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Council approves housing, health, and infrastructure measures

NewarkMay 20, 20264 min read

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The Municipal Council adopted multiple ordinances and resolutions advancing housing redevelopment, rent‑control changes, public‑health and crisis‑response grants, water and roadway infrastructure projects, and city operating appropriations.

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Council approved redevelopment sales and a 25‑year tax abatement for a mixed‑use housing project and moved changes to rent‑control and eviction legal‑service eligibility that affect tenants and developers. The city accepted several state and federal grants (for pedestrian safety, water monitoring, immunizations, and behavioral‑health crisis response) and authorized contracts for housing, public‑safety equipment, and health service providers. The Council also directed public‑works actions such as a citywide tree‑trimming program and specific traffic signage requests, which are intended to improve street safety.

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Approved a 25‑year tax abatement for a mixed‑use project at 1072–1078 Bergen Street (66 units, 13 income‑restricted units).
Adopted amendments to rent‑control regulations and revised the definition of “income‑eligible individual” for provision of legal services in eviction proceedings.
Adopted an ordinance updating bulk waste collection rules and penalties under the Solid Waste Management code.
Authorized acquisition of 19 and 21 Lock Street for development and operation of a new Water and Sewer Utilities complex.
Authorized a $66,330,611 temporary emergency appropriation to fund operating expenses through June 30, 2026.
Accepted multiple grants including: $4,031,000 from NJDOT for the Newark Safe Gateway Pedestrianization and Traffic Calming Project; $727,424 from SAMHSA for community crisis response partnerships; $492,000 EPA grant for a Water Monitoring Program; $500,000 NJBPU grant for Firefighters Memorial Park climate‑resilient space; and an additional $37,800 for the immunization program.
Authorized contracts and purchases for public safety and equipment, including a bucket truck (up to $200,000), a Ford F‑550 emergency vehicle (up to $233,553), ammunition procurement, and software/hardware maintenance.
Approved numerous contracts and subrecipient agreements to fund HIV/AIDS and emergency housing services (Ryan White and other funding) across local providers.
Authorized redevelopment sales, subordination and site agreements for multiple properties and a professional services contract for the Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge (Pennoni Associates, not to exceed $11,842,430).
Deferred action on foreclosure of 38 properties and advanced several ordinances to first reading dealing with property sales, housing code changes, and special improvement district fees.
Adopted motions requesting expanded agency engagement on completion of the Mulberry Commons Bridge and directing tree trimming, new stop signs, and traffic signal reviews to improve street safety.

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Municipal Council

May 20, 2026, 12:00 AMCouncil Chamberscheduled

REGULAR MEETING

Agenda

CALL TO ORDER
NATIONAL ANTHEM / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
STATEMENT ON OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT
ROLL CALL
ORDINANCES
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A TWENTY-FIVE (25) YEAR LONG TERM TAX ABATEMENT TO 1080 BERGEN DEVELOPER URBAN RENEWAL LLC, 90 WASHINGTON ST., SUITE 307, EAST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY 07017 FOR A PROJECT, LOCATED IN THE SOUTH WARD AT 1072-1078 BERGEN STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07112 AND IDENTIFIED AS BLOCK 3659, LOT 5.01 ON THE TAX MAP OF THE CITY (THE “PROPERTY”), TO CONSTRUCT A NEW FIVE (5) STORY, MIXED USE BUILDING WITH SIXTY-SIX (66) RESIDENTIAL UNITS CONSISTING OF FIFTY-THREE (53) MARKET RATE RESIDENTIAL RENTAL UNITS (THREE (3) STUDIO UNITS, THIRTY-SIX (36) ONE-BEDROOM UNITS, AND FOURTEEN (14) TWO-BEDROOM UNITS), (THE “MARKET RATE UNITS”), THIRTEEN (13) AFFORDABLE HOUSING RENTAL UNITS OF WHICH ONE (1) STUDIO UNIT AND TWO (2) ONE-BEDROOM UNITS SHALL BE RESTRICTED TO TENANTS AT 40% OF AREA MEDIAN INCOME (“AMI”), TWO (2) ONE-BEDROOM UNITS AND ONE (1) TWO-BEDROOM UNIT SHALL BE RESTRICTED TO TENANTS AT 60% OF AMI, AND FIVE (5) ONE-BEDROOM UNITS AND TWO (2) TWO-BEDROOM UNITS SHALL BE RESTRICTED TO TENANTS AT 80% OF AMI (THE “INCOME RESTRICTED UNITS”), AND 5,570 SQUARE FEET OF COMMERCIAL SPACE (THE “RETAIL”), AND TWENTY-NINE (29) ON-SITE RENTAL PARKING SPACES, 1080 SQUARE FOOT AMENITY SPACE AND A 723 SQUARE FOOT GYM, (COLLECTIVELY, THE “PROJECT”) (SOUTH WARD).
