Meeting record

Municipal Council, June 10, 2026

Body: Municipal Council
Date: June 10, 2026 (regular meeting)
Video: city recording, 3h 51m
Called to order: 0:01:01 (6:07 p.m.)
Adjourned: 3:51:04 (9:57 p.m.)
Minutes: CivicWeb, fetched 2026-10-20
Votes: 70 confirmed

Attendance

Denise Ridley: present
Eleana Little: present
Frank E. Gilmore: present^‡ (from the count announced at 0:01:23; no answer heard)
Jake Ephros: present
Joel A. Brooks: present
Mamta Singh: present
Michael O. Griffin: arrived 0:06:53 (6:13 p.m.)
Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: present
Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: present

Items

motion-add-10.46-10.48 motion

Motion to add items 10.46 (Res. 26-360), 10.47 (Res. 26-361) and 10.48 (Res. 26-362) to the agenda

0:03:39 to 0:07:35 · Added

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:06:53

Moved by Joel A. Brooks, seconded by Jake Ephros

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh^‡, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:07:35 ("Motion carries 9-0 to add items 10.46, 47, and 48 to the agenda."); not heard clearly on the audio

Roll call from 0:06:53 (Brooks called 0:06:56). Heard aye: Brooks, Zuppa, Ephros, Little, Gilmore (0:07:09, p=1.00), Lavarro, Ridley. Singh called (0:07:12) with no answer heard; filled aye from the clerk's count 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:07:38) under EDITORIAL §4 (announced count). The clerk then recorded Griffin present at 6:13 p.m. and asked for Griffin's vote; 'Aye' (0:07:32, p=1.00). Motion by Brooks, second by Ephros (0:06:15 segment). The minutes have no entry for this motion (minutes: no item). The minutes have no line for this procedural motion; published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

0:05:10 Unidentified: Asked that the administration speak on 10.47 before the motion because a related resolution was on the agenda.
0:05:26 Staff: Said the mayor's office had identified a donation from an executive of the vendor that was not disclosed in the city's pay-to-play vetting, and that the resolution for the camera-assisted parking enforcement program was being pulled and replaced by a request for proposals (10.47).

The clerk read the three late items into the record from 0:03:39.

3.1 Ord. 26-033 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance to exceed the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget Appropriation Limits and to establish a CAP Bank (N.J.S.A. 40A:4-45.14).

0:07:54 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16. Roll call from 0:13:40; members spoke before answering. Heard aye: Zuppa (0:13:58, p=0.98), Little (0:16:39, p=0.97), Singh (0:18:28, p=0.99), Griffin (0:19:18, p=0.97), Lavarro (0:19:50, p=0.90; 'I vote aye for introduction and all' 0:21:48), Ridley (0:21:53, p=1.00). Filled aye from the clerk's count 'introduced unanimously 9-0' (0:24:36) under EDITORIAL §4: Brooks ('aye' p=0.06, 0:13:49), Ephros (no call heard; an answer 'I'm voting aye for introduction on all' at 0:16:00, p=0.54, has no name before it and is not credited by elimination) and Gilmore ('aye' p=0.48, 0:18:23). No mover or seconder heard.

3.2 Ord. 26-034 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 3 (Administration of Government), Article X (Department of Housing, Economic Development and Commerce), Section 3-82.3 (Community Service Block Grant Board), increasing board membership and revising powers.

0:08:03 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.3 Ord. 26-035 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 23 (Court, Municipal), Section 23-7 Judges' salaries; vacation leaves and other benefits.

0:08:33 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.4 Ord. 26-036 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City amending Chapter 73 (Women’s Advisory Board) of the City of Jersey City.

0:08:33 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.5 Ord. 26-037 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 84 – Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis – Article I – Plenary Retail Consumption and Distribution Licenses temporarily enlarging permissible hours of operation during the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

0:08:59 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

0:14:23 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Asked whether replacing the daily fee with a one-time administrative fee would be a material change to the ordinance.
0:14:35 Staff: Said reducing the fee would not be a substantial change, while a significant increase could be.

3.6 Ord. 26-038 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Jersey City Municipal Council supplementing Chapter 90 (Animals) Article III (Dogs and Other Animals), establishing a ban on breeding and sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits.

0:08:59 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.7 Ord. 26-039 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City amending Chapter A350 (Rules of Order) of the Jersey City Code to establish the twelfth day prior to caucus meetings as the deadline for distribution of the Municipal Council meeting agenda.

0:09:40 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

The clerk said at 1:07:17 that this ordinance superseded Ord. 26-031 (item 4.3), which the council then defeated.

3.8 Ord. 26-040 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the City of Jersey City, in the County of Hudson, New Jersey approving the contribution of a portion of annual service charges paid to the City of Jersey City pursuant to financial agreements entered into by the City of Jersey City into the City's education infrastructure capital account.

0:09:59 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.9 Ord. 26-041 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the making of various Public improvements and acquisition in, by and for the City, appropriating therefor the sum of $9,598,590 and providing that such sum so appropriated shall be raised from the Capital Fund Balance of the City.

