Jersey City Minutes

Meeting record

Municipal Council, April 8, 2026

Body
Municipal Council
Date
April 8, 2026 (regular meeting)
Video
city recording, 3h 8m
Called to order
0:00:28 (6:09 p.m.)
Adjourned
3:08:01 (9:16 p.m.)
Minutes
CivicWeb, fetched 2026-10-20
Votes
51 confirmed

Attendance

Items

motion-add-10.38 motion

Motion to add item 10.38 (Res. 26-189) to the agenda

0:03:51 to 0:05:05 · Added
8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:04:21
Moved by Michael O. Griffin, seconded by Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
Roll call from 0:04:21. Brooks called: 'Here. Well, not here. Okay.' (0:04:21), recorded absent (Brooks arrived 0:23:22). The other eight heard aye (Singh, Griffin, Lavarro at 0:04:56; Ridley at 0:05:05). The clerk gave the motion to Griffin and the second to Zuppa (0:04:21). The minutes have no entry for this motion. The minutes have no line for this procedural motion; published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.
The clerk read the item: a resolution honoring Montford Point Marine PFC Fred Jackson on the occasion of Jackson's recognition with the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal (0:03:51).
3.1 Ord. 26-019 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance approving an easement agreement by and between the City of Jersey City and AR Scitech LLC for the benefit of the public for pedestrian access and passage over and across portions of the property known as 189 Philip Street, Jersey City, New Jersey (Block 21504, Lot 4.04).

0:05:05 to 0:05:29 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:07:22
Consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4, from 0:07:22: Brooks 'not here'; the next call was transcribed 'Councilperson' with no surname, then 'Aye for introduction to all' ('Aye' p=0.00, 0:07:33); Gilmore: a voice 'He stepped out' (0:07:33). Ephros, Little, Singh, Griffin, Lavarro and Ridley heard 'Aye for introduction'. Clerk: 'Introduced 7.0 with Brooks and Gilmore not present' (0:08:09). At 0:46:27 the clerk took the answers of Brooks ('I vote aye for introduction', 0:46:38) and Gilmore ('Aye for introduction', 0:46:42) and said 'now we are introducing items 3.1 to 3.4 9-0' (transcribed '3.490', 0:46:45). Zuppa's answer is taken from the written records: the minutes ('Introduced 9-0') and the ordinance's vote table on introduction, Apr 8 2026 (Zuppa AYE, 9-0). No mover or seconder heard.
3.2 Ord. 26-020 ordinance first reading

An Franchise Ordinance granting permission to 412 Liberty Ave., LLC by its managing member, Nikesh Shah, allowing the installation of stairs that extend into the right of way beyond the boundary lines of Lot 51, Block 2601, and are for the benefit of Lot 51, Block 2601, commonly known as 412 Liberty Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey.

0:05:29 to 0:06:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:07:22
Consent roll call with items 3.1 to 3.4; see the note on 3.1. Brooks and Gilmore answered at 0:46:38 and 0:46:42. Zuppa's answer from the minutes ('Introduced 9-0') and the ordinance's vote table on introduction (Zuppa AYE, 9-0); transcript 'Aye' p=0.00 with no surname heard (0:07:33).
3.3 Ord. 26-021 ordinance first reading

An Franchise Ordinance granting permission to Mansion Ambassadors LLC, its successors and assigns, to construct private improvements within 200 square feet +/- of the First Street Public right-of-way, adjacent to Lot 26, Block 11402, on the Official Tax Assessment Map of the City of Jersey City. (230 First Street).