Public Hearing, Second Reading and Final Passage
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE XV (SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT), CHAPTER 4 (COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL), OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 2000, BY AMENDING COLLECTION AND REMOVAL OF BULK WASTE ITEMS WHEN CREATING HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS, AND ASSOCIATED PENALITIES
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE XIX, CHAPTER 19:3 OF THE NEWARK MUNICIPAL CODE (RENT CONTROL), PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES IN EVICTION PROCEEDINGS, TO REVISE THE DEFINITION OF “INCOME-ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUAL.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPPLEMENT ORDINANCE 6PSF-I ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2024, TITLE XIX, RENT CONTROL, CHAPTER 2, RENT CONTROL REGULATIONS; RENT CONTROL BOARD, OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, 2000, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, BY MAKING VARIOUS CORRECTIONS AND ADDITIONS.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION BY THE CITY OF NEWARK, DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND SEWER UTILITIES FROM NEWARK HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY AT 19 LOCK STREET AND 21 LOCK STREET, DESIGNATED AS BLOCK 2836, LOT 20 AND BLOCK 2836, LOT 21 ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, AS PART OF THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A NEW WATER AND SEWER UTILITIES COMPLEX.
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AGENDA RESOLUTION CODES PER DEPARTMENT
1 Administration
2 Economic and Housing Development
3 Engineering
4 Finance
5 Health and Community Wellness
6 Law
7 Mayor's Office
8 Municipal Council and City Clerk
9 Public Safety
10 Public Works
11 Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services
12 Water Sewer Utility
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RESOLUTIONS
Administration
Economic and Housing Development
Engineering
Finance
Health and Community Wellness
Law
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Services Contract Purpose: To provide legal services concerning Labor & Employment Matters. Entity Name: Law Offices of Yvette Gibbons, LLC Entity Address: 4 South Orange Ave., No. 139 South Orange, New Jersey 07079 Contract Amount: $75,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/Law Department - NW011, Department 040, Division 0401, Account 71260, Budget 2026 Contract Period: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Services Contract Purpose: To provide legal services concerning Litigation Defense Counsel Matters. Entity Name: Rainone Coughlin Minchello LLC Entity Address: 555 U.S. Highway One South, Suite 440, Iselin, New Jersey 08830-3100 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $150,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/Law Department - NW011, Department 040, Division 0401, Account 71260, Budget 2026 Contract Period: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( X ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Services Contract Purpose: To provide legal services concerning Litigation Defense Counsel Matters. Entity Name: Carmagnola & Ritardi, LLC Entity Address: 60 Washington Street, Suite 300, Morristown, New Jersey 07960 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $100,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/Law Department - NW011, Department 040, Division 0401, Account 71260, Budget 2026 Contract Period: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP (X ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Services Contract Purpose: To provide legal services concerning Litigation Defense Counsel Matters Entity Name: Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador, LLC Entity Address: 570 Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson, Blvd., Suite 1201, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $300,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/Law Department - NW011, Department 040, Division 0401, Account 71260, Budget 2026 Contract Period: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP (X) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Settlement Purpose: Settlement of outstanding fees for provision of legal services concerning litigation matters. Entity Name: White and Co Attorneys and Counselor, LLC Entity Address: 523 Park Avenue, 3rd Floor, Orange, NJ 07050 Settlement Amount: $115,500.00 Funding Source: Fund: 011 Dept: 046 Division: 0461 Account: 71260, Budget B2025 Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Settlement Purpose: Settlement of outstanding fees for provision of legal services concerning workers’ compensation matters. Entity Name: The Woolridge Law Firm LLC Entity Address: 17 Academy Street Suite 1200, Newark NJ 017102 Settlement Amount: $147,988.31 Funding Source: Fund: 011 Dept: 046 Division: 0461 Account: 71260, Budget B2025 Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( X ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Settlement Purpose: Settlement of outstanding fees for provision of legal services concerning litigation matters. Entity Name: L’Abbate, Balkan, Colavita & Contini, LLP Entity Address: 3 Huntington Quadrangle Suite 102S, Melville, New York 11747 Settlement Amount: $59,506.47 Funding Source: Fund: 011 Dept: 046 Division: 0461 Account: 71260, Budget B2025 Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Settlement of Civil Litigation Docket No.: ESX-L-000273-20 Claimant: Marcellus T. Allen Claimant's Attorney: Tracey S. Cosby, Esq., 134 Evergreen Pl., Ste. 301 East Orange, New Jersey 07018 Settlement Amount: $179,214.97 Funding Source: Insurance Trust Fund Additional Information:
