Newark public meetings in 2025

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing temporary emergency appropriations to fund city operations and capital improvements for 2026. The body is also considering a land donation for the Newark Riverfront Park and a contract for public safety software.

• Temporary emergency appropriation of $232,776,242.00 for 2026 operating expenses
• Temporary emergency appropriation of $102,861,698.00 for 2026 debt redemption and capital improvements
• Contract not to exceed $8,000,000.00 with Blue Line Tech LLC for Mark43 Computer-Aided Dispatch systems
• Ordinance to accept land donation from Newark Housing Authority for Newark Riverfront Park
• Deferred tax abatements for affordable housing projects at South Orange Avenue and Grove Street

The Newark Municipal Council unanimously adopted four long-term tax abatements for affordable housing projects in the West, North, and East Wards, totaling 432 income-restricted units. The council also approved joining the Garden State C-PACE program and accepted a land donation for Newark Riverfront Park. Several street repair and parking ordinances were deferred.

• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for Crown Village (185 affordable units) (9-0)
• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for South Orange Ave (144 affordable units) (9-0)
• Adopted 25-year tax abatement for Casa Mia senior apartments (91 units) (8-0)
• Adopted 25-year tax abatement for 1213-1221 Broad St (60 units, 12 affordable) (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance opting into Garden State C-PACE program (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance accepting land donation for Riverfront Park (9-0)
• Deferred three street-related ordinances (milling/paving, parking changes on Treadwell St) (9-0 each)

Municipal Council

This special meeting of the Newark Municipal Council includes several resolutions authorizing contracts and accepting grants. The council will vote on a $6.75M contract for snow and ice removal trucks, a $1M vehicle purchase agreement, and acceptance of $2M and $1.5M grants for waste collection and community policing. A change order for the Ironbound Roundabout safety project is also on the agenda.

• Authorize contract up to $6,750,000 for snow and ice removal and salt-sand spreading trucks (Shauger Property Services, Camarato Trucking)
• Accept $2,000,000 Capital Equipment 2026 grant for bulk waste, leaf, and residential waste collection trucks
• Accept $1,500,000 Community Policing 2026 grant for noise control and event-related overtime for Public Safety
• Authorize $1,000,000 cooperative purchase of vehicles for various city departments through ESCNJ
• Approve change order #1 ($1,343,772.65) and extension to January 31, 2026 for the Ironbound Roundabout Safety Improvements project

The council unanimously authorized a $6.75 million supplement to existing snow and ice removal contracts, adding two vendors and expanding truck capacity. It also approved a $3.09 million workforce career services contract, a $1 million vehicle purchase agreement, and accepted two state grants totaling $3.5 million for capital equipment and community policing. A change order extended the Ironbound Roundabout safety improvement project to January 2026 with an increased budget. All measures passed 8-0 with one member absent.

• Authorized $6.75M supplement for snow/ice removal trucks (8-0)
• Approved $3.09M career services contract with NewarkWORKS (8-0)
• Ratified $1M vehicle purchase through ESCNJ cooperative (8-0)
• Accepted $2M state grant for bulk waste and leaf collection trucks (8-0)
• Accepted $1.5M community policing grant for noise control overtime (8-0)
• Amended Ironbound Roundabout safety contract to $1.34M, extending to Jan 2026 (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances granting long-term tax abatements for affordable housing developments totaling at least 480 units across the West, North, and East Wards. The council will also consider resolutions to accept grants for violence reduction, out-of-school youth programs, and community energy planning.

• 30-year tax abatement for Crown Village: 185 units (108 senior, 77 non-senior) at 552-566 South Orange Ave & 412-418 Grove St (West Ward)
• 30-year tax abatement for South Orange Ave. 1: 144 non-senior affordable units at 572-588 South Orange Ave (West Ward)
• 25-year tax abatement for Casa Mia Apartments: 91 senior affordable units at 502-504 Summer Ave (North Ward)
• 25-year tax abatement for 1213-1221 on Broad: 60 units (12 affordable) at 1213-1221 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd (East Ward)
• $1,000,000 grant from NJDCA for Brick City Peace Collective to reduce violence and strengthen police-community relations

The Municipal Council authorized $1 million in grant funding for the Brick City Peace Collective to reduce violence and improve law enforcement community relations. Two ordinances were adopted on first reading, while several others regarding tax abatements and parking were deferred.

• Authorized $1,000,000 grant for Brick City Peace Collective (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 25-1281 to opt into Garden State C-PACE program (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 25-1390 to accept land donation for Newark Riverfront Park (8-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 25-1313 regarding milling and paving requirements (8-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 25-1354 regarding Treadwell Street street cleaning parking (8-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 25-1355 regarding Treadwell Street parking prohibitions (8-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 24-1359 for 30-year tax abatement for Crown Village Urban Renewal, Inc. (8-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 24-1360 for 30-year tax abatement for South Orange Ave. 1 Urban Renewal, Inc. (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will hold first readings of two ordinances affecting street repair standards and parking restrictions on Treadwell Street (North Ward). The bulk of the agenda consists of resolutions authorizing over $20 million in grant funds and a $4.37 million year-end budget transfer across departments for health services, affordable housing, homeless services, and community policing.

• First reading of ordinance to require milling and paving for street surface disturbances
• First reading of ordinance to move parking restrictions from north to south side of Treadwell Street
• Authorization of $4,076,227 grant from U.S. HHS for medical care and supportive services
• Authorization of $2,728,622.98 HOME grant for affordable housing for low-income households
• Authorization of $4,370,074 year-end external transfer of funds across city departments

The Newark Municipal Council adopted several budget insertions for federal and state grants, including $5.76 million from HUD for the 2025-2026 action plan and $4.08 million for medical care. The council also gave first reading to three ordinances, with public hearings set for December 17. All votes were unanimous except for two parking ordinances where Council President Crump abstained.

