Elizabeth public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Elizabeth City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a capital surplus ordinance appropriating $876,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing at Magnolia Avenue at the intersection of Madison Avenue and Jackson Avenue, and an ordinance to purchase 57 and 59 Pine Street for open space. The council will also consider numerous contracts and grants, such as an additional $1.5 million in ARPA funds for storm recovery, vehicle repair contracts, appointments of municipal prosecutors, and multiple personalized handicapped parking spaces and rescissions.

• Capital surplus ordinance ORD. NO. 6074 for $876,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing at Magnolia, Madison, and Jackson Avenues
• Ordinance ORD. NO. 6075 to purchase 57 and 59 Pine Street for open space
• Authorization to apply for an additional $1,500,000 in ARPA funds for the Elizabeth Storm Recovery Support Program
• Contracts for heavy duty vehicle parts and repairs: Campbell Freightliner up to $250,000 and Air Brake and Equipment up to $200,000
• Appointment of Chief Municipal Prosecutor Anabela Dacruz-Melo and multiple assistant and temporary prosecutors

The Elizabeth City Council held public hearings and unanimously adopted several ordinances on final passage, including a $876,000 appropriation for traffic lights and road resurfacing at Magnolia Avenue and Madison/Jackson Avenues. The council also approved the purchase of two properties on Pine Street for open space, established multiple personalized handicapped parking spaces, and rescinded several prior handicapped parking ordinances. Additionally, two ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a $650,000 traffic improvement project at Madison Avenue and Fanny Street.

• Adopted Ordinance 6074: $876,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing at Magnolia Avenue (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6075: Authorized purchase of 57 and 59 Pine Street for open space for $525,000 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 6076-6082: Established personalized handicapped parking spaces for seven individuals (9-0 each)
• Adopted Ordinances 6083-6088: Rescinded prior handicapped parking ordinances for six individuals (9-0 each)
• Introduced Ordinance 6090: No parking on Magnolia Avenue between North Broad Street and Trinity Place (first reading)
• Introduced Ordinance 6091: $650,000 for traffic lights and road resurfacing at Madison Avenue and Fanny Street (first reading)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet to adopt the Butler Street Redevelopment in the Non-Condemnation area. The board will also conduct a preliminary investigation for a redevelopment area involving Catherine Street and Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave.

• Adoption of Butler Street Redevelopment in Non-Condemnation area
• Preliminary Investigation of Catherine Street, Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave Study for Condemnation Area in Need of Redevelopment
• Vote on the 2025 Planning Board Calendar

City Council

The City Council holds public hearings on extending rent control through 2026 and raising a liquor license renewal fee to $1,067. It also considers dozens of contracts and grants, including a $7.1 million garbage-collection renewal, a $2.5 million fire-truck grant, and $525,000 to buy two Pine Street lots for open space.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6072 to extend rent control expiration to Dec 31, 2026
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6073 to increase plenary distribution license renewal fee to $1,067
• First reading of Ordinance 6075 to buy 57 and 59 Pine Street for open space for $525,000
• Award of $7,100,000 contract to Regional Industries for garbage collection through 2025
• Authorization to apply for up to $2,500,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for an aerial ladder truck

The City Council voted 6-0 to extend the city's rent control and stabilization law through December 31, 2026, and approved a $333.8 million municipal budget for the 2025 state fiscal year. The council also adopted a measure increasing the plenary distribution license renewal fee to $1,067.00. Numerous contracts were awarded, including a $7.1 million garbage collection renewal and a $473,408.21 traffic light replacement project.

• Extended rent control ordinance to Dec 31, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved $333,829,118.80 municipal budget for 2025 SFY (6-0)
• Increased plenary distribution license renewal fee to $1,067.00 (6-0)
• Approved $7.1M garbage collection contract renewal with Regional Industries (6-0)
• Awarded $473,408.21 traffic light replacement contract to J.C. Contracting (6-0)
• Authorized $2.5M Assistance to Firefighters grant application for aerial ladder truck (6-0)
• Approved $54,750 contract for thermal imaging camera kits for Fire Department (6-0)
• Adopted 15 ordinances on first reading for property purchases and handicapped parking (6-0)

City Council

The Elizabeth City Council will hold public hearings on the Fiscal Year 2025 municipal ($328.3M), sewer ($38M), and capital ($299.6M) budgets. They will also vote on ordinances to accept a charitable donation of property at 900-906 Newark Avenue for a community center shell, add an assistant prosecutor, and grant an environmental encroachment permit for monitoring wells. Additionally, the council will consider various contract awards, including $5.7M for sewer rehabilitation and $5.27M for sewer replacement on Kapkowski Road, and a resolution to extend rent control through December 31, 2026.