0:06:25 to 0:06:56 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:07:22
Consent roll call with items 3.1 to 3.4; see the note on 3.1. Brooks and Gilmore answered at 0:46:38 and 0:46:42. Zuppa's answer from the minutes ('Introduced 9-0') and the ordinance's vote table on introduction (Zuppa AYE, 9-0); transcript 'Aye' p=0.00 with no surname heard (0:07:33).
3.4 Ord. 26-022 ordinance first reading

An Franchise Ordinance granting permission to HHNJ Propco Phase III LLC to encroach within the Public right of way sidewalk at portions of 15th and 16th Streets to allow for an elevated ramp and stairs for building entry. (316 15th Street)

0:06:56 to 0:08:09 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:07:22
Consent roll call with items 3.1 to 3.4; see the note on 3.1. Brooks and Gilmore answered at 0:46:38 and 0:46:42. Zuppa's answer from the minutes ('Introduced 9-0') and the ordinance's vote table on introduction (Zuppa AYE, 9-0); transcript 'Aye' p=0.00 with no surname heard (0:07:33).
motion-defer-10.6-10.8 motion

Motion to take up items 10.6, 10.7 and 10.8 ahead of the second-reading ordinances

0:08:30 to 0:10:01 · Approved
7-0 7 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:09:39
Moved by Michael O. Griffin
Roll call from 0:09:39: 'Councilperson Brooks is still not here, so Councilperson' (no surname heard) then 'Aye' (p=0.01, 0:09:45), not credited, so Zuppa is not-voting; 'Councilperson Gilmore, still not here' (0:09:45). Ephros, Little, Singh, Griffin, Lavarro and Ridley heard aye. The clerk gave the motion to Griffin; 'Second by?' had no answer heard (0:08:36). Clerk: 'The motion to defer to items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 is 7-0' (0:10:01). The minutes have no entry for this motion. Councilperson Zuppa's aye is filled from the clerk's count 'is 7-0' (0:10:01); the minutes have no line for this procedural motion. Published on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.
The clerk called it a motion to 'defer to' items 10.6, 10.7 and 10.8 so they could be voted individually first (0:08:30). A member not named asked whether 10.37 and 10.38 would also be moved; the answer was no (0:09:19).
10.6 Res. 26-157 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the execution of a license agreement regarding the installation of a bat house in Enos Jones Park.

0:10:01 to 0:20:55 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:12:54
Roll call from 0:12:54 (Brooks passed over as not here, 0:10:01). Zuppa, Ephros, Singh, Griffin and Ridley heard aye. The call between Ephros and Singh was transcribed 'Councilman. Councilman. Aye.' (0:13:25), surname not heard; after Griffin's 'I vote aye' an unnamed speaker said 'I happily vote aye' (0:13:59) with no call heard; Gilmore not called. Clerk: 'approved 7-0 with Councilperson Brooks and Gilmore not present' (0:14:40). At 0:46:45 the clerk returned to 10.6: Brooks 'Aye' (0:47:06); 'Councilperson Gilmore, okay, thank you' with no answer heard (0:47:08); clerk 'Resolution 26-157 is approved 9-0' (0:47:12). Little, Lavarro and Gilmore taken from the written records: minutes 'Approved 9-0' and the resolution's vote table (all AYE, 9-0).
The students' teacher gave their name for the record (0:18:56).
10.7 Res. 26-158 resolution

A Resolution honoring Jersey City's Golden Door Charter School.

0:21:03 to 0:29:49 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:23:45
Roll call from 0:23:45, after the clerk noted Brooks present at 6:31 (0:23:22). All nine heard aye (Ephros 'Aye' p=0.78, Griffin 'Aye' p=0.61).
10.8 Res. 26-159 resolution

A Resolution recognizing the Month of April 2026 as Sikh Heritage Month.

0:30:03 to 0:44:04 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:32:40
Roll call from 0:32:40. All nine heard aye.
4.1 Ord. 26-016 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance Supplementing Chapter 332 (Vehicles and Traffic) Article VIII (Permit Parking) amending Section 332-58 (Parking Restrictions in Residential Zones) to establish a new permit parking Zone 20 for streets adjacent to the Liberty State Park HBLR Station east of Pacific Avenue.