• Accepted $800,000 sickle cell grant from NJ Department of Health (9-0)
• Accepted $4,076,227 grant for medical services from U.S. HHS (9-0)
• Accepted $606,703 in HUD funding for 2025 one-year action plan (9-0)
• Accepted $5,761,548 in HUD funding for 2025-2026 action plan (9-0)
• Accepted $2,728,622 HOME grant for affordable housing (9-0)
• Adopted on first reading ordinance for milling and paving requirements (9-0)
• Adopted on first reading parking change on Treadwell Street (8-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted on first reading parking prohibition on Treadwell Street north side (8-0-1 abstention)

Municipal Council

The council holds public hearings on two long-term tax abatements for new residential developments: a 30-year abatement for a 120-unit fully affordable project at 202 South Orange Avenue ($76.6 million total project cost) and a 22-year abatement for a 55-unit mixed-income project at 34 Hudson Street. It also considers an ordinance creating a seasonal festival endorsement for mobile vendors and several resolutions including a $6.74 million CDBG budget appropriation and a $200,000 contract amendment for police/fire psychological evaluations.

• 30-year tax abatement for 120 affordable housing units at 202 South Orange Avenue (Block 242, Lot 1), with units restricted to 30%, 50%, and 60% AMI
• 22-year tax abatement for 55 residential units (11 affordable) plus retail at 34 Hudson Street (Block 2850, Lot 36)
• Ordinance to establish a seasonal festival endorsement for mobile food and merchandise vendors
• Appropriation of $6,743,865 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the 51st year
• Emergency contract extension for reconstruction of Fire Engine 5 bay floor, not to exceed $525,100

The Municipal Council adopted four ordinances including two long-term tax abatements for new housing developments, a seasonal festival endorsement for mobile vendors, and a deed extinguishment. Also approved were several resolutions for CDBG funds, a psychological services contract amendment, and a traffic signal contract.

• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for 120-unit affordable housing at 202 South Orange Ave (8-0)
• Adopted 22-year tax abatement for 55-unit mixed-use building at 34 Hudson St (8-0)
• Adopted seasonal festival endorsement for mobile vendors amending vendor license ordinance (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance to extinguish right of reverter at 613 South 18th St and authorize settlement (8-0)
• Adopted resolution appropriating $6,743,865 in CDBG funds for 51st year program (8-0)
• Adopted $200,000 amendment to psychological services contract with Keystone Psychological Services (8-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing state contracts for traffic signals up to $400,000 annually (8-0)
• Accepted minutes of various boards and commissions (5-0 in consent agenda)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including tax abatements for new residential developments and amendments to regulations on smoke shops, recycling, and taxicabs. The council will also vote on first reading of an ordinance to create a seasonal festival endorsement for mobile vendors. Several resolutions include a $1,393,382 grant for HIV health services and a $109,060 contract for playground surface replacement.

• Ordinance creating seasonal festival endorsement for mobile vendors (first reading)
• Ordinance amending smoke shop regulations (second reading)
• Ordinance granting 15-year tax abatement for 20-unit mixed-use building at 142-144 Elizabeth Avenue
• Ordinance granting 30-year tax abatement for 120-unit affordable housing project at 202 South Orange Avenue ($76.6 million total project cost)
• Ordinance granting 22-year tax abatement for 55-unit building at 34 Hudson Street

The Municipal Council approved several ordinances including tax abatements for mixed-use developments and updates to smoke shop and recycling regulations. A new penalty for taxicab violations at Newark Liberty International Airport was also adopted. Two tax abatement requests for projects in the Central Ward were deferred.

• Approved 15-year tax abatement for 20-unit mixed-use building at 142-144 Elizabeth Avenue (8-0)
• Approved amendments to smoke shop rules and regulations (8-0)
• Approved revised curb placement hours for recyclable materials (8-0)
• Approved penalty provision for taxicab restrictive endorsement violations at Newark Liberty International Airport (8-0)
• Approved revised financial agreement terms for tax abatement at 41 Madison Street (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading ordinance to establish seasonal festival endorsements for mobile vendors (8-0)
• Deferred 30-year tax abatement for 120-unit affordable housing project at 202 South Orange Avenue (8-0)
• Deferred 22-year tax abatement for 55-unit building at 34 Hudson Street (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will vote to finalize the 2025 municipal budget, which includes canceling $11.7 million in commitments and amending the previously introduced budget. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM in City Hall.

• Final approval of the 2025 Municipal Budget ($990,668,361.08)
• Cancellation of commitments payable and 2024 appropriation reserves ($11,719,138.26)
• Amending the 2025 Municipal Budget as introduced on August 28, 2025
• Public hearing on the 2025 Municipal Budget held on October 1, 2025
• Meeting held at City Hall, 920 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07102

The Newark Municipal Council gave final approval to the 2025 municipal budget of $990,668,361.08, with Council Member Luis A. Quintana voting no. The council also authorized reading the budget by title only, approved an amendment to the budget, and cancelled $11.7 million in commitments payable and appropriation reserves.

• Adopted final 2025 municipal budget of $990,668,361.08 (7-1)
• Approved cancellation of $11,719,138.26 in commitments payable and 2024 appropriation reserves (8-0)
• Authorized reading the 2025 budget by title only (7-1)
• Approved amendment to the 2025 municipal budget as introduced (7-1)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is meeting to authorize the reading of the City of Newark 2025 Municipal Budget. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site and an ordinance to amend a tax abatement for a property on Madison Street.

• Authorizing reading the City of Newark 2025 Municipal Budget by title
• Resolution supporting remediation of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site
• Ordinance amending the tax abatement for KSPG 39 MADISON URBAN RENEWAL, LLC at 41 Madison Street

The Newark Municipal Council authorized the reading of the 2025 Municipal Budget by title only, adopted a resolution supporting the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site remediation, and waived special event permit fees for the TrikeMasters Breast Cancer Motorcycle Run. The meeting also included an executive session on attorney-client matters.

