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East OrangeNJ averageUS Census ACS
Population
69,183
Per-capita income
$32,796
Median home value
$315,500
Bachelor's or higher
23%
Typical home value $481,308 -0.8% yr/yr · +33.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$426.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$507.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$101.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$99.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$7,362 (FY2023)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025123 housing units ($17.1M)
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Mayor 2025-11-04
Ted R. Green ✓ 15,479
Mayor (DEM) 2025-06-10
Ted R. GREEN ✓ 6,758 · Narda MORANT 1,602

Recent meetings

Mon Aug 24, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council holds CY 2026 departmental budget hearings

The East Orange City Council is holding departmental budget hearings for calendar year 2026 over three days (August 25-27, 2026). Each day features presentations from various city departments, including police, fire, public works, and health. The agenda also includes an open hearing for citizens, with a three-minute speaking limit per person. This is a procedural budget review meeting, not a final vote on the budget.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL DEPARTMENTAL CY 2026 BUDGET HEARINGS Amy Lewis Bergson Leneus City Council Chairwoman Finance Chairman First Ward Second Ward Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Third Ward Fourth Ward Bergson Leneus Casim Gomez Vernon Pullins, Jr. Tameika Garrett-Ward Fifth Ward Alicia Holman Naiima H. Fauntleroy CITY COUNCIL CY 2025 DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET HEARINGS ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT Tuesday, August 25, 2026 Alcohol Beverage Control Board Office of Corporation Counsel Department of Human Resources Library Board of Trustees Department of Taxation Tax Collector Department of Health & Human Services Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Water Commission Municipal Court Finance (Procurement) Department of Public Works Department of Code Enforcement Department of Public Safety -Division of Police -Division of Fire -Office of Emergency Management Office of the Mayor -Mayor’s Office of Employment & Training -Division of Senior Services -Public Information Office 1 Thursday, August 27, 2026 Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department of Policy, Planning & Development Office of the City Administrator -Information Technology -Public Defenders Office of the City Clerk Office of the City Council Please Note: This schedule is subject to change OPEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026

City Council

City Council sets 2026 proposed budget hearing schedule

The East Orange City Council is announcing the schedule for public hearings on the 2026 proposed budget, spread across three days in late August. The hearings will cover various city departments, boards, and offices, with each day featuring a specific set of agencies.

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PUBLIC NOTICE 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET HEARING SCHEDULE 8/25/2026 - Tuesday ABC Office of Corp Counsel Human Resources Library Board of Trustees Department of Taxation Tax Collector Dept. of Health & Human Services PaAPonsa “ 8/26/2026 - Wednesday Water Commission Municipal Court Finance (Procurement) Department of Public Works Code Enforcement Department of Public Safety > Police > Fire > OEM PA PwOn = 8/27/2026 - Thursday 1. Dept. of Recreation & Cultural Affairs 2. Planning & Economic Development 3. Office of the City Administrator > Information Technology > Public Defenders 4. Office of the Mayor > Mayor’s Office of Employment & Training >» Division of Senior Services > Public Information 5. Office of the City Clerk 6. Office of the City Council
Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

East Orange Council to vote on mandatory child window guards with fines

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 30 of 2026, which would require landlords to install child-protection window guards in residential units where children aged 10 or younger live or regularly stay. The ordinance establishes fines of $250 to $2,000 per offense for non-compliance, along with other enforcement actions. It also mandates lease disclosures and annual tenant notices about window guard rights.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 30 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 159-44 AND CHAPTER 159-123, OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED "WINDOWS IN RESIDENCES" TO ESTABLISH FINES AND PENALTIES AND A NEW SUBSECTION FOR CHILD-PROTECTION WINDOW GUARDS PURPOSE: An Ordinance Amending and Supplementing Chapter 159-44 and Chapter 159-123, of The City Code Entitled “Windows in Residences” to establish fines and penalties and a New Subsection for Child-Protection Window Guards WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of East Orange recognizes that the protection of children is a fundamental public safety responsibility of municipal government; and WHEREAS, accidental falls from residential windows are a documented cause of serious injury and death among young children; and WHEREAS, such incidents are largely preventable through the installation of properly designed and maintained child-protection window guards; and WHEREAS, residential safety infrastructure is an essential component of 'community health, housing security, and family protection; and WHEREAS, children under the age of ten (10) are particularly vulnerable to fall-related injuries due to developmental, cognitive, and physical limitations; and WHEREAS, landlords and property owners exercise control over building safety features and are in the best position to implement preventative safety measures; and WHEREAS, the State of New Jersey has …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on restructuring City Council administrative office