0:47:34 to 0:50:24 · Tabled · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:49:25
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Michael O. Griffin
Motion to table prior to conducting a public hearing. The clerk first gave the motion to Griffin, then corrected it to Gilmore, with the second by Griffin (0:49:05, 0:49:11). Roll call from 0:49:25; all nine heard aye (the clerk first called the Council President as 'Watterman', then 'Ridley', 0:49:36). No count announced. The Ord. 26-016 PDF (p. 2) prints 'To Table Ord. 26-016 prior to conducting a public hearing made by Councilperson Gilmore, seconded by Councilperson Griffin, 9-0', with no member-by-member table.
Carried from the March 25 meeting (clerk, 0:47:34). Tabled prior to conducting a public hearing; a new ordinance is to be introduced after the community meets (0:48:23).
4.2 Ord. 26-017 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance supplementing Chapter 332 (Vehicles and Traffic) Article III (Parking, Standing and Stopping) amending Section 332-24 (Parking Prohibited Certain Hours) at PS 16 (96 Sussex Street).

0:50:30 to 0:53:06 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:51:50
Final consideration and adoption. The clerk called it '26-016' (0:51:50) and restarted at 0:52:10 'moving to 1-7'; Lavarro asked whether the vote was on 26-016 and the clerk confirmed 017 (0:52:47); Lavarro then 'I vote aye' (0:52:55). All nine heard aye in the restarted roll call (Ridley 'Aye' p=0.50, 0:52:59). No mover or seconder heard for adoption.
Public hearing opened at 0:50:55; no member of the public was heard. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Council President Ridley (0:50:55); roll call from 0:50:55, all nine heard aye; clerk 'To close the public hearing for City Ordinance 26-016 [sic], motion carries 9-0' (0:51:50). The close of hearing has no vote of its own in this record.
4.3 Ord. 26-018 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53 (Personnel) Article 11 (Fixed Salaries) to Modify Fixed Salaries for Certain Employees.

0:53:09 to 1:05:29 · Adopted · document
7-0-2 7 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions, roll call at 1:02:56
Final consideration and adoption. The clerk first called it '26-017'; Brooks asked 'Is it 26-018?' and the clerk confirmed (1:03:00). Brooks, Zuppa, Ephros, Singh, Lavarro and Ridley heard aye; Gilmore 'Abstain' (1:04:59) and Griffin 'Abstain' (1:05:12). Little was called (1:03:53) and commented with no aye or nay heard; Little's answer is taken from the written records: minutes 'Adopted 7-0-2' with Gilmore and Griffin abstaining, and the ordinance's final vote table (Little AYE, 7-0-2). Clerk: 'City Ordinance is adopted 702 with Councilperson Gilmore and Councilperson Griffin of Saini [abstaining]' (1:05:29). No mover or seconder heard for adoption.
Public hearing from 0:53:09; two members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, second heard as 'Councilperson Brittany' (0:58:16); roll call from 0:58:16, all nine heard aye; clerk 'To close the public hearing on ordinance 9 is 9-0' (0:59:31). The close of hearing has no vote of its own in this record. Zuppa's question went to the business administrator's office (named only as 'Peter'), recorded as staff.
5 public comment

Public request for hearing

1:05:29 to 2:39:45 · Heard
Public request for hearing (minutes items 5.1 to 5.44). The clerk called speakers by number and name from 1:05:29. Speakers are not listed here; the minutes name them. Members responded to several speakers (1:36:05, 1:39:19, 1:52:28, 1:53:07, 2:14:20, 2:28:45, 2:32:37, 2:35:34). The clerk closed the public speaking section at 2:39:45.
6 other

Petitions and communications (items 6.1 to 6.48)

2:39:45 to 2:40:20 · No action
The clerk asked for questions or comments on items 6.1 to 6.48 (2:39:45); a member not named mentioned 6.1. The clerk said there were no officer communications and no reports of directors (2:39:45, 2:40:20). The items are not listed individually.
9.1 claims