• Authorized reading of 2025 Municipal Budget by title only (8-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Diamond Alkali Superfund Site remediation (8-0)
• Waived $600 special event permit fees for TrikeMasters Breast Cancer Motorcycle Run (8-0)
• Advanced ordinance amending tax abatement for KSPG Madison Urban Renewal LLC to first reading (8-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged matters (7-1)
• Adjourned special meeting at 11:18 A.M. (8-0)

Municipal Council

The council holds public hearings on a proposed 30-year tax abatement for a 56-unit residential building with 8 affordable units at 1007-1009 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, and on a land exchange with Tiger 31V LLC for properties on Pennsylvania and Wright Avenues. First reading is scheduled for an ordinance adjusting the hours for curbside recycling placement. Several resolutions seek approval for grants and contracts, including $3.9 million for HIV services and equipment for public safety.

• Public hearing on 30-year tax abatement for 1007-1009 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Blvd project (56 units, 8 affordable, 27 parking spaces, 1,905 sq ft retail).
• Public hearing on land exchange with Tiger 31V LLC: city-owned 54 & 56 Wright Street for 167 Pennsylvania Avenue (South Ward).
• First reading of ordinance to revise recyclable material curbside placement hours (Title 15, Chapter 12).
• Resolution to accept $3,907,876 HRSA grant increase for Ryan White HIV/AIDS services (total grant now $12,277,381).
• Resolution to authorize $200,000 for six X-ray inspection systems (AutoClear LLC) for the Department of Public Safety.

The council adopted a 30-year tax abatement for a new six-story building at 1007-1009 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard containing 48 market-rate and 8 affordable rental units. It also approved a land exchange with Tiger 31V, LLC for properties on Pennsylvania and Wright streets. A $3,907,876 federal grant increase for HIV/AIDS services was accepted, and an ordinance regulating smoke shops was deferred.

• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for 56-unit building at 1007-1009 Gibson Blvd (7-0)
• Authorized land exchange with Tiger 31V, LLC for 167 Pennsylvania Ave and 54/56 Wright St (7-0)
• Accepted $3,907,876 federal grant increase for Ryan White HIV/AIDS services (7-0)
• Extended emergency contract for homeless furniture renovation up to $600,000 (7-0)
• Authorized $200,000 purchase of six X-ray inspection systems for public safety (7-0)
• Amended vehicle repair state contract to increase amount to $600,000 (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance revising recycling placement hours (7-0)
• Deferred ordinance amending smoke shop regulations (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council holds a regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on several bond ordinances and tax abatements. Key items include a $33.4 million bond for various capital improvements, a $4.5 million bond for the Resilient Hope Project, and a $15 million bond for filters at the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant. The council will also consider first-reading ordinances including a 30-year tax abatement for a 48-unit building at 1007-1009 Broad Street and a land exchange with Tiger 31V LLC.

• Public hearing and final vote on $33,400,000 general capital improvement bond ordinance (6PSF-b)
• Public hearing and final vote on $4,500,000 bond for Resilient Hope Project (6PSF-a)
• Public hearing and final vote on $15,000,000 bond for additional filters at Pequannock Water Treatment Plant (6PSF-c)
• First reading of 30-year tax abatement for 1007-1009 Broad Development Urban Renewal LLC (48 residential units, 27 parking spaces) (6F-c)
• First reading of ordinance authorizing land exchange with Tiger 31V LLC at 167 Pennsylvania Avenue for city-owned properties at 54 and 56 Wright Street (6F-b)

The Municipal Council adopted on first reading four ordinances and approved five bond ordinances totaling $57.25 million for capital projects, including the Resilient Hope Project and water treatment upgrades. One ordinance was deferred.

• Deferred repeal of business occupation ordinance (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading land exchange agreement with Tiger 31V, LLC (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading 30-year tax abatement for 1007-1009 Broad (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading soil erosion fee amendments (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading $4.5M bond for Resilient Hope Project (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading $33.4M bond for capital improvements (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading $15M bond for Pequannock water filters (8-0)
• Adopted on first reading $4.05M bond for green parks (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council holds a special meeting with a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance authorizing a special emergency appropriation to fund contractually required severance liabilities. The council will also consider resolutions including a hold harmless agreement for the Golden Queen Event at Newark Symphony Hall and awarding a non-bid contract to GovPilot for proprietary computer system support at $91,560 over two years.

• Ordinance 25-1159: special emergency appropriation for severance liabilities (N.J.S.A. 40A:4-53)
• Resolution 25-1198: hold harmless and indemnification agreement for Golden Queen Event at Newark Symphony Hall (Councilman Quintana sponsor)
• Resolution 25-1207: exception to public bidding to award contract to Property Pilot LLC dba GovPilot for proprietary computer system hosting, support, and maintenance (marriage applications and Open Records Act requests) — not to exceed $91,560 (Sept 2025 – Aug 2027)

The Municipal Council approved a special emergency appropriation for severance liabilities. They also authorized a hold harmless agreement for an event at Newark Symphony Hall and a contract for marriage application and public records software.

• Approved emergency appropriation for severance liabilities (7-0)
• Authorized hold harmless and indemnification agreement for Golden Queen Event at Newark Symphony Hall (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Property Pilot LLC dba GovPilot not to exceed $91,560.00 (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing several funding ordinances, including appropriations for water treatment and park projects. The body will also consider three 25-year tax abatements for residential developments and updates to public contract bidding thresholds.

• Proposed $15,000,000 appropriation for additional filters at the Pequannock Water Treatment Plant
• Proposed $4,050,000 appropriation for Green Parks projects
• Proposed 25-year tax abatements for projects at 378-386 Central Avenue, 824-830 S 20th Street, and 300-304 Garside Street
• Proposed increase of public contract bidding threshold from $44,000 to $53,000
• Proposed $600,000 bid contract with Ferguson Water Works for fire hydrant tools and wrenches

The Municipal Council approved 25-year tax abatements for three residential developments, including two focused on affordable housing. The Council also raised the bidding threshold for public contracts and increased the Corporation Counsel's settlement authority. Several bond ordinances for water treatment and parks were adopted on first reading.