0:10:20 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.10 Ord. 26-042 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City Establishing Chapter 346 (Youth Liaison Council ) of the Jersey City Municipal Code creating the Jersey City Youth Liaison Council (“JCYLC”).

0:10:45 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

The clerk read it as 'City Resolution 26-042' (0:10:45); the minutes list it as Ord. 26-042.

3.11 Ord. 26-043 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City, County of Hudson, State of New Jersey, amending and supplementing Chapter 3 (Administration of Government), Article XIV (Department of Law) of the Jersey City Municipal Code to establish the position of Legislative Counsel to the Municipal Council and to clarify the respective roles of the Corporation Counsel and Legislative Counsel.

0:11:02 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

0:16:24 Eleana Little: Said the administration, the council president and other members would continue discussing over the next two weeks how the council could get independent legal advice, and voted aye for introduction.
0:21:43 Denise Ridley: Spoke on the council's earlier resolution to investigate a legislative counsel for the council office and on continuing the discussion between first and second reading.
0:22:47 Staff: Introduced by the clerk as the business administrator; said similar ordinances elsewhere had been challenged in New Jersey courts and that a three-member council working group would work with the Law Department on alternative legislation for June 24 or July 15.

3.12 Ord. 26-044 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance establishing local standards and public transparency requirements for Jersey City’s Municipal Ward redistricting process, including requirements related to compactness, communities of interest, public hearings, alternative map review, and written explanations supporting adopted ward maps.

0:11:30 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

0:14:50 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Said Zuppa had not yet seen a memo to Gilmore's office on the ward redistricting process and would speak with Griffin and Gilmore on it in the next two weeks.

3.13 Ord. 26-045 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance approving a 30 year tax exemption for Garfield Phase 1A Urban Renewal LLC located at Block 21501.01, Lot 1 pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:20-1 et seq. involving a redevelopment project that shall include 43 affordable housing units at or below 50 percent AMI.

0:11:54 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

0:15:20 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Spoke on the city's revenue from payments in lieu of taxes compared with conventional taxes.
0:15:59 Unidentified: Said the speaker's council office would review the tax exemptions in 3.13 and 3.14 with community organizations before second reading.
0:17:21 Eleana Little: Said the council had received a presentation on the project and Little was still receiving answers to follow-up questions.
0:18:21 Mamta Singh: Said the project would house 104 families and invited residents with questions to contact the council.
0:19:46 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said the project proposed 102 affordable units, that the schools would receive 10% under the companion ordinance, and that Lavarro was still requesting information before second reading.

3.14 Ord. 26-046 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance approving a 30 year tax exemption for Garfield Phase 1B Urban Renewal LLC located at Block 21501.02, Lot 1.01 pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:20-1 et seq. involving a redevelopment project that shall include 59 affordable housing units at or below 50 percent AMI.

0:12:24 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

Members spoke on 3.13 and 3.14 together during the roll call; see 3.13.

3.15 Ord. 26-047 ordinance first reading

An Enabling Ordinance Amending Chapter 296 (Streets, Sidewalks and Public Rights-of-way) Article VII (Sidewalk Cafes and Sidewalk Sales) Temporarily Enlarging Permissible Hours of Operation During the 2026 Fifa World Cup

0:12:56 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

3.16 Ord. 26-048 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Brunswick Community Garden Sponsored by Jersey City Community Gardening, Inc., for the Use of Block 9905, Lots 8 & 9, more commonly known as 174-176 Brunswick Street.

0:13:15 to 0:24:36 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:13:40

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks^‡, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:24:36 ("With that being said, items 3.1 through 3.16 are introduced unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 3.1 through 3.16; see 3.1.

motion-order-10.5-10.6 motion

Motion to take up items 10.5 and 10.6 ahead of the agenda (heard as 'a motion to defer to items 10.5 and 10.6')

0:39:47 to 0:41:02 · Approved

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:40:31

Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:41:02 ("Motion carries 9-0 to defer to items 10.5 and 10.6."); not heard clearly on the audio

Roll call from 0:40:31 (Brooks called 0:40:58). Eight answers heard aye; Ephros 'Aye' at p=0.41 (0:41:03), filled aye from the clerk's count 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:41:16) under EDITORIAL §4. Motion by Gilmore (0:40:46), second given to Lavarro (0:40:51). The minutes have no entry for this motion (minutes: no item). The minutes have no line for this procedural motion; published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

Before this motion the council recognized visiting artists of the 2026 Voices International Festival and the Jersey City Theater Center, with remarks by Lavarro, the mayor and guests (0:24:53 to 0:39:47); no action was taken. After the motion the clerk said 'So we'll do them in order. So we'll start with 10.5' (0:41:02).