Meeting Claims List

2:40:20 to 2:46:20 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:43:18
Consent roll call with items 9.1, 9.2, 9.3 and 9.4 (clerk: 'items one, two, and three', 2:43:18); full pass and window re-transcription 9815-9985. Brooks's call transcribed 'Councilperson votes' (full) and 'Councilperson, whoops' (window), then 'I vote aye' (2:43:52); not credited. An unnamed speaker spoke on a furniture expenditure on 'meeting claims list 9.1 or claims one' and said 'I vote no on the claims' (2:44:03 to 2:44:39); Little later referred to 'the furniture that Councilman Zuppa raised'; Zuppa recorded not-voting. Ephros aye (2:44:47). Little: 'vote nay on the furniture that Councilman Zuppa raised and ... aye on the rest' (2:45:07); which list held the furniture was not said on the video, so not-voting on 9.1 and 9.2. Gilmore ('Aye' p=0.91 full pass, 0.07 window), Singh and Griffin heard aye; Lavarro 'Hi' (p=0.21 full, 0.67 window) and Ridley 'Hi' (p=0.38 full, 0.37 window) not credited. Clerk: 'claims and addendums number one ... number one is seven, two, addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39). The minutes record 9.1 as 9-0. Published as the minutes record it on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20 (9.1 9-0; 9.2 7-2, Zuppa and Little nay; 9.3 and 9.4 8-1, Zuppa nay). On the video Councilperson Zuppa, identified by Adam as the speaker the clerk did not name, raised a furniture expense and voted no on it (2:44:03 to 2:44:39); Councilperson Little voted nay on the furniture line and aye on the rest (2:45:07); the clerk announced 'number one is seven, two, addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39).
9.2 claims

Meeting Claims Addendum #1

2:40:20 to 2:46:20 · Approved · document
7-2 7 ayes, 2 nays, roll call at 2:43:18
Consent roll call with items 9.1 to 9.4; see the note on 9.1. Brooks (call not heard by name), Zuppa (not called by name; unnamed 'I vote no on the claims', 2:44:39), Lavarro and Ridley ('Hi' below p 0.5) not credited; Little's line-item nay on the furniture not placed on a list. Clerk: 'number one is seven, two' (2:45:39). The minutes record 7-2 with Zuppa and Little nay. Published as the minutes record it on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20 (9.1 9-0; 9.2 7-2, Zuppa and Little nay; 9.3 and 9.4 8-1, Zuppa nay). On the video Councilperson Zuppa, identified by Adam as the speaker the clerk did not name, raised a furniture expense and voted no on it (2:44:03 to 2:44:39); Councilperson Little voted nay on the furniture line and aye on the rest (2:45:07); the clerk announced 'number one is seven, two, addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39).
9.3 claims

Meeting Claims Addendum #2

2:40:20 to 2:46:20 · Approved · document
8-1 8 ayes, 1 nay, roll call at 2:43:18
Consent roll call with items 9.1 to 9.4; see the note on 9.1. Little aye ('aye on the rest', 2:45:07). Brooks, Zuppa, Lavarro and Ridley not credited. Clerk: 'addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39). The minutes record 8-1 with Zuppa nay. Published as the minutes record it on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20 (9.1 9-0; 9.2 7-2, Zuppa and Little nay; 9.3 and 9.4 8-1, Zuppa nay). On the video Councilperson Zuppa, identified by Adam as the speaker the clerk did not name, raised a furniture expense and voted no on it (2:44:03 to 2:44:39); Councilperson Little voted nay on the furniture line and aye on the rest (2:45:07); the clerk announced 'number one is seven, two, addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39).
9.4 claims

Meeting Claims Addendum #3

2:40:20 to 2:46:20 · Approved · document
8-1 8 ayes, 1 nay, roll call at 2:43:18
Consent roll call with items 9.1 to 9.4; see the note on 9.1. Little aye ('aye on the rest', 2:45:07). Brooks, Zuppa, Lavarro and Ridley not credited. Clerk: 'addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39). The minutes record 8-1 with Zuppa nay. Published as the minutes record it on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20 (9.1 9-0; 9.2 7-2, Zuppa and Little nay; 9.3 and 9.4 8-1, Zuppa nay). On the video Councilperson Zuppa, identified by Adam as the speaker the clerk did not name, raised a furniture expense and voted no on it (2:44:03 to 2:44:39); Councilperson Little voted nay on the furniture line and aye on the rest (2:45:07); the clerk announced 'number one is seven, two, addendums number two and three are voted eight, one' (2:45:39).
10.1 Res. 26-152 resolution

