Municipal Council, August 19, 2026

motion-add-10.58 Res. 26-534 motion

Motion to add item 10.58, Resolution 26-534, to the agenda

0:02:56 to 0:03:57 · Added · document

8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:03:37

Moved by Denise Ridley, seconded by Michael O. Griffin

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

Motion to add item 10.58, City Resolution 26-534, to the agenda. Every answer heard; Gilmore had not yet arrived. Clerk: 'Motion carries aid zero. Would Councilperson Gilmore absent?' (0:03:57), read as 8-0 with Gilmore absent. Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

The clerk read the title of Resolution 26-534 at 0:02:56 before the regular order of business. The minutes do not record this motion; they list Resolution 26-534 as item 10.58.

motion-order-10.58 Res. 26-534 motion

Motion to defer to item 10.58, Resolution 26-534

0:03:57 to 0:04:47 · Approved · document

8-0 8 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:04:08

Moved by Jake Ephros, seconded by Thomas Zuppa, Jr.

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

Motion to defer to (take up at once) item 10.58. Little is called at 0:04:41 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh (0:04:44). Griffin's 'Aye' (0:04:48) is low-confidence (p=0.14). Clerk announced 'motion carries 8-0, with Councilperson Gilmore absent' at 0:04:47. Little: answer as read by Adam Hanford on the video, or from the clerk's announced count where the audio is silent ('Griffin says aye. Little probably said aye but not in audio. Defer to clerk. 8-0'). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

The minutes do not record this motion.

10.58 Res. 26-534 resolution

A Resolution Authorizing that the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget Shall be read by title in accordance With N.J.S.A. 40A:4-8.

0:04:47 to 0:05:48 · Approved · document

7-0-1 7 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 0:04:47

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

Final vote. Every answer heard; Little abstained (0:04:47). Clerk announced 'Resolution 10.58 is approved 701 with Councilperson Little abstaining and Councilperson Gilmore absent' at 0:05:34 to 0:05:48, read as 7-0-1.

0:04:47 Eleana Little: Said they had not had a chance to read the resolution because their internet was not working, and abstained.

Added to the agenda by motion at 0:03:37 and taken up at once by motion at 0:04:08, before the regular order of business. At 0:51:22 the Corporation Counsel raised the need for a late resolution waiving the reading of the budget and was told it had already been approved; at 5:36:17 the clerk said item 10.58 was approved earlier.

3.1 Ord. 26-065 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance amending Chapter 122, Section 4 (E), to establish increased Cash Bond Requirements for successive violations of the conditions of Special Event Permits.

0:05:56 to 0:06:30 · Withdrawn · document

The clerk said at 0:06:03 'I believe we are withdrawing item 3.1' and asked to put the camera on the Business Administrator ('my BA', 0:06:11) to confirm; a speaker not named on the transcript said 'Sean, I can confirm yes. That's correct.' (0:06:20). The title was not read and no vote was taken.

3.2 Ord. 26-066 ordinance first reading

An Franchise Ordinance granting permission to David Abeskaron, his successors and assigns, to use approximately 46 square feet over the Public Right-of-way within the seventeen (17) foot Right-of-way of North Street, adjacent to Lot 14.03 Block 1505, on the Official Tax Assessment Map of the City of Jersey City. (117 North Street)

0:06:39 to 0:09:06 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:18

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 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 (introduction). Gilmore, marked present at 6:15 p.m. (0:08:07), is called at 0:08:38 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh (0:08:40). Brooks's 'I for introduction' (0:08:26) is low-confidence (p=0.23). Both answers are taken from the minutes and the ordinances' vote tables. Griffin thanked the administration for removing money and putting it back into the homelessness program before answering 'I vote aye for introduction' (0:08:57). Clerk announced 'Items 3.2 through 3.5 are introduced unanimously, 9-0' at 0:09:06.

3.3 Ord. 26-067 ordinance first reading

An Bond Ordinance reappropriating $3,400,000 in excess Bond proceeds not needed for their original purposes in order to finance the costs of various Capital Improvements and the Acquisition of various equipment, authorized in and by the City of Jersey City, in the County of Hudson, New Jersey.

0:06:53 to 0:09:06 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:18

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 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 (introduction). Gilmore, marked present at 6:15 p.m. (0:08:07), is called at 0:08:38 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh (0:08:40). Brooks's 'I for introduction' (0:08:26) is low-confidence (p=0.23). Both answers are taken from the minutes and the ordinances' vote tables. Griffin thanked the administration for removing money and putting it back into the homelessness program before answering 'I vote aye for introduction' (0:08:57). Clerk announced 'Items 3.2 through 3.5 are introduced unanimously, 9-0' at 0:09:06.

3.4 Ord. 26-068 ordinance first reading

–An Ordinance authorizing a lease with Newport Centre, LLC for the use of a Police Substation in Newport Mall.

0:07:36 to 0:09:06 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:18

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 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 (introduction). Gilmore, marked present at 6:15 p.m. (0:08:07), is called at 0:08:38 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh (0:08:40). Brooks's 'I for introduction' (0:08:26) is low-confidence (p=0.23). Both answers are taken from the minutes and the ordinances' vote tables. Griffin thanked the administration for removing money and putting it back into the homelessness program before answering 'I vote aye for introduction' (0:08:57). Clerk announced 'Items 3.2 through 3.5 are introduced unanimously, 9-0' at 0:09:06.

3.5 Ord. 26-069 ordinance first reading

An Ordinance to amend Section 3-85.1 of the Municipal Code regarding the administration of the Police Off-Duty Program.