• Approved 25-year tax abatement for 77-unit building at 378-386 Central Avenue (8-0)
• Approved 25-year tax abatement for 25 affordable units at 824-830 S 20th Street (8-0)
• Approved 25-year tax abatement for 25 affordable units at 300-304 Garside Street (8-0)
• Raised public contract bidding threshold from $44,000 to $53,000 (8-0)
• Increased Corporation Counsel settlement authority to $53,000 (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of $15M bond for Pequannock Water Treatment Plant filters (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of $4.05M bond for Green Parks projects (8-0)
• Adopted first reading to designate 2nd Avenue West and North 7th Street as multi-way stop (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is meeting to consider several financial resolutions, including a bond sale and updated transitional aid loans. The council will also introduce the 2025 annual municipal budget.

• Authorization of $33,951,000.00 in General Capital Improvement Bond Anticipation Notes
• Rescission of resolution #7R6-e regarding the CY 2024 Transitional Aid Loan Agreement
• Authorization of an amended $22,000,000.00 loan for CY 2024 and a new $30,000,000.00 loan for CY 2025
• Introduction of the $970,180,790.27 annual municipal budget for 2025
• Ordinance authorizing a special emergency appropriation for contractually required severance liabilities

The Municipal Council introduced the 2025 annual budget and authorized several loan agreements and bond sales. The council also advanced an ordinance for emergency severance funding to a first reading.

• Approved $33,951,000 bond sale for General Capital Improvement Bond Anticipation Notes (5-0)
• Rescinded Resolution #7R6-e regarding the CY 2024 Transitional Aid Loan Agreement (6-0)
• Authorized amended CY 2024 Transitional Aid Loan of $22M and new CY 2025 loan of $30M (6-0)
• Introduced 2025 Annual Municipal Budget of $970,180,790.27 (6-0)
• Advanced ordinance for emergency appropriation to fund severance liabilities on first reading (6-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a 30-year tax abatement for a 48-unit affordable senior housing project at 117 Aldine Street and a $4.5 million Resilient Hope project. They will also consider a $33.4 million bond for capital improvements and a 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue, which has been deferred multiple times. Additionally, the council will vote on resolutions authorizing temporary emergency appropriations for police hiring, overtime, and infrastructure projects funded by state and federal grants.

• Public hearing on 30-year tax abatement for Sheila Y. Oliver Senior Housing Community, a 48-unit 100% affordable senior project at 117 Aldine Street (South Ward)
• Second reading and final passage of 15-year lease at 169 Clinton Avenue for homeless housing, previously deferred multiple times
• Bond ordinance for $33,400,000 in various capital improvements (deferred from prior meetings)
• Resolution authorizing $1,875,000 grant to hire 15 police officers to address violent crime
• Resolution authorizing $4,000,000 state grant for Raymond Boulevard Freight Impact Fund project

The council approved a 30-year tax abatement for the Sheila Y. Oliver Senior Housing Community, a 48-unit 100% affordable senior project in the South Ward, by an 8-0 vote. After multiple deferrals, a 15-year lease for a homeless shelter at 169 Clinton Avenue was adopted 5-3 with three abstentions. Two bond ordinances totaling $37.9 million for capital projects and the Resilient Hope Project were deferred. The council also amended wrecker regulations and adopted police funding for hiring 15 officers and overtime to combat violent crime.

• Approved 30-year HMFA tax abatement for 48-unit affordable senior housing at Aldine and Lyons (8-0)
• Adopted 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue (5-3, 3 abstentions)
• Deferred $4.5 million Resilient Hope Project bond ordinance (unanimous)
• Deferred $33.4 million capital improvement bond ordinance (unanimous)
• Amended wrecker and booting regulations, adopting new fees (8-0)
• Authorized $1.875M grant for hiring 15 police officers to address violent crime (8-0)
• Approved two overtime grants ($348,854 and $287,781) to address violent crime (each 8-0)
• Accepted financial statements and minutes from various boards and commissions (7-0)

Municipal Council

The council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a 30-year tax abatement for the Robert Treat Hotel renovation, a $33.4 million bond for capital improvements, and a lease for a homeless shelter at 169 Clinton Avenue. Resolutions include accepting federal grants totaling over $4.5 million for hiring police officers and overtime to address violent crime. A temporary appropriation of $61.9 million is also on the agenda to fund operations until the 2025 budget is adopted.

• 30-year tax abatement for Robert Treat Hotel renovation at 42-50 Park Place (Central Ward)
• $33,400,000 bond ordinance for various capital improvements
• 20-year tax abatement for warehouse at 54-56 Lockwood Street (East Ward)
• Lease at 169 Clinton Avenue for homeless housing with rent up to $3,992,130.48 per year by year 10
• Federal grants totaling $1,875,000 each for hiring 15 police officers and $395,879 and $363,241 for overtime to address violent crime

The council adopted three tax abatement ordinances: a 30-year deal for the Robert Treat Hotel renovation (Central Ward), a 20-year deal for a warehouse at 54 Lockwood Street (East Ward), and a 25-year deal for a mixed-use building at 430-436 Market Street (East Ward). It also expanded affordable housing trust fund guidelines. Two bond ordinances for capital projects were deferred, along with a lease for homeless housing. A $1.875M federal grant to hire 15 police officers was approved.

• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for Robert Treat Hotel renovation (5-1-2, with 2 abstentions)
• Adopted 20-year tax abatement for 54 Lockwood St warehouse (7-0-0)
• Adopted 25-year tax abatement for 430-436 Market St mixed-use building (6-0-1)
• Adopted ordinance expanding affordable housing trust fund guidelines (7-0-0)
• Deferred $4.5M Resilient Hope Project bond ordinance (7-0-0)
• Deferred $33.4M capital improvements bond ordinance (7-0-0)
• Deferred lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Ave (6-0-2)
• Approved $1.875M federal COPS grant to hire 15 police officers (7-0-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on several ordinances, including a $33.4 million general capital improvement bond and a $4.5 million bond for the Resilient Hope Project. The council will also consider multiple tax abatement agreements for hotel renovations and new residential developments, as well as a 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue. Resolutions include accepting grants and authorizing contracts for computer equipment and vending services.