10.5 Res. 26-319 resolution

A Resolution recognizing Ishaan Gupta, a seventh-grade student at Frank R. Conwell Middle School 4, for his outstanding accomplishments at the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

0:41:02 to 0:51:56 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:45:13

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh^‡, Michael O. Griffin^‡, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.^‡, Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 0:48:25 ("City resolution 26-319 is approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Roll call from 0:45:13. Heard aye: Brooks (0:45:20), Zuppa (0:45:23), Ephros (0:45:27), Little (0:45:31), Gilmore 'I vote aye' (0:45:52, p=0.94), Ridley 'I proudly vote I' (0:48:52, p=1.00). Filled aye from the clerk's count 'approved unanimously 9-0' (0:48:54) under EDITORIAL §4: Singh ('I but I want to give credit to the parents', 'I' p=0.48, 0:45:56), Griffin (called 0:46:35, congratulations, no answer heard) and Lavarro ('I vote I', final 'I' p=0.25, 0:48:32). No mover or seconder heard.

Members read the resolution from 0:41:33. After the vote the mayor spoke (0:49:34) and the honoree thanked the council (0:50:28).

10.6 Res. 26-320 resolution

A Resolution honoring Holy Rosary Church upon the conclusion of its 140th Anniversary Year and recognizing its contributions to Jersey City's Italian-American Heritage.

0:53:55 to 1:00:16 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:56:09

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Roll call from 0:56:09 (Brooks called 0:56:12). Every answer heard: Brooks, Zuppa, Ephros, Little and Gilmore 'Aye'; Singh 'I vote aye' (0:56:39); Griffin 'I vote aye' (0:56:46, p=1.00); Lavarro 'Aye' (0:57:00) and 'I vote aye' (0:57:07); Ridley 'I vote aye' (0:57:12). No mover or seconder heard.

A member read the resolution into the record from 0:54:23. After the vote a representative of the parish council spoke (0:58:16).

4.1 Ord. 26-029 ordinance second reading

An Franchise Ordinance granting permission to 24 Bright Street LLC, its successors and assigns, to construct private improvements within 204 square feet of the Bright Street Public right-of-way, adjacent to Lot 37, Block 14106, on the Official Tax Assessment Map of the City of Jersey City.

1:01:37 to 1:03:18 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:02:45

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Roll call for final consideration and adoption from 1:02:45 (Brooks called 1:02:58). Every answer heard 'Aye' (Ridley at 1:03:20, p=0.51; the others p≥0.99). No mover or seconder heard for adoption.

Public hearing opened at 1:01:44; no member of the public was heard. Motion to close the public hearing by Ridley, second by Gilmore (1:02:13); roll call from 1:02:13: eight heard aye, Griffin called (1:02:40) with no answer heard; the clerk said 'Motion to close the public hearing on City Ordinance 26-029 is approved unanimously 9-0' (1:02:45). The ordinance's PDF records the vote to close the public hearing on Jun 10 2026 as 9-0.

4.2 Ord. 26-030 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance authorizing an easement with the Exchange Place Alliance District Management Corporation regarding a park to be located at 95 Morgan Street.

1:03:18 to 1:07:08 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:05:50

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Roll call for final consideration and adoption from 1:05:50 (Brooks called 1:05:56). Brooks first noted that Griffin had a question, then 'Aye' (1:06:03, p=0.54). Zuppa, Ephros, Little, Gilmore and Singh heard aye. Griffin asked about easements, then, asked for the vote, 'Aye' (1:06:52, p=0.99). Lavarro and Ridley heard aye. No mover or seconder heard for adoption.

1:04:01 Public: Asked whether the easement was temporary or permanent.
1:04:40 Unidentified: Said the easement was permanent.
1:06:17 Michael O. Griffin: Asked whether all easements are permanent and whether the documents state whether an easement is temporary or permanent.

Public hearing from 1:03:18; one member of the public asked a question. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, second by Ridley (1:04:48); roll call from 1:04:48: Griffin asked what was being voted on, then 'aye' (1:05:35, p=0.45); Lavarro called as 'Libaro' (1:05:37), 'Aye'; the others heard aye; the clerk said the motion to close the public hearing 'is approved unanimously 9-0' (1:05:18 segment). The ordinance's PDF records the vote to close the public hearing on Jun 10 2026 as 9-0.

motion-no-hearing-4.3 Ord. 26-031 motion

Motion to defeat City Ordinance 26-031 without holding a public hearing

1:07:17 to 1:08:11 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:08:11

Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Roll call from 1:08:11 (Brooks called 1:08:21). Every answer heard 'Aye' (p≥0.94). Motion by Gilmore (1:08:10), second by Zuppa (1:08:13). The minutes have no entry for this motion (minutes: no item). The minutes record only the ordinance's 'Defeated 0-9' and have no line for this motion; published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

The clerk said the ordinance was supplemented and superseded by first-reading item 3.7 (Ord. 26-039), as discussed at the caucus (1:07:17).

4.3 Ord. 26-031 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City amending Chapter A350 (Rules of Order) of the Jersey City Code to establish the Tuesday prior to caucus meetings as the deadline for distribution of the Municipal Council meeting agenda.