• FY2025 Municipal Budget: $328,325,331.18; Sewer Budget: $38,000,000.00; Capital Budget: $299,638,500.00
• Acceptance of donation from Elberon Development Group of property at 900-906 Newark Avenue and a Community Center Shell (ORD. NO. 6070)
• Contract award to National Water Main Cleaning Co. for Elizabeth Sewer Rehabilitation Project at $5,723,316.29
• Contract award to PM Construction Corp. for Kapkowski Road Sewer Replacement Project at $5,270,760.00
• Ordinance to extend Rent Control and Stabilization chapter through December 31, 2026 (ORD. NO. 6072)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including one to establish salary and health benefit cost sharing for the Mayor, Council members, Business Administrator, and directors for 2025-2028. Other ordinances involve conveying city property at 1018 Grand Street to the Salvation Army and multiple personalized handicapped parking spaces. The council will also consider various contracts and authorizations, such as flood insurance renewals, a police vehicle purchase, tree procurement, and the appointment of a Municipal Housing Liaison.

• Conveyance of 1018 Grand Street to the Salvation Army
• Ordinance setting salary and health cost sharing for top officials
• Auction of Solar Renewable Energy Certificates
• Rejection of body camera proposals and re-bid authorization
• Purchase of 182 trees for $99,942

City Council

The Elizabeth City Council will hold first readings on two major ordinances: one setting 2025-2028 salaries for the Mayor, Council, Business Administrator, and Directors, and another authorizing the conveyance of city-owned property at 1018 Grand Street to the Salvation Army. They will also discuss numerous contract awards for printing, rock salt, medical supplies, and other services, along with spending plans for federal grants (CDBG $1.6M, HOME funds $910K) and a feasibility study for the John Street stormwater project. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Ordinance to set 2025-2028 salaries for Mayor, Council, Business Administrator, and Directors
• Conveyance of 1018 Grand Street to Salvation Army
• Rock salt contract up to $514,710; printing contract up to $110,000; credit card processing up to $60,000/year
• CDBG spending plan of $1,622,245 and HOME funds of $910,974
• John Street Stormwater Control Project feasibility study up to $79,900

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a development review hearing for a preliminary and final site plan to convert an existing three-story building at 699-703 Newark Avenue into 28 residential units above ground-floor retail, with a two-story addition. The board will also consider a resolution for 'c' variances for Business Furniture Inc. at 133 Rahway Avenue and review a site plan for St. Elizabeth Episcopal Charities at 305 North Broad Street. Minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting are scheduled for approval.

• Public hearing on prelim/final site plan for Nadlan Associates LLC: 28-unit mixed-use conversion and addition at 699-703 Newark Avenue (C-5 Zone, Ward 4)
• Resolution for 'c' variances for Business Furniture Inc. at 133 Rahway Avenue (C-2 Zone, Ward 6)
• Site plan review for St. Elizabeth Episcopal Charities at 305 North Broad Street (C-5 Zone, Ward 5)
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from September 12, 2024

City Council

The City Council is discussing temporary emergency appropriations for the 2025 Municipal and Sewer Utility budgets. The body is also reviewing several vendor contracts and a budget for the Historic Midtown Elizabeth Special Improvement District.

• Temporary emergency appropriations of $7,450,000 for the Sewer Utility Budget and $1,090,000 for the Municipal Budget
• Grant application for FY2025 Lead Service Line Improvements not to exceed $1,000,000
• Change order for Stavola Contracting Company for roadway milling and paving increasing the contract to $2,831,135.51
• FY2025 budget of $225,000 for the Historic Midtown Elizabeth Special Improvement District
• Contracts for Verizon Wireless ($300,000), CDW Government ($175,000), and AT&T Mobility ($150,000)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a development review hearing for a final site plan for a new warehouse building with parking and loading bays at 711 Lidgerwood Avenue. Other hearings include a preliminary and final site plan for a new four-story building with variances at 345 West Grand Street, and a minor subdivision at 536-540 Magie Avenue. The board will also consider a resolution for a final site plan at 463-467 Madison Avenue and a preliminary investigation for a condemnation area on Catherine Street, Magnolia Avenue, and Madison Avenue.