Municipal Council and City Clerk
Public Safety
MOTIONS
COMMUNICATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS
HEARING OF CITIZENS
ADJOURNMENT
________________________________________ C. LAWRENCE CRUMP PRESIDENT OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL NEWARK, NEW JERSEY ________________________________________ KECIA DANIELS CITY CLERK OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL NEWARK, NEW JERSEY
INVOCATION
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1. ALIF MUHAMMAD Appearing. 2. LISA MITCHELSON-PARKER Not appearing. 3. NADIRAH BROWN Appearing. 4. DARNELLA LEE Not appearing. 5. MARILYN SOWELL Appearing. 6. FELICIA ALSTON-SINGLETON Not appearing. 7. ROBERT PENNELL Appearing. 8. OPAL R. WRIGHT Not appearing. 9. MARYAM BEY Appearing. 10. DEBORAH SIMMONS Appearing. 11. HELLANE FREEMAN Appearing. 12. SHARONDA ALLEN Not appearing. 13. MUNEER RICHARDS Not appearing. 14. REGINALD TURNER Appearing. 15. DEBORAH SANDERS Appearing. 16. DONNA JACKSON Appearing. 17. JOSCULYN MOORE Appearing. 18. CZEZRE ADAMS Not appearing. 19. CHÉ COLTER Appearing. 20. MUNIRAH EL-BOMANI Appearing. 21. CASSANDRA DOCK Appearing. 22. DEBRA SALTERS Appearing. 23. BETTY CROCKET Not Appearing. 24. GEORGE TILLMAN, JR. Appearing. 25. DEBRA DAWKINS Not appearing.
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Settlement of Civil Litigation Docket No.: ESX-L-9061-19 Claimant: Jennifer Loobie Claimant's Attorney: David C. Shachat, Esq., Greenberg Minasian, LLC, 80 Main Street, Suite 450, West Orange, New Jersey 07052 Settlement Amount: $85,000.00 Funding Source: Insurance Trust Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Settlement of Civil Litigation Docket No.: ESX-L-000295-21 Claimant: Hellane Freeman Claimant's Attorney: Albert N. Montano, Esq., Fredson Statmore Bitterman”, 200 Broadacres Drive, Suite 180, Bloomfield, New Jersey 07003 Settlement Amount: $110,000.00 Funding Source: Insurance Trust Fund Additional Information:
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Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: The Apostles’ House Entity Address: 24 Grant Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $360,300.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 29, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $63,406.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract years two (FY2026) and three (FY2027) are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Iris House, A Center for Women Living with HIV, Inc. Entity Address: 209 West 8TH Street, Plainfield, New Jersey 07060 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $111,187.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 29, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $27,886.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract years two (FY2026) and three (FY2027) are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: ( X ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Zufall Health Center, Incorporated Entity Address: 18 West Blackwell Street, Dover, New Jersey, 07801 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $242,585.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( X ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( X ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( X ) Grant ( X ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $116,452.00 Ryan White Funds accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey/Infectious Disease Practice Entity Address: 185 South Orange Avenue, Newark, New Jersey, 07101 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $1,356,554.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, health Resources, and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds accepted from Ryan White in the amount of $678,288.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: EDGE, New Jersey Entity Address: 35 Waterview Boulevard, Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $407,000.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $180,656.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year2027 are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: ( X ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Hyacinth AIDS Foundation Entity Address: 201 Washington Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $355,828.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $172,450.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children’s Hospital Entity Address: 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07112 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $468,800.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( X ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $233,640.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 are subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
AN ORDINANCE RATIFYING AND AUTHORIZING A TEN (10) EXTENSION TO THE TAX ABATEMENT GRANTED TO CLAREMONT NEWARK URBAN RENEWAL, LLC FOR A PROJECT TO UNDERTAKE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE EXISTING BUILDING GENERALLY KNOWN AS THE “FBI BUILDING”) LOCATED AT 1-33 CENTRE PLACE AND IDENTIFIED ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE CITY AS BLOCK 129, LOT 1
