Jersey City Minutes

Meeting record

Municipal Council, July 15, 2026

Body
Municipal Council
Date
July 15, 2026 (regular meeting)
Video
city recording, 6h 52m
Called to order
0:00:00 (6:18 p.m.)
Adjourned
6:52:08 (1:43 a.m.)
Agenda
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Minutes
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Votes
76 confirmed

Attendance

Items

3.1 Ord. 26-057 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance of the Jersey City Municipal Code amending the Jersey City Land Development Ordinance to remove cyber hotel/data center from the Industrial District.

0:04:30 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.2 Ord. 26-058 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Greater Neighborhood Alliance (GNA) Community Garden Sponsored by the Greater Neighborhood Alliance for the Use of Block 30003, Lot 45, more commonly known as 81 Garfield Avenue.

0:04:47 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.3 Ord. 26-059 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Ogden’s End Community Garden Sponsored by the Riverview Neighborhood Association for the use of Block 5202, Lot 28, more commonly known as 105 Ogden Avenue.

0:05:24 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.4 Ord. 26-060 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the McAdoo Community Garden Sponsored by the 167 McAdoo Avenue Condominium Association for the use of Block 26301, Lot 28, more commonly known as 142 McAdoo Avenue.

0:05:41 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.5 Ord. 26-061 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Dwight Street Community Garden sponsored by the Dwight Street Block Association for the use of block 25604, Lot 8, more commonly known as 185 Dwight Street.

0:06:04 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.6 Ord. 26-062 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Riverview Community Garden, sponsored by the Riverview Community Garden (Assoc.) for the use of Block 3002, Lot 2, more commonly known as 285 Ogden Avenue for a Community Garden.

0:06:18 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.7 Ord. 26-063 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance authorizing the City of Jersey City to renew the lease for the Mandela Community Garden Sponsored by the Greenville Neighborhood Alliance for the use of Block 19503, Lot 36, more commonly known as 447 Martin Luther King Drive.

0:06:43 to 0:08:25 · Introduced · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:04
consent roll call with items 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7 (introduction). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 3.1 through 3.7 are introduced unanimously 9-0' at 0:08:25.
3.8 Ord. 26-064 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 160 (Fees and Charges), amending the fee schedule for City-owned and operated parks to allow for the rental of athletic fields, public spaces, the operation of Adult Athletic Leagues, and various other fees.

0:07:05 to 0:08:25 · Withdrawn · document
Withdrawn before the introduction vote: a member of the administration the clerk called 'Peter' said at 0:07:33 that council members wanted to look at other fees and the fee ordinance would be reintroduced with their recommendations at the next meeting. The clerk took the vote on 3.1 to 3.7 'with 3.8 being withdrawn' (0:08:04) and said 'Item 3.8 has been withdrawn' at 0:08:25.
motion-order-10.5 Res. 26-428 motion

Motion to take up item 10.5, Resolution 26-428, out of order

0:08:25 to 0:10:16 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:09:32
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Jake Ephros
Motion to take up Resolution 26-428 out of order; the clerk called it item 10.4, its agenda number, and the written minutes number it 10.5. Every answer is clear on the audio; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:10:16). The written minutes do not record this motion. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
The minutes do not record this motion.
10.5 Res. 26-428 resolution

A Resolution honoring the Life and Legacy of Thyson Thyquel Halley.

0:10:25 to 0:21:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:16:01
Brooks's 'Aye' (0:16:02) is low-confidence (p=0.44); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Gilmore's first word 'Hi' (0:16:14) is low-confidence (p=0.01); Gilmore's answer ends in remarks transcribed 'I wrote I'. Singh answered 'I wrote I' (0:16:32), Lavarro 'I vote aye' (0:16:51), Ridley 'I proudly vote aye' (0:16:51). Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-428 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 0:17:59.
Agenda number 10.4 (as called by the clerk and printed on the resolution); minutes number 10.5. Read into the record by a council member not named on the transcript, from 0:10:30, with an interpreter for members of the audience. A family member spoke after the vote (0:18:27 to 0:21:32). The clerk's later consent range 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (6:16:09) also spans its agenda number; this record gives the 0:16:01 roll call.
4.1 Ord. 26-040 ordinance second 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.

0:21:56 to 0:23:30 · Carried · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:22:52
Moved by Jake Ephros, seconded by Frank E. Gilmore
Motion to carry City Ordinance 26-040 to the September 23 meeting. Councilperson Gilmore, who seconded the motion, gave an answer (0:23:23) that is not audible. The clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:23:30), and the aye is recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The written minutes record the item as carried with no tally.
Carried to the September 23, 2026 council meeting without a public hearing. The clerk said at 0:22:21 that it had been carried from the June 24 meeting and that the motion to carry had been discussed at the caucus.
4.2 Ord. 26-043 ordinance second 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.