0:07:49 to 0:09:06 · Introduced · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:08:18

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 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5 (introduction). Gilmore, marked present at 6:15 p.m. (0:08:07), is called at 0:08:38 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh (0:08:40). Brooks's 'I for introduction' (0:08:26) is low-confidence (p=0.23). Both answers are taken from the minutes and the ordinances' vote tables. Griffin thanked the administration for removing money and putting it back into the homelessness program before answering 'I vote aye for introduction' (0:08:57). Clerk announced 'Items 3.2 through 3.5 are introduced unanimously, 9-0' at 0:09:06.

4.1 Ord. 26-057 ordinance second 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.

0:09:16 to 0:23:39 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:18:40

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.

Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard; Ephros, Little, Singh, Griffin and Lavarro spoke with their answers. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-057 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:23:39.

0:18:40 Jake Ephros: Said the ban mattered for energy needs and for the use of Jersey City's limited land, distinguishing data centers run exclusively as data centers from co-location centers.
0:19:44 Eleana Little: Said the ordinance bans standalone data centers and exempts co-located data centers used by financial and research institutions, and that standalone centers create few jobs for residents.
0:22:04 Mamta Singh: Said such data centers might hire fewer than 10 people from Jersey City.
0:22:21 Michael O. Griffin: Spoke about pollutants in Greenville and Bergen and said data centers use diesel and water and cause air pollution.
0:22:32 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Cited affordability, the tax increase on the agenda and rising electricity costs, which they said data centers are driving.

Public hearing from 0:09:30 to 0:17:38; three members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 0:17:59 (Brooks answered on a second call, 0:18:17), every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0 at 0:18:40.

4.2 Ord. 26-058 ordinance second 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.

0:23:50 to 0:30:27 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:30:08

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.

Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-058 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:30:27.

Public hearing from 0:24:09 to 0:29:10; two members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore (0:29:10); asked who seconded, the transcript has 'Rolando' (0:29:16) and then 'Second' (0:29:30). Roll call at 0:29:37: Griffin is called at 0:29:49 and no answer is heard before the call of Lavarro (0:29:51); the other eight answered aye; clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' at 0:29:51.

4.3 Ord. 26-059 ordinance second 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.

0:30:27 to 0:32:07 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:31:28

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

Final consideration and adoption. Singh is called at 0:32:03 and no answer is heard before the call of Griffin (0:32:05). Little's 'aye' (0:31:59, p=0.04) and Gilmore's 'aye' (0:32:01, p=0.14) are low-confidence. Those three answers are taken from the minutes and the ordinance's vote table. Clerk announced 'City ordinance 26-059 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:32:07.

Public hearing opened at 0:30:57; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Lavarro; roll call at 0:30:57, eight answers heard and Little's 'Aye' (0:31:30) low-confidence (p=0.17); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:31:28.

4.4 Ord. 26-060 ordinance second 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.

0:32:17 to 0:33:51 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:33:21

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.

Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-060 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:33:51.

Public hearing opened at 0:32:41; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Griffin; roll call at 0:32:51, every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0 at 0:33:21.

4.5 Ord. 26-061 ordinance second 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.

0:33:51 to 0:35:20 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:34:50

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.
† answer from the written minutes and the item's vote record; not heard clearly on the audio

Final consideration and adoption. Singh is called at 0:35:25 and no answer is heard before the call of Griffin (0:35:26); Singh's answer is taken from the minutes and the ordinance's vote table. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-061 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:35:20.

Public hearing opened at 0:34:18; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Ridley; roll call at 0:34:18, eight answers heard and Ephros's 'Aye' (0:34:52) low-confidence (p=0.04); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:34:50.

4.6 Ord. 26-062 ordinance second 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.

0:35:20 to 0:37:17 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:36:52

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.

Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard. Clerk announced 'City Ordinance 26-062 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:37:17.

Public hearing opened at 0:35:52; no member of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Singh; roll call at 0:36:21, every answer heard; clerk announced 9-0 at 0:36:28.

4.7 Ord. 26-063 ordinance second 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.

0:37:17 to 0:44:05 · Adopted · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:42:10

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.

Final consideration and adoption. Every answer heard; Little, Griffin and Ridley spoke with their answers. Clerk announced 'City ordinance 26-063 is adopted unanimously 9-0' at 0:44:05.

Public hearing from 0:37:51 to 0:41:04; two members of the public spoke. Motion to close the public hearing by Gilmore, seconded by Griffin; roll call at 0:41:16: Griffin began to speak, the clerk said it was the close of the hearing, and Griffin answered 'Oh yeah, aye' (0:41:51, low-confidence, p=0.03 and 0.39); clerk announced 9-0 at 0:41:57.

motion-order-hearing-sid motion

Motion to defer to the public hearing on the 2026-2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District assessment roll and budget

0:44:05 to 0:45:38 · Approved

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:45:23

Moved by Denise Ridley

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 0:45:38 ("Motion carries 9-0"); not heard clearly on the audio

Motion to defer to (take up out of order) the public hearing on the 2026-2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District assessment roll and budget, made by Ridley (0:45:01). The seconder is not clear: the transcript has 'Second by' (0:45:01) and then 'Aye. Councilperson Gilmore.' (0:45:09). Little and Gilmore are called in a row with no answer heard ('Councilperson Little. Councilperson Gilmore. Councilperson Singh. Aye.', 0:45:29 to 0:45:31). Lavarro's 'Aye' (0:45:38) is low-confidence in the full pass (p=0.45) and clear in the re-transcription of 0:45:18-0:45:47 (p=1.00); the re-transcription also hears no answer for Little or Gilmore. Clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' at 0:45:38. Little and Gilmore: answers from the clerk's announced count, 'Motion carries 9-0' (0:45:38), with two members not heard and two ayes unaccounted for (EDITORIAL.md section 4, the announced count, adopted by Adam Hanford on 2026-10-18). The minutes' line for this motion records 9-0.