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Use of State Contract(s) #T0126 OEM and Non-OEM Maintenance and Repair Services for Light/Medium Duty Vehicles. Purpose: To Purchase OEM and Non-OEM Maintenance and Repair Services for Light/Medium Duty Vehicles Entity Name(s)/Address(s): 1. 25-GNSV1-127916: American Hose & Hydraulics - 700 21st Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey 07513 2. 25-GNSV1-127899: On-Site Fleet Service Inc - 36 Edgeboro Road, East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816 3. 25-GNSV1-127904: Cliffside Body Corp. 130 Broad Avenue, Fairview, New Jersey 07022 4. 25-GNSV1-127915: Tra-Par Transmissions - 10-16 Greylock Street, Belleville, New Jersey 07109 Contract Amount: Not to Exceed $650,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/ Department of Water and Sewer Utilities NW037-750-7502-83630-B2026, NW037-750-7502-71830-B2026, NW037-800-8003-83630-B2026, NW037-800-8003-71830-B2026 and Departments of Public Works/ Sanitation-NW011-060-0602-71840-B2026, NW011-060-0602-71870-B2026, NW011-060-0602-71830-B2026 Contract Period: Upon approval by the Municipal Council, through February 02, 2029, inclusive of any extensions by the State. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid (X) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: The use of State Contract #T0126 will provide OEM and Non-OEM maintenance and repair services for light and medium duty vehicles for the City of Newark Departments of Water and Sewer Utilities and Department of Public Works/Sanitation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Positive Healthcare, Inc. Entity Address: 395-403 University Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $169,540.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 29, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X ) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $84,772.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract yearFY2027 is subject to the availability and appropriation annually of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: AHS Morristown Medical Center Entity Address: 100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, New Jersey 07962 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $646,128.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 29, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $257,294.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 is subject to the availability and appropriation of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Sub-recipient Purpose: To provide HIV/AIDS-related health and support services to the Newark Eligible Metropolitan Area Entity Name: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey/FXB Center (Clinical Quality Management Program) Entity Address: 65 Bergen Street, 8th Floor, Newark, New Jersey 07101 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $262,089.00 Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Contract Period: March 1, 2025 through February 29, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $112,500.00 Ryan White funds were accepted by Resolution 7R5-j adopted on February 18, 2026. Contract year 2027 is subject to the availability and appropriation of sufficient funds to meet the extended obligation.
Dept/ Agency: Administration / Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Acceptance of grant funds from the Department of Transportation for the Newark Safe Gateway Pedestrianization and Traffic Calming Project Entity Name: New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) Entity Address: P.O. Box 600, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0600 Grant Amount: $4,031,000.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Total Project Cost: $4,031,000.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Grant Period: Until September 30, 2032 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To provide funds for the operating expenses until the adoption of the 2026 Operating Budget for the City of Newark and Department of Water and Sewer Utilities. Funding Source: 2026 Budget Appropriation Amount: $66,330,611.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Resolution #N/A Operating Agency: All Departments Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Offices of Municipal Council/City Clerk Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Accepting a Gift and License Agreement Gift: Waiver of the basic license fee in the amount of $29,500.00 for the use of the Prudential Hall Theater and the Victoria Theater for the 2026 Inauguration/Organization Meeting (“Event”). Purpose: To accept the $29,500.00 gift and to authorize the execution of a Short Term License Agreement with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center Corporation for ancillary services in connection with the use of Prudential Hall Theatre, the Victoria Theater, the Parsonnet Room, Green Room and the Jacqua Lounge.The estimated amount of the ancillary fees is $57,500.00. Entity Name: New Jersey Performing Arts Center Corporation (NJPAC Corporation) Entity Address: One Center Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Gift Value: $29,500.00 City Contribution: N/A Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Contract Period: Date of Authorizing Resolution through the holding of the Event, currently schedule for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Additional Information: No municipal funds will be expended for the acceptance of the gift.