0:23:39 to 0:26:07 · Defeated · document
0-9 0 ayes, 9 nays, roll call at 0:25:37
Vote on the ordinance after the motion to defeat it without a public hearing; the clerk told members 'your vote should be nay or no' (0:25:07). Councilperson Gilmore's answer (0:25:55) is not audible. The clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-043 is defeated 0-9 with all council members voting against' (0:26:07), and the written minutes record 0-9 with all nine voting nay; the nay is recorded on that count, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
No public hearing was held; see motion-no-hearing-4.2. The clerk said at 0:24:13 that it had been carried from the June 24 meeting and that the motion had been discussed at the caucus.
motion-no-hearing-4.2 Ord. 26-043 motion

Motion to defeat City Ordinance 26-043 without conducting a public hearing

0:24:13 to 0:25:07 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:24:51
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Jake Ephros
Motion to defeat City Ordinance 26-043 without conducting a public hearing. Councilperson Lavarro's aye was confirmed by listening on 2026-10-18. Councilperson Gilmore's answer (0:25:00) is not audible; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:25:07), and the aye is recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The written minutes do not record this motion.
The minutes do not record this motion separately from 4.2.
4.3 Ord. 26-045 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance of the City of Jersey City, County of Hudson, New Jersey granting a tax exemption with respect to certain property identified as block 21501.01, lot 1 (850-870 Garfield Avenue) and authorizing the execution of a financial agreement with Garfield Phase 1A Urban Renewal LLC.

0:26:16 to 0:27:40 · Carried · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:27:08
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore
Motion to carry City Ordinance 26-045 to the September 23 meeting. Councilperson Ephros's and Councilperson Brooks's ayes were confirmed by listening on 2026-10-18. Councilperson Gilmore's answer (0:27:28) is not audible; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:27:40), and the aye is recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The seconder is not clear on the audio. The written minutes record the item as carried with no tally.
Carried to the September 23, 2026 council meeting without a public hearing; carried from the June 24 meeting (0:26:49).
4.4 Ord. 26-046 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance of the City of Jersey City, County of Hudson, New Jersey granting a tax exemption with respect to certain property identified as block 21501.02, lot 1.01 (874-902 Garfield Avenue) and authorizing the execution of a financial agreement with Garfield Phase 1B Urban Renewal LLC.

0:27:45 to 0:29:11 · Carried · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:28:37
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Michael O. Griffin
Motion to carry City Ordinance 26-046 to the September 23 meeting. Council President Ridley's aye was confirmed by listening on 2026-10-18. Councilperson Gilmore's answer is not audible; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:29:11), and the aye is recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The written minutes record the item as carried with no tally.
Carried to the September 23, 2026 council meeting without a public hearing; carried from the June 24 meeting (0:28:22).
4.5 Ord. 26-049 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance adopting amendments to the Jackson Hill Redevelopment Plan regarding the expansion of the Transit Proximity Bonus.

0:29:21 to 0:30:47 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:30:15
Final consideration and adoption. Griffin's 'Aye' (0:30:48) is low-confidence (p=0.11); taken from the minutes and the ordinance's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-049 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:30:47.
Public hearing opened at 0:29:35; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 0:29:41, every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0 at 0:30:15.
4.6 Ord. 26-050 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 31 (Environmental Commission) and Establishing Article II (Environmental Justice Task Force) to enable the Municipality to take further actions toward environmental justice.

0:30:47 to 0:46:20 · Tabled · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:42:48
Moved by Eleana Little, seconded by Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.
Motion to table City Ordinance 26-050 after the close of the public hearing. The answers of Councilperson Zuppa (0:43:27), Councilperson Little (0:44:07), Councilperson Gilmore (0:44:11) and Council President Ridley (0:46:10) are faint on the automatic transcript; all were confirmed as aye by listening on 2026-10-18. The clerk announced the motion 'approved unanimously nine zero' (0:46:20). The written minutes record the tabling with no tally. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
Public hearing from 0:31:22 to 0:40:48; four members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 0:40:49 (Brooks asked whether a colleague wished to move to carry, then voted aye; Griffin's answer is not heard); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:41:34. Little then moved to carry (0:41:46); the clerk said a second-reading ordinance whose hearing is closed is tabled or voted on, not carried, and Little moved to table.
4.7 Ord. 26-051 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance of the Municipal Council of Jersey City amending Chapter 160 - Fees and Charges with any Associated Chapters for Fees

0:46:30 to 0:48:11 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:47:39
Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City ordinance 26-051 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:48:11.
Public hearing opened at 0:46:36; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Zuppa; roll call at 0:47:11 (Griffin's answer is not heard); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:47:39.
4.8 Ord. 26-052 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 122, Section 4, regarding the required Bonds for Special Event Permits.