The East Orange City Council is considering Ordinance No. 32 of 2026, which amends Chapter 5, Article XXVII of the City Code to update the structure and duties of the Administrative Office of City Council. The ordinance changes the Director's term from one to two years, updates titles (e.g., Chairman to Chairperson), and clarifies the Director's responsibilities. This is a routine administrative matter with no fiscal or zoning implications.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 32 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 5 ARTICLE XXVII OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF CITY COUNCIL" PURPOSE: An Ordinance Amending and Supplementing Chapter 5, Article XXVII of the City Code entitled “Administrative Office of City Council” NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of East Orange that Chapter 5, Article XXVII of the Code of the City of East Orange is hereby amended and supplemented as follows: Section 1. (Amended Sections Only) . § 5-142. Director; Principal Legislative Officer; Legislative Information Officer. A. There is hereby established the office of Director of the Administrative Office of the City Council. The Director shall be a City officer appointed by the Mayor City Council and confirmed by the City Council for a term of one two years. B. There shall also be the positions of Principal Legislative Officer and Legislative Information Officer, who shall be City officers appointed and confirmed in the same manner as the Director. C. The Director, Principal Legislative Officer and the Legislation Information Officer shall be qualified by experience and training to perform the duties as set forth in this article. § 5-143. Duties of Director. The Director, under the supervision of the Chairman Chairperson of the City Council, shall perform the following duties: A. Administer, supervise and …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on banning data centers citywide and multiple redevelopment deals

The East Orange City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings and final votes on several ordinances, including a ban on data centers and high-intensity computational facilities in all zoning districts, and amendments to land-use regulations. The council will also consider numerous resolutions on the consent and regular agendas, covering contracts, appointments, redevelopment agreements, and pool policies. Several redevelopment agreements and property transfers are up for approval, along with first-reading ordinances on cannabis regulations and a hotel tax repeal.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman @EOCITYCOUNCIL Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US 6:00PM 2 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance No. 26 of 2026 Ordinance Amending Chapter 51 (Land Use) of the Code of the City of East Orange by Creating § 51-91.1, “Data Centers and High-Intensity Computational Facilities Prohibited”, and prohibiting such uses in all Zoning Districts Ordinance No. 27 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 51 “Land Use” Subsection 51-5 “Definitions”, Subsection 51-99 “Use Regulations for Commercial Districts”, and Schedule A of Chapter 51 “Table of Use Regulations for Commercial Districts” of the Code of the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, New Jersey Ordinance No. 28 of 2026 Ordinance of the City of East Orange Superseding Ordinance No. 17 of 2026 and Amending Ordinance No. 5 of 2026 to Revise Paragraph 3 Thereof, Authorizing the Transfer of Certain City-Owned Property Commonly known as 229 North Munn Avenue, East Orange, New Jersey, Block 271.01, Lot 19.05 on the City of East Orange Official Tax Map, Pursuant to N.J.S.A.40:11A-22(b) Ordinance No. 29 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending the Amendment to the Sussex Area Redevelopment Plan Pursuant to the Loc …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council to vote on banning data centers citywide

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 26 of 2026, which would prohibit data centers and high-intensity computational facilities in all zoning districts. The ordinance defines these facilities broadly and includes enforcement and penalty provisions. The council is deciding whether to adopt this ban.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 26 OF 2026 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 51 (LAND USE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE BY CREATING § 51-91.1, "DATA CENTERS AND HIGH-INTENSITY COMPUTATIONAL FACILITIES PROHIBITED," AND PROHIBITING SUCH USES IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS PURPOSE: Ordinance Amending Chapter 51 (Land Use) of the Code of the City of East Orange By Creating § 51-91.1, “Data Centers and High-Intensity Computational Facilities Prohibited”, and prohibiting such uses in all Zoning Districts WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of East Orange (the "City Council") is vested with zoning authority pursuant to the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law, N.J.S.A. 40:55D-1 et seq. (the "MLUL"), including but not limited to the power to regulate land use, to designate permitted and prohibited uses within all zoning districts, and to amend the municipal zoning ordinance consistent with the adopted Master Plan; and WHEREAS, Chapter 51 of the Municipal Code of the City of East Orange (the "Land Use Ordinance") governs zoning, land use, and development within the City and enumerates permitted, conditional, and prohibited uses in each zoning district; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that data centers and substantially similar high-intensity computational facilities, including but not limited to co-location facilities, hyperscale computing campuses, artificial intelligence processing centers, cloud computing nodes, server farms, …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on Sussex Area Redevelopment Plan zoning changes

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 29 of 2026, which amends the Sussex Area Redevelopment Plan in the Fourth Ward. The amendment revises zoning standards in the ARC-2 Mixed Use Residential/Retail District, including increasing the maximum building height from 5 to 6 stories and from 65 to 75 feet, and adjusting parking requirements. The plan area includes the former Arcadian Gardens housing complex site and Sussex Mall, and has been amended several times since 2004.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 29 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE AMENDMENT TO THE SUSSEX AREA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING LAW, N.J.S.A. 40:12A-1, ET SEQ. PURPOSE: An Ordinance Amending the Amendment to the Sussex Area Redevelopment Plan Pursuant to the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law. WHEREAS, the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A. 40:12A-1 et seq. (the “LRHL”) provides the statutory basis for municipalities for encouraging land redevelopment, and authorizes municipalities to determine whether certain parcels of land within the municipality constitute an area in need of redevelopment and create redevelopment plans; and WHEREAS, on May 6, 2026, the City’s Principal Planner, Alexander McClean, presented an amendment to the CAC subdistrict, which was approved and memorialized in a resolution; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Council of the City of East Orange, that the following subsection of the Transit Village District Redevelopment Plan shall be hereby amended to read as follows: I. Introduction & Project Description The Sussex Area Redevelopment (“District”) is situated in the Fourth Ward of the City of East Orange, Essex County, New Jersey. The area is characterized by a mix of uses and zones. The area has long been an important component of the City’s overall revitalization and housing strategy, by virtue of its proximity and accessibility to …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council votes on data center ban and 100-unit housing project