A Resolution requesting permission for the dedication by rider for proceeds received through the disposal of property and assets acquired by State forfeiture in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2C:64-6.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.5, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11 and 10.13 (10.12 withdrawn; 10.6 to 10.8 voted earlier), from 2:46:38. Brooks, Zuppa, Ephros, Little, Singh, Griffin and Ridley heard aye; Lavarro '10.1 to 10.13, Yes' (2:48:33) and 'I vote yes on all' (2:51:58). Gilmore 'Aye for all' with 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); Gilmore's answer is taken from the written records: minutes 'Approved 9-0' and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE, 9-0). Clerk: 'Resolutions 10.1 to 10.13 are approved non-zero [9-0] with the exception of 10.12, which was withdrawn' (2:52:24).
10.2 Res. 26-153 resolution

A Resolution requesting permission for the dedication by rider of revenues received through the collection of an Art Tax in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:12-15.12.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.3 Res. 26-154 resolution

A Resolution requesting permission for the dedication by rider for proceeds received through the collection of a payroll tax to be held in trust for the Jersey City Board of Education in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:48C-14.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.4 Res. 26-155 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the exercise of the first one-year renewal option of the contract with Grant Rite Management Corporation for grant application, coordination and compliance services for the period April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.5 Res. 26-156 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services for Management Enhancement Review Program Grants.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.9 Res. 26-160 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City Recognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and honoring the contributions of the AAPI Diaspora in Jersey City.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.10 Res. 26-161 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to enter into polling place lease agreements with the Hudson County Board of Elections.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.11 Res. 26-162 resolution

A Resolution authorizing payment of a claim submitted by Hudson County Community Enterprises for Scanning and Digitizing Services.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.12 Res. 26-163 resolution

A Resolution awarding a professional services agreement to Netchert, Dineen & Hillman to provide defense counsel services related to worker’s compensation claim petitions filed against the City of Jersey City.

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Withdrawn · document
The clerk asked whether 10.12 was still being withdrawn and a voice confirmed it (2:46:20, 2:46:38); the clerk repeated that 10.12 was withdrawn when announcing the group (2:52:37). The minutes record it as Withdrawn.
10.13 Res. 26-164 resolution

A Resolution ratifying the renewal of a contract with the Jersey City Medical Center to perform Medical Services and Medical examinations for civilians, and uniformed employees and also for applicant Employees of the City of Jersey City (“City”).

2:46:20 to 2:52:37 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:38
Consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.5, 10.9 to 10.11 and 10.13; see the note on 10.1. Gilmore 'Aye' p=0.00 (2:48:23); answer from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (Gilmore AYE). Clerk: 'approved non-zero' (2:52:24).
10.14 Res. 26-165 resolution

A Resolution ratifying a professional services agreement with Andrew C. Abrams, attorney at law in the state of New Jersey, to serve as the Chief Municipal Public Defender in the Jersey City Municipal Court in addition to performing his duties as a public defender for calendar year 2026.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25, from 2:52:46. Zuppa: abstain on 10.15, no on 10.20, aye on the rest (2:55:03); Little (2:56:36), Gilmore (2:57:07) no on 10.20, aye on the rest; Lavarro (3:00:13) and Ridley (3:00:08) aye on all. Taken from the written records (minutes and the resolution's vote table agree): Brooks ('I am voting aye on all', 'aye' p=0.33, 2:53:59); Ephros (not called by name; an unnamed speaker after Zuppa said 'I will vote aye on all except for 10.20 ... no on 10.20', 2:55:27); Singh ('other I vote I', 'I' p=0.29, 2:58:00); Griffin ('vote no one, add an eye on everything else', 'eye' p=0.38, 2:59:10). Clerk: '10.14 alone is 9-0. 10.15 is 8-0-1 ... 10.16 to 10.19 approved 9-0, 10.20 is defeated, 10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:06, 3:01:27).
10.15 Res. 26-166 resolution