0:44:50 Denise Ridley: Said there might be fewer speakers on the district hearing and wanted to give those waiting for it a chance to speak before the budget hearing.

The minutes record this motion in an unnumbered line: 'Public Hearing on the 2026 - 2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District Assessment Roll and Budget. Approved-9-0'.

hearing-sid hearing

Public Hearing on the 2026 - 2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District Assessment Roll and Budget.

0:45:46 to 0:50:42 · Approved

7-0 7 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 0:50:04

Moved by Thomas Zuppa, Jr., seconded by Denise Ridley

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

Motion to close the public hearing. Little and Gilmore were called and a voice answered 'Stepped out' for each (0:50:13). Ridley's 'Aye' (0:50:29) is p=0.42 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 0:50:20-0:50:45 (p=1.00). Clerk announced 'Motion carries 7-0 ... with Councilmembers Little and Gilmore absent' at 0:50:28 to 0:50:42.

Public hearing on the 2026-2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District assessment roll and budget from 0:45:46 to 0:49:45; one member of the public spoke on it, and the clerk told another at 0:46:24 that the public speaking list came later. The district's assessment roll and budget resolutions are items 10.10 and 10.11.

hearing-budget hearing

Public Hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget

0:50:42 to 3:02:15 · Approved

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 2:46:46

Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Denise Ridley

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.

Motion to close the public hearing on the calendar year 2026 introduced municipal budget. Singh, Griffin and Lavarro are called in a row ('Councilperson Singh, Councilperson Griffin, Councilperson Lavarro, Aye.', 2:47:35 to 2:47:41); no answer is heard for Singh or Griffin. Ephros's 'Aye to close public hearing' (2:47:26) is low-confidence in the full pass (p=0.01) and clear in the re-transcription of 2:47:20-2:47:50 (p=0.99), which also hears no answer for Singh or Griffin. Clerk announced 'Motion carries 9-0' at 2:47:24 (segment start). Griffin, Singh: answer as read by Adam Hanford on the video, or from the clerk's announced count where the audio is silent ('9-0. Defer to clerk'). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

0:51:22 Staff: A speaker addressed as Corporation Counsel raised the need for a late resolution waiving the mandatory reading of the budget; members said it had already been approved.
2:47:24 Unidentified: A member said the administration had just told them the reduced right to counsel line was not a cut, and asked the Corporation Counsel or the Business Administrator to explain.
2:48:50 Staff: Said the 2026 right to counsel program is covered by a grant, that future years are to be funded from development fees in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and that the amendment's addition is roughly a 50% increase.
2:51:46 Unidentified: A member asked whether the amendment's additional amount brings the right to counsel total to about $480,000; a speaker said the full line is covered by a grant and the amendment adds to it.
2:58:15 Frank E. Gilmore: Spoke on the budget, the previous administration's finances and residents' ability to afford to live in Jersey City, until 3:02:00.

Public hearing on the introduced calendar year 2026 municipal budget from 0:50:42 to 2:46:46. Speakers are not listed here; the minutes name 32. Before the first speaker a member not named on the transcript said the hearing was on the budget as introduced and that a public hearing on the amendments would be held at a special meeting on Wednesday, August 26 at 5 p.m. (0:51:51). After the close, members and the administration discussed right to counsel funding (2:47:24 to 2:58:05).

5 public comment

Public request for hearing

3:02:15 to 4:07:39 · Heard

Public request for hearing (minutes items 5.1 to 5.70); the clerk called speakers by number and first name from 3:02:15. Speakers are not listed here; the minutes name them. The clerk said 'we'll conclude our public speaking portion of the meeting' at 4:07:39.

6 other

Petitions and communications (items 6.1 to 6.56)

4:07:43 to 4:08:19 · No action

Petitions and communications: the clerk asked for questions or comments on 6.1 through 6.56 at 4:07:45; none were heard. The clerk said there were no officer communications and asked for questions or comments on reports of directors 8.1 through 8.17 (4:08:05); none were heard. Minutes items 11.1 (Ord. 26-016), 11.2 (Ord. 26-050) and 11.3 (Ord. 26-052), the deferred or tabled agenda, were not taken up on the video and are not recorded as items.

9.1 claims

Meeting Claims List

4:08:19 to 4:10:22 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:08:19

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.

consent roll call with items 9.1, 9.2 (claims and addendum number one). Little is called at 4:09:05 and no answer is heard before the next call, in the full pass or the re-transcription of 4:08:50-4:09:20. Gilmore's call and answer are not transcribed in the full pass ('council person' then 'I.', 4:09:10, p=0.14); the re-transcription hears 'Councilperson Gilmore. Aye.' (4:09:09, p=1.00). After the call of Griffin (4:09:14) Griffin asked about the claims list ('I may have asked this...'); no answer from Griffin is heard before the call of Lavarro (4:10:16). Lavarro's 'Aye' (4:10:17) has p=0.53. Clerk announced 'Claims and addendum number one are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:10:22. Griffin, Little: answer as read by Adam Hanford on the video, or from the clerk's announced count where the audio is silent ('9-0. Defer to clerk'). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

4:08:19 Joel A. Brooks: Asked about the Moody's fee on the claims list; a speaker said it was for rating the note rollover done in July.
4:09:10 Michael O. Griffin: Asked that the claims list be more specific, saying many lines read only 'encumbrance'.
4:09:51 Staff: A speaker addressed as 'Bill' said the list is generated from the city's financial platform and that they would see whether it could be more descriptive.