The East Orange City Council is holding a committee meeting to review resolutions and ordinances. Key decisions include prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts, amending the Transit Village redevelopment plan to reduce a project from 115 to 100 units, and adopting new swimming pool safety rules. The council also reviews financial items, including payroll and contract renewals.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday August 17, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. PEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step up to the microphone, give his or her name in an audible tone for the record and unless further time is granted by the Presiding Officer, shall limit remarks to three minutes. All members of the public are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any derogatory, abusive or threatening statements will not be permitted. The Chair will immediately rule such conduct out of order and terminate any further com …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to consider multiple redevelopment agreements and cannabis ordinance changes

The East Orange City Council is holding a committee meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including several redevelopment agreements, zoning ordinances, and financial resolutions. Key actions include designating developers for scattered-site properties, amending the cannabis ordinance, and approving various contracts and payments. The agenda also includes ordinances on second reading, such as prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday August 17, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. OPEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step up to the microphone, give his or her name in an audible tone for the record and unless further time is granted by the Presiding Officer, shall limit remarks to three minutes. All members of the public are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any derogatory, abusive or threatening statements will not be permitted. The Chair will immediately rule such conduct out of order and terminate any further co …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on limits for certain businesses along commercial corridors

The City Council is considering Ordinance 27 of 2026, which would amend the land use code to restrict the establishment of certain commercial uses—such as liquor stores, pharmacies, barbershops, beauty salons, smoke shops, hookah lounges, formula restaurants, and laundromats—within 1,320 feet (one-quarter mile) of another business of the same type. The restriction would apply along Main Street/Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, Central Avenue, and other listed corridors, as well as in C-1 and C-2 zoning districts, with exceptions for redevelopment areas and possible relief via a use variance. The ordinance also updates definitions and the Table of Use Regulations for Commercial Districts.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 27 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 51 “LAND USE” SUBSECTION 51-5 “DEFINITIONS”, SUBSECTION 51-99 “USE REGULATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS”, AND SCHEDULE A OF CHAPTER 51 “TABLE OF USE REGULATIONS FOR COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS” OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, IN THE COUNTY OF ESSEX, NEW JERSEY PURPOSE: An Ordinance Amending Chapter 51 “Land Use” Subsection 51-5 “Definitions”, Subsection 51-99 “Use Regulations for Commercial Districts”, and Schedule A Of Chapter 51 “Table Use Regulations for Commercial Districts” WHEREAS, the City of East Orange seeks to create a more diverse economy with a wider range of different businesses along the City’s major commercial corridors; and WHEREAS, in the City’s 2025 Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) 5-Year Plan, the first strategy of the first goal of stimulating business growth in throughout the UEZ areas is to “…invest in target campaigns to attract businesses that can enhance the appeal of the City as a destination through both market and financial assistance packages. Special attention will be paid to attract businesses and staffing for uses that are most appropriate for the City.”; and WHEREAS, the “Outline of Proposed Metrics and Measurements of Success” for the first strategy of the first goal of the City’s UEZ 5-Year Plan is the “[n]umber of participating businesses, increasing in the diversity of product/service offered within the City”; and …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to finalize transfer of 229 North Munn Ave to Parking Authority

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 28 of 2026, which supersedes a prior ordinance and amends an earlier one to properly authorize the transfer of city-owned property at 229 North Munn Avenue to the East Orange Parking Authority for use as a public surface parking lot. The amendment removes the requirement for shared services and revenues in exchange for the transfer. This is a procedural correction to ensure the amendment is legally complete.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 28 OF 2026 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE SUPERSEDING ORDINANCE NO. 17 OF 2026 AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5 OF 2026 TO REVISE PARAGRAPH 3 THEREOF, AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN CITY-OWNED PROPERTY COMMONLY KNOWN AS 229 NORTH MUNN AVENUE, EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY, BLOCK 271.01, LOT 19.05 ON THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE OFFICIAL TAX MAP, PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40:11A- 22(b) PURPOSE: Ordinance of the City of East Orange Superseding Ordinance No. 17 of 2026 and Amending Ordinance No. 5 of 2026 to revise Paragraph 3 Thereof, Authorizing The Transfer of certain city-owned Property Commonly known as 229 North Munn Avenue, East Orange, New Jersey, Block 271.01, Lot 19.05 on the City of East Orange Official Tax Map, Pursuant to N.J.S.A.40:11A-22(b) WHEREAS, the City of East Orange (hereinafter the "City") is the owner of certain real property within the City commonly known as 229 North Munn Avenue, City of East Orange, County of Essex, State of New Jersey (hereinafter the "Property"); and WHEREAS, the Parking Authority of the City of East Orange (hereinafter the "EOPA") has a stated public purpose to provide off-street parking facilities for the benefit of the public and to aid traffic flow in and around the City of East Orange pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:1lA-6 et seq.; and WHEREAS, the City adopted Ordinance No. 5-2026 on March 9, 2026, authorizing the conveyance of the …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026