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Dept/ Agency: Engineering Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Bid Contract Purpose: To award Newark Morris Canal Bikeway project Entity Name: J.A. Alexander, Inc. Entity Address: 130-158 JKF Drive, Bloomfield, New Jersey 07003 Contract Amount: $819,071.09 Funding Source: 051-G24-E24B0-71930-B2024 ($468,500.00) ;011-110-1107-71930-B2026 ($350,571.00) Contract Period: 365 calendar days from the written Notice to Proceed to final completion Contract Basis: (X) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. (X) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Contract #2024-07 Bid Solicited: March 5, 2026 Bid Package Distributed: ten (10) Bid Received two (2)
Dept/ Agency: Administration/ Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Cooperative Purchasing Agreement Purpose: To authorize the use of Sourcewell Cooperative Contract #110421-TIM to purchase bucket truck to be used for installing, maintaining, and calibrating pole cameras and Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) Entity Name: Time Manufacturing Company (Versalift) Entity Address: 7601 Imperial Drive, Waco, Texas 76712-6608 Contract Amount: Not to Exceed $200,000.00 Funding Source: Various Accounts, Budget Years and approved Grants and Capital/Department of Public Safety 026-46120; 011-190-1902 (Various Accounts and Budget Years) Contract Period: Upon approval by the Municipal Council through December 27, 2026, inclusive of any extensions by Sourcewell Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a Additional Information: Resolution 7R1-c(AS) adopted on April 20, 2022, the Municipal Council authorized the City of Newark’s membership to the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing System. This Resolution authorizes the Department of Public Safety to utilize Sourcewell Cooperative Contract# 110421-TIM for the Purchase bucket truck to support installation, maintenance, and calibration of pole cameras and Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) throughout the City.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing () Amending Type of Service: Extension of Emergency Contract #E2025-17 Purpose: To extend Emergency Contract for immediate temporary abatement to the repairs needed on the bay floor area of Engine 19’s firehouse. Entity Name/Address: Sunbelt Temporary Structures, 80 Arlington Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $238,620.00 Funding Source: Budget/Department of Public Safety/NW051-G25-71280-F25B0 Contract Period: Extend Emergency from March 01, 2026 through August 1, 2026. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a Additional Information: This resolution will authorize extension of Emergency Contract #E2025-17, initially issued for the period November 01, 2025 through February 01, 2026, and awarded to Sunbelt Temporary Structures 80 Arlington Avenue Kearny NJ, 07032, for an amount not to exceed $238,620.00. This current Resolution of Emergency Contract #E2025-17 extends the contract for second ninety- (90) day period from May 01, 2026 until August 01, 2026. This Resolution combines the first and second request for an extension, effectively extending emergency contract #E2025-17 for one hundred eighty (180) days through August 01, 2026. The emergency repairs are anticipated to be complete by May 30, 2026.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Memorandum of Understanding Purpose: To maximize economic activity related to, and support the development of Lionsgate Studios, which is located within its municipality; Entity Name: New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Entity Address: One Gateway Center, Suite 1410, Newark, New Jersey, 07102 Grant Amount: $1,000,000.00 Total Project Cost: $1,000,000.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: N/A Grant Period: Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Competitive Contract - Pursuant to State Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1(b)(2), the competitive contracting process may be used for the operation, management or administration of social service programs. Purpose: To provide Consulting Services and Technical Assistance for HUD Entitlement Programs. Entity Name: Corelink Consulting, LLC Entity Address: 8343 Roswell Rd, Suite 416, Atlanta, GA 30350 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $78,675.00 Funding Source: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)/HUD Entitlement Program Contract Period: May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2028 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: No municipal funds are required for use of this contract.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Acceptance of the Cooperative Agreements for Innovative Community Crisis Response Partnerships Grant Entity Name: United States Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Entity Address: 5600 Fisher Lane Rockville, Maryland 20857 Grant Amount: $727,424.00 Total Project Cost: $2,906,654.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0 Grant Period: September 30, 2025 through September 29, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: The proposed Project is a collaboration between Newark’s government and law enforcement agencies, as well as community-based organizations, aimed to improve the City’s crisis response system by enhancing existing co-responder teams to effectively provide trauma-informed comprehensive community-based behavioral health crisis services to individuals experiencing mental health emergencies, including those who are homeless.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing (X) Amending Type of Service: Accepting Grant/Amending Purpose: To accept an additional $37,800.00 in grant funds for the Immunization 2026 Grant Entity Name: New Jersey Department of Health Entity Address: P.O. Box 360, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0360 Grant Amount: $37,800.00 Total Project Cost: $425,800.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Grant Period: July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Amending Resolution 7R5-a adopted on October 22, 2025 to increase Grant Amount by $37,800.00, increasing the total Grant Amount from $388,000.00 to $425,800.00.