• Resolution P-16-22: Final site plan for 463-467 Madison Avenue (R-3 Zone, Ward 5)
• Development review hearing P-04-23: Final site plan for new warehouse at 711 Lidgerwood Avenue (new warehouse, parking, loading bays)
• Development review hearing P-05-24: Preliminary and final site plan for new 4-story construction at 345 West Grand Street (C-2 Zone, Ward 3, Class C variances)
• Development review hearing P-06-24: Minor subdivision at 536-540 Magie Avenue (R-2 Zone, Ward 3)
• Other business: Preliminary investigation for condemnation area study on Catherine Street, Magnolia Avenue/Madison Avenue (November)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on five ordinances, including the $1.98 million purchase of 39-55 Pine Street for open space, and consider several contract awards: $400,000 for security guard services, $159,156 for three police vehicles, $80,000 for federal advocacy and grant services, and a $200,000 contract for fuel tanks. Other items include a request for a pedestrian hybrid beacon at Farley Towers, tax refund for a disabled veteran, and participation in the ARRIVE Together behavioral health crisis program.

• Ordinance 6056: Purchase of 39-45 and 47-55 Pine Street for $1,980,000 for open space
• Contract award: Iron Rock Security, LLC – $400,000 for two-year security guard services
• Contract award: Winner Ford – $159,156 for three 2024 Ford F150 police responders
• Contract award: CapitalEdge Strategies – $80,000 for federal advocacy and grant services
• Request to NJDOT for a pedestrian hybrid beacon at Farley Towers (Cherry Street) – city share $62,500

City Council

The Elizabeth City Council will consider a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and purchase orders, many with dollar amounts up to $100,000. The agenda also includes public hearings for proposed ordinances.

• Resolution authorizing a contract for up to $100,000
• Public hearing on a proposed ordinance
• Resolution for a purchase order of $50,000
• Multiple resolutions for various services and agreements

The City Council held public hearings and adopted 28 ordinances on final passage, including a $1.98 million purchase of properties at 39-55 Pine Street for open space, a cap bank ordinance for the 2025 fiscal year, and several lease and tax exemption changes. The council also introduced five new ordinances on first reading, including two encroachment permits and a handicapped parking space. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved $1.98M purchase of 39-55 Pine Street for open space (8-0)
• Adopted cap bank ordinance to exceed municipal budget limits for FY2025 (8-0)
• Approved month-to-month lease with Jopima Corp. d/b/a Torna a Sorrento Ristorante (8-0)
• Approved lease with Parking Authority for city-owned lot at 254-260 Union Street (8-0)
• Rescinded tax exemptions for Jersey Walk projects, retroactive to 2022 (8-0)
• Approved environmental encroachment permit for GEI Consultants on Third Avenue (8-0)
• Adopted 20 ordinances establishing or rescinding personalized handicapped parking spaces (8-0)
• Introduced ordinances for encroachment permits, Pine Street purchase, and handicapped parking (first reading)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will consider a resolution for preliminary and final site plan approval with bulk variances for a 10-unit affordable multifamily building at 1033-1039 East Jersey Street. The board will also hold development review hearings for two site plans and discuss three redevelopment investigations for properties on Butler Street, Catherine Street/Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave, and Broad Street (Midtown Parcel I).

• Resolution P-07-24: 3-story, 10-unit affordable housing building at 1033-1039 East Jersey Street, with 6 two-bedroom and 4 three-bedroom units and 21 parking spaces (Ward 5)
• Development review hearing for P-05-24: Elizabeth Assets Group, 345 West Grand Street, preliminary and final site plan, C-2 Zone (Ward 3)
• Authorizing investigation of Butler Street properties (110-140 Elizabeth Ave) for non-condemnation redevelopment area designation
• Preliminary investigation of Catherine Street, Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave for condemnation redevelopment area study
• Authorization for investigation of 200-210 Broad Street (Midtown Parcel I) for condemnation redevelopment area designation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a handicapped parking ordinance and then consider numerous contract awards and grant applications recommended by the Business Administrator. These include large purchases for fire department medical equipment, police supplies, vehicle tires, radio maintenance, software, and several grant applications for parks and public safety.

