Newark public meetings in 2024

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on multiple tax abatement ordinances, including a 25-year abatement for a 206-unit building at 686-688 Broadway. Several ordinances were deferred from a prior meeting and will not be acted on. The meeting also includes a first reading of a tax abatement for 74-78 Webster Street and a hearing of 25 citizens.

• First reading of 25-year tax abatement for 74-78 Webster Street: demolish existing structures, build 25 rental units (5 affordable).
• Public hearing and final vote on 25-year tax abatement for 686-688 Broadway: 206 residential units (41 affordable), 3,000 sq ft retail.
• Public hearing and final vote on 20-year tax abatement for 475-481 South 16th Street: 19 affordable rental units.
• Public hearing and final vote on seventh amendment to Newark's River: Public Access and Redevelopment Plan.
• Hearing of citizens: 25 residents registered to speak.

The Municipal Council approved tax abatements for two residential developments and a license agreement for a police precinct substation. Several other ordinances regarding procurement cards, tax abatements, and special improvement districts were deferred.

• Approved 20-year tax abatement for 216-unit residential building at 203-221 Meeker Avenue (6-0)
• Approved 30-year tax abatement for 80-unit residential building at 28 Jefferson St and 33-39/41 Madison St (6-0)
• Approved license agreement for police precinct substation at 468-498 Broad Street for $5,816.25 monthly (6-0)
• Adopted on first reading a 25-year tax abatement for 25-unit building at 74-78 Webster Street (6-0)
• Deferred ordinance regarding procurement card policies and procedures (6-0)
• Deferred 25-year tax abatement for 22-unit project at 566-570 Springfield Avenue (6-0)
• Deferred ordinance amending BLC Special Improvement District properties (6-0)
• Accepted reports and recommendations from City Officers, Boards, and Commissions (6-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing the sale and redevelopment of city-owned properties to private entities for housing projects. The agenda includes authorizing amendments to existing agreements and a subordination agreement for a financing project.

• Authorize sale of 9 properties for $148,579.68 to LPCCD Development, LLC
• Authorize sale of 5 properties for $115,206.84 to Rising Plains 570 LLC
• Authorize sale of 2 properties for $55,080.00 to Inner City Development Group, LLC
• Authorize subordination agreement for financing at 47-55 Washington Street
• Hearings on redevelopment agreements for Emmet Street, Sherman Avenue, and Fabyan Place

The council approved three redevelopment land sale amendments (Lincoln Park/Coast Cultural District, Inner City Development Group, and a subordination agreement for NMA Owners Urban Renewal) but denied a similar amendment for Rising Plains 570 LLC with 3 yes, 4 abstentions. An ordinance amending Special Improvement District rules was advanced to first reading with a public hearing set for January 8, 2025.

• Adopted first amendment to Lincoln Park/Coast Cultural District land sale agreement (7-0, 1 absent)
• Denied first amendment to Rising Plains 570 LLC land sale agreement (3-4, 1 absent)
• Adopted first amendment to Inner City Development Group land sale agreement (7-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted subordination agreement for NMA Owners Urban Renewal LLC housing project (7-0, 1 absent)
• Advanced ordinance amending Special Improvement District rules on first reading (7-0, 1 absent)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider ordinances for tax abatements on new and renovated housing projects and a lease for a police precinct substation. The body will also hold public hearings on a bond ordinance for water treatment plant filters and a refunding of general obligation bonds.

• Tax abatements for 19 affordable units at 1515 Morris Place
• Tax abatements for 206 units at 686-688 Broadway
• Tax abatements for 25 units at 74-78 Webster Street
• Police substation lease at 468-498 Broad Street for $69,795 annually
• Bond ordinance for $11.4M at Pequannock Water Treatment Plant

The Municipal Council approved the first reading of four ordinances, including three tax abatements for new residential buildings and an amendment to the Newark's River redevelopment plan. Several other ordinances, including procurement card policies and additional tax abatements, were deferred.