1:07:17 to 1:09:24 · Defeated · document

0-9 0 ayes, 9 nays, roll call at 1:08:52

Nay: Denise Ridley^‡, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 1:09:24 ("City Ordinance 26-031 is defeated 09"); not heard clearly on the audio

The clerk said 'when you defeat an ordinance, the vote is nay' (1:08:40). Roll call from 1:08:52: Brooks, Zuppa, Ephros, Little and Griffin 'Nay'; Gilmore, Singh and Lavarro 'No' (each p≥0.99). Ridley called (1:09:18); 'No' heard at p=0.00 (1:09:20); filled nay from the clerk's count, heard as 'defeated 09' (1:09:28, p=0.75) and read as 0-9, under EDITORIAL §4. No mover or seconder heard. The ordinance's PDF has no final vote recorded.

Defeated without a public hearing (see motion-no-hearing-4.3). The minutes name all nine members nay, listing Brooks and Ephros as 'Council person at large'.

4.4 Ord. 26-032 ordinance second reading

An Enabling Ordinance of the Municipal Council of Jersey City amending Chapter 122-2, “Public Assemblies: Permission Required; Hours and Conditions of Operation” to change the permit hours during the 2026 FIFA World Cup for related events.

1:09:30 to 1:11:55 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:10:55

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

Roll call for final consideration and adoption from 1:10:55 (the clerk began 'For final' at 1:10:54; Brooks called 1:11:00). Every answer heard: Brooks 'I vote aye' (1:11:04); Zuppa 'I vote aye' (1:11:22, 'aye' p=0.59); Ephros 'Aye' (1:11:31, p=0.75); Little, Gilmore, Singh, Griffin, Lavarro and Ridley 'Aye'. No mover or seconder heard for adoption.

Public hearing opened at 1:09:54; no member of the public was heard. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, second by Griffin (1:10:06 to 1:10:13); roll call from 1:10:13, all nine heard aye (Lavarro asked what was being voted on, then 'Aye'); the clerk said 'Motion to close the public hearing carries 9-0' (1:10:46). Item 10.46 (Res. 26-360) waived the 20-day waiting period for this ordinance.

5 public comment

Public request for hearing

1:11:55 to 3:26:09 · Heard

Public request for hearing (minutes items 5.1 to 5.74). The clerk called speakers by number and first name from 1:12:21. Speakers are not listed here; the minutes name them. The clerk's spoken numbers diverge from the minutes' numbering in the later part of the list (the clerk called numbers up to 5.78 at 3:22:50; the minutes list 74 entries). The council president extended elected-official courtesy to a county commissioner (2:04:08). Members and staff responded to several speakers (1:16:10, 1:35:27 to 1:36:34, 1:59:48 to 2:04:03, 2:10:32 to 2:13:00, 2:16:05 to 2:18:52, 2:22:24, 2:36:01 to 2:37:38, 2:49:43, 2:56:19, 3:01:01 to 3:02:07, 3:09:04, 3:19:02 to 3:21:05). The clerk said 'that will conclude our public speaking portion of the meeting' (3:26:09).

6 other

Petitions and communications (items 6.1 to 6.51)

3:26:09 to 3:26:09 · No action

The clerk asked for questions or comments on items 6.1 through 6.51 (3:26:09); none were heard. The clerk said there were no officer communications. The items are not listed individually.

8 other

Reports of directors (items 8.1 to 8.10)

3:26:09 to 3:26:09 · No action

The clerk asked for questions or comments on reports of directors 8.1 through 8.10 (3:26:09); none were heard. The items are not listed individually. Agenda item 11.1 (Ord. 26-016), which the minutes list under 'Deferred or tabled agenda as of June 10, 2026' as Tabled, was not read on the video and is not recorded as an item.

9.1 claims

Meeting Claims List

3:26:09 to 3:26:44 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:26:09

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros^‡, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:26:44 ("Claims are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Roll call from 3:26:09 (Brooks called 3:26:40). Heard aye: Brooks (3:26:40, p=0.54), Zuppa (3:26:43, p=0.97), Little, Singh, Griffin, Lavarro, Ridley. Ephros 'Aye' at p=0.25 (3:26:45) and Gilmore (called 3:26:49, no answer heard) filled aye from the clerk's count 'Claims are approved unanimously 9-0' (3:27:03) under EDITORIAL §4. No mover or seconder heard. The minutes list the claims with no action or tally, and no PDF vote table was fetched, so the vote is held. The minutes list the claims with no action or tally and there is no PDF for claims; published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

10.12 Res. 26-326 resolution

A Resolution awarding a contract with Automotus, Inc. in accordance with Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract #120423-autom for a curbside utilization analysis and a pilot smart loading zone and automated curbside enforcement program.

3:26:44 to 3:27:20 · Withdrawn · document

The clerk confirmed with the business administrator's office that 10.12 was withdrawn ('Yes, that is correct', 3:27:20). Earlier (0:05:26) staff said the resolution for the camera-assisted parking enforcement program was being pulled and replaced by a request for proposals (10.47). The minutes record 10.12 as Withdrawn.