• Bond ordinance for $33,400,000 in various capital improvements, issuing $31,730,000 in bonds
• Bond ordinance for $4,500,000 for the Resilient Hope Project, issuing $4,210,000 in bonds
• 30-year tax abatement for Robert Treat Hotel major renovations at 42-50 Park Place
• 30-year tax abatement for 449 Washington Street development with 20 units (10 affordable at 60% AMI)
• 15-year lease at 169 Clinton Avenue for homeless housing, rent up to $3,992,130.48 per year by year 10

The Municipal Council deferred multiple ordinances regarding hotel renovations, residential construction, and city capital improvements. The council approved a one-way street designation for East Runyon Street and an amendment to a Spruce Street tax abatement.

• Deferred 30-year tax abatement for Robert Treat Hotel renovation (6-0)
• Approved 30-year tax abatement for 449 Washington Street residential project (6-0)
• Approved 25-year tax abatement for South 12th Street affordable housing (6-0)
• Designated East Runyon Street as a one-way street (6-0)
• Deferred $4.5M Resilient Hope Project ordinance (6-0)
• Deferred $33.4M capital improvements bond ordinance (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Spruce Street tax abatement (6-0)
• Deferred lease agreement for 169 Clinton Avenue (6-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will discuss several ordinances, including multiple long-term tax abatements for residential and warehouse projects. The agenda also includes a $64.4 million temporary emergency appropriation to fund city operations until the 2025 budget is adopted.

• 30-year tax abatement for 317 Mulberry Street residential/commercial project
• 17-year tax abatement for warehouse construction at 58-108 Frontage Road
• 30-year tax abatement for renovations to the Robert Treat Hotel
• 30-year tax abatement for a new building at 449 Washington Street
• $64,474,255 temporary emergency appropriation for city operating expenses

The council approved a temporary emergency appropriation of $64.4M to fund city operations until the 2025 budget is adopted. They also adopted 30-year tax abatements for a 24-unit market-rate building at 317-323 Mulberry Street and a 17-year abatement for a warehouse at 58-108 Frontage Road. An ordinance updating lead paint inspection requirements for pre-1978 rental dwellings was passed. A lease for a homeless housing project at 169 Clinton Avenue was deferred again, along with tax abatements for the Robert Treat Hotel and a mixed-income development at 449 Washington Street.

• Approved $64.4M temporary emergency appropriation for city operations (8-0)
• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for 317-323 Mulberry St (24 market-rate units) (8-0)
• Adopted 17-year tax abatement for SPG 100 Frontage Rd warehouse (8-0)
• Passed lead paint inspection ordinance for pre-1978 rental units (8-0)
• Deferred 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Ave (8-0)
• Deferred 30-year tax abatement for Robert Treat Hotel renovations (8-0)
• Deferred 30-year tax abatement for 449 Washington St mixed-income project (8-0)
• Accepted minutes and financial reports from various boards (8-0)

Municipal Council

At this special meeting, the Newark Municipal Council will vote on several resolutions, including rescinding a prior housing need determination for CO Enterprises, LLC's $17.6 million project on Aldine Street and Lyons Avenue due to a name change and amendment. The council will also consider a ceremonial street designation for Sergeant Joseph Azcona. A communication introduces a 30-year tax abatement ordinance for a 20-unit building at 449 Washington Street.

• Rescind Resolution 7R2-d (March 2024) approving housing need for CO Enterprises' $17.6M project on Aldine Street and Lyons Avenue (South Ward)
• Authorize competitive contracting for One Stop Career Center Operator under WIOA
• Designate intersection of Carteret Street and Broadway as 'Sergeant Joseph A. Azcona Way' on May 17, 2025
• Introduce ordinance granting 30-year tax abatement for 449 Washington Street: 20 rental units (10 market-rate, 10 affordable at 60% AMI), no parking

The council voted 8-0 to advance an ordinance granting a 30-year tax abatement to 449 Washington Street Urban Renewal Co. for a 20-unit building (10 market-rate, 10 affordable at 60% AMI) in the Central Ward. The ordinance passed first reading and will have a public hearing on June 4, 2025. The council also rescinded a prior housing project resolution for CO Enterprises due to a name change and amendment, and authorized competitive contracting for a One Stop Career Center operator under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

• Advanced 30-year tax abatement ordinance for 449 Washington St. 20-unit residential project (8-0)
• Rescinded resolution 7R2-d from March 2024 for CO Enterprises housing project due to name/amendment (8-0)
• Authorized competitive contracting for One Stop Career Center operator under WIOA (8-0)
• Designated Carteret St. & Broadway as 'Sergeant Joseph A. Azcona Way' ceremonial intersection (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings and vote on several tax abatement ordinances, including a 30-year abatement for a 396-unit mixed-income project on Fulton Street with 80 affordable units. Other ordinances on first reading include a 17-year abatement for a warehouse on Frontage Road and a lead paint inspection requirement for rental units. The Council will also consider resolutions for temporary emergency appropriations totaling over $62 million to fund city operations until the 2025 budget is adopted.

• Public hearing and final passage of 30-year tax abatement for 396 residential units (80 affordable) at 16-32 Fulton Street (Central Ward)
• First reading of 17-year tax abatement for a 224,900 sq ft warehouse at 58-108 Frontage Road (East Ward)
• First reading of ordinance to require lead-based paint inspections for rental units built before 1978
• Public hearing on 30-year tax abatement for 44 affordable housing units at 69-81 Sherman Avenue (South Ward)
• Authorization of $62,021,956 temporary emergency appropriation to fund city operations for June 2025

The Council approved a 30-year tax abatement for a 396-unit mixed-income housing project at 16-32 Fulton Street, including 80 affordable units and 5 transitional housing units. A 17-year tax abatement for a warehouse at Frontage Road and a first reading of a lead paint inspection ordinance were also adopted. The Council deferred a lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue and approved ordinances on dockless vehicle licensing.