A Resolution appointing attorneys at law in the State of New Jersey to serve as Public Defenders in the Jersey City Municipal Court for Calendar Year 2026.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
8-0-1 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Zuppa 'I will abstain on 10.15' (2:54:31). Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 8-0-1', Zuppa abstaining) and the resolution's vote table (8-0-1, Zuppa N.V. (Abstain), the rest AYE). Clerk: '10.15 is 8-0-1. That's Councilman Zuppa abstaining' (3:01:06).
10.16 Res. 26-167 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an award of a contract to Software House International for hardware maintenance service agreement through the New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NJCPA), Bergen County Coop for the Department of Public Safety, Communications Center.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.16 to 10.19 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.17 Res. 26-168 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety FY 2027 State and Community Highway Safety Grant.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.16 to 10.19 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.18 Res. 26-169 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety FY 2027 Pedestrian Safety, Enforcement, and Education Grant Program.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.16 to 10.19 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.19 Res. 26-170 resolution

A Resolution approving the appointment of individuals to the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund Committee.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE; the CivicWeb document is HTML, no page). Clerk: '10.16 to 10.19 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.20 Res. 26-171 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the granting of a permit Liberty National Golf Club for a Fireworks display on May 4, 2026.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Defeated · document
3-6 3 ayes, 6 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Nays heard: Zuppa 'no on 20' (2:55:03), Little 'no on 10.20' (2:56:36), Gilmore 'Vote no on 1020' (2:57:07), Singh 'I would vote no for 1020' (2:58:00; the call's surname heard at p=0.05), Griffin 'vote no one, add an eye on everything else' (2:59:10, read as no on 10.20). Lavarro 'I vote aye on all' (3:00:13, p=0.63) and Ridley 'I vote aye on all' (3:00:08, p=0.99) made no exception for 10.20. Brooks 'I am voting aye on all' with 'aye' p=0.33 (2:53:59) and Ephros (not called by name; unnamed 'no on 10.20', 2:55:27) are not credited. Clerk: '10.20 is defeated' with no tally (3:01:27). The minutes print 'Defeated 9-0'; the resolution's vote table prints 3-6 with Brooks, Lavarro and Ridley AYE and the other six NAY. Councilpersons Ephros (no) and Brooks (aye) are taken from the resolution's vote table (Res. 26-171, p. 2: 3-6, Brooks, Lavarro, Ridley AYE), which agrees with every answer heard; the minutes print 'Defeated 9-0'. Published as heard and in the PDF on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.
10.21 Res. 26-172 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of Jersey City authorizing the Execution of a Deed Notice regarding the property located at 13-15 Linden Avenue.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.22 Res. 26-173 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the award of Affordable Housing Trust Fund monies and a developer agreement with Harmony House Holdings LLC for the HARMONY HOUSE project located at 174-178 MLK Drive/204 Stegman Street.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.23 Res. 26-174 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City’s Grants Office to accept the Department of Recreation & Youth Development’s 2026 Conservation Grant from the Bergen County Audubon Society.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.24 Res. 26-175 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the renewal of an open-end contract with Ascape Landscape & Construction Corp. for the maintenance of irrigation systems at numerous City-owned facilities for the Department of Recreation and Youth Development, Division of Park Maintenance.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.25 Res. 26-176 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development FY 2026 Pathway to Recovery Grant Program.