9.2 claims

Meeting Claims Addendum #1

4:08:19 to 4:10:22 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:08:19

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.

consent roll call with items 9.1, 9.2 (claims and addendum number one). Little is called at 4:09:05 and no answer is heard before the next call, in the full pass or the re-transcription of 4:08:50-4:09:20. Gilmore's call and answer are not transcribed in the full pass ('council person' then 'I.', 4:09:10, p=0.14); the re-transcription hears 'Councilperson Gilmore. Aye.' (4:09:09, p=1.00). After the call of Griffin (4:09:14) Griffin asked about the claims list ('I may have asked this...'); no answer from Griffin is heard before the call of Lavarro (4:10:16). Lavarro's 'Aye' (4:10:17) has p=0.53. Clerk announced 'Claims and addendum number one are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:10:22. Griffin, Little: answer as read by Adam Hanford on the video, or from the clerk's announced count where the audio is silent ('9-0. Defer to clerk'). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

10.1 Res. 26-477 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the cancellation of Grant Receivable Balances and/or Grant Reserve Appropriation Balances (Department of Finance, Division of Grants Administration).

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.2 Res. 26-478 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the use of competitive contracting to award a contract for appraisal and valuation consultant services for fixed assets.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.3 Res. 26-479 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid contract to Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc. T/A Civil Solutions to perform digital tax map maintenance.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.4 Res. 26-480 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.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.5 Res. 26-481 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Division of Cultural Affairs to accept Grant Funds from Choose New Jersey, Inc. for The World on Central FIFA World Cup 2026 Community Event.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.6 Res. 26-482 resolution

A Resolution amending resolution 25-818 which authorized the award of a contract to Crumdale Specialty on behalf of Express Scripts, SaveOn SP, LLC and RX Benefits for the City of Jersey City prescription benefits' Prescription Benefit Management Administrative Services.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

8-0-1 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 4:10:43

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

consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

4:10:57 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Asked whether the resolution changed the contract terms for future years, citing written advice from the Corporation Counsel that it affects only the 2026 purchase order.
4:11:37 Staff: Said the resolution increases the 2026 purchase order for services paid by utilization, that the process would be repeated in 2027, and that the amount matches the introduced budget.
4:12:53 Staff: Declined to make the written legal opinion part of the public record, saying it contained privileged attorney-client advice.
4:25:55 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Corrected figures given earlier: 10.6 raises the cap from $14 million to $21 million for 2026, and the two resolutions together add $13 million.

10.7 Res. 26-483 resolution

A Resolution amending resolution 25-819, which awarded an agreement with Express Scripts, Inc. to provide a prescription drug plan for Medicare eligible retirees and their Medicare eligible spouses as an Extraordinary Unspecifiable Service (EUS).

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

8-0-1 8 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstention, roll call at 4:10:43

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

consent roll call with items 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28). Published on Adam Hanford's decision of 2026-10-18.

4:26:42 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said 10.7, the prescription drug plan for Medicare-eligible retirees, raises the 2025 cap of $12 million to $18 million.

10.8 Res. 26-484 resolution

A Resolution authorizing to apply and accept Grant Funds from the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Highway Traffic Safety for the Highway Traffic Safety Mobilization FY 2026 Click It or Ticket Program.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.9 Res. 26-485 resolution

A Resolution (1) Introducing and approving the FY2027 budget of the Exchange Place Alliance 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.

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.10 Res. 26-486 resolution

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

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.11 Res. 26-487 resolution

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

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.12 Res. 26-488 resolution

A Resolution ratifying a contract award to Royal Printing Service for printing official election day and sample for the Primary Election on June 2, 2026

4:10:29 to 4:18:47 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:10:43

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 10.1 to 10.12. Brooks spoke before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:13:30). Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:13:49, p=0.04) is low-confidence; on 10.1 to 10.5 and 10.8 to 10.12 it is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Ridley's 'Aye' is p=0.01 in the full pass and clear in the re-transcription of 4:17:40-4:18:25 ('So, President Ridley. Aye.', 4:17:53, p=0.99). Gilmore said 'I'm going to abstain on 10-7, Aye on the rest' (4:14:07, repeated at 4:14:14). After Ridley's answer a voice not named on the transcript said 'Hey, Sean. Excuse me, Sean. I'm going to abstain on 6 and 7. 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:17:55, re-transcription); the clerk said 'So you abstain on 10.6 and 10.7.' (4:18:14) and 'Got it.' (4:18:18). Clerk's recap at 4:18:19: 'items 10.1 through 10.5 are approved unanimously 9-0'; 'Item 10.6 is approved 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining. Item 10.7, same vote 801 with Councilperson Gilmore abstaining'; 'Items 10.8 through 10.12 are approved unanimously 90' (4:18:28).

10.13 Res. 26-489 resolution

A Resolution appointing Stephanie Pabon as a Member of the Jersey City Insurance Fund Commission.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

4:19:10 Frank E. Gilmore: Asked whether 10.13 was the appointment of the human resources director; a speaker said it appoints Stephanie Pabon as a member of the Insurance Fund Commission.

10.14 Res. 26-490 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from Petco Love under the Access to Care Grant Program for the Keeping Pets Home Initiative.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.15 Res. 26-491 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's FY2027 Child and Adult Care Food Program.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.16 Res. 26-492 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Administration to accept awards from the National Opioid Settlement Funds.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

4:20:06 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Urged the administration to use the new opioid settlement funds as an offset in the next budget cycle.