• Approved 30-year tax abatement for 396-unit mixed-income housing at 16-32 Fulton Street (7-0)
• Approved 17-year tax abatement for 224,900 sq ft warehouse at 58-108 Frontage Road (7-0)
• Adopted first reading of ordinance requiring lead-safe certification for rental units built before 1978 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance creating licensing for dockless commercial delivery vehicles (7-0)
• Approved 30-year tax abatement for 44-unit affordable housing at 69 Sherman Avenue (7-0)
• Deferred lease agreement for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue (8-0)
• Approved temporary emergency appropriation of $124,742 for homeless services operating expenses (7-0)
• Amended and deferred 30-year tax abatement for 24-unit market rate housing at 317 Mulberry Street (ward correction) (7-0)

Municipal Council

This special meeting of the Newark Municipal Council includes several resolutions and one ordinance. The council will decide on a 30-year tax abatement for a 24-unit market-rate rental project at 317 Mulberry Street, along with redevelopment agreements for senior housing and other properties, and ceremonial street naming.

• 30-year tax abatement for 317 Mulberry Street project (24 market-rate rental units, 770 sq ft commercial, 15 parking spaces)
• First Amendment to redevelopment agreement with Sheila Y Oliver Senior Housing Community, LLC (sale amount $185,580) for properties on Aldine Street and Lyons Avenue
• Subordination agreement with Ascension Capital Partners I, LLC to allow financing for housing on Springfield Avenue and other South Ward sites
• Ceremonial street designation honoring Gloria Gaynor at Howard Street and Court Street as 'Gloria Gaynor Way'
• Waiver of special event permit fees for Mother's Day Festival on May 17, 2025 at North 5th Street between Abington Street and Bloomfield Avenue

The Newark Municipal Council unanimously approved first amendments to land sale and redevelopment agreements for multiple South Ward properties, including scope changes for the Sheila Y Oliver Senior Housing Community project. The council also advanced an ordinance granting a 30-year tax abatement for 24 market-rate rental units at Mulberry Street, which will proceed to a public hearing on May 13. Additional actions included designating Howard and Court Streets as Gloria Gaynor Way and waiving permit fees for the Mother’s Day Festival.

• Approved first amendments to land sale and redevelopment agreements with Sheila Y Oliver Senior Housing Community, LLC, Ascension Capital Partners I, LLC, and 760 Clinton Ave Shoho, LLC (8-0)
• Authorized subordination of city reverter rights for Ascension Capital Partners I, LLC to enable project financing (8-0)
• Determined the Sheila Y Oliver Senior Housing Community project meets an existing housing need in Newark ($17,785,352 total cost) (8-0)
• Approved ceremonial street designation of Howard and Court Streets as Gloria Gaynor Way (8-0)
• Waived special event permit fees for the Mother’s Day Festival on May 17, 2025 (8-0)
• Advanced a 30-year tax abatement ordinance for 24 market-rate rental units at 317-323 Mulberry Street to first reading (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider tax abatements for two housing projects and emergency appropriations for city operations and animal shelter services. The body will also hear from residents and review financial statements from urban renewal entities.

• Tax abatement for 396-unit housing project at 16-32 Fulton Street
• Tax abatement for 23-unit housing project at 15-19 South 13th Street
• Emergency appropriation of $79.8M for city operations
• Extension of emergency contract for animal shelter services
• Dockless vehicle and driving school licensing ordinances

The council approved a 25-year tax abatement for a five-story mixed-use building with 23 residential units (5 affordable) and commercial space at 15-19 South 13th Street. A 30-year tax abatement for a 396-unit Fulton Street project was amended and deferred, and a lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue was also deferred. The council also adopted a temporary $79.8 million emergency appropriation to fund city operations through May 2025.

• Approved 25-year tax abatement for Newark Portfolio II LLC at 15-19 South 13th Street (8-0)
• Deferred 30-year tax abatement for Fulton Street Newark LLC after amendment (8-0)
• Deferred lease agreement for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue (8-0)
• Adopted bond ordinance appropriating $1,445,000 for capital projects (8-0)
• Adopted first reading of dockless delivery vehicle licensing ordinance (8-0)
• Deferred driving school registration ordinance (8-0)
• Approved temporary emergency appropriation of $79,807,676 for May 2025 (8-0)
• Accepted consent reports and recommendations from city officers and boards (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances and consider multiple resolutions. Key items include a 30-year tax abatement for a new residential building at 1098 Broad Street, a 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Avenue, and acceptance of federal grants for environmental justice and Lincoln Park restoration. The council will also vote on a bond ordinance for capital improvements and various city contracts.

• 30-year tax abatement for 35-unit market-rate building with 750 sq ft commercial space at 1098-1102 Broad St (East Ward)
• 15-year lease for homeless housing at 169 Clinton Ave, annual rent up to $3,992,130 in year ten
• $3,550,000 HUD grant for Lincoln Park Restoration Project
• $1,000,000 EPA grant for Environmental Justice workforce development program
• $3,000,000 state contract for radio communication equipment for Public Safety

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is meeting to decide on several funding appropriations and contracts. Key items include housing rehabilitation and emergency budget funding for pensions and city operations.

• Ordinance 25-0195: $6,000,000 for rehabilitation of Newark Housing Authority units
• Resolution 25-0229: $94,199,489.47 temporary emergency appropriation for pensions
• Resolution 25-0291: $2,000,000 grant for the 2025 Anti-Violence for Out-of-School Youth Project
• Resolution 25-0271: $7,750,000 HUD grant for Lead Hazard and Healthy Homes Reduction Program
• Lease agreement with Bethany Baptist Church at 275 West Market Street for $30,000 annually

The Municipal Council approved a $6 million bond for Newark Housing Authority rehabilitation and adopted eight emergency appropriations totaling over $103 million for pensions, health services, and capital improvements. Two ordinances were deferred.