0:48:11 to 0:51:38 · Tabled · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:51:06
Moved by Mamta Singh, seconded by Frank E. Gilmore
Motion to table City Ordinance 26-052 before a public hearing. Every answer is clear on the audio; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:51:38). The written minutes record the tabling with no tally, and the ordinance's own vote record has no entry for it. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
Tabled before a public hearing was opened. At 0:48:22 a member asked to withdraw the ordinance; the clerk said second-reading ordinances are not withdrawn and that it could be tabled prior to a public hearing (0:48:32). The clerk said at 0:51:01 that the amendments were expected to be substantial and that tabling before the hearing 'basically kills the ordinance'.
4.9 Ord. 26-053 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 160, Section I, regarding reduced License Fees for Non-profit Organizations.

0:52:06 to 0:58:09 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:57:29
Final consideration and adoption. The clerk called Gilmore and moved on ('Councilperson Gilmore. Excuse me, Councilperson Singh.', 0:57:49); Gilmore's answer is not heard and is taken from the minutes and the ordinance's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-053 is adopted unanimously, 9-0' at 0:58:09.
Public hearing from 0:52:06 to 0:56:17; one member of the public asked who wrote the ordinance and what it does (0:53:02). Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 0:56:17. At 0:56:55 the clerk said Griffin was not present and that someone had answered aye for Griffin, and called Griffin again (0:57:03); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:57:29.
4.10 Ord. 26-054 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance repealing Chapter 304 (Taxation), Article X (Medical Cannabis Transfer Tax) in its entirety.

0:58:21 to 1:00:17 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:59:24
Final consideration and adoption. The full transcription pass has no words from 0:59:24 to 0:59:48; a re-transcription of 0:59:10 to 1:01:20 without voice-activity filtering hears every answer: Brooks to Griffin 'Aye' (0:59:33 to 0:59:46, p 0.96 to 1.0), Lavarro 'I vote aye' after a statement (1:00:10), Ridley 'Aye' (1:00:15). Clerk announced 'City ordinance 26-054 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 1:00:16.
Public hearing opened at 0:58:28; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Lavarro; roll call at 0:58:56 (Ephros's answer is not heard); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:59:19.
4.11 Ord. 26-055 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance supplementing Chapter 332 (Vehicles and Traffic) Article II (Traffic Regulations) Amending Section 332-9 (Stop Intersections) to Designate Various Intersections into Multi-Way Stop Intersections.

1:00:22 to 1:07:40 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:03:16
Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard; several members spoke before answering. Clerk announced 'City ordinance 26-055 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 1:07:19.
Public hearing from 1:00:43 to 1:02:36; one member of the public asked about state approval of stop signs (1:01:00); the clerk said the ordinance is sent to the state after adoption (1:01:24) and a member said engineering studies had been done (1:01:46). Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Griffin; roll call at 1:02:44, every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0. Further explanation of vote: Griffin 1:06:38. A member spoke on crossing guard safety after the vote (1:07:19).
4.12 Ord. 26-056 ordinance second reading

An Ordinance Supplementing Chapter 332 (Vehicles and Traffic) Article IX (Parking for the Disabled) of the Jersey City Code designating a reserved parking space at various locations throughout the City.

1:08:16 to 1:15:28 · Adopted · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:13:12
Final consideration and adoption as amended. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-056, as amended, is adopted unanimously, 9-0' at 1:15:28.
Public hearing from 1:08:16 to 1:10:57; two members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 1:11:10, every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0 at 1:11:35. Amended before adoption; see motion-amend-4.12.
motion-amend-4.12 Ord. 26-056 motion

Motion to amend City Ordinance 26-056 (correction of an address on Terrace Avenue)

1:11:42 to 1:13:12 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:12:48
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Michael O. Griffin
Motion to amend City Ordinance 26-056 to correct an address on Terrace Avenue. Every answer is clear on the audio; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (1:13:12). The written minutes do not record this motion; the ordinance's own record of the amendment vote (p. 3) gives 9-0 with every member voting aye. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
The clerk said at 1:11:50 that the address of the last listed individual was incorrect and was to be corrected to 227-225.5 Terrace Avenue, as discussed at the caucus. The minutes do not record this motion.
hearing-sid hearing

Public Hearing on the 2026 - 2027 Central Avenue Management Corp., Special Improvement District Assessment Roll and Budget.