City Council

Council to raise certificate of habitability fees

The City Council is considering Ordinance No. 31 of 2026, which would increase fees for certificates of habitability. The standard fee would rise from $100 to $125, and the fee for new developments or substantially rehabilitated units of 10 or more would go from $75 to $100. Fees for second and subsequent reinspections would also increase from $75 to $100. The Housing Authority remains exempt from these fees under certain hardship conditions.

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THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY ORDINANCE NO. 31 OF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 159, ARTICLE V OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED "VIOLATIONS; NOTICES AND ABATEMENT; CERTIFICATES" PURPOSE: An Ordinance Amending and Supplementing Chapter 159, Article V of the City Code entitled “Violations; Notices and Abatement; Certificates” NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of East Orange that Chapter 159, Article V of the Code of the City of East Orange is hereby amended and supplemented as follows: Section 1. (Amended Sections Only) § 159-46 Fee for certificate of habitability. l1l [Amended 4-12-1971 by Ord. No. 15-1971; 11-25-1974 by Ord. No. 61-1974] A. The fee for the issuance of a certificate of habitability shall be $100 $125, except in the case of new developments and substantially rehabilitated units of 10 or more, for which the fee for issuance of a certificate of habitability shall be $75 $100. The first reinspection shall be no charge. The fee for the second and subsequent reinspections shall be $75 $100. [Amended 2-28-1983 by Ord. No. 7-1983; 6-10-1987 by Ord. No. 18-1987; 7-20- 1992 by Ord. No. 16-1992; 11-8-1993 by Ord. No. 10-1993; 2-22-1999 by Ord. No. 4- 1999; 5-12-2014 by Ord. No. 6-2014] B. The Housing Authority of the City of East Orange shall be exempted from the requirements of this section, provided that the Public Officer, in his discretion, finds said f …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council to discuss CY 2026 budget at special meeting

The East Orange City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the CY 2026 budget, led by the Finance committee. The agenda includes a public hearing for citizen comments. No formal votes are listed; the meeting is primarily for discussion.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday August 12, 2026 6:00 PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday August 12, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a Special City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. FINANCE- BERGSON LENEUS Fauntleroy, Holman, Awe Discussion of CY 2026 Budget OPEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step up to the microphone, give his or her name in an audible tone for the record and unless further time is granted by the Presiding Officer, shall limit remarks to three minutes. All members of the public are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any derogatory, abusive or threatening statements will not be permitted. The Chair will …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026

Planning & Zoning Boards

Zoning board to memorialize denial of front-yard parking variance

The East Orange Zoning Board of Adjustment is meeting to memorialize minutes from June 10, 2026, and to adopt a resolution denying a bulk variance for front-yard parking at 103 S. Burnett Street. No new or old business is scheduled. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom.

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ZB Regular Meeting August 12, 2026 1 44 CITY HALL PLAZA, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07018 REGULAR MEETING VIA ZOOM at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Please click the link below to join virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84561003681?pwd=iOvLtKiCRSWkk5aGy7awgYP73Ncq4z.1 Passcode: 015703 Join our meeting by phone: (646) 931-3860 or ( 929) 205-6099 Webinar ID: 845 6100 3681 Passcode: 015703 AGENDA The Chairman Reserves the Right to Revise the Order Of The Agenda As Needed I. CALL TO ORDER A. Reading of the Sunshine Law B. Roll Call C. Determination of a Quorum II. MEMORIALIZATION OF MINUTES OF JUNE 10, 2026 Commissioners eligible to vote: Athill, Green, Harrison, Johnson, Jones, Moses, McClinton-Watson. EAST ORANGE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT TED R. GREEN, MAYOR Jennifer Hudson, Chairperson Alicia Cohen, Director FAX: (862) 930-7804 PHONE: (973) 266-5486 Shirley McClinton-Watson, Vice-Chairperson Janis Nelson Land Use Administrator ZB Regular Meeting August 12, 2026 2 III. MEMORIALIZATION OF RESOLUTIONS 1. ZBA-25-0003 Denied July 8, 2026 APPLICANT : Everetta Harper PROPERTY ADDRESS: 103 S. Burnett Street (Block 522, Lot 4) PRESENTER: Charles Schmidt, AIA PROJECT DESCRIPTION: In accordance with Chapter 51, the applicant seeks bulk variance approval to create front yard parking. This site is located in the TR-2 zone where the use is not permitted. IV. …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council to discuss CY2026 budget at special meeting

The East Orange City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss budget-related matters for the CY2026 Budget. Formal action may be taken, though the agenda does not specify particular items.