• Approved $6M bond for Newark Housing Authority rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved $94.2M pension emergency appropriation (8-0)
• Approved $1.08M Ryan White HIV health services (8-0)
• Approved $7.75M Lead Hazard and Healthy Homes program (8-0)
• Approved $2M Anti-Violence for Out-of-School Youth project (8-0)
• Approved $484,433 Sickle Cell care and support services (8-0)
• Approved $750K Police and Fire capital improvement funds (8-0)
• Deferred ordinance for Springfield Avenue Urban Renewal LLC (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will consider authorizing a $6 million bond for housing rehabilitation and an $800,000 federal grant for road safety. The body will also review several property sales and budgets for business improvement districts.

• Authorize $6,000,000 bond for Newark Housing Authority rehabilitation
• Authorize $800,000 grant for Safe Streets and Roads for All
• Authorize sale of 596 Bergen Street for $26,250
• Authorize sale of 398-406 Chancellor Avenue for $100,000
• Authorize $448,000 budget for Bloomfield Avenue Business Improvement District

The Council approved a 20-year tax abatement for a new five-story mixed-use building at 768-772 Bergen Street with 20 rental units (4 affordable) and a daycare center (7-0). It also repealed and replaced the Office of Homeless Services with a new ordinance, adopted a green infrastructure bond amendment, and designated 7th Avenue West and 2nd Street as a multi-way stop. A $6 million housing rehabilitation bond ordinance was deferred.

• Adopted 20-year tax abatement for PGH & Associates' mixed-use project at 768-772 Bergen Street (7-0)
• Repealed Office of Homeless Services ordinance (6PSF-c) and established new Office of Homeless Services (6PSF-d) (8-0 each)
• Adopted third amendment to land sale/redevelopment agreement for Block 318, Lots 1, 4, 8 (8-0)
• Approved $800,000 green infrastructure bond amendment for sewer system project (8-0)
• Designated 7th Avenue West and 2nd Street as multi-way stop intersection (8-0)
• Deferred $6 million housing rehabilitation bond ordinance for Newark Housing Authority (8-0)
• Accepted reports: Landmarks Commission minutes, Marriage License Bureau financial reports (6-0)
• Approved temporary emergency appropriations: $800,000 for Safe Streets and Roads for All and $115,000 for health insurance enrollment (8-0 each)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions, including a $300,000 contract for videotaping and technical assistance, an amendment to increase the statutory auditor contract by $200,000 for a total of $729,625, a subordination agreement to allow redevelopment of a three-family house at 274 Chadwick Avenue, and a resolution supporting publishing legal notices on government websites.

• 7R1-a(s): $300,000 contract with Interfaith Television Ministries for videotaping, training, and technical assistance to the Council and City Clerk's Office
• 7R2-a(s): Authorizing subordination of reverter rights and a First Amendment to the Sale and Redevelopment Agreement for 274 Chadwick Avenue to allow Wiosna, LLC to build a three-family home; sale amount $23,625
• 7R8-a(s): Amending resolution to increase the statutory auditor contract with Samuel Klein and Company from $529,625 to $729,625 (increase of $200,000)
• 7R8-b(s): Resolution to support publishing legal notices on official government websites

The Newark Municipal Council approved three resolutions at a special meeting: a $300,000 videotaping and training contract, a subordination agreement to allow redevelopment of a three-family house at 274 Chadwick Avenue, and an amendment increasing the statutory auditor contract by $200,000 to $729,625. A resolution supporting the publication of legal notices on official government websites was also adopted. Two council members were absent for the votes but later arrived. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $300,000 videotaping and training contract with Interfaith Television Ministries (6-0)
• Approved subordination agreement for redevelopment at 274 Chadwick Avenue to allow financing for a three-family house (6-0)
• Approved amendment to increase 2025 statutory auditor contract with Samuel Klein & Co. to $729,625 (6-0)
• Adopted resolution to support publishing legal notices on official government websites (6-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will discuss several tax abatements for residential and mixed-use developments and a $6 million emergency appropriation for real property revaluation. The body is also reviewing grants for health centers and park improvements, as well as various city contracts.

• Special emergency appropriation of $6,000,000 for real property revaluation
• 30-year tax abatement for 81 residential units and retail at 20-24 Branford Place
• 20-year tax abatement for 20 residential units and daycare at 768-772 Bergen Street
• Grant of $4,076,227 from HRSA for the Health Center Program
• Contract not to exceed $775,000 with Microsoft/GovConnection for software and hardware support

The council approved a $6 million special emergency appropriation for a complete revaluation of real property in Newark. It also granted a 30-year tax abatement to 20 Branford Urban Renewal LLC for an 81-unit mixed-use development with 16 affordable units, and approved amended tax abatement agreements for projects on South 17th Street involving assignment to Rise REO Urban Renewal LLC. Two ordinances were adopted on first reading: a tax abatement for a mixed-use building at 768-772 Bergen Street and an amendment to a land sale agreement for Block 318. Consent reports from city officers were accepted unanimously.

• Approved $6M special emergency appropriation for property revaluation (7-0)
• Granted 30-year tax abatement to 20 Branford Place project (81 units, retail) (5-2 abstentions)
• Approved amended tax abatement and assignment for 42 market-rate units on South 17th Street (6-1 abstention)
• Approved amended tax abatement assignment to Rise REO Urban Renewal LLC for 42 units (6-1 abstention)
• Adopted on first reading tax abatement for mixed-use building at 768-772 Bergen Street (7-0)
• Adopted on first reading amendment to land sale agreement for Block 318 (7-0)
• Accepted consent reports and recommendations of city officers (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council will vote on several traffic ordinances and a tax abatement for a new residential building. The body is also reviewing multiple temporary emergency appropriations for grants totaling over $17 million for health, housing, and public safety.