• Public hearing on ordinance to establish a personalized handicapped parking space at 229 Rankin Street
• Contract to Cleveland Auto & Tire Co. for Goodyear tires up to $500,000 for Public Works, Police, and Fire vehicles
• Contract to Motorola for renewal of service agreement for communications infrastructure and radio maintenance up to $500,000
• Grant application for Union County Open Space Recreation & Historic Preservation Trust Fund up to $500,000
• Contract to Stryker Medical for stretchers and repair services for the Fire Department up to $200,000

Planning Board

The Planning Board is reviewing site plans for a boutique hotel and residential developments. The body is also discussing the designation of certain properties as redevelopment areas.

• P-04-24: 8-story, 148-guest room boutique hotel at 33-37 West Grand Street
• P-07-24: 3-story building with 10 affordable housing units at 1033-1039 East Jersey Street
• P-02-24: Addition of 4 residential units atop a liquor store at 929 Elizabeth Ave
• Proposed 'Area in Need' study for Butler Street properties, including 110-140 Elizabeth Ave
• Preliminary investigation of Catherine Street and Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave for condemnation area redevelopment

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one establishing a handicapped parking space at 1024 Julia Street, and another to exceed state budget appropriation limits for FY2025. The council will also consider numerous contracts and authorizations, including a $350,000 emergency lighting contract for EMS, Fire, and Police, a $200,000 contract for firefighter protective gear, and the Elizabeth Avenue Special Improvement District FY2025 budget of $335,953. Other items include insurance renewals, legal services, and election ballot printing.

• Ordinance to exceed state FY2025 municipal budget appropriation limits (ORD. NO. 6023)
• Elizabeth Avenue Special Improvement District FY2025 budget of $335,953.00
• Contract with East Coast Emergency Lighting for emergency lighting and installation up to $350,000
• Contract with Atlantic Tactical for police and homeland security supplies up to $10,000
• Contract for 2024 primary and general election ballots from Royal Printing Service for $90,235

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt temporary municipal, sewer utility, and capital budgets for the 2025 fiscal year. The council will also consider an ordinance regarding state budget appropriation limits.

• Adoption of $88,816,101.57 temporary municipal budget for FY 2025
• Adoption of $16,768,618.81 temporary sewer utility budget for FY 2025
• Adoption of $299,638,500.00 temporary capital budget for FY 2025
• Authorization of $1,000,000.00 in transfers for FY 2024 municipal and sewer utility budgets
• First reading of Ordinance No. 6023 to exceed state budget appropriation limits

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances to update stormwater management and set new sewer rates effective September 1, 2024. The agenda also includes recommendations for several city contracts involving road resurfacing, parking rentals, and police technology.

• Ordinance to set new sewer rates effective September 1, 2024
• Adoption of the Spring and Meadow Street Redevelopment Plan
• $512,565.31 contract for police department security cameras and IT infrastructure
• $747,000.00 agreement to rent parking spaces from the Elizabeth Parking Authority
• $1,416,308.15 contract for the 2024 Road Resurfacing Program

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment met on May 9, 2024, to review various development applications. The board approved several preliminary and final site plans for properties on Pennsylvania Avenue, Newark Avenue, and Rahway Avenue. One request to remove a condition at 701 Westminster Avenue was also granted.

• Approved preliminary/final site plan for Bold Community Care Services at 601-607 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Approved preliminary site plan for McDonalds Real Estate Co. at 420-434 Route 1
• Approved final site plan for Lucky Plaza, LLC at 638-640 Newark Avenue
• Approved preliminary/final site plan for Filipe Marques at 424-432 Rahway Avenue
• Approved request to remove a condition for 701 Westminster Avenue

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances for surveillance equipment and city code amendments. The agenda also includes communications regarding contract recommendations, planning board appointments, and proposed sewer utility rate changes.

• Ordinance 6012: $150,000 for two surveillance trailers
• Proposed 10% increase in sewer utility rates for residential and commercial users
• Contract for Whirl Construction to repair Miller Evans Logan Spray Park ($168,963.50)
• Contract for W.B. Mason Co. for office supplies up to $350,000
• Proposed traffic light system at East Jersey Street and Jefferson Avenue ($650,000)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including a long-term tax exemption for an urban renewal project. The body is also reviewing numerous contract recommendations for police, fire, and EMS equipment and supplies.