1:15:36 to 1:16:59 · Approved
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 1:16:26
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.
Motion to close the public hearing. Every answer heard. The clerk gave the second to Lavarro (1:16:14). Clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0 to close the public hearing' at 1:16:26.
Public hearing on the 2026-2027 Central Avenue Special Improvement District assessment roll and budget; no member of the public spoke. The minutes record the hearing line as 'Approved-9-0' with the motion to close by Gilmore, seconded by Lavarro. The related resolutions are items 10.16 and 10.17.
5 public comment

Public request for hearing

1:16:59 to 4:56:26 · Heard
Public request for hearing (minutes items 5.1 to 5.113; the clerk said 114 speakers were listed, 1:16:59). Speakers are not listed here; the minutes name them. Speaker 5.57 was called out of order at the Council President's request (1:49:42). The clerk said 'that will conclude our public speaking portion' at 4:56:26.
motion-add-10.4 Res. 26-474 motion

Motion to add item 10.4, Resolution 26-474 (closed session), to the agenda

4:56:26 to 4:58:22 · Added · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:57:36
Moved by Denise Ridley, seconded by Joel A. Brooks
Motion to add Resolution 26-474 (closed session) to the agenda; the clerk called it item 10.50, the agenda number printed on the resolution. Every answer is heard; Councilperson Brooks's aye (4:57:47) was confirmed by listening on 2026-10-18. The clerk announced 'motion carries 9-0' (4:58:13). The written minutes do not record this motion. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
Ridley said at 4:56:26 there was a need for an executive session on new details about the MOU. The minutes do not record this motion; they list Resolution 26-474 as item 10.4.
10.4 Res. 26-474 resolution

Resolution authorizing a Closed Session of the Municipal Council on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 11:16 p.m. to discuss issues related to anticipated litigation and contract negotiation.

4:58:29 to 5:01:47 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 5:00:33
Roll call begun at 4:59:37 and interrupted by a speaker who addressed the council on the closed session; restarted at 5:00:33. Gilmore's and Singh's answers are not heard (5:00:48, 5:00:50) and Zuppa's 'Aye' (5:00:42) is low-confidence (p=0.11); those three are taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-474 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 5:00:41.
Agenda number 10.50 (as called by the clerk and printed on the resolution); minutes number 10.4. Read into the record by Ridley at 4:58:29 (closed session at 11:16 p.m. on anticipated litigation and contract negotiation). The council went into closed session at 5:01:04 and the clerk said 'We're back on the record' at 5:02:32. The clerk's later consent range 'items 10.37 through 10.52' (6:49:28) also spans its agenda number; this record gives the 5:00:33 roll call.
motion-order-10.4 Res. 26-474 motion

Motion to take up item 10.4, Resolution 26-474, out of order

4:58:58 to 4:59:10 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:59:10
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Thomas Zuppa, Jr.
Motion to take up Resolution 26-474, called item 10.50 by the clerk, at once. The answers of Councilperson Ephros (4:59:21), Councilperson Gilmore (4:59:24) and Councilperson Singh (4:59:26) are not audible. The clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (4:59:34), and their ayes are recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The written minutes do not record this motion.
The minutes do not record this motion.
6 other

Petitions and communications (items 6.1 to 6.50)

5:05:22 to 5:05:39 · No action
Petitions and communications: the clerk asked for questions or comments on 6.1 through 6.49 at 5:05:22 (the minutes list 6.1 to 6.50) and none were heard; the items are not listed individually. The clerk said there were no officer communications and one report of directors, and asked for questions or comments on 8.1 (5:05:33); none were heard. Minutes item 11.1 (Ord. 26-016, deferred or tabled agenda) was not taken up on the video and is not recorded as an item.
9.1 claims

Meeting Claims List

5:05:39 to 5:06:09 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 5:05:47
Councilperson Gilmore's answer (5:05:57) is not audible. The clerk announced 'All claims are approved unanimously 9-0' (5:06:09), and the written minutes record 9-0; the aye is recorded on that count, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
10.1 resolution

Resolution Honoring Elder Edward Barfield for a Lifetime of Exemplary Service

5:22:49 to 5:22:49 · No action · document
Not reached on the video: the minutes list this resolution as 10.1 with no resolution number and no action recorded. The clerk's numbering, and the agenda numbers printed on the resolutions, start 10.1 at Res. 26-425, which the clerk took up first at 5:22:49.
10.2 Res. 26-425 resolution

A Resolution pursuant to the final terms provided by the Division of Local Government Services on July 13, 2026 - A Resolution for the Memorandum of Understanding: Division of Local Government Services for a loan to Ameliorate Structural Municipal Budget Shortfalls and a Historic Municipal Budget Deficit.