• Adopted first reading of 20-year tax abatement for 19 affordable units at 475-481 South 16th Street (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of 25-year tax abatement for 206 units at 686-692 Broadway (7-0)
• Deferred first reading of 25-year tax abatement for 25 units at 74-78 Webster Street (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of seventh amendment to Newark's River Public Access and Redevelopment Plan (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of utility easement vacation at Block 17, Lot 1.02 (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of permanent easement for Department of Water and Sewer Utilities (7-0)
• Deferred procurement card policy ordinance (24-1362) (7-0)
• Deferred tax abatements for 566-570 Springfield Ave, 203-221 Meeker Ave, and 28 Jefferson St (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing several budget insertions and grant acceptances for public health and safety. The body is also considering a first-reading ordinance regarding procurement card policies and various contract extensions.

• External transfer of $6,126,865.00 between various departments to provide funding through year-end
• Bid contract for Queen Pizza and Deli for prisoner meal delivery services totaling $280,000.00
• Emergency contract extension for Caravella Demolition Inc. not to exceed $750,250.00
• Grant of $255,608.00 for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Capabilities
• Proposed ordinance adding policies and procedures for the use of procurement cards

The Municipal Council authorized several budget insertions and transfers, including over $6 million to ensure departmental funding through year-end. The Council also advanced an ordinance regarding procurement card policies to a first reading.

• Approved $6,126,865.00 external transfer of funds between departments (7-0)
• Approved $255,608.00 budget insertion for Public Health Emergency Preparedness (7-0)
• Approved $10,500.00 budget insertion for Click It or Ticket Seat Belt Mobilization Grant (7-0)
• Approved $922,566.00 CDBG fund transfer for Public Facilities and Public Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $676,607.00 CDBG fund transfer for Public Facilities and Public Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $56,932.00 CDBG fund transfer for Public Facilities and Public Improvements (7-0)
• Approved $1,391.00 CDBG fund transfer for Public Facilities and Public Improvements (7-0)
• Adopted on first reading ordinance adding policies for procurement cards (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is considering several private sales of city-owned properties for the construction and rehabilitation of residential homes. The body will also vote on ordinances regarding law enforcement hiring and street dedication eligibility.

• Sale of properties at 780 Bergen St and 763 South 20th St to Community Collaborations, LLC for $47,250.00
• Sale of 237 South 11th St to Gateway Property Development, LLC for $37,800.00
• Sale of properties on Gladstone Avenue to L.A.B Acquisitions, LLC for $92,070.00
• Sale of properties on Avon Avenue and South 10th St to DCF Developers, LLC for $131,040.00
• Grant funding of $170,000.00 for the purchase of surveillance cameras for the Department of Public Safety

The Municipal Council voted 4-4 with 4 abstentions, failing to authorize a private sale of two city-owned properties to Community Collaborations, LLC for construction of a two-family home and rehabilitation of a three-family home for city employees. Other items approved unanimously, including a $170,000 grant for surveillance cameras, a $128,598 cooperative purchase of an aerial device, and a $123,000 grant for community health worker training.

• Failed private sale/redevelopment for 780 Bergen St. and 763 S. 20th St. (4-4 with 4 abstentions)
• Approved $170,000 grant for surveillance cameras (8-0)
• Approved $128,598 for an Altec aerial device (8-0)
• Approved $80,000 state contract for office supplies (8-0)
• Approved $123,000 grant for community health worker training (8-0)
• Approved ordinance to add definition for basic training course for police hires without exam (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending honorary street dedication requirements (8-0)
• Approved $6,666.67 supplemental grant for community health workers (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will meet to authorize a $1.7 million grant for regional homeland security capabilities and approve a contract extension for traffic signal controllers. The body will also hear public comments and consider an ordinance to add permit parking on Adams Street.

• Authorize $1,657,194 for Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) preparedness
• Authorize up to $342,500 for traffic signal controllers and cabinets
• Public hearing for permit parking on Adams Street between Oliver and Walnut Streets
• Authorize $12,971 for WIOA workforce data reporting
• Authorize $92,991 for ballistic comparison microscopes

The Municipal Council voted 7-0 to adopt on first reading an ordinance amending Title II to add a definition of basic training course when hiring entry-level law enforcement officers without an examination. The council also gave final passage to a permit parking zone on Adams Street (6-0-1) and approved multiple resolutions including budget insertions totaling over $1.67 million and several state contract authorizations for tires, traffic signal equipment, and a ballistic microscope. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the parking ordinance.