• Ord. No. 5987: Long-term tax exemption for improvements at 170-176 First Street
• Contract for East Coast Emergency Lighting, Inc. for EMS, Fire, and Police lighting not to exceed $350,000.00
• Contract for Atlantic Tactical of New Jersey, Inc. for EMS, Fire, and Police supplies not to exceed $350,000.00
• Contract for Atlantic Uniform Co., Inc. for police uniforms and body armor not to exceed $200,000.00
• Request to pay $100,000.00 for attorney fees regarding Jersey Gardens Mall flyover litigation

City Council

The City Council is reviewing numerous contract awards for city departments and public safety infrastructure. The body is also considering ordinances for a right-of-way permit and a handicapped parking space amendment.

• Proposed $1,850,000 dental insurance contract with Horizon HealthCare Dental Services
• Proposed $300,000 contract with Pitney Bowes Inc. for postage and equipment
• Proposed $300,000 contract with Dell Marketing LP for computers and servers
• Proposed $297,317.94 contract with Motorola for communications infrastructure
• Proposed tax exemption for senior affordable housing at 170-178 First Street

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on May 2, 2024, starting at 6 PM. The agenda includes resolutions on a redevelopment plan for properties on Spring and Meadow Streets, several development review hearings for proposed residential and mixed-use buildings, and a preliminary investigation for a condemnation area. The board will also consider adjourning several items to the June 6th meeting.

• Redevelopment plan for 703 & 703-727 & 705-725 Spring Street and 729-763 Meadow Street
• Final site plan for 581-599 Pennsylvania Avenue: 5-story mixed-use building with 90 residential units and ground-floor commercial
• Preliminary/final site plan for 595-597 Jefferson Avenue in R-3A zone
• Proposal to add 4 residential units atop existing liquor store at 929 Elizabeth Ave
• Preliminary investigation of Catherine Street, Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave for condemnation area

City Council

The City Council will discuss various municipal contracts, grant applications for public safety and infrastructure, and budget amendments. A public hearing is scheduled regarding license fee assessments for a tourism-focused Special Improvement District.

• Grant application for EPA Clean Ports Program zero-emission technology up to $500,000,000
• Contract for plumbing repairs at public buildings with Magic Touch Construction Co., Inc. up to $1,000,000
• FEMA SAFER Grant application to increase frontline firefighters up to $2,500,000
• Contract for computer equipment for Disaster Recovery Off Site Project with SHI International for $451,619.31
• Proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 4387 regarding Special Improvement District license fee assessments

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board of Adjustment is holding a special meeting to review a redevelopment plan for properties on Spring and Meadow Streets, an amendment to the Midtown Redevelopment Plan for Parcel I, and a preliminary investigation to designate an area around Catherine Street, Magnolia Avenue, and Madison Avenue as in need of redevelopment. No resolutions or adjournments are listed, and no other business is scheduled.

• Redevelopment plan for 703-727 & 705-725 Spring Street and 729-763 Meadow Street
• Amended Midtown Redevelopment Plan for Parcel I
• Preliminary investigation of Catherine Street, Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave for condemnation area in need of redevelopment

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several public hearings for encroachment permits and handicapped parking spaces. The body is also considering multiple vendor contracts for city equipment and the authorization of bond sales to fund infrastructure projects.

• Proposed sale of up to $11 million in General Improvement Bonds and $12 million in Sewer Utility Bonds
• Contract for A.N.A. Painting Corp. for public building painting not to exceed $300,000
• Contract for First Independent Auto Repair Services, LLC not to exceed $250,000
• Proposed increase of the tourism tax by 1% for the Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization
• Environmental Encroachment Permit for Vertex Companies, LLC for monitoring wells at multiple locations

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on April 4, 2024, to review two development applications: a preliminary/final site plan for an existing restaurant and bar at 821 Spring Street, and a proposal to add four residential units above a liquor store at 929 Elizabeth Ave. The board will also consider adjournment requests for two other projects and discuss a preliminary investigation for a condemnation area in need of redevelopment.