5:22:49 to 6:13:59 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 5:23:16
Every member spoke before answering. Answers: Brooks 'I vote aye' (5:26:22), Zuppa 'I vote aye' (5:33:38), Ephros 'I vote aye' (5:37:56, 'aye' p=0.49), Little 'I vote aye' (5:43:34), Gilmore 'yes' (5:51:31), Singh 'my vote is yes' (5:55:14), Griffin 'I vote aye' (5:58:11), Lavarro 'I vote yes' (6:04:33), Ridley 'I vote aye' (6:12:19, 'aye' p=0.41). Clerk announced 'City resolution 26-425 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:12:19. Ephros's and Ridley's answers are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table.
Agenda number 10.1; minutes number 10.2. Before the vote (5:06:20 to 5:22:49) the council discussed the order of the resolutions: the Corporation Counsel said the MOU had to be accepted before the budget could be introduced (5:07:06) and that walk-on resolutions on the third-quarter tax bill should follow the MOU vote. Further explanations of vote: Singh 5:51:31, Griffin 5:55:29, Lavarro 5:58:11, Ridley 6:04:48. After the vote Peter Horton, named by the clerk, spoke for the mayor (6:12:19); a member not named on the transcript asked whether any laid-off employees were paid from grants (6:13:36) and Horton said they would look into it (6:13:59).
10.3 Res. 26-426 resolution

A Resolution Introducing the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget.

6:14:19 to 6:15:14 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:14:19
After the call of Gilmore the transcript has 'Only that one. Only that one.' (6:14:54), not read as an answer. Lavarro's answer is not heard (6:15:07: 'Councilperson, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'). Ridley's 'Aye' (6:15:11) is low-confidence (p=0.00). Those three answers are taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-426 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:15:14.
Agenda number 10.2; minutes number 10.3. Introduction of the calendar year 2026 municipal budget.
10.6 Res. 26-429 resolution

A Resolution honoring Mrs. Laureana Blanco Astudillo on the occasion of her 100th Birthday.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.7 Res. 26-430 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to accept a gift from The Flow Initiative for the placement of up to two (2) menstrual products dispensing kiosks to be installed at City Hall and other public spaces.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.8 Res. 26-431 resolution

A Resolution requesting permission for the dedication by Rider for donations received pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:5-29 for the purpose of supporting the Department of Public Safety’s Senior Community Outreach Program.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.9 Res. 26-432 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety to accept a gift from Silverman Building LLC for the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety Annual Senior Event.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.10 Res. 26-433 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety to accept a gift from Exchange Pl Alliance District Management for the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety Annual Senior Event.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.11 Res. 26-434 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety to accept a gift from Marin Blvd. Enterprises Inc. for the City of Jersey City Department of Public Safety Annual Senior Event.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.12 Res. 26-435 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey regarding the use of the City's Public Safety Training Facility.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
10.51 Res. 26-427 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a Closed Session of the Municipal Council on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 5:00pm to discuss issues related to pending litigation.

6:15:45 to 6:17:05 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:16:15
consent roll call with items 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11, 10.12, 10.51. The clerk called them 'items 10.3 through 10.11' (agenda numbers 10.3 and 10.5 to 10.11; 10.4 had been approved at 0:17:59 and 10.12 was withdrawn). Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.3 through 10.11 are approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:17:05.
Agenda number 10.3.
10.13 Res. 26-436 resolution

A Resolution approving the appointment of James Carroll as a per diem Assistant Municipal Prosecutor for the Jersey City Municipal Court.

6:15:45 to 6:16:09 · Withdrawn · document
Agenda number 10.12. The clerk asked at 6:15:45 whether 10.12 was being withdrawn; a speaker not named on the transcript said at 6:16:00 that it was withdrawn at the request of the applicant.
10.14 Res. 26-437 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an access permit with New Jersey Transit Corporation (Owner) allowing the City of Jersey City to enter property owned by the property owner to use space on the owner’s property in connection with the Around the World Soccer Watch Party.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.15 Res. 26-438 resolution

A Resolution Authorizing the Closure of Certain Public Rights of Way for the Jersey City Marathon/Half Marathon scheduled for Sunday, April 18, 2027 pursuant to Ord. 25-073.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
8-0-1 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.16 Res. 26-439 resolution

A Resolution accepting the 2026-2027 Assessment Roll of the Central Avenue Special Improvement District of the City of Jersey City.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.17 Res. 26-440 resolution