10.1 Res. 26-315 resolution

A Resolution authorizing Emergency Temporary Appropriation.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:29:54 ("Item 10.1 is approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 10.7 through 10.11, 10.13 and 10.14 (10.5 and 10.6 voted earlier; 10.12 withdrawn). Roll call from 3:27:20 (Brooks called 3:27:45). Heard: Brooks 'proud to vote aye on all' (3:28:09, p=0.69); Ephros 'I'll be voting aye on all' (3:28:17, p=0.98); Little 'Aye on all' (3:28:59); Singh 'Aye on all' (3:29:04); Griffin 'Aye' (3:29:15); Lavarro aye on all but 10.2 (3:29:40, p=0.86; confirmed 'Yes' to the clerk at 3:29:54); Ridley 'Aye' (3:30:04). Zuppa (called 3:28:13) and Gilmore (called 3:29:01) gave no answer heard; both filled aye from the clerk's counts (3:29:54 to 3:30:24) under EDITORIAL §4. No mover or seconder heard.

3:27:46 Joel A. Brooks: Thanked Ephros and Singh for the resolution supporting the resident physicians' union contract (10.4).

10.2 Res. 26-316 resolution

A Resolution adopting the Calendar Year 2026 Cash Management Plan for the City of Jersey City.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

8-0-1 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
Abstain: Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Item 10.2 is approved 8-0-1 with Councilperson Lavarro abstaining."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1. Lavarro said 'I'm recusing myself from that vote' on 10.2 (3:29:33) and, asked by the clerk, 'I'm standing on 10.2' (3:29:49); the clerk announced '8-0-1 with Councilperson Lavarro abstaining' (3:30:14); Lavarro later said 'I recuse myself at the caucus ... and I abstained on this vote' (3:33:37). Recorded abstain, as the minutes and the PDF table (N.V., marked Abstain) record it. Zuppa and Gilmore gave no answer heard; both filled aye from the clerk's count 8-0-1 under EDITORIAL §4.

3:28:08 Jake Ephros: Noted that Citizens Bank is part of the cash management plan and referred to late item 10.48.
3:29:21 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said one of Lavarro's United Way of Hudson County board members is an executive at Provident Bank, a designated depository in the plan, and that Lavarro would not vote on 10.2.

10.3 Res. 26-317 resolution

A Resolution approving a list of qualified firms to perform bond counsel services for the City of Jersey City pursuant to a request for qualifications.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.4 Res. 26-318 resolution

A Resolution urging Jersey City Medical Center to seek a commitment to fair wages and benefits for residents physicians and fellows.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.7 Res. 26-321 resolution

Resolution of the City Council of Jersey City Honoring Rosalinda "Linda" Mayo as an Outstanding Community Leader at the Annual Aapi Heritage Celebration

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.8 Res. 26-322 resolution

A Resolution of the City of Jersey City honoring Imtiaz A. Syed During the City's Inaugural AAPI Heritage Month Celebration.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.9 Res. 26-323 resolution

A Resolution of the City of Jersey City honoring Raju Patel During the City's Inaugural AAPI Heritage Month Celebration.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.10 Res. 26-324 resolution

A Resolution of the City Council of Jersey City honoring Dr. Bishnu Maya Pariyar as an Outstanding Community Leader at the Annual AAPI Heritage Celebration.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.11 Res. 26-325 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a shared services agreement pursuant to the Uniformed Shared Services Consolidation Act, N.J.S.A. 40a:65-1 et seq. with the Jersey City Municipal Utilities Authority.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:14 ("Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.13 Res. 26-327 resolution

A Resolution (1) Introducing and approving the 2026-2027 Budget of the Journal Square Special Improvement District; (2) Directing the City Clerk to publicly advertise the budget and schedule a public hearing; and (3) Directing the Tax Assessor to prepare an Assessment Roll of properties within the District based upon the Budget.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:24 ("And items 10.13 and 14 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.14 Res. 26-328 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc t/a civil solutions to perform digital tax map maintenance.

3:27:20 to 3:30:24 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:27:20

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:30:24 ("And items 10.13 and 14 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.1.