10.17 Res. 26-493 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the acceptance of additional 2026 WIC Health Services Grant funding from the New Jersey Department of Health

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.18 Res. 26-494 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Health and Human Services (HHS) to apply for and accept a Grant from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office for Victims of Crime, under the FY 2026 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grants / Byrne Discretionary Grants Program for the Peaceful Families Program.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.19 Res. 26-495 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services (JCHHS) to accept the 2027 WIC Health Services Grant funds from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH).

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.20 Res. 26-496 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City the Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for the Mental Health Awareness Training Grant Program.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.21 Res. 26-497 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for the Preventing Drug Overdose Grant Program.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.22 Res. 26-498 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the designation of Saulo Diaz as the Certifying Officer for Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and 24 CFR Part 58.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.23 Res. 26-499 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the Business Administrator to execute a discharge of mortgage encumbering 24 Stegman Street, Jersey City, New Jersey a/k/a Block 24103, Lot 44 f/k/a Block 1473, Lot 5.B.

4:18:47 to 4:21:38 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:18:47

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 10.13 to 10.23. Zuppa's 'Aye' (4:19:03, p=0.29) is low-confidence and is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore asked about 10.13 before answering 'Aye' (4:19:54). Lavarro spoke on 10.16 before answering 'I vote aye on all' (4:21:30). Ridley answered 'Same thing. Aye.' (4:21:38, p=0.74; the re-transcription of 4:21:35-4:21:55 hears the same word at p=0.17). Clerk announced 'Items 10.13 through 10.23 are approved unanimously 9-0' at 4:21:38.

10.24 Res. 26-500 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the Business Administrator to execute a partial Discharge of Mortgage encumbering property located at 307 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey aka Block 22405, Lot 4.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.25 Res. 26-501 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the acceptance and execution of a Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Non-Discretionary (ND) grant agreement between the City of Jersey City and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for FY 2026.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.26 Res. 26-502 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the submission of an application to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for Enterprise Zone Assistance Funds for Jersey City UEZ Off Duty Police Program FY 27.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

4:26:56 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said the information they had requested on 10.26 and 10.27 did not appear complete, and voted yes.

10.27 Res. 26-503 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the submission of an application to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for Enterprise Zone Assistance Funds for Jersey City UEZ Youth Works Program Phase 2.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.28 Res. 26-504 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a lien against the properties listed herein for the cost of removing litter, debris, etc. in accordance with N.J.S.A.40:48-2.14 and Jersey City Code Section 287-4.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.29 Res. 26-505 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an award of a contract to Verizon Business Network Services/Verizon Select Services for data services under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.30 Res. 26-506 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an agreement with Edmunds Govtech for the support of Software Systems funded by the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.31 Res. 26-507 resolution

A Resolution awarding a contract to Millennium Communication Inc. for Cisco Core and LAN Upgrade coverage under State Contract for the Department of Information Technology.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.32 Res. 26-508 resolution

A Resolution ratifying the award of a contract to Dell for Microsoft License renewal under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.33 Res. 26-509 resolution

A Resolution awarding a professional services agreement to Ronald P. Mondello P.C. to provide legal advice and Counsel to the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.34 Res. 26-510 resolution

A Resolution authorizing an amendment to a professional services contract agreement with the Street Plans Collaborative, Inc., to provide On-Call Transportation Planning and Design Services on various projects.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

10.35 Res. 26-511 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid contract to Automotus, Inc. to install, operate, and maintain Curb Management Enforcement Technology and Services in the City of Jersey City.

4:21:38 to 4:29:23 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:21:38

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 10.24 to 10.35. Zuppa answered after a note on 10.35 ('So I vote aye on all', 4:22:24). The full pass does not transcribe the call of Ephros ('I will vote aye on all', 4:22:48, 'aye' p=0.35); the re-transcription of 4:22:35-4:23:00 hears 'So first in Ephros.' (4:22:47) and 'I will vote aye on all' (4:22:50, 'aye' p=0.99). Gilmore is called at 4:25:27 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh. Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro answered 'aye and all' after questions on 10.35 (4:28:40). Clerk announced 'Items 10.24 through 10.35 are approved unanimously. 9-0' at 4:28:40 to 4:29:23.

4:22:01 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Said the pilot uses cameras for parking enforcement only, not data collection, around Bergen Avenue and Journal Square where double parking occurs.
4:24:04 Eleana Little: Said the system blurs faces before imagery is transmitted or stored and captures only vehicles violating parking rules.
4:25:30 Mamta Singh: Said both locations are near public transit, aimed at drivers who park and leave the city.
4:27:38 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Asked how long the pilot would run and whether the city could terminate the one-year contract.
4:28:09 Staff: Said the pilot would run a few months at different locations with results reported to the council, and that the city can terminate if the vendor does not meet the contract's requirements.

10.36 Res. 26-512 resolution

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the City to accept the Fiscal Year 2027 Subregional Transportation Planning Program Grant from the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority and the New Jersey Institute of Technology to enable the City to receive funding for Transportation Planning Activities.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.37 Res. 26-513 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open-end contract to W.B Mason Company, Inc., to provide Custodial Supplies for the Department of Public Works, Division of Solid Waste Recycling.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.38 Res. 26-514 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the public sale of One Hundred and Eighty-Nine Motor Vehicles, through public surplus.com. public online auction.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.39 Res. 26-515 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Rachles/Michele’s Oil Company for the purchase and delivery of diesel fuel under state contract for the Department of Public Works, Administrative Services.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.40 Res. 26-516 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Rachles/Michele’s Oil Company for the purchase and delivery of gasoline under state contract for the Department of Public Works, Administrative Services.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.41 Res. 26-517 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by McCloskey Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for HVAC services.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

8-1 8 ayes, 1 nay, roll call at 4:29:35

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

consent roll call with items 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

4:30:26 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Voted no, saying the claim was for work not under contract at the time and that they had consistently voted against such claims.