A Resolution adopting and ratifying the 2026-2027 budget of the Central Avenue Special Improvement District of the City of Jersey City.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.18 Res. 26-441 resolution

A Resolution (1) Introducing and approving the 2026-2027 budget of the West Side Avenue 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 for properties within the district based upon the budget.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.19 Res. 26-442 resolution

A Resolution (1) Introducing and approving the 2026-2027 budget of the McGinley 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.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.20 Res. 26-443 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Syndemic and Substance Use Services, for the DSSUS State STD Program 2027.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.21 Res. 26-444 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to accept a Grant from the New Jersey Department of Health, Division of Local Public Health, for the Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) Program 2027.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.23 Res. 26-446 resolution

A Resolution of the Jersey City Municipal Council authorizing the Business Administrator to execute a Certificate of Completion to J.P. Affordable Housing Holding Co., Inc. for the Halladay Project per an affordable housing development agreement dated July 26, 1990.

6:17:15 to 6:19:34 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:17:33
consent roll call with items 10.14, 10.15, 10.16, 10.17, 10.18, 10.19, 10.20, 10.21, 10.23 (called by the clerk as 10.13 to 10.20 and 10.22). Little's answer is not heard (6:17:59); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Ridley abstained on agenda item 10.14 (Res. 26-438) and voted aye on the rest (6:18:07 to 6:19:04). Clerk's recap at 6:19:34: 10.13 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.14 approved 8-0-1 with Council President Ridley abstaining; 10.15 through 10.20 and 10.22 approved 9-0.
10.22 Res. 26-445 resolution

A Resolution amending Resolution 23-648 authorizing the execution of a Grant Agreement with Rutgers Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute to revise the contract term associated with EPA Grant Funding.

6:19:55 to 6:21:42 · Approved · document
7-0 7 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:20:12
Brooks and Little left the room: the clerk said at 6:17:33 that two members would recuse themselves and at 6:19:55 asked Brooks and Little to leave the room for this vote; they were not called, and the clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-445 is approved 7-0 with Councilmembers Brooks and Little absent' at 6:21:25. The minutes and the resolution's vote table also record them absent. Gilmore asked the Corporation Counsel about recusal before answering 'Aye, Sean' (6:21:09, p=0.00); Ridley's answer is not heard (6:21:23). Both are taken from the minutes and the vote table.
Agenda number 10.21; minutes number 10.22.
10.24 Res. 26-447 resolution

A Resolution of the Jersey City Municipal Council authorizing the Business Administrator to discharge an affordable housing agreement dated September 6, 1990 with JP Affordable Housing Holding Co., Inc.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.25 Res. 26-448 resolution

A Resolution supplementing the Manual of Loading Zone Designations of the City of Jersey City designating a loading zone at 136 Summit Avenue.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.26 Res. 26-449 resolution

A Resolution to grant Veteran Exemptions from local property taxation pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:4-3.30.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.27 Res. 26-450 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an amendment to a professional services contract agreement with the Engenuity Infrastructure, LLC, to prepare plans and specifications for the Christopher Columbus Drive Roadway Improvements Project, for the Department of Infrastructure, Division of Engineering.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.28 Res. 26-451 resolution

A Resolution rejecting all bids received pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2(e) regarding a public bid to procure a mobile outreach center recreational vehicle.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.29 Res. 26-452 resolution

A Resolution of the Jersey City Municipal Council authorizing the Jersey City Planning Board to study and prepare an amendment to the Central Avenue Block 2901 Redevelopment Plan.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.37 Res. 26-460 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an emergency contract award to Herc Rental Inc. for providing air conditioning units at the Municipal Court and East District Precinct for the Department of Public Works.

6:22:25 to 6:27:00 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:25:16
consent roll call with items 10.24, 10.25, 10.26, 10.27, 10.28, 10.29, 10.37 (called by the clerk as 10.23 to 10.28 and 10.36). The roll call began at 6:23:14 and was interrupted to settle agenda item 10.29; it restarted at 6:25:16. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'Items 10.23 through 10.28 and 10.36 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:26:50.
10.30 Res. 26-453 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of Jersey City authorizing the Jersey City Planning Board to study and prepare an amendment to the Morris Canal Redevelopment Plan.