• Adopted on first reading ordinance 24-1322 to amend police hiring rules (7-0)
• Final passage of ordinance 24-1211 adding permit parking on Adams Street (6-0-1, Crump abstained)
• Approved $12,971 budget insertion for WIOA data reporting (7-0)
• Approved $1,657,194 budget insertion for Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant (7-0)
• Amended traffic signal controller contract with Intelligent Traffic Supply Products, increasing amount to $342,500 (7-0)
• Authorized state contract for tires and services up to $700,000 through June 2027 (7-0)
• Authorized state contract for ballistic comparison microscope up to $92,991 (7-0)
• Accepted minutes from Central Planning Board, North Jersey District Water Supply Commission, and Newark Housing Authority (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to vote on a resolution authorizing a Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) with 81-93 Orange Street Urban Renewal, LLC. The agreement is required for the developer to receive tax credits under the Aspire Program for constructing a 14-story residential building with 350 apartment units, retail, and parking at 81-93 Orange Street. A second public hearing on the CBA is scheduled for this meeting.

• Authorize Community Benefits Agreement with 81-93 Orange Street Urban Renewal, LLC
• Project: 14-story, 350-unit residential building with 8,500 sq ft retail and parking at 81-93 Orange Street (Block 31, Lot 27)
• Second public hearing on the agreement held during this meeting
• CBA is a condition for receiving Aspire Program tax credits from the NJEDA

The Municipal Council authorized the execution of a Community Benefits Agreement with 81-93 Orange Street Urban Renewal, LLC. This agreement is a condition for receiving tax credits under the Aspire Program Act for a residential building project at 24-38 University Avenue.

• Authorized Community Benefits Agreement for 81-93 Orange Street Urban Renewal, LLC (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing several city-owned property sales and housing project amendments. The body is also discussing a community benefits agreement for a new residential development on University Avenue and funding for workforce training services.

• Community Benefits Agreement for a 14-story residential building with 350 units at 24-38 University Avenue
• Payment not to exceed $1,820,690.00 for workforce training via Individual Training Accounts
• Proposed $147,303,034.00 housing project amendment for 2-12 Park Place
• Sale of 138 Leslie Street to ABE Gezint, LLC for $23,400.00
• First reading of ordinance for permit parking on Adams Street between Oliver and Walnut Streets

The council voted 7-0 to adopt an ordinance amending a lease with El Sid Properties, updating rent terms and settling past due amounts. A first-reading parking permit ordinance for Adams Street was advanced (6-0-1 abstain) with a public hearing set for Oct 23. Several property sales were returned to administration or deferred, including a Community Benefits Agreement for a 350-unit residential project on Orange Street.

• Accepted consent reports and recommendations (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of parking-permit ordinance for Adams Street (6-0-1 abstain)
• Adopted final passage of lease amendment with El Sid Properties (7-0)
• Returned property sale at 138 Leslie St to administration (7-0)
• Returned property sale at 589 Springfield Ave to administration (7-0)
• Deferred property sale for 780 Bergen St and 763 S 20th St (7-0)
• Deferred Community Benefits Agreement for 81-93 Orange St residential project (8-0)

Municipal Council

This special meeting is focused on final approval of the City of Newark's 2024 municipal budget, totaling $968,151,492.94. The council will consider three budget-related resolutions: authorizing reading of the budget by title only, amending the budget as introduced in June, and adopting the final budget as amended.

• 7R8-a(s) 24-1191: Authorizing reading of 2024 Municipal Budget by title only
• 7R8-b(s) 24-1280: Amending the 2024 Municipal Budget as introduced on June 25, 2024
• 7R8-c(s) 24-1294: Final approval of 2024 Municipal Budget — $968,151,492.94

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing ordinances to regulate adult-use cannabis establishments and a $4,077,777.77 sale of city properties on Newark Street. The body is also considering tax abatements for residential projects and updates to facade improvement and rent control programs.

• Ordinance 24-1129: Sale and redevelopment of properties at 57-85 Newark Street for $4,077,777.77
• Ordinance 24-0339: Regulation of adult-use cannabis establishments
• Ordinance 24-0470: 25-year tax abatement for 64 residential units at 638-646 Raymond Boulevard
• Ordinance 24-0022: 20-year tax abatement for 12 residential units at 369-379 18th Avenue
• Resolution 24-1176: $134,208.75 emergency appropriation for Sub Regional Transportation Planning Program

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing several ordinances including a 20-year tax abatement for a self-storage project. The agenda also includes proposed changes to residential permit parking and meter hours in the East Ward, as well as waivers for special event fees.