10.42 Res. 26-518 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an award of a contract to A.M.E. Inc. for building automation system maintenance and inspection services at multiple city-owned buildings through the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey ("ESCNJ"), formerly Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission ("MRESC"), for the Department of Public Works, Division of Building and Street Maintenance.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.43 Res. 26-519 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open ended contract to Continental Hardware provide lumber and assorted materials for the Department of Public Works, Division of Building and Streets.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.44 Res. 26-520 resolution

A Resolution ratifying an emergency contract award to Pennetta Industrial Automation for emergency inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of Condenser Water Pump No. 1 and failed compressors serving the HVAC unit for the server room located on the second floor at the Department of Works Main Building.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.45 Res. 26-521 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Public Works to accept a Grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection under the Municipal Tonnage Grant Program for the 2023 Recycling Tonnage Grant.

4:29:23 to 4:31:10 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:29:35

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 10.36 to 10.45 (the clerk first called 10.36 through 10.46; see 10.46). Gilmore is called at 4:29:46 and no answer is heard before the call of Singh; Gilmore's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Lavarro voted no on 10.41 and aye on the rest (4:30:26 to 4:30:40). Clerk's recap at 4:30:47: 'Items 10.36 through 10.40 are approved unanimously 9-0. Item 10.41 is approved 8-1' 'for Councilperson Lavarro voting no. Items 10.42 through 10.45 are approved unanimously 9-0' (4:31:10).

10.46 Res. 26-570 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the 3rd renewal of a contract with T.U.C.S. cleaning service inc. for providing janitorial services.

4:29:46 to 4:30:26 · Withdrawn · document

The clerk called items 10.36 through 10.46 (4:29:23). After the call of Lavarro the transcript has 'Did you say 1046. Yes. I have a notation. This is withdrawn. Is that wrong? That's correct. It's withdrawn 1046.' (4:29:46 to 4:29:55), speakers not named; the clerk then said 'So we're going to 45 because 46 was withdrawn' (4:30:05). No reason for the withdrawal was given on the video.

10.48 Res. 26-524 resolution

A Resolution approving the Corrective Action Plan for the Calendar Year ending December 31, 2025.

4:31:21 to 4:31:36 · Withdrawn · document

The clerk said at 4:31:21 'I believe we are withdrawing item 10.48. Is that correct?' and a speaker not named on the transcript said 'Correct.' (4:31:33). The clerk's recap at 4:41:53: 'Item 10.48 has been withdrawn.'

10.47 Res. 26-523 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to accept a gift of various office furniture from LeFrak & Newport Associates Development Company.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.49 Res. 26-525 resolution

A Resolution appointing Sean P. Nolan as Tax Collector for the City of Jersey City.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

5-1-3 5 ayes, 1 nay, 3 abstentions, roll call at 4:31:52

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

consent roll call with items 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

4:32:39 Michael O. Griffin: Abstained on 10.49, saying the city had not searched hard enough within Jersey City for the position, and voted aye on the rest.
4:33:05 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Asked whether Sean P. Nolan is a Jersey City resident and whether residency is required, and abstained, citing talent and institutional knowledge in Jersey City and the payroll tax.
4:36:43 Denise Ridley: Abstained, saying the tax collector may need a residency waiver and that they preferred to take up the waiver at the same time as the appointment.
4:38:15 Staff: Said chapter 53 of the municipal code includes the tax collector among employees covered by the residency requirement and is silent on what happens if a waiver is not obtained.
4:40:51 Frank E. Gilmore: Asked whether the item could be pulled and, told the vote had been taken, changed their vote on 10.49 to no.

10.50 Res. 26-526 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Arnold Landi v. City of Jersey City, et. al.; Docket No. HUD-L-1880-21.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.51 Res. 26-527 resolution

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Amanda Hampton v. City of Jersey City, Docket No. HUD-L-4204-23.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.52 Res. 26-528 resolution

A Resolution to enter into a shared services agreement with the Township of Kearny, the City of Bayonne, the City of Hoboken, and the County of Hudson to assist the Township of Kearny in litigating a summary action related to helicopters affecting the constituencies of the parties.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.53 Res. 26-529 resolution

A Resolution authorizing a Closed Session of the Municipal Council on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:00pm to discuss issues related to pending litigation.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.54 Res. 26-530 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.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.55 Res. 26-531 resolution

Resolution rescinding the ratification of a professional service agreement with the law firm of Kiernan Trebach, LLP and Awarding a Professional Services Agreement to Kiernan Trebach, LLP to be effective as of the date of this Resolution.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.56 Res. 26-532 resolution

A resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid concession contract to Municipal Parking Services, Inc. to install, operate, and maintain Curb Management Enforcement Technology and Services known as SafetySticks in the City of Jersey City.