6:23:38 to 6:25:16 · Withdrawn · document
Agenda number 10.29; minutes number 10.30. A member asked the administration at 6:23:38 what was being done with the item; the administration said at 6:23:54 it had no attachment to it, and at 6:24:50 said it would withdraw it. The clerk confirmed the withdrawal at 6:25:03 and repeated it at 6:27:00.
10.31 Res. 26-454 resolution

A Resolution concerning local support for Warrior Weed LLC to operate a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:27:25 to 6:31:53 · Defeated · document
0-9 0 ayes, 9 nays, roll call at 6:27:25
Every member answered no and gave a reason. Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-454, Item 10.30, is defeated 0-9, with all council members voting no' at 6:31:53. The minutes record 'Defeated' with no tally; the resolution's vote table gives 0-9 with every member nay, as heard.
Agenda number 10.30; minutes number 10.31. A speaker not named on the transcript asked at 6:22:25 that members voting no on the cannabis resolutions (agenda 10.30 to 10.35) state their reasons on the record, so these were voted one by one. Further explanations of vote: Singh 6:29:20, Griffin 6:29:42, Lavarro 6:30:11, Ridley 6:31:14. At 6:31:24 a member not identified on the transcript said they had confused this business with another and that their vote remained no.
10.32 Res. 26-455 resolution

A Resolution concerning renewing local support for Downtown Flwr LLC (Previously Oceanfront Holdings, LLC) to operate a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:32:05 to 6:34:20 · Withdrawn · document
Agenda number 10.31; minutes number 10.32. Brooks asked what not renewing local support would mean for the business (6:32:19); a member moved to carry it (6:32:57) and the clerk said resolutions are not carried (6:33:13). The administration withdrew it (6:33:36: 'To save time, we're withdrawing 10.31'). At 6:38:53 a speaker said license expiration dates left time and the withdrawal would not affect them.
10.33 Res. 26-456 resolution

A Resolution concerning renewing local support for Green Stop Wellness, LLC to operate a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:34:23 to 6:34:54 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:34:34
Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-456 Item 10.32 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:34:54.
Agenda number 10.32; minutes number 10.33.
10.34 Res. 26-457 resolution

A Resolution concerning renewing local support for Jersey Leaf, LLC to operate a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:34:54 to 6:36:44 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:35:26
Little's answer is not heard (6:35:40); taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Clerk announced 'Item 10.33, City Resolution 26-457 is approved unanimously, 9-0' at 6:36:44.
Agenda number 10.33; minutes number 10.34.
10.35 Res. 26-458 resolution

A Resolution concerning renewing local support for MMD NJ INC. to operate A Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:36:50 to 6:37:56 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:37:03
Gilmore's answer is not heard (6:37:44); Ridley's is not heard (6:37:53); both taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Resolution 26-458 Item 10.34 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:37:56.
Agenda number 10.34; minutes number 10.35.
10.36 Res. 26-459 resolution

A Resolution concerning renewing local support for RIPT Dispensary, LLC (Previously Community Wellness Center Of NJ, LLC) to operate a Class 5 Retail Cannabis Business.

6:37:56 to 6:38:45 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:37:56
Gilmore's answer is not heard (6:38:35). Singh's 'Aye' (6:38:37) is low-confidence (p=0.15). Both taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table. Clerk announced 'Item 10.35, City Resolution 26-459 is approved unanimously 9-0' at 6:38:45.
Agenda number 10.35; minutes number 10.36.
motion-add-10.52 Res. 26-475 motion

Motion to add item 10.52, Resolution 26-475 (estimated third-quarter tax bills, 12% version), to the agenda

6:39:04 to 6:43:02 · Added · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:41:55
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.
Motion to add Resolution 26-475 in its 12% version; the clerk called it item 10.51, the agenda number printed on the resolution. Councilperson Little's answer (6:42:44) is not audible. Councilperson Griffin's aye was reported by another voice ('He said aye', 6:42:52) before an 'Aye' is heard. The clerk announced 'Item 10.51 at 12% add to the agenda is approved 9-0' (6:43:02), and Councilperson Little's aye is recorded on that announcement, on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18. The written minutes do not record this motion.
A speaker said at 6:39:33 that members had two versions of the resolution, raising the tax rate 12% or 15% for the third-quarter bill. The minutes do not record this motion; they list Resolution 26-475 as item 10.52.
motion-add-10.53 Res. 26-476 motion

Motion to add item 10.53, Resolution 26-476 (interest rate on delinquent taxes), to the agenda

6:43:02 to 6:48:14 · Added · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:47:31
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Michael O. Griffin
Motion to add Resolution 26-476 (interest rate on delinquent taxes); the clerk called it item 10.52, the agenda number printed on the resolution. The roll call paused for a question on the proposed rates and resumed. Every answer is clear on the audio; the clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' (6:48:14). The written minutes do not record this motion. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.
Discussed first at 5:09:17 to 5:21:51, before the MOU vote, when the council agreed to take up the walk-ons at the end. At 6:47:31 the rates were confirmed as 4% and 9%, and the administration said the updated resolution would be circulated. The minutes do not record this motion; they list Resolution 26-476 as item 10.53.
10.45 Res. 26-468 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to accept a gift of two (2) plaques from the Conservation Committee of Katyn Memorial and Historic Objects to be placed on or near the Katyn Memorial.