10.15 Res. 26-329 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an award of a contract to Software House International for the Autodesk software subscription through the New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NJCPA), Bergen County Coop for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.15 through 10.24. Roll call from 3:30:34 (Brooks called 3:30:38). Heard: Brooks 'I vote aye on all' (3:30:40, p=0.87); Zuppa 'eye on all as well' (3:31:24, p=0.68); Ephros 'I'll be voting aye on all these here' (3:32:40, p=0.59; Ephros's remarks end 'and I don't know', 3:32:46); Griffin 'I'm going to vote aye on all' (3:33:27, p=0.89); Lavarro 'I vote aye on all' (3:34:53, p=0.97); Ridley 'Aye' (3:34:56, p=0.88). Not settled: Little called (3:32:48), heard 'I don't know' in the full pass ('I' p=0.43) and in the re-transcription of 12745-12800 ('I' p=0.66); Gilmore called (3:32:53) with no answer heard in either pass; Singh called (3:32:55), heard 'I know' in the full pass ('I' p=0.94, 'know' p=0.28) and 'I and all' in the re-transcription ('I' p=0.51). The two passes differ on Singh's words, so the clerk's count 9-0 (3:34:54) is not applied; held for Adam. The minutes (9-0) and the PDF vote table (9-0, all AYE) both read all three as aye. No mover or seconder heard. Councilpersons Little and Singh answered 'Aye on all' on Adam Hanford's listening of 2026-10-20; Councilperson Gilmore's aye comes from the minutes and the resolution's vote table, which agree.

3:31:41 Jake Ephros: Said the contracts in 10.15 through 10.17 or 10.18 were backdated and asked the administration to prevent backdated contracts.

10.16 Res. 26-330 resolution

A Resolution ratifying a contract to DELL for the annual support of Spatial Data Logic (SDL) Software License under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.15 through 10.24; see 10.15. Councilpersons Little and Singh answered 'Aye on all' on Adam Hanford's listening of 2026-10-20; Councilperson Gilmore's aye comes from the minutes and the resolution's vote table, which agree.

3:33:37 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said Lavarro had generally voted no on contracts that come late to the council, named 10.16 and 10.19 with January 2026 start dates, and said Lavarro would vote aye citing the administration's work on these practices.

10.17 Res. 26-331 resolution

A Resolution ratifying the award of a contract to Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless for wireless data services for city-wide mobile phones, data plans, and wireless connectivity required for city operations under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology (“IT”).

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

10.18 Res. 26-332 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an award of a contract to Dell for the purchase of two (2) FortiGate 200G hardware appliances with five (5) year Forticare premium and Fortiguard Unified Threat Protection subscription as well as the FortiAnalyzer-VM Subscription license under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

10.19 Res. 26-333 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an agreement with Microsystems-NJ.com, LLC for the support of Proprietary Computer Hardware and Software Systems funded by the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

3:35:05 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: After the vote, asked the administration to examine whether support services for proprietary software give the city value for its money.

10.20 Res. 26-334 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the cancellation of Grant Receivable Balance and/or Grant Reserve Appropriation Balances. (Fire & Emergency Services)

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

10.21 Res. 26-335 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the cancellation of Grant Receivable Balances and/or Grant Reserve Appropriation Balance. (Police)

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

10.22 Res. 26-336 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an award of a contract to Harley Davidson of Bergen, Inc. for the purchase of ten (10) new 2026 Harley-Davisdson FLTRXP Road Glide Police Motorcycles through the New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NJCPA), Bergen County Coop for the Department of Public Safety, Communications Center.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

3:30:34 Joel A. Brooks: Spoke on the police motorcycles as part of traffic enforcement and urged public safety to educate and warn before issuing summonses except in the most dangerous situations.
3:31:03 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Said the motorcycles were being bought with forfeiture money and no additional city money.

10.23 Res. 26-337 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the execution of a release, waiver, discharge and Covenant Not to Sue agreement with the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority and the North Arlington Police Department to allow Jersey City Police Officers use of the Firearms Range at the 1E Landfill in Kearny for training purposes.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

10.24 Res. 26-338 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a shared services agreement pursuant to the Uniformed Shared Services Consolidation Act, N.J.S.A. 40a:65-1 et seq. with the City of Newark regarding the use of Newark's ballistics laboratory for Jersey City police investigations.

3:30:24 to 3:35:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:30:34

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^†, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

3:32:53 Michael O. Griffin: Thanked Newark and its mayor for the use of Newark's ballistics laboratory in gun-violence investigations.

10.25 Res. 26-339 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of a grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Under Recreational Opportunities for individuals with Disabilities (ROID) Program for the City of Jersey City Inclusive After-School Recreation Program.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:36:49 ("Items 10.25 through 10.28 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.25 through 10.28 and 10.32 through 10.35 (10.29 to 10.31 taken separately because Little was to recuse). Roll call from 3:36:19 (Brooks called 3:36:31). Heard aye: Brooks 'Aye on all', Zuppa, Ephros, Little, Singh (3:36:46, p=0.61), Griffin, Lavarro, Ridley. Gilmore called (3:36:42) with no answer heard; filled aye from the clerk's count 9-0 (3:36:49 and 3:37:00) under EDITORIAL §4. No mover or seconder heard.