• P-01-24: The Lobby Group, LLC, 821 Spring Street — prelim/final site plan for existing restaurant and bar with enclosed outdoor seating (Ward 5)
• P-02-24: 929 Elizabeth Ave, SR Reddy, LLC — add 4 residential units (2 two-bedroom, 2 one-bedroom) atop existing liquor store in C-2 Zone (Ward 6)
• P-06-22: 51-53 West Grand Street, City Life Properties LLC — mixed-use residential/commercial subdivision, request for May meeting (Ward 4)
• P-21-23: 595-597 Jefferson Avenue, 597 RE Associates, LLC — prelim/final site plan in R-3A zone, request for May meeting (Ward 5)
• Preliminary investigation of Catherine Street, Magnolia Ave/Madison Ave for Condemnation Area in Need of Redevelopment

City Council

The City Council is deciding on ordinances regarding lead-based paint inspections, tree removal, and salt storage. The body is also reviewing several high-value contracts for IT equipment, vehicle repairs, and athletic field improvements.

• Ord. No. 5966: Requirement for lead-based paint inspections in certain residential rental dwellings
• Contract for Sisselman Field synthetic turf improvements with Zenith Construction Services for $2,183,925.00
• Contract for Dell computers, servers, and parts not to exceed $300,000.00
• Contract for I.T. Infrastructure and Fiber Optic Network services with JCT Solutions for $225,000.00
• Proposed halt on new Cannabis License applications until October 1, 2024

Zoning Board

The Elizabeth Zoning Board will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a McDonald's proposal to raze and rebuild a restaurant on Route 1, plus final site plan reviews for two other properties. The board will also vote on a preliminary site plan for a Westfield Avenue property and approve prior meeting minutes.

• McDonald's proposal: raze existing building, construct 4,306 sq ft restaurant with 54 seats, 27 parking spaces, two drive-through lanes (420-434 Route 1, Ward 2)
• Lucky Plaza, LLC final site plan for 638-640 Newark Avenue (Ward 4, OC Zone)
• 425 Westfield Ave, LLC preliminary site plan for 425-427 Westfield Ave (Ward 3, R-2 Zone)
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding road reconstruction, sewer system upgrades, and traffic light installations. The agenda also includes various requests for personalized handicapped parking spaces and several municipal contracts.

• Ord. 5950: $600,000.00 for traffic lights and resurfacing at East Grand Street and Catherine Street
• Ord. 5951: $6,000,000.00 bond ordinance for various road reconstructions
• Ord. 5952: $1,300,000.00 for traffic light installation and road resurfacing
• Ord. 5953: $12,000,000.00 bond ordinance for sewer system capital upgrades
• Ord. 5954: Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit for Union County Courthouse Parking Deck Demolition

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting to review several site plans and subdivisions, including a restaurant on Edgar Road, EV charging stations at a Wawa, and a mixed-use development. The board will also consider a request to adjourn a prior application for a mixed-use project on West Grand Street.

• P-18-23: Consolidation of 2 lots and construction of a 2-story restaurant at 733 Edgar Road
• P-20-23: Tesla Inc. to construct EV charging stations at existing Wawa, 595 Spring Street
• P-01-24: The Lobby Group, LLC, existing restaurant and bar with enclosed outdoor seating at 821 Spring Street
• P-06-22: City Life Properties LLC, mixed-use residential and commercial subdivision at 51-53 West Grand Street (adjournment request)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several municipal contracts, including roadwork and equipment purchases. The body is also reviewing ordinances for personalized handicapped parking spaces and the application for various state and federal grants.

• Contract with Stavola Contracting Company, Inc. for milling and resurfacing of multiple streets including Amboy Avenue and Brunswick Avenue for $2,225,169.69
• Contract with AA Berms LLC for traffic light replacement at Prince Street and Union Avenue for $485,889.00
• Budget amendment to insert a $5,000,000.00 NJDCA Lead Service Lines Grant
• Contract with Jesco, Inc. for DPW grounds equipment parts and repairs not to exceed $250,000.00
• Grant application for the FY2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program not to exceed $500,000.00

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value contracts for infrastructure and equipment, including road milling and traffic light replacement. The body is also considering a $5 million budget amendment for a lead service lines grant and various ordinances regarding handicapped parking.

• Contract for milling and resurfacing of Amboy Avenue and other roads with Stavola Contracting Company, Inc. for $2,225,169.69
• Contract for traffic light system replacement at Prince Street and Union Avenue with AA Berms LLC for $485,889.00
• Budget amendment to insert $5,000,000.00 from the NJDCA Lead Service Lines Grant
• Contract for DPW grounds equipment repairs and rentals with Jesco, Inc. not to exceed $250,000.00
• Authorization to apply for the FY2023 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program up to $500,000.00

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value bond ordinances for infrastructure, including sewer and road improvements. The body is also considering numerous vendor contracts for police equipment, city hardware, and professional services.

