hearing: Lease with Zion Baptist Church for mental health clinic at 459 Avon Avenue, $1,000/month rent
- First reading: Repeal of pay-to-play policy for developers (Ordinance 20-1561)
- Resolution: $167,000 grant for Integrated Behavioral Health Services program
- Resolutions: EPA hazardous multi-purpose grants totaling $1M for site cleanup in North, South, and East Wards
Municipal Council
The council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a 30-year tax exemption for a 270-unit mixed-use project at Halsey and William Streets, including 27 affordable units and $1 million in redevelopment bonds. First readings include a 35-year tax abatement for 78 affordable housing units and healthcare space at 4-22 Littleton Avenue, and an ordinance repealing the city's pay-to-play policy for developers. Resolutions cover a $475,440 Microsoft contract and a $90,000 barrier maintenance contract.
- Public hearing and final vote on 30-year tax exemption for 270-unit project at 16-24 William Street (Block 94, Lots 6, 3, 1) with $1,000,000 in redevelopment area bonds (6PSF-a)
- First reading of 35-year tax abatement for 78 affordable housing units and healthcare space at 4-22 Littleton Avenue (6F-b)
- First reading of ordinance repealing pay-to-play policy for developers (6F-d)
- Resolution to authorize $475,440.01 Microsoft support and maintenance contract (7R1-b)
- Resolution for $150,000 private sale of city-owned property at 6-10 Avenue B for mixed-use development (7R2-a)
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will ratify a grant award from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to fund lead abatement services for the Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention program.
- Ratification of $898,683 grant for lead abatement services
- Grant from New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
- Funding for Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention (CLEP) program
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on February 3, 2021. Key items include first reading of a 30-year tax exemption for a 270-unit residential and retail tower at 16-24 William Street, public hearings on a 30-year tax abatement for Lincoln Park Towers affordable housing rehab, and special emergency appropriations to cover sewer and water utility revenue deficits. The council will also consider resolutions for a lead abatement grant, a labor agreement with AFSCME Local 2299, and private land sales for redevelopment.
- 30-year tax exemption for Tower at Halsey and William (243 market-rate + 27 affordable units, 2 restaurants)
- 30-year tax abatement for Lincoln Park Towers affordable housing rehabilitation (79 units, Central Ward)
- Special emergency appropriation of up to $1,000,000 for sewer utility operational deficit due to COVID-19
- Special emergency appropriation for water utility operational deficit due to COVID-19
- Resolution accepting $898,683 lead abatement grant for homes of children with elevated blood lead levels
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will decide on a $1.8M contract for water purification chemicals for the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant. They will also consider creating a non-profit foundation to manage five downtown parks. A resolution to rescind a hold harmless agreement for a vaccine program at St. James Health Clinic is on the agenda.
- Authorization of $1,800,000 contract for eight vendors to supply water purification chemicals for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant over two years.
- Creation of City Parks Foundation Inc. to assist maintenance and management of Mulberry Commons, Riverfront Park, Military Park, Washington Park, and Lincoln Park.
- Rescission of Resolution 7R8-f (adopted Jan 21) that held harmless Newark Board of Education for a vaccine program at St. James Health Clinic.
- Item 7R11-a was deferred from the January 21 meeting and is up for discussion again.
Municipal Council
The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting including the first reading of an ordinance granting a 30-year tax abatement to HVPF Lincoln Park Towers Urban Renewal, LLC to rehabilitate 79 low- and very-low-income housing units at 31-33 Lincoln Park and 1-7 Crawford Street. The council will also consider a $57.8 million temporary emergency appropriation for 2021 debt and capital improvements, and several contracts including concrete and park maintenance. A private sale of city-owned land at 110 James Street for a 15-unit student housing project is also on the agenda after multiple deferrals.
- First reading of ordinance granting 30-year tax abatement for rehabilitation of 79 affordable housing units at 31-33 Lincoln Park and 1-7 Crawford Street (Central Ward)
- Resolution authorizing $57,838,481.10 temporary emergency appropriation for interest, debt redemption, and capital improvements in 2021
- Authorization of contract up to $152,000 with Extech Building Materials for concrete, ready mix, sand and gravel
- Authorization of contract up to $200,000 with Custom Care Services for mowing and park maintenance
- Private sale of 110 James Street (Block 2828, Lot 1) to Mission Realestate Projects for $10,459.40 to build 15-unit student housing
Municipal Council
The Municipal Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on three ordinances, including a $3.1 million lease with Holiday Inn Newark for homeless housing to combat COVID-19. Also up for a vote are a 30-year tax abatement for an 85-unit affordable housing project on Broadway and adoption of the Dayton Street Scattered Site Redevelopment Plan. The council will also consider resolutions for a traffic signal equipment contract, a ceremonial street naming, a Board of Adjustment appointment, and the 2021 holiday schedule.
- Lease with Airport Hotel North, LLC for homeless housing at 160 Frontage Road, not to exceed $3,135,050
- 30-year tax abatement for Broadway Manor Urban Renewal, LLC to rehabilitate 85 low-income units at 774-782 Broadway
- Adoption of the Dayton Street Scattered Site Redevelopment Plan (South Ward)
- Contract for traffic signals and equipment transformer bases, up to $300,000
- Appointment of Robin D. Jones to the Board of Adjustment through 2025