10.26 Res. 26-340 resolution

A Resolution exercising the second and final one‑year renewal option with John J. Faccas, Inc. t/a Quality Electrical Construction Company for Sports Lighting and Scoreboard Maintenance at Various Ballfields for the Department of Recreation and Youth Development, Division of Park Maintenance.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:36:49 ("Items 10.25 through 10.28 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.27 Res. 26-341 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open-end contract to Willie’s Fence Company, Co., for the chain link fencing City-wide supply, delivery & installation for the Department of Recreation & Youth Development, Division of Park Maintenance.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:36:49 ("Items 10.25 through 10.28 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.28 Res. 26-342 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application for the WIC Maternal Health Center grant request for applications.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:36:49 ("Items 10.25 through 10.28 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.32 Res. 26-346 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the cancellation of Grant Receivable Balances and/or Grant Reserve Appropriation Balance. (Health & Human Sercives)

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:00 ("Items 10.32 through 10.35 are approved 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.33 Res. 26-347 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept a grant from the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Local Public Health, for the Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant Program 2027.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:00 ("Items 10.32 through 10.35 are approved 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.34 Res. 26-348 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept a Grant from the New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials for the Sustaining Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:00 ("Items 10.32 through 10.35 are approved 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.35 Res. 26-349 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept a grant from the New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials for the Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant.

3:35:49 to 3:37:00 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:36:19

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:00 ("Items 10.32 through 10.35 are approved 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call; see 10.25.

10.29 Res. 26-343 resolution

A Resolution amending Resolution 23-779 authorizing the execution of a contract with Wilbur Technical Services, LLC to revise the contract term and yearly payment amounts associated with EPA grant funding

3:37:21 to 3:38:41 · Approved · document

8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:37:28

Aye: Denise Ridley, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
Recused: Eleana Little
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:50 ("Items 10.29 through 10.31 are approved 8-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.29, 10.30 and 10.31. The clerk said Little would recuse from 10.29, 10.30 and 10.31 (3:36:10) and told Little 'you may recuse yourself' (3:37:00); Little was not called. Roll call from 3:37:28: Brooks 'I vote aye' and spoke of Little's recusal (3:37:30); Zuppa (3:37:42), Ephros (3:37:45), Singh 'Aye for all' (3:37:50, p=0.62), Griffin, Lavarro and Ridley heard aye. Gilmore called (3:37:47) with no answer heard; filled aye from the clerk's count 8-0 (3:37:50) under EDITORIAL §4. No mover or seconder heard. No reason for the recusal was stated. The minutes and the PDF vote table record Little absent, not recused. Councilperson Little recused on the video (the clerk: 'Councilperson Little, you may recuse yourself', 3:37:00); the minutes and the resolution's vote table record Little absent. Published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

After the vote the clerk repeated '10.29, 10.30, 8-0, 10.31, 8-0' (3:38:25) and asked that Little be told to return.

10.30 Res. 26-344 resolution

A Resolution amending Resolution 23-780 authorizing the execution of a grant agreement with Greater Neighborhood Alliance to revise the contract term and yearly payment amounts associated with EPA grant funding.

3:37:21 to 3:38:41 · Approved · document

8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:37:28

Aye: Denise Ridley, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
Recused: Eleana Little
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:50 ("Items 10.29 through 10.31 are approved 8-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.29, 10.30 and 10.31; see 10.29. Councilperson Little recused on the video (the clerk: 'Councilperson Little, you may recuse yourself', 3:37:00); the minutes and the resolution's vote table record Little absent. Published as heard on Adam Hanford's review of 2026-10-20.

10.31 Res. 26-345 resolution

A Resolution amending Resolution 23-814 authorizing the execution of a grant agreement with Sustainable Jersey City to revise the contract term and yearly payment amounts associated with EPA grant funding.

3:37:21 to 3:38:41 · Approved · document

8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:37:28

Aye: Denise Ridley, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
Recused: Eleana Little
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:37:50 ("Items 10.29 through 10.31 are approved 8-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

10.36 Res. 26-350 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept a grant from the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Local Public Health, for the FY27 Outbreak Preparedness & Response Grant Program.

3:38:43 to 3:38:52 · Withdrawn · document

The clerk confirmed with the business administrator that 10.36 was withdrawn (first said '10.30', then '10.36'; 'That is correct', 3:38:52). The minutes record 10.36 as Withdrawn.

10.37 Res. 26-351 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept grant funding from the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation under the Love Your Block Program..

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48 (10.36 withdrawn); members spoke before answering. Roll call from 3:39:22. Heard: Brooks 'I vote aye on all' (3:41:29, p=0.86); Ephros 'vote aye on all' (3:45:10, p=0.63); Little 'I'm going to vote aye on all' (3:45:16, p=1.00); Singh 'Aye for all' (3:47:29, p=0.83); Griffin 'I vote aye on all' (3:48:35, p=0.92); Lavarro 'I vote aye on all' (3:49:28, p=0.51); Ridley 'I vote aye for all' (3:49:34, p=0.79). Filled aye from the clerk's count 'approved unanimously 9-0' (3:49:32 segment) under EDITORIAL §4: Zuppa (called 3:41:33; 'I vote aye on the rest of them', 'aye' p=0.34, 3:43:25; then 'So, I miss what you're, aye on all' and 'Aye on all, okay.' (3:43:27 to 3:43:31), where the transcript does not separate the clerk's words from Zuppa's) and Gilmore (called 3:47:26, no answer heard). No mover or seconder heard.