Dept/ Agency: Engineering Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( X ) Amending Type of Service: Amend Resolution Purpose: To amend the funding source and budget for the installation of pavement markings on various streets Entity Name: Dan Swayze & Son Incorporated Entity Address: 2351 Waldheim Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $298,708.00 Funding Source: 2025 Budget/Department of Engineering/NW011-116-1167-71980-B2025 Contract Period: 365 consecutive calendar days from the date of the issuance of a formal Notice to Proceed, September 16, 2025 Contract Basis: ( X ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. (X) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Original Resolution 7R3-a adopted on August 7, 2024 awarded a contract not to exceed $298,708.00. The original funding source was cancelled/removed. Resolution #7R3-a adopted August 7, 2024 Installation of Pavement Markings on Various Streets in the City of Newark, New Jersey This Resolution will update the funding source. Fund Department Division Account# Budget Yr. NW011 116 1167 71980 B2025 Certification of Funds for the replacement account is attached.
Dept./ Agency: Engineering Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Service Contract Purpose: Change Order #2 for Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) services required due to public safety concerns and regulatory compliance with NJDEP standards at the Ironbound Little League Turf Field at 441-455 Chestnut Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Entity Name: Suburban Consulting Engineers, Inc. Entity Address: 96 US Highway 206, Suite #101, Flanders, New Jersey 07836 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $173,770.00 Funding Source: Recreation Open Space Trust/NW026-32720-B2023 Contract Period: One (1) year from the date of a written Notice to Proceed or until completion of construction. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: This Resolution authorizes Change Order #2 to Contract 2022-02PS, for Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) services required to address public safety concerns and ensure compliance with NJDEP remediation standards. This change order increases the contract by $86,670.00, resulting in a new total contract amount not to exceed $173,770.00. An additional twelve (12) months is added to the contract term to permit the completion of the LSRP-related work.
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Acceptance of grant funds from the American Planning Association of New Jersey Chapter Plan4Health NJ Grant Program Entity Name: American Planning Association of New Jersey Chapter Entity Address: P.O. Box 813, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08903 Grant Amount: $50,000.00 Total Project Cost: $0.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Grant Period: Not Applicable Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Use of State Contract(s) #T2591 Tire Removal & Disposal/Recycling-NJDOT Maintenance Facilities Purpose: To utilize state authorized vendor(s) and their Tire Removal & Disposal/recycling NJDOT Maintenance Facilities Contract# 22-GNSV1-16973 Entity Name(s)/Address(s): CEMCO Custom Environmental Management Co. Inc. 517 Park Avenue East, Hainesport, New Jersey 08036 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $200,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Budget/Department of Public Works, Division of Motors 011-060-0605-71580-B2026 Contract Period: Upon approval by the Municipal Council through June 30, 2026, inclusive of any extensions by the State Contract Basis: ( ) Bid (X) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A Additional Information: The use of State Contract #T2591 will utilize State authorized vendor(s) and/or their distributors/dealers to purchase tire removal & Disposal/Recycling NJDOT Maintenance Facilities Services for the Department of Public works.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Business Administrator Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Resolution for Support Purpose: To Provide a Resolution of Support for Friendly Uncle Bob LLC to operate a Class V Cannabis Retail Business within the City of Newark. Additional Information: Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 17:30-5.1(g) and/or pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-7.2(4); nothing in this Resolution prohibits the City of Newark to revoke its support and rescind the conditional license.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Business Administrator