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THE CITY of EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY TED R. GREEN, MAYOR OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, N.].07018 (973) 266-5110 = FAX: (862) 930-7812 CYNTHIA S. BROWN, RMC/CMC City Clerk cynthia brown@eastoramge-nj.gov PUBLIC NOTICE In accordance with the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, Public Notice is hereby given that the East Orange City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. The purpose of this Special Meeting is to discuss budget-related matters pertaining to the CY2026 Budget. Said Meeting will take place at East Orange City Hall, 44 City Hall Plaza, East Orange, New Jersey, in the City Council Chambers. Formal action may be taken. Amy Lewis Bergson Leneus Justin R. Brown City Council Chairwoman Finance Chairman Deputy City Clerk
Wed Aug 5, 2026

Planning & Zoning Boards

Planning Board to hear 3 subdivision applications and 1 variance request

The East Orange Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to consider three subdivision applications and one variance request. No specific project names or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2026.

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1. Planning Board Regular Meeting Agenda 8-5-2026 Documents: 80526 (1).PDF
Fri Jul 31, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council to introduce Calendar Year 2026 Budget

The City Council will meet to introduce the 2026 budget and discuss financial applications. The body is also considering a contract amendment for pool maintenance and the cancellation of specific trust fund balances.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday, JULY 31, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday July 31, 2026 5:30 P.M. SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG ARTS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS- TAMEIKA GARRETT-WARD Awe, Gomez, Monk Resolutions 1-273 Resolution Amending The Award Of A Non-Fair And Open Contract To ABCS Pool Service, Inc For Municipal Poo! Maintenance Services FINANCE- BERGSON LENEUS Fauntleroy, Holman, Awe Resolutions 1-274 — Introduction Of Calendar Year 2026 Budget 1-275 Resolution Authorizing An Application To The Local Finance Board Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 40A:A:4-45.3ee 1-276 Resolution Authorizing The City of East Orange To Submit A Transitional Aid Application For Calendar Year 2026 1-277 Resolution To C …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026

City Council

East Orange City Council holds special meeting with bond and contract votes

The East Orange City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on multiple resolutions, including a contract amendment for municipal pool maintenance and bond ordinances totaling up to $18 million. The council will also introduce the 2026 budget and hear public comments under the Open Public Meeting Act.

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§ @EOCITYCOUNCIL CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday, JULY 31, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday July 31, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. ARTS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS- TAMEIKA GARRETT-WARD Awe, Gomez, Monk Resolutions 1-273 FINANCE- BERGSON LENEUS Fauntleroy, Holman, Awe Resolutions 1-274 1-275 1-276 1-277 1-278 1-279 Resolution Amending The Award Of A Non-Fair And Open Contract To ABCS Pool Service, Inc For Municipal Pool Maintenance Services Resolution Authorizing An Application To The Local Finance Board Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 40A:A:4-45.3ee Resolution Authorizing The City of East Orange To Submit A Transitional Aid Application For Calendar Year 2026 Resolution To Canc …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026

City Council

Council to introduce 2026 budget, issue up to $29.6M in bonds and notes

The East Orange City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several financial resolutions, including amending a pool maintenance contract, applying for state aid, and authorizing the sale of up to $18 million in general improvement bonds and $11.6 million in bond anticipation notes. The council will also introduce the calendar year 2026 budget. A public hearing and citizen comments are scheduled.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday, JULY 31, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Friday July 31, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. ARTS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS- TAMEIKA GARRETT-WARD Awe, Gomez, Monk Resolutions 1-273 FINANCE- BERGSON LENEUS Fauntleroy, Holman, Awe Resolutions 1-274 1-275 1-276 1-277 1-278 1-279 Resolution Amending The Award Of A Non-Fair And Open Contract To ABCS Pool Service, Inc For Municipal Pool Maintenance Services Resolution Authorizing An Application To The Local Finance Board Pursuant To N.J.S.A. 40A:A:4-45.3ee Resolution Authorizing The City of East Orange To Submit A Transitional Aid Application For Calendar Year 2026 Resolution To Cancel Cer …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Board of Health

Board of Health reviews public health programs and licensing updates

The East Orange Board of Health will discuss progress on nursing internship programs, community communication efforts, and licensing regulations for personal care services. Updates include documentation status for a local development site and mental health patient data trends.

