Discussing the Future of The Heights with Councilperson Michael Yun
Ward D Councilperson Michael Yun, who represents The Heights in Jersey City, discusses his outlook for the neighborhood during his next term in office after handily winning re-election last year.
Developer Wins, Opponents Lose, The Story of Jersey City’s First Micro-Unit Project
Why is a micro-unit project in Van Vorst moving forward despite significant community opposition?
Demystifying Jersey City’s Reval with Civic Parent’s Brigid D’Souza
Jersey City’s long overdue tax revaluation will be completed by mid-2018. Financial literacy blogger Brigid D’Souza, who runs the website Civic Parent, provides residents with tools to become self-advocates for fair taxes during the reval process.
A Q&A with Ward E Councilman James Solomon
The newly elected councilman, who represents all of Downtown, answers our questions about the challenges his development-heavy ward faces.
West New York Plans to Ban Airbnb Rentals
The Hudson County town is seeking to end short-term vacation rentals this week. Those who violate the new ordinance could face hundreds of dollars in fines.
Ward A Councilperson Denise Ridley Discusses the Road Ahead for Greenville
Ward A Councilperson Denise Ridley, who represents Greenville in Jersey City, discusses her outlook for the neighborhood during her first term in office.
Trenton Seeks Resident Input for Strategic Development Plan Near Train Stations
As interest increases, the city looks to create a strategic plan for responsible future development near its transportation hubs.
The State of Development in Jersey City, a Chat with City Council President Rolando...
How does Jersey City’s Council President feel about development and the direction the city is going in? Our interview sheds lights on the candidate’s positions.
Will the Abandoned Essex County Jail Be Torn Down?
City officials say that the structure "poses a danger," but that there are no funds to tear it down.
Is Jersey City Doing Enough to Stay Affordable?
Both candidates in the city’s mayoral race discuss affordable housing, what’s currently being done to support it, and what they want to see moving forward.