6:48:23 to 6:48:40 · Withdrawn · document
Agenda number 10.44; minutes number 10.45. The clerk asked at 6:48:23 whether 10.44 was being withdrawn; the administration confirmed (6:48:31) and said it would be back (6:48:40).
10.38 Res. 26-461 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by C. Dente Towing & Trucking, INC. for providing emergency towing services during the winter storm of 2026.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.39 Res. 26-462 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by EZ Towing & Recovery, Inc. for providing emergency towing services during the winter storm of 2026.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.40 Res. 26-463 resolution

A Resolution rejecting all bids received by the City of Jersey City on May 19, 2026 to provide for general maintenance of various parks for the Department of Recreation and Youth Development and the Division of Park Maintenance.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.41 Res. 26-464 resolution

Resolution authorizing an award of a contract to Extra Duty Solutions for the administration of the police off-duty program and provision of on-duty scheduling software through the Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA) for the Jersey City Police Department.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.42 Res. 26-465 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a contractor to perform debt collection services for outstanding Municipal Court judgments related to civil offenses, including but not limited to City Code violations, quality of life violations, building violations, housing violations, and various other civil offenses, subject to approval by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.43 Res. 26-466 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action John Doe #2 v. Jersey City Recreation Affairs, et al., Docket No. HUD-L-4700-20.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.44 Res. 26-467 resolution

Resolution authorizing execution of a Settlement Agreement with River North Transit, LLC, commonly known as Via, to resolve a contract dispute regarding appropriations.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.46 Res. 26-469 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to apply and accept grant funds from the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Highway Traffic Safety’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Grant (FY 2026).

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.47 Res. 26-470 resolution

A Resolution rejecting all bids received pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-13.2(e) regarding a public bid for the procurement of HVAC services.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.48 Res. 26-471 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Renee Hester v. City of Jersey City, et. al.; Docket No. HUD-L-4237-23.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.49 Res. 26-472 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action John Doe #3 v. Jersey City Recreation Affairs, et al., et al. Docket No. HUD-L-0919-21.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.50 Res. 26-473 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an emergency contract award to Eglentowicz Demolition and Environmental Company for emergency demolition and debris removal services due to the collapse of the second level of a multi-story building under construction located at 84 Stegman Street for the Department of Public Works, Division of Building and Street Maintenance.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
10.52 Res. 26-475 resolution

A Resolution Authorizing The City of Jersey City Chief Financial Officer or Tax Collector To Request Approval From The Director of Local Government Services To Exceed The 105% Calculation Of Estimated Billing And To Prepare And Mail Estimated Tax Bills.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
Added to the agenda by motion at 6:41:55 (12% version). Agenda number 10.51.
10.53 Res. 26-476 resolution

A Resolution fixing the Interest Rate on Delinquent Taxes, Assessments, or Other Municipal Liens or Charges.

6:48:40 to 6:51:32 · Approved · document
9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 6:49:28
consent roll call with items 10.38, 10.39, 10.40, 10.41, 10.42, 10.43, 10.44, 10.46, 10.47, 10.48, 10.49, 10.50, 10.52, 10.53 (called by the clerk as 10.37 to 10.52 except 10.44; agenda 10.50, Res. 26-474, had been approved at 5:00:33). The roll call began at 6:48:40, paused for an administration update on agenda item 10.49, and restarted at 6:49:28. Little's 'Hi for all' (6:50:27, p=0.31) and Singh's 'Aye' (6:51:23, p=0.47) are low-confidence and taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Clerk announced 'Items 10.37 through 10.52 with the exception of 10.44 which has been withdrawn are approved unanimously' at 6:51:32.
Added to the agenda by motion at 6:47:31 (rates of 4% and 9%). Agenda number 10.52.
motion-adjourn motion

Motion to adjourn

6:51:41 to 6:52:08 · Approved
Voice vote, no roll call at 6:52:01
Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Michael O. Griffin
No member's answer is recorded for a voice vote.
Motion to adjourn at 1:43 a.m. by Gilmore, seconded by Griffin (clerk at 6:51:41 to 6:51:53); approved by acclamation ('All council members present by acclamation, please say aye', 6:52:01), no roll call, so no by-member vote is recorded. Clerk: 'We are out of here at 1.43 a.m.' at 6:52:08.

Record drafted 2026-10-16, checked 2026-10-16, reviewed by Adam Hanford 2026-10-18.