• 30-year tax abatement for 40 Austin Street: 5-story building with 43 market rate rental units
• Proposed multi-way stop signs at 15th Ave/S 13th St, 16th Ave/S 11th St, 15th Ave/Littleton Ave, and 15th Ave/S 11th St
• Ordinance to regulate convenience store distance and increase fines
• Appropriation of $8,369,505 for Ryan White HIV/AIDS health and support services
• Appropriations for Brick City Peace Collective ($2.5M), Homeless Housing Grant ($2.4M), and HOME Investment Partnership Program ($2,794,733.46)

The council adopted a 30-year tax abatement for a new five-story, 43-unit market-rate rental building with 38 parking spaces at 40-46 Austin Street (East Ward). It also approved three traffic ordinances adding multi-way stop intersections in the Central Ward, and amended and adopted a convenience store ordinance to include discount stores and increase fines. Resolutions included authorizing competitive contracting for third-party UCC inspection services (7-0-1), and accepting $2.79M for HOME program, $2.4M for homeless housing, and $2.5M for the Brick City Peace Collective violence reduction grant.

• Adopted 30-year tax abatement for 40 Austin Street project (8-0)
• Designated 15th Ave & S 13th St, 16th Ave & S 11th St, 15th Ave & Littleton Ave, and 15th Ave & S 11th St as multi-way stops (each 8-0)
• Amended and adopted convenience store ordinance to include discount stores and increase fines (8-0)
• Authorized competitive contracting for UCC third-party inspection services, as amended (7-0-1)
• Accepted $2,794,733.46 HUD HOME grant for FY2024 (8-0)
• Accepted $2,400,000 NJ homeless housing grant (8-0)
• Accepted $2,500,000 Brick City Peace Collective violence reduction grant (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is reviewing tax abatements for residential developments on Market Street, Mount Pleasant Avenue, and Springfield Avenue. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding convenience store registration and distance requirements, as well as several grant-funded appropriations for health and public safety.

• 20-year tax abatement for 19 market-rate and 5 affordable units at 209-213 Mount Pleasant Avenue
• 20-year tax abatement for 17 market-rate and 2 affordable units at 486 Market Street
• 25-year tax abatement for 22 market-rate and 2 affordable units at 566-570 Springfield Avenue
• Proposed ordinance to create prohibited distance requirements for convenience stores and increase fines
• $500,000 HUD Homelessness Prevention Grant appropriation

The Municipal Council approved multiple residential tax abatements and various emergency funding authorizations. Several ordinances regarding convenience store regulations and Springfield Avenue development were either failed or deferred.

• Approved first reading of ordinance for multi-way stop at 15th Ave and South 13th St (8-0)
• Approved 20-year tax abatement for KS 486 Market Street residential project (8-0)
• Approved 20-year tax abatement for Mt. Pleasant Apartments residential project (8-0)
• Approved 25-year tax abatement for 566-570 Springfield Avenue project (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Failed ordinance regarding convenience store regulations and fines (4-4, 4 abstentions)
• Authorized $500,000 homelessness prevention grant (8-0)
• Authorized $70,500 for firefighter turnout gear (8-0)
• Authorized $400,000 for lead remediation and repairs (8-0)

Municipal Council

The Municipal Council is meeting to authorize several emergency appropriations for housing and homeless services. The body is also considering multiple professional services contracts for environmental consulting, planning, engineering, and legal defense.

• Authorization of $5,894,807.00 for Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA)
• Authorization of $602,188.00 for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
• Contract for SK2 Architects LLC not to exceed $204,245.00 for the Newark Drop-in and Resource Center at 1136 Raymond Boulevard
• Rescission of a contract with Design Resources Group Architects, AIA, Inc. for failing to execute the contract
• Multiple legal defense contracts for the Law Department ranging from $100,000.00 to $300,000.00

The Municipal Council approved two HUD grants totaling over $6.49 million for housing and emergency solutions. The council also authorized several professional services contracts for environmental consulting, planning, and legal defense, and rescinded one engineering contract.

• Authorized $5,894,807 HUD grant for Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (6-0)
• Authorized $602,188 HUD grant for Emergency Solutions Grant (6-0)
• Approved environmental consulting contracts for Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. and Lewis Consulting Group, Inc. up to $75,000 each (6-0)
• Approved planning consultant contracts for Clarke Canton Hintz, PC and Colliers Engineering & Design, Inc. up to $85,000 each (6-0)
• Authorized $204,245 contract with SK2 Architects LLC for Newark Drop-in and Resource Center renovation (7-0)
• Rescinded contract award to Design Resources Group Architects, AIA, Inc. due to failure to execute (7-0)
• Authorized legal defense contracts for Antonelli, Kantor, Rivera, PC and Brooks & Berne, PLLC up to $100,000 each (7-0)

Municipal Council

The Newark Municipal Council will hear public hearings and vote on ordinances including tax abatements for several housing developments and a resolution to authorize a contract for police equipment and supplies.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend convenience store regulations
• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Special Improvement Districts
• Resolution to authorize contract for police equipment not to exceed $10.2M
• Resolution to authorize $6.9M CDBG grant for community development
• Resolution to authorize fencing services contract not to exceed $150,000

The Municipal Council failed to approve a 25-year tax abatement for 566-570 Springfield Urban Renewal LLC, which proposed 22 market-rate and 2 affordable housing units. The motion received 4 yes votes, 3 abstentions, and 1 absence, falling short of adoption. Other ordinances were adopted, including amendments to procurement card policies and special improvement districts, and tax abatements for several other housing projects were approved.

• Failed to adopt 25-year tax abatement for 566-570 Springfield Ave project (4 yes, 3 abstain, 1 absent)
• Adopted ordinance amending procurement card policies (6 yes, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Adopted amendment to BLC Special Improvement District to remove residential properties (7 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted 20-year tax abatement for Rising Plains Urban Renewal LLC, 19 affordable units (7 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted 25-year tax abatement for Broadway Star Urban Renewal LLC, 206 units (7 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted utility easement vacation on Block 17, Lot 1.02 (7 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted ordinance for permanent easement for water/sewer utilities (7 yes, 1 absent)
• Adopted amendment to special improvement district reporting requirements (7 yes, 1 absent)