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EAST ORANGE BOARD OF HEALTH REGULAR MEETING East Orange Department of Health and Human Resources 143 New Street East Orange, New Jersey 07017 July 21, 2026 5:30 p.m. AGENDA 1 | P a g e City of East Orange NEW JERSEY Meeting called by: President Harris Reading of the Open Public Meeting Act Call to order: Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81432305577?pwd=QvVOusc8agnbb8gwJr4xBnTfNJw475.1 Meeting ID: 814 3230 5577 Passcode: 264 void(0).url Approval of Meeting Minutes for June16, 2026 President Announcement: Topics of interest 1. Progress of the public health and nursing internship programs 2. Update on efforts to improve community communication. 3. Status of final documentation needed from the developer for the 33 Evergreen location. 4. Update on HD inclusion on City’s website 5. CareWell data on patients with mental health issues, inpatient vs outpatient. 6. Update on hiring 2 REHS vacant positions. Board Legal Council: Attorney Emeka Madubuogo 1. Licensing- Mercantile License- regulate operation of hair and nail salons, eyebrow tenting/dying and tattooing, barber shops parlors, etc. Health Department Updates:
Thu Jul 16, 2026

Planning & Zoning Boards

Public hearing for 142-144 Halsted Street development

This special Planning Board meeting includes public hearings for proposed developments at 142 and 144 Halsted Street, with documents from Halsted Street Dev LLC. No other items are listed beyond the hearing-related files.

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Planning Board Special Meeting Agenda 7-16-2026 PB 71626 SPEC.PDF Hearing Documents 7-16-2026 FINAL 142 HALSTED SPECIAL LEGAL AD 2.PDF HALSTE STREET DEV LLC PUBLICATION 2.PDF HALSTE STREET DEV LLC PUBLICATION.PDF HALSTED 142144HALSTED DEVELOPMENT LLC-1810.PDF 142 HALSTED SPECIAL LEGAL AD.PDF 144 HALSTED SPECIAL LEGAL AD.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

City Council authorizes $8.1 million bond to fund emergency deferred charges

The East Orange City Council meeting will consider a range of resolutions and ordinances, including contract renewals, planning board directives, and a new ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts. It will also vote on professional service contracts and multiple bond authorizations, notably an $8.1 million refunding bond to cover deferred charges from 2025. Additional items include settlement of litigation and various public‑service approvals.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday July 13, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. OPEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step up to the microphone, give his or her name in an audible tone for the record and unless further time is granted by the Presiding Officer, shall limit remarks to three minutes. All members of the public are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any derogatory, abusive or threatening statements will not be permitted. The Chair will immediately rule such conduct out of order and terminate any further comme …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

East Orange Council to consider $11.6 million in refunding bonds

The City Council is holding public hearings and final votes on two bond ordinances to restructure debt and fund deferred charges. The body will also consider ordinances to prohibit data centers and amend land use and redevelopment plans.

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DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman @EOCITYCOUNCIL Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US 6:00PM 2 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC HEARING Bond Ordinance No. 24 of 2026 Refunding Bond Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of Not to Exceed $3,500,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026 (Federally Taxable) by the City of east Orange, In the County of Essex, State of New Jersey for the Purpose of Restructuring a Portion of Its Outstanding Debt and Appropriating the Proceeds Therefor and Financing the Cost Thereof Bond Ordinance No. 25 of 2026 A Refunding Bond Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of $8, 100,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of Refunding Bonds and/or Notes by the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, for the Purpose of Funding an Emergency Temporary Appropriation to Fund $7,987,070.27 in Deferred Charges from the 2025 Calendar Year PRESENTATIONS MINUTES Minutes can be viewed Here: http://www.tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. Correspondence received July 10, 2026 from Matrix New World Engineering Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, P.C. regarding Revised Classification Ex …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on $11.6M in bond refunding and new data-center ban

The East Orange City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on two bond ordinances totaling $11.6 million to restructure existing debt and cover deferred 2025 charges. It will also introduce an ordinance to prohibit data centers in all zoning districts and consider multiple contracts, appointments, and fee adjustments.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman @EOCITYCOUNCIL Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US 6:00PM 2 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, July 13, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC HEARING Bond Ordinance No. 24 of 2026 Refunding Bond Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of Not to Exceed $3,500,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2026 (Federally Taxable) by the City of east Orange, In the County of Essex, State of New Jersey for the Purpose of Restructuring a Portion of Its Outstanding Debt and Appropriating the Proceeds Therefor and Financing the Cost Thereof Bond Ordinance No. 25 of 2026 A Refunding Bond Ordinance Authorizing the Issuance of $8, 100,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of Refunding Bonds and/or Notes by the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, for the Purpose of Funding an Emergency Temporary Appropriation to Fund $7,987,070.27 in Deferred Charges from the 2025 Calendar Year PRESENTATIONS MINUTES Minutes can be viewed Here: http://www.tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. Correspondence received July 10, 2026, from Matrix New World Engineering Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture, P.C. regarding Revised Classification Exception Area (CEA) Notification …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning & Zoning Boards

Zoning Board meets; agenda shows only one property reference

The agenda for the East Orange Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on July 8, 2026, contains a public notice, Zoom link, and documents for a property at 103 S Burnett Street. No specific applications, ordinances, or decisions are described in the provided text; the agenda is largely procedural and lacking substantive detail.