• 20-year tax abatement for self-storage at 299-311 Wilson Avenue
• Tax abatement amendment for residential units at 38-40 Clinton Street
• Ordinance to change permit parking hours in the East Ward
• Ordinance to change meter parking hours on Ferry Street
• Waiver of $550.00 special event permit fee for Halsey Street Festival

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold a regular meeting on September 5, 2024, to consider multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key items include first-reading votes on tax abatements for residential projects, a cannabis ordinance, and a property sale, as well as final passage of a self-storage tax abatement and zoning amendments. The council will also vote on several temporary emergency appropriations for health programs and infrastructure improvements.

• 25-year tax abatement for 64-unit rental project (13 affordable) at 638-646 Raymond Boulevard
• 20-year tax abatement for 11-unit project (1 affordable) at 369-379 18th Avenue
• Ordinance to permit and regulate adult-use cannabis establishments
• Sale of 13 city properties on Newark Street for $4,077,777.77
• Temporary emergency appropriation of $2,012,500 for Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing the purchase of heavy equipment and computer systems, as well as tax abatements for specific housing projects. The body will also discuss amendments to zoning and traffic regulations.

• Authorize $1.53M for John Deere wheel loaders
• Authorize $8.2M for computer equipment and software
• Authorize $862,500 NJ Forest Service grant
• Authorize Invest Newark to acquire blighted properties
• Authorize $4.08M sale of city property to By Gomes, LLC

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider tax abatements for various development projects and authorize a $5 million grant for homeless housing. The agenda also includes traffic ordinance amendments and the approval of a $25,000 texting service.

• Authorize $5,000,000 grant for 2024 Newark Homeless Housing Grant
• Authorize $25,000 grant for public texting service
• Grant 30-year tax abatement for 64 affordable senior housing units at 297 Clinton Avenue
• Grant 30-year tax abatement for 63 residential units with 5 homeless units at 569 Springfield Avenue
• Amend traffic ordinances to prohibit right turns on red at MLK Boulevard intersections

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider ordinances for tax abatements on several housing projects and resolutions for road and transit safety improvements. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a water meter replacement project.

• Tax abatements for 30-year housing projects on 14th Street, Broad Street, and Mount Prospect Avenue
• Public hearing on $22.5M water meter replacement project
• Resolutions for road paving and safety improvements including Morris Canal Bikeway and Ferry Street
• Authorization to sell city property at 605-607 Broad Street
• Contract for community violence prevention mentoring program up to $124,500

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold a special meeting to vote on a 25-year tax abatement for a project at 146 University Avenue that includes 200 market-rate and 50 affordable rental units, retail space, and a gallery operated by the Newark Museum of Art. The council will also extend homeless shelter contracts by $2.7 million, introduce the $914.5 million 2024 budget, and consider a sixth amendment to the Newark’s River redevelopment plan. Additionally, a 30-year tax abatement for a 64-unit senior affordable housing project on Clinton Avenue is on the agenda.

• 25-year tax abatement for NMA Owners Urban Renewal, LLC (250 units, retail, museum gallery)
• Extension of emergency homeless shelter contract by $2,719,035 (total $12,644,635)
• Introduction of $914,467,501.56 2024 annual municipal budget
• Sixth amendment to Newark’s River Public Access and Redevelopment Plan
• Designation of area in need of redevelopment at 42-50 Park Place

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing a $22.5 million bond issuance for water meter replacements and increasing fines for parking and traffic violations. The body will also vote on playground equipment contracts and a warehouse tax abatement.

• Authorize $22.5M water meter replacement project
• Increase fines for parking and traffic violations
• Authorize playground equipment at Nat Turner Park
• Authorize playground equipment at Marquis 'Bo' Porter Sports Complex
• Grant 20-year tax abatement for warehouse project

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a 30-year tax abatement for Broad St. Ventures to convert a vacant hotel at 810-812 Broad Street into 99 rental units (79 market-rate, 20 affordable). The Council will also consider a $22.5 million bond for water meter replacement and a $61.6 million temporary appropriation to fund city operations until the 2024 budget is adopted. Several contracts for IT, lobbying, and consulting services are up for authorization.