2:52:46 to 3:01:27 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:52:46
Consent roll call with items 10.14 to 10.25; see the note on 10.14. Brooks, Ephros, Singh and Griffin from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: '10.21 to 10.25 approved 9-0' (3:01:27).
10.26 Res. 26-177 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Local Government Services 2026 Local Efficiency Achievement Program (LEAP) Implementation Grant.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38, from 3:02:32. Zuppa, Ephros, Little, Singh, Griffin, Lavarro and Ridley heard aye on all. Taken from the written records (minutes 'Approved 9-0' and the resolution's vote table, all AYE): Brooks ('I vote aye on all', 'aye' p=0.48, 3:02:57) and Gilmore (called at 3:04:19, no answer heard before the call of Singh). Clerk: 'just to recap on 10.26 to 10.28 [read as 10.38], all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
The clerk first named the group '10.36 to 10.38' and said the items were numbered wrong on the agenda, then 'So it's 10.26 to 10.38' (3:02:00).
10.27 Res. 26-178 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Jen Electric, Inc., for the 2026 Maintenance & Repair of Traffic Signals and Flashing Beacons, Project No. 2026-001 for the Department of Infrastructure, Division of Traffic Engineering.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.28 Res. 26-179 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by ChargePoint, Inc. to operate and maintain Jersey City City-operated electric vehicle charging stations and electric vehicle supply equipment.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.29 Res. 26-180 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the Hudson County Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the Leonard Gordon Park Improvements, Phase II.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.30 Res. 26-181 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the Hudson County Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the LaPointe Park Improvements.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.31 Res. 26-182 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the Hudson County Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the Martyniak-Enright Park Improvements 2.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.32 Res. 26-183 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the Hudson County Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the Monticello Park Improvements.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.33 Res. 26-184 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the Hudson County Open Space, Recreation and Historic Preservation Trust Fund for the Terrace Avenue Park Improvements.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.34 Res. 26-185 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Samuel Nehemiah v. City of Jersey City, et al., Docket No.: HUD-L-3866-23.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.35 Res. 26-186 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled M&M Construction Company, Inc. v. the City of Jersey City, et al.; Docket No. 01-24-0005-9102.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.36 Res. 26-187 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a month-to-month extension not to exceed three (3) months effective on April 1, 2026 with Clarke Moynihan Landscaping and Construction LLC for the General Maintenance at Bayside Park, Audubon Park, Leonard Gordon Park, Hamilton Park, Berry Lane Park, Columbia Park, and Riverview Fisk Park for the Department of Recreation and Youth Development, Division of Park Maintenance

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
A member of the public spoke on this item during the public portion (2:34:20), and two members not named replied (2:35:34).
10.37 Res. 26-188 resolution

A Resolution honoring Black Maternal Health Week 2026.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
10.38 Res. 26-189 resolution

A Resolution honoring Montford Point Marine PFC Fred Jackson on the occasion of his recognition with the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal.

3:01:27 to 3:07:28 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:02:32
Consent roll call with items 10.26 to 10.38; see the note on 10.26. Brooks ('aye' p=0.48) and Gilmore (no answer heard) from the minutes ('Approved 9-0') and the resolution's vote table (all AYE). Clerk: 'all resolutions are approved 9-0' (3:07:28).
Added to the agenda at 0:04:21 (see motion-add-10.38).
motion-adjourn motion

Motion to adjourn

3:07:28 to 3:08:01 · Approved
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:07:53
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore
Roll call from 3:07:53; full pass and window re-transcription 11240-11320. Brooks, Zuppa, Little and Griffin heard aye in both passes; Lavarro aye (p=0.98 full pass, 0.14 window). Ephros: 'Aye' p=0.01 in the full pass, 'Aye' p=1.00 in the window; Gilmore: no answer in the full pass, 'Aye' p=0.83 in the window; both recorded aye on the window pass. Singh and Ridley called with no answer heard in either pass. Gilmore moved the motion. Clerk: 'Motion to adjourn me by Gilmore, second by Ridley, Lavarro' (3:07:40); seconder left unset (the minutes name Lavarro). No count announced; clerk 'we are out of here at 916' (3:08:01). The minutes record 'Approved-9-0'. Councilpersons Singh and Ridley were not heard; their ayes come from the minutes ('A motion to adjourn at 9:16 p.m., was made by Councilperson Gilmore seconded Councilperson Lavarro; Approved-9-0') on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.
The clerk gave the clock time as 9:16 (3:07:40, 3:08:01).

Record drafted 2026-10-20, checked 2026-10-20, reviewed by Adam Hanford (review pending).