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Zoning Board Regular Meeting Agenda 7-8-2026 70826 .PDF Hearing Documents 7-8-2026 103 S BURNETT ST - A-001_SS.JPG PUBLIC NOTICE OF ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING WEDNESDAY JULY 8 2026 AT 7PM (002).PDF Zoom Link 7-8-2026 ZONING BOARD JULY8TH ZOOM LINK FOR PUBLIC NOTICE.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents: 3. Documents:
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning & Zoning Boards

Planning Board to hear subdivision application for 81 N 15th Street

The East Orange Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on July 1, 2026. The agenda includes a subdivision application for 81 North 15th Street and a review of revised plans for 121 Hollywood. The meeting will be held via Zoom as indicated by a posted public notice link.

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Planning Board Regular Meeting Agenda 7-1-2026 70126 REV.PDF Hearing Documents 7-1-2026 81 N 15TH STREET FILED APPLICATION.PDF 81 NORTH FIFTEENTH STREET EAST ORANGE - EXISTING SURVEY TOPO (6- 26-26).PDF 81 NORTH FIFTEENTH STREET EAST ORANGE - SUBDIVISION (6-26-26).PDF LEGAL NOTICE 81 NORTH 15TH STREET.PDF PLANNING BOARD JULY 1ST ZOOM LINK FOR PUBLIC NOTICE.PDF 81 N 15TH STREET - ZONING DRAWINGS 06-26-2026 SIGNED30.PDF 81 NORTH 15TH STREET_PLANNING REVIEW_06.30.2026.PDF 121 HOLLYWOOD REVISED PLANS PER PB COMMENTS.PDF 1. Documents: 2. Documents:
Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on $23.5M in tax anticipation notes and refunding bonds

The City Council will hold public hearings on four ordinances, including amendments to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan, long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House and 150 N. Arlington Ave, and a stop sign ordinance. The Finance Committee proposes resolutions authorizing $23.5 million in tax anticipation notes, two refunding bond issues totaling $11.6 million, and an emergency appropriation of $7.99 million. A shared service agreement with Orange Township for health officer services is also on the consent agenda.

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DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 22, 2026 AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman @EOCITYCOUNCIL Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US 6:00PM 2 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 8, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance No. 20 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending the East Orange Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan Pursuant to the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A.40:12a-1, Et seq Ordinance No. 21 of 2026 An Ordinance of the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, Approving a Long Term Tax Exemption and Authorizing the Execution of a Financial Agreement by and between the City of East Orange and Heritage House Preservation L.P., Pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40a:20-1 et seq Ordinance No. 22 of 2026 An Ordinance of the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, Approving a Long Term Tax Exemption and Authorizing the Execution of a Financial Agreement by and between the City of East Orange and 150 N. Arlington Ave Propco, LLC, Pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40a:20-1 et seq Ordinance No. 23 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending and Supplementing Article II Chapter 260-9 of the City Code Entitled “Stop Intersections” To Provide for the Creation of Stop Signs …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss $23.5M borrowing, emergency appropriation, and Heritage House tax exemption

At this committee meeting, the East Orange City Council will discuss multiple financial items, including authorizing up to $23.5 million in tax anticipation notes, an emergency temporary appropriation of $7,987,070.27 to cover deferred charges from 2025, and estimated property tax billing for the third quarter of 2026. The council will also consider first-reading ordinances for a long-term tax exemption with Heritage House Preservation L.P. and refunding bonds totaling $11.6 million, along with second-reading ordinances for a scattered sites redevelopment plan amendment and additional tax exemption agreements. Other items include a shared service agreement with Orange Township for health officer services and approval of payroll and bills.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING *DRAFT* Monday June 22, 2026 5:30PM AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman FIRST WARD SECOND WARD THIRD WARD Christopher D. James Christopher Awe Bergson Leneus Amy Lewis Sammed R. Monk Vernon Pullins, Jr. FOURTH WARD FIFTH WARD Casim L. Gomez Alicia Holman Tameika Garrett-Ward Naiima H. Fauntleroy Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US @EOCITYCOUNCIL EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, June 22, 2026 5:30 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG SILENT PRAYER SUNSHINE LAW STATEMENT This meeting, which conforms with the provisions of the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, is a regular official City Council Meeting. Notices have been filed with our official newspaper, with the City Clerk, and posted on the regular bulletin board. The public is permitted to participate where stipulated on the agenda. OPEN HEARING OF CITIZENS Pursuant to Article IV, Section 3 of the Rules of City Council, each person wishing to address the Council, shall step up to the microphone, give his or her name in an audible tone for the record and unless further time is granted by the Presiding Officer, shall limit remarks to three minutes. All members of the public are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner. Any derogatory, abusive or threatening statements will not be permitted. The Chair will immediately rule such conduct out of order and terminate any furth …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

Council to vote on amending Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan

The City Council holds a public hearing and considers first reading of an ordinance to adopt amendments to the Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan. The amendments add nine redevelopment sites at specified addresses and remove 148 North Arlington Avenue. The Planning Board recommended the changes, including permitting townhouses and reducing density at two East Park Street properties.

