July 12, 2026
Jersey City council rejects estimated tax bill plan
A proposal tied to a 15% property tax increase failed after debate over a $255 million deficit, state approval, and how soon residents would feel the hit.
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Every Sundays edition for Jersey City, NJ in 2026. 5 weekly recaps of council, school board, and planning board decisions. Latest in 2026: Jersey City council rejects estimated tax bill plan.
June 28, 2026
Council adopts $9,598,590 capital spending ordinance
The 7-2 vote sends nearly $9.6 million from Jersey City
Read full edition →June 21, 2026
Jersey City repurposes $9.56 million for capital work
The ordinance would shift existing capital fund balance into street resurfacing, technology, public works equipment, and upgrades at Municipal Court and Bishop Street.
Read full edition →June 14, 2026
Jersey City council adopts Grand Street tax abatement
The council approved Ordinance 25-101 on a 6-2-1 vote for a Grand Street project with 400 units, including 62 affordable homes.
Read full edition →June 7, 2026
Jersey City marks park’s 75th anniversary
A council resolution put Marty Manic Inright Memorial Park’s 75th anniversary on the agenda, though the caucus discussion added little beyond the formal recognition.
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