10.38 Res. 26-352 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply for and accept funds form the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF) Stewardship Grant Program for the Young Tree Program.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.39 Res. 26-353 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an emergency contract award to Herc Rental Inc. for the emergency rental of air conditioning units at the Municipal Court for the Department of Public Works,

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.40 Res. 26-354 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open-ended contract to Samuels, Inc. T/A Buy Wise Auto Parts for automotive parts and Accessories for light duty city-owned fleet of vehicles under State Contract for the Department of Public Works, Division of Automotive.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.41 Res. 26-355 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an award of an open-ended contract to Foley Power Systems for the forklift repairs as needed through the Sourcewell Purchasing Cooperative (formerly known as the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) for the Department of Public Works, Division of Automotive.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.42 Res. 26-356 resolution

A Resolution ratifying and awarding of a contract to Rarestep Inc. dba Fleetio for the purchase of fleet management maintenance software for the Department of Public Works Division of Automotive Maintenance pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(DD).

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.43 Res. 26-357 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by Murphy Orlando, LLC for providing professional legal services.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.44 Res. 26-358 resolution

A Resolution ratifying the award of a professional service agreement with the law firm of Dilworth Paxson LLP to provide bond counsel for the City.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

3:41:34 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Asked the Law Department whether the law firm also actively provides services to the JCRA.
3:41:46 Staff: Said the firm works for both the city and the JCRA and that the Law Department has measures in place to prevent conflicts of interest.
3:42:11 Staff: Said the firm serves mainly as redevelopment counsel to the JCRA, has committed to audit each new JCRA assignment for conflicts, and would decline a JCRA matter that conflicts with its representation of the city.

10.45 Res. 26-359 resolution

a Resolution Appointing Christopher Solorzano as a Member of the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

10.46 Res. 26-360 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the waiver of the Twenty (20) Day waiting period pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:69A-181(B) for Ordinance 26-032 An Enabling Ordinance of the Municipal Council of Jersey City amending Chapter 122-2, “Public Assemblies: permission required; hours and conditions of operation” to change the permit hours during the 2026 FIFA World Cup For Related Events.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

3:39:22 Staff: Reminded the council that 10.46, an emergency resolution waiving the 20-day enactment period for Ord. 26-032, needs a two-thirds vote, which equals six votes.

Added to the agenda at the start of the meeting (motion-add-10.46-10.48).

10.47 Res. 26-361 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an RFP using competitive contracting to solicit automated parking enforcement technology and services as a concession.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

3:45:15 Eleana Little: Asked that the request for proposals require that no personally identifiable information be retained, and spoke on the technology's use in Hoboken's Washington Street bike lane.

Added to the agenda at the start of the meeting (motion-add-10.46-10.48).

10.48 Res. 26-362 resolution

A Resolution of The Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City Calling for Divestment from Citizens Bank.

3:39:04 to 3:49:32 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 3:39:22

Aye: Denise Ridley, Eleana Little, Frank E. Gilmore^‡, Jake Ephros, Joel A. Brooks, Mamta Singh, Michael O. Griffin, Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr., Thomas Zuppa, Jr.^‡
‡ answer from the count announced at 3:49:32 ("Items 10.37 through 10.48 are approved unanimously 9-0."); not heard clearly on the audio

Consent roll call with items 10.37 through 10.48; see 10.37.

3:39:53 Joel A. Brooks: Thanked the administration and the clerk's office for adding the late item and spoke on Citizens Bank's financing of the operators of the Elizabeth Detention Center and Delaney Hall.
3:43:36 Jake Ephros: Thanked the administration and city departments for divesting from Citizens Bank starting that day.
3:47:20 Michael O. Griffin: Spoke on conditions reported at Delaney Hall and on the city's sanctuary-city status in support of divestment.
3:48:22 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said the city should not support institutions that finance immigration detention.
3:50:23 Staff: Read a statement from the mayor on 10.48 saying the city had begun pulling city funds from Citizens Bank.

Added to the agenda at the start of the meeting (motion-add-10.46-10.48). The statement read after the vote (3:50:23) was introduced by the clerk with 'Oh, Peter, my bad'; first name only, so recorded as staff.

motion-adjourn motion

Motion to adjourn

3:49:32 to 3:51:04 · Approved

Voice vote, no roll call at 3:51:04

Moved by Michael O. Griffin, seconded by Mamta Singh

No member's answer is recorded for a voice vote.

Voice vote, no roll call (3:51:04). The clerk first gave a motion to adjourn at 9:55, then 9:56 p.m., to Griffin, seconded by Singh (3:49:32 to 3:50:05), then paused for the statement on 10.48 (3:50:23). The clerk restated 'Motion to adjourn at 9.57 p.m. is going to Councilperson Griffin, seconded by Councilperson Singh' and said 'We are out of here at 9.57 p.m.' (3:51:04).

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