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ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY Ist Reading: Ob / Og / 202 Referred to Planning Board: / / Public Hearing: Le / el J / L096 Received from Planning Board: / / Final Reading: / / Approved as d Legality On Basiy6f Facts Set- h; Factual Contents Certified to By: g (buy Grn CA / CE orporation Counsel a” 4 Department Head Appropriations: Tabled: / / Removed From Table: / / Comptroller Councilman/Councilwoman Presents the following Ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2O _ oF 2026 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE EAST ORANGE SCATTERED SITES REDEVELOPMENT PLAN PURSUANT TO THE LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING LAW, N.J.S.A. 40:12A-1, ET SEQ. WHEREAS, the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A. 40:12A-1 et seq. (the “LRHL”) provides the statutory basis for municipalities for encouraging land redevelopment, and authorizes municipalities to determine whether certain parcels of land within the municipality constitute an area in need of redevelopment and create redevelopment plans; and WHEREAS, on September 15, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution I-282 to direct the Planning Board to investigate whether 102 North Maple Avenue on Block 174, Lot 24; 122 North Maple Avenue on Block 174, Lot 18.01; 543 South Clinton Street on Block 462, Lot 34; 217 Amherst Street on Block 492, Lot 29; 223 Amherst Street on Block 492, Lot 27; 340 Dodd Street on Block 882, Lot 27; 171-173 North Park Street on Block 901, Lot 1; 46 East Park Street on Block 820, Lot 10; and 50 East Park Street on Bloc …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

East Orange Council to consider $23.5M in tax anticipation notes

The East Orange City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances amending the scattered sites redevelopment plan, approving long-term tax exemptions for Heritage House Preservation L.P. and 150 N. Arlington Ave Propco, LLC, and creating new stop intersections. The consent agenda includes payroll, bill payment, a $23.5 million tax anticipation note issuance, refunding bonds, and an emergency appropriation for deferred charges from 2025. Under new business, bond ordinances for refunding and emergency funding will be introduced.

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CITY OF EAST ORANGE THE EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 22, 2026 AMY LEWIS City Council Chairwoman @EOCITYCOUNCIL Scan QR Code or Visit tinyurl.com/eocouncilagenda to view Agenda. FOLLOW US 6:00PM 2 EAST ORANGE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Monday, June 22, 2026 6:00 P.M. ROLL CALL SALUTE TO THE FLAG PUBLIC HEARING Ordinance No. 20 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending the East Orange Scattered Sites Redevelopment Plan Pursuant to the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law, N.J.S.A.40:12a-1, Et seq Ordinance No. 21 of 2026 An Ordinance of the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, Approving a Long Term Tax Exemption and Authorizing the Execution of a Financial Agreement by and between the City of East Orange and Heritage House Preservation L.P., Pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40a:20-1 et seq Ordinance No. 22 of 2026 An Ordinance of the City of East Orange, in the County of Essex, State of New Jersey, Approving a Long Term Tax Exemption and Authorizing the Execution of a Financial Agreement by and between the City of East Orange and 150 N. Arlington Ave Propco, LLC, Pursuant to the Long Term Tax Exemption Law, N.J.S.A. 40a:20-1 et seq Ordinance No. 23 of 2026 An Ordinance Amending and Supplementing Article II Chapter 260-9 of the City Code Entitled “Stop Intersections” To Provide for the Creation of Stop Signs PRESENTATIONS MINUTES Minute …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 118 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$4.1MLIFELINE MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · AMBULANCE SERVICES FOR THE CMCVAMC IN PHILADELPHIA, PA
$4.0MLIFELINE MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · AMBULANCE SERVICES FOR THE CMCVAMC IN PHILADELPHIA, PA
$3.5MLIFELINE MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · AMBULANCE SERVICES FOR THE CMCVAMC IN PHILADELPHIA, PA
$3.4MLIFELINE MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · AMBULANCE SERVICES FOR THE CMCVAMC IN PHILADELPHIA, PA
$3.3MVIRGO MEDICAL SERVICES INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR VAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - PHILADELPHIA VAMC -
$3.3MVIRGO MEDICAL SERVICES INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR VAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - PHILADELPHIA VAMC -
$2.9MVIRGO MEDICAL SERVICES INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR VAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - CMCVAMC IN PHILADELPHIA
$2.5MHVM ASSOCIATES LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · BLS AND SCT AMBULANCE TRANSPORTS FOR ELIGIBLE VETERANS AT NJHCS
$2.4MVIRGO MEDICAL SERVICES INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · WHEELCHAIR VAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - PHILADELPHIA VAMC
$2.3MLIFELINE MEDICAL SERVICES, INC.
Department of Veterans Affairs · AMBULANCE SERVICES FOR CMCVAMC PHILADELPHIA, PA

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Essex County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-6,783 people (-$265.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)6 ({"Hurricane": 10, "Flood": 6, "Severe Storm": 6, "Snowstorm" · last Sun Sep 5, 2021)
Traffic fatalities5 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments19,392 (295,575 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,140/mo (3,930 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy29.7% (low numeracy 44% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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628
Recorded votes
$426.9M
Annual budget
$99.6M
Debt outstanding
123
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$426.9M
Spending$507.3M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$99.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.23×
Debt-load index66 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.544
All kids
0.386
Black kids
0.350

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

Meeting archives

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