• Proposed $12,000,000 Sewer Utility bond ordinance for infrastructure upgrades
• Proposed $6,000,000 bond ordinance for a Road Resurfacing Project
• Bond Ordinance No. 5945 to appropriate $1,000,000 for Pine Street properties
• Contract for five 2023 Ford Interceptor vehicles for Police Department at $199,945.00
• Proposed $6,000,000 grant application for Elizabeth River Trail - Phase 4A

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing site plans and variances for several properties. The meeting includes resolutions for a deli addition on Murray Street and a project on Newark Avenue.

• Z-13-23: Second floor addition for residential units at 334 Murray Street
• Z-08-23: Use & Bulk Variances and Preliminary Site Plan for 638-640 Newark Avenue
• Z-14-23: Preliminary/final site plan for 425-427 Westfield Ave
• Z-09-23: Proposal to raze and build a 4,306 sf McDonald's at 420-434 Route 1 (Adjournment request)
• Z-04-23: Proposal for 12 residential units above a liquor store at 929 Elizabeth Ave (Adjournment request)

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold public hearings on three development applications: an 8-lot subdivision with new two-family homes at 100 First Street, a restaurant building at 735 & 737-739 Edgar Road, and EV charging stations at the WAWA on 595 Spring Street. The board will also consider a request to adjourn a mixed-use project at 51-53 West Grand Street to the March meeting.

• P-19-23: Subdivision into 8 lots with new 2-family homes on each lot at 100 First Street
• P-18-23: Consolidation of 2 lots and 2-story restaurant building at 735 & 737-739 Edgar Road
• P-20-23: Tesla Inc. to construct EV charging stations at existing WAWA, 595 Spring Street
• P-06-22: Request to adjourn mixed-use residential/commercial project at 51-53 West Grand Street to March

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contracts for public safety equipment and health services. The body is also deciding on funding for park renovations and the acquisition of properties on Pine Street.

• Request for $7,000,000 to replace approximately 700 lead service lines
• Ord. No. 5939: $600,000 for renovations to Jackson Park
• Ord. No. 5945: $1,000,000 bond ordinance for acquisition of Pine Street properties
• Contract for 2024 Ford F450 for Police Department at $149,727.13
• Contract for Fireplus Driving Simulation System for Fire Department at $245,356.00

Zoning Board

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a development review hearing for a proposed second-floor addition to a deli. The board will also vote on professional service contracts and board nominations.

• Z-13-23: Proposal for a second floor addition to allow more residential units at 334 Murray Street
• Contract renewal for Law firm of Scarinci-Hollenbeck
• Appointment of Fishman Court Reporting as Board Stenographer
• Appointment of Conflict Attorney
• Designation of Star Ledger and Union County Local Source/Worral as official newspapers

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several contracts for police equipment and city-wide network upgrades. The body is also voting on a capital improvement ordinance for recreation vehicles and multiple personalized handicapped parking spaces.

• ORD. NO. 5934: $200,000 for Recreation Department trucks
• Contract for RFP Solutions, Inc. to upgrade network switches: $259,211.52
• Contract for Atlantic Uniform Co., Inc. for police products: $81,037.00
• Contract for PMC Associates Wireless Communications for police tablets: $51,490.35
• Contract for Prestige Environmental for assessments at 39-55 Pine Street: $6,500.00

Planning Board

The Elizabeth Planning Board will hold a regular meeting with resolutions, development review hearings, and requests for adjournment. Key items include a redevelopment plan for a condemned parcel in the Midtown area, a subdivision proposal for 100 First Street, and several other development applications. The agenda also includes routine administrative resolutions.

• Contract renewal for professional services to law firm Scarinci-Hollenbeck
• Redevelopment plan of condemnation for Parcel I of the Midtown Redevelopment Area
• P-19-23: 100 First Street, subdivision into 8 lots with new 2-family homes
• P-18-23: 735 & 737-739 Edgar Road, consolidation and restaurant construction
• P-06-22: 51-53 West Grand Street, mixed-use residential and commercial