• 30-year tax abatement for Broad St. Ventures to rehabilitate 810-812 Broad Street into 99 units (20 affordable at 40-80% AMI) and commercial space
• $22.5 million bond ordinance for water meter replacement project
• $61.6 million temporary emergency appropriation for city operating expenses through June 2024
• Amend resolution increasing communications wiring contract with Millennium Communications to $1.5 million
• Two lobbying/consulting contracts: Winning Strategies Washington ($180,000) and Krivit & Krivit ($120,000) for federal grant advocacy

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold first reading of an ordinance granting a 30-year tax abatement to redevelop a vacant hotel at 810-812 Broad Street into a mixed-use building with 99 residential units (79 market-rate, 20 affordable), office space, and amenities. The council will also hold public hearings on second reading for ordinances including a new intermodal container lot license, a 25-year tax abatement for a 48-unit building at 17 Livingston Street, and street cleaning schedule changes. Additionally, resolutions will be considered for a $1.22 million SUNUP summer meals grant, a $766,448 contract for HIV/AIDS housing assistance, a $1.86 million summer youth work program grant, and a $22.5 million bond for water meter replacement.

• First reading of 30-year tax abatement for Broad St. Ventures Urban Renewal, LLC at 810-812 Broad Street (99 units, 20 affordable)
• Public hearing on second reading for 25-year tax abatement at 17 Livingston Street (48 units, 10 affordable)
• Resolution to authorize $22.5 million NJIB bond for water meter replacement project
• Resolution to accept $1,861,200 grant for Summer Youth Work Experience Program
• Ordinance requiring mattresses to be covered in plastic for disposal (sponsored by Council Member Silva)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider contracts for medical supplies and vehicles, as well as a 25-year tax abatement for a new multi-family residential building. The body will also hold a public hearing on water and sewer connection fee changes.

• Authorize contract for medical supplies up to $1,121,625
• Authorize contract for two Ford Bronco Sport vehicles up to $60,823.92
• Authorize grants for emergency shelter and housing assistance up to $544,000
• Authorize grant for HIV/AIDS housing assistance up to $927,593
• First reading of ordinance for 25-year tax abatement for 48-unit residential building

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will hold public hearings and take final votes on several ordinances, including a 25-year tax abatement for a 250-unit residential project at 146 University Avenue that includes a gallery for the Newark Museum. The council will also vote on a $5 million state grant for violence reduction through the Brick City Peace Collective, a $750,000 historic preservation grant for City Hall skylight, and a $74.9 million temporary emergency appropriation to fund operations until the 2024 budget is adopted. Other items include ordinances regulating smoke shops, intermodal container lots, and commercial motor vehicle parking lots, as well as amendments to foreclosure property registration fees and parking restrictions on Kitchell Street.

• 25-year tax abatement for NMA Owners Urban Renewal LLC to build 200 market-rate and 50 affordable housing units, plus retail and a Newark Museum gallery at 146 University Avenue, with bond authorization up to $500,000
• $5 million Brick City Peace Collective grant from New Jersey DCA to reduce violence and strengthen police-community relations
• $750,000 New Jersey Historic Trust grant for City Hall skylight restoration, requiring a $750,000 city match
• $74.9 million temporary emergency appropriation to cover operating expenses for the City and Water & Sewer Utilities until the 2024 budget is adopted
• Ordinance authorizing acquisition of 697-703 South 12th Street for a training site in skilled building trades, funded by a federal workforce development grant

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances and resolutions, including a 25-year tax abatement for NMA Owners Urban Renewal LLC to build 200 market-rate and 50 affordable units, retail, and a museum gallery near the Newark Museum of Art. Also up for final passage are a cap ordinance to exceed budget limits, reinstatement of five-year tax exemptions, and a construction permit fee exemption for city properties. The Council will also consider a $62.3 million temporary appropriation to fund operations until the 2024 budget is adopted, and a $6.5 million pedestrianization grant from the state.

• 25-year tax abatement and $500,000 bond for redevelopment at 146 University Ave and surrounding lots (Central Ward)
• $62,326,905 temporary appropriation for City and Water/Sewer operating expenses until budget adoption
• $6,500,000 pedestrianization program funded by NJ DCA Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund
• $775,000 contract with Microsoft/GovConnection for proprietary software support
• $1,019,536 extension of emergency contract for elevator replacement at 110 William St, 94 William St, and 394 University Ave

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing a contract for armed security guards not to exceed $8.98 million and grants for a tree planting initiative. The body will also review contracts for communications wiring and firefighter equipment, and ordinances regarding construction permits and container lot licensing.

