JCRA Wants to Buy Vacant Center Street Properties in Jersey City
In the midst of controversy regarding possible development in the Bates Street Redevelopment Area, the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency is looking to buy two lots in the neighborhood.
Alcohol with Sunday Brunch? It’s Becoming Legal at Some Newark Restaurants
The City of Newark is amending its rules regarding liquor licenses in the city’s downtown.
Water Woes: What is Hoboken Doing to Fix Their System?
The Hoboken City Council took a step toward re-bidding a much-maligned sewer contract after a month that saw 18 water main breaks rock the city.
Jersey City Redevelopment Agency Plans to Buy Bergen-Lafayette Property
The JCRA plans to pay $455,000 for 97 Monitor Street near the Liberty State Park Light Rail stop.
Two New Firehouses in the Works for Jersey City
The Jersey City Fire Department could get new facilities on Communipaw Avenue and Grand Street.
Union City to Install Surveillance Camera Network
The city government will pay over $200,000 to install an outdoor security system.
Newark Plans to Launch Homelessness Commission
The proposed task force in New Jersey’s largest city would be among the first of its kind in a state where homelessness remains a crisis.
Newark Renews Contract With Law Firm Where Former Deputy Mayor Now Works
Last year, Newark Deputy Mayor Baye Adofo-Wilson, who oversaw development in New Jersey’s largest city, resigned and took a job with a Central Jersey law firm. Now, that law firm will continue to be paid by the City of Newark to provide legal services related to development.
Jersey City’s Property Tax Rate Finalized at 1.48%
Following the city’s first revaluation in almost three decades, their certified tax rate came in lower than expected.
Jersey City Planning Director Annisia Cialone to Head Housing, Economic Development & Commerce
City planning director Annisia Cialone is set to replace Marcos Vigil as head of Housing, Economic Development and Commerce, effective August 11.