4:31:36 to 4:42:20 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 4:31:52

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 10.47, 10.49, 10.50, 10.51, 10.52, 10.53, 10.54, 10.55, 10.56 (10.48 withdrawn). Little is called at 4:32:18 and no answer is heard before the call of Gilmore (4:32:20); no re-transcription covers this roll call. Gilmore answered 'Aye' (4:32:22) and at 4:40:51 changed to no on 10.49 ('No on 1049. Eye on all the rest.', 4:41:03). Griffin abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:32:39); Lavarro abstained on 10.49 and voted aye on the rest (4:36:35); Ridley abstained on 10.49 (4:36:43 to 4:37:06) and, after the clerk said at 4:39:34 they were awaiting the council president's vote on the rest, a voice said 'Vote, aye on all the rest' (4:39:59, 'aye' p=0.47). Little's answer on every item, and Ridley's on every item but 10.49, are taken from the minutes and the resolutions' vote tables. Gilmore's change was confirmed by the clerk: 'So, Councilperson Gilmore, you're going to change your vote' (4:40:00), 'I have Gilmore voting no' (4:41:31). Clerk's recap at 4:41:38 to 4:42:20: 10.47 approved unanimously 9-0; 10.48 withdrawn; 10.49 'approved 5-1-3, with Councilperson Gilmore voting no and the following Council members abstaining Griffin, Lavarro, and Council President Ridley'; 10.50 through 10.56 approved unanimously 9-0.

10.57 Res. 26-533 resolution

A Resolution Authorizing Amendments to the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget

4:42:20 to 5:36:17 · Approved · document

9-0 9 ayes, 0 nays, roll call at 5:10:26

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

Vote on introduction of the budget amendment. Every member spoke before answering. Answers: Brooks 'Aye' (5:10:27), Zuppa 'I'm going to vote aye' (5:10:30), Little 'So I vote aye' (5:18:34), Gilmore 'I vote aye, Sean' (5:21:18), Singh 'I vote aye' (5:22:24), Griffin 'I vote aye' (5:24:41), Lavarro 'I vote aye' (5:30:22), Ridley 'I vote aye' (5:36:17). The call of Ephros runs into Ephros's remarks ('Councilperson Ephros to comment on the process...', 5:11:39), which end 'Thank you.' (5:13:13) with no answer heard. Clerk announced 'city resolution 10.57 is introduced unanimously 9-0' at 5:36:17. Ephros's answer is taken from the minutes and the resolution's vote table; the re-transcription of 5:11:32-5:11:55 hears the start of Ephros's remarks and no answer.

5:10:30 Thomas Zuppa, Jr.: Said the amendments bring back the senior bus driver and revenue-generating positions and fund the Museum of Jersey City History for the year.
5:13:20 Eleana Little: Said members were told the state's DCA could review only one amendment package, and listed funding for mental health first responders, the senior bus driver, park maintenance staff, recreation aides and a sustainability position, with $200,000 less police overtime.
5:25:21 Staff: Said the levy with the amendments is $458,568,888.35, a reduction of $1,384,772.37, and the tax rate increase 15.15%.
5:28:35 Rolando R. Lavarro, Jr.: Said the amendment restores the jobs of five of the 31 employees laid off on July 10, and voted yes.
5:30:53 Staff: A speaker addressed as 'Bill' said approximately 11 of the 31 positions had been added back.

The clerk said at 4:31:45 that 10.57 was being held, and read the amendment resolution in full from 4:42:33 to 5:09:48 before the introductory vote. Ridley said the public hearing and vote on the amendment and the final budget vote would be at a special meeting on Wednesday, August 26 at 5 p.m. (5:34:30).

motion-adjourn motion

Motion to adjourn

5:36:51 to 5:37:14 · Approved

Voice vote, no roll call at 5:37:07

Moved by Frank E. Gilmore, seconded by Mamta Singh

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

Motion to adjourn at 11:44 p.m. by Gilmore, seconded by Singh (clerk at 5:36:51 to 5:37:07); approved by acclamation ('By acclamation, all council members present, please say aye. Aye.', 5:37:07 to 5:37:14), no roll call, so no by-member vote is recorded. Clerk: 'We are out of here at 1144 p.m.' at 5:37:14.

Attendance

Items

Motion to add item 10.58, Resolution 26-534, to the agenda

Motion to defer to item 10.58, Resolution 26-534

A Resolution Authorizing that the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget Shall be read by title in accordance With N.J.S.A. 40A:4-8.

An Ordinance amending Chapter 122, Section 4 (E), to establish increased Cash Bond Requirements for successive violations of the conditions of Special Event Permits.

Motion to defer to the public hearing on the 2026-2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District assessment roll and budget

Public Hearing on the 2026 - 2027 Journal Square Special Improvement District Assessment Roll and Budget.

Public Hearing on the CY2026 Municipal Budget

Public request for hearing

Petitions and communications (items 6.1 to 6.56)

Meeting Claims List

Meeting Claims Addendum #1

A Resolution authorizing the cancellation of Grant Receivable Balances and/or Grant Reserve Appropriation Balances (Department of Finance, Division of Grants Administration).

A Resolution authorizing the use of competitive contracting to award a contract for appraisal and valuation consultant services for fixed assets.

A Resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid contract to Adams, Rehmann & Heggan Associates, Inc. T/A Civil Solutions to perform digital tax map maintenance.

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.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Division of Cultural Affairs to accept Grant Funds from Choose New Jersey, Inc. for The World on Central FIFA World Cup 2026 Community Event.

A Resolution amending resolution 25-818 which authorized the award of a contract to Crumdale Specialty on behalf of Express Scripts, SaveOn SP, LLC and RX Benefits for the City of Jersey City prescription benefits' Prescription Benefit Management Administrative Services.

A Resolution amending resolution 25-819, which awarded an agreement with Express Scripts, Inc. to provide a prescription drug plan for Medicare eligible retirees and their Medicare eligible spouses as an Extraordinary Unspecifiable Service (EUS).

A Resolution authorizing to apply and accept Grant Funds from the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Highway Traffic Safety for the Highway Traffic Safety Mobilization FY 2026 Click It or Ticket Program.

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

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

A Resolution ratifying a contract award to Royal Printing Service for printing official election day and sample for the Primary Election on June 2, 2026

A Resolution appointing Stephanie Pabon as a Member of the Jersey City Insurance Fund Commission.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from Petco Love under the Access to Care Grant Program for the Keeping Pets Home Initiative.

A Resolution authorizing the submission of a grant application for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture's FY2027 Child and Adult Care Food Program.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Administration to accept awards from the National Opioid Settlement Funds.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the acceptance of additional 2026 WIC Health Services Grant funding from the New Jersey Department of Health

A Resolution authorizing the Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services (JCHHS) to accept the 2027 WIC Health Services Grant funds from the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH).

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City the Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for the Mental Health Awareness Training Grant Program.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services to apply for and accept a Grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) for the Preventing Drug Overdose Grant Program.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the designation of Saulo Diaz as the Certifying Officer for Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and 24 CFR Part 58.

A Resolution authorizing the Business Administrator to execute a discharge of mortgage encumbering 24 Stegman Street, Jersey City, New Jersey a/k/a Block 24103, Lot 44 f/k/a Block 1473, Lot 5.B.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the Business Administrator to execute a partial Discharge of Mortgage encumbering property located at 307 Bergen Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey aka Block 22405, Lot 4.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the acceptance and execution of a Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Non-Discretionary (ND) grant agreement between the City of Jersey City and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for FY 2026.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the submission of an application to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for Enterprise Zone Assistance Funds for Jersey City UEZ Off Duty Police Program FY 27.

A Resolution of the Municipal Council of the City of Jersey City authorizing the submission of an application to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for Enterprise Zone Assistance Funds for Jersey City UEZ Youth Works Program Phase 2.

A Resolution authorizing a lien against the properties listed herein for the cost of removing litter, debris, etc. in accordance with N.J.S.A.40:48-2.14 and Jersey City Code Section 287-4.

A Resolution ratifying an award of a contract to Verizon Business Network Services/Verizon Select Services for data services under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

A Resolution authorizing an agreement with Edmunds Govtech for the support of Software Systems funded by the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

A Resolution awarding a contract to Millennium Communication Inc. for Cisco Core and LAN Upgrade coverage under State Contract for the Department of Information Technology.

A Resolution ratifying the award of a contract to Dell for Microsoft License renewal under State Contract for the Department of Administration, Division of Information Technology.

A Resolution awarding a professional services agreement to Ronald P. Mondello P.C. to provide legal advice and Counsel to the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board.

A Resolution authorizing an amendment to a professional services contract agreement with the Street Plans Collaborative, Inc., to provide On-Call Transportation Planning and Design Services on various projects.

A Resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid contract to Automotus, Inc. to install, operate, and maintain Curb Management Enforcement Technology and Services in the City of Jersey City.

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open-end contract to W.B Mason Company, Inc., to provide Custodial Supplies for the Department of Public Works, Division of Solid Waste Recycling.

A Resolution authorizing the public sale of One Hundred and Eighty-Nine Motor Vehicles, through public surplus.com. public online auction.

A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Rachles/Michele’s Oil Company for the purchase and delivery of diesel fuel under state contract for the Department of Public Works, Administrative Services.

A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Rachles/Michele’s Oil Company for the purchase and delivery of gasoline under state contract for the Department of Public Works, Administrative Services.

A Resolution authorizing the payment of a claim submitted by McCloskey Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for HVAC services.

A Resolution authorizing the award of an open ended contract to Continental Hardware provide lumber and assorted materials for the Department of Public Works, Division of Building and Streets.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City Department of Public Works to accept a Grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection under the Municipal Tonnage Grant Program for the 2023 Recycling Tonnage Grant.

A Resolution authorizing the 3rd renewal of a contract with T.U.C.S. cleaning service inc. for providing janitorial services.

A Resolution approving the Corrective Action Plan for the Calendar Year ending December 31, 2025.

A Resolution authorizing the City of Jersey City to accept a gift of various office furniture from LeFrak & Newport Associates Development Company.

A Resolution appointing Sean P. Nolan as Tax Collector for the City of Jersey City.

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Arnold Landi v. City of Jersey City, et. al.; Docket No. HUD-L-1880-21.

A Resolution authorizing the settlement of the action entitled Amanda Hampton v. City of Jersey City, Docket No. HUD-L-4204-23.

A Resolution to enter into a shared services agreement with the Township of Kearny, the City of Bayonne, the City of Hoboken, and the County of Hudson to assist the Township of Kearny in litigating a summary action related to helicopters affecting the constituencies of the parties.

A Resolution authorizing a Closed Session of the Municipal Council on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 5:00pm to discuss issues related to pending litigation.

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.

Resolution rescinding the ratification of a professional service agreement with the law firm of Kiernan Trebach, LLP and Awarding a Professional Services Agreement to Kiernan Trebach, LLP to be effective as of the date of this Resolution.

A resolution authorizing the award of a competitively bid concession contract to Municipal Parking Services, Inc. to install, operate, and maintain Curb Management Enforcement Technology and Services known as SafetySticks in the City of Jersey City.

A Resolution Authorizing Amendments to the Calendar Year 2026 Municipal Budget

Motion to adjourn