• Authorize armed security contract not to exceed $8,982,400
• Authorize Newark Canopy Initiative tree planting grants of $1,228,148
• Authorize communications wiring services contract not to exceed $500,000
• Authorize firefighter protective equipment contract not to exceed $1,500,000
• First reading of ordinances for construction permit exemptions and container lot licensing

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances granting 30-year tax abatements for two developments at 1 Center Street, including a 335-unit mixed-income project with up to $5 million in bonds, and approving a zoning amendment for the Waverly Yards redevelopment plan. The council will also consider resolutions for a $5.9 million Riverfront Park construction contract, a $1.89 million HUD grant amendment for emergency shelter, and multiple grants for victim services and nurse training.

• Ordinance granting 30-year tax abatement to Center Street Owners Urban Renewal LLC for 268 market-rate and 67 affordable housing units plus 2,100 sq ft retail; bonds up to $5,000,000
• Ordinance granting 30-year tax abatement to CSO Townhouse Developer Urban Renewal LLC for 15 townhomes (3 affordable); bonds up to $500,000
• Fourth Amendment to Waverly Yards Redevelopment Plan authorizing parking as a principal interim use
• Resolution authorizing construction contract with Flanagan's Contracting Group for Newark Riverfront Park Phase C, not to exceed $5,886,148
• Resolution amending HUD 2019 One-Year Action Plan to add $1,894,414 in CARES Act funding for Emergency Solutions Grant

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing a contract for eight electric refuse trucks and several community violence intervention grants. The body will also hold a public hearing on a tax abatement for a new residential building and an ordinance removing parking meter restrictions in specific areas.

• Authorize $5,389,229.88 for eight electric refuse trucks (Sourcewell Contract #060920-CRN)
• Authorize up to $57,120 for Complex Vision Newark violence intervention
• Authorize up to $166,250 for Hope Love Kindness domestic violence intervention
• Public hearing on 20-year tax abatement for 5 Merchant Management residential project
• Public hearing on ordinance removing parking meter restrictions in Lincoln Park area

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will hold a first reading on an ordinance to amend Title X, reinstating five-year tax exemptions and abatements for multiple dwellings, commercial, and industrial structures. A public hearing and final passage will be held for a 25-year tax abatement for a mixed-use development at 303-309 Washington Street. The council also will vote on several temporary emergency appropriations and contracts, including $79.7 million for pensions and over $4 million for medical care services.

• First reading of ordinance 23-1651 to reinstate five-year tax exemptions for multiple dwellings, commercial, and industrial structures.
• Public hearing and final passage of 25-year tax abatement for Washington 303 Urban Renewal, LLC for a 10-story mixed-use building at 303-309 Washington Street (74 market-rate and 18 affordable units).
• Temporary emergency appropriation of $79,666,390 for pensions until adoption of 2024 operating budget.
• Temporary emergency appropriation of $4,019,113 from HRSA for medical care and supportive services.
• Extension of emergency contract with Promise Network, Inc. for water/sewer payment plans, not to exceed $363,500.

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will hold public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a 25-year tax abatement for a 92-unit mixed-use building (74 market-rate, 18 affordable) at 303-309 Washington Street. Also up for final passage are amendments to increase the municipal employee housing assistance grant to $20,000, create a school board elections title, designate new stop intersections, and increase penalties for stop work order violations. The council will also consider resolutions supporting three cannabis microbusinesses and awarding contracts for elevator maintenance ($1.5M) and street sweeper repairs ($900k), among other items.

• Public hearing and final passage of 25-year tax abatement for 303 Washington St mixed-use project (92 units, 18 affordable).
• First reading of ordinance reinstating five-year tax exemptions for multiple dwellings, commercial, and industrial structures.
• Ordinance to increase municipal employee housing assistance grant from $10,000 to $20,000.
• Two ordinances to increase fines and place liens for stop work order violations.
• Resolutions of support for three cannabis microbusinesses (Legacy Leaf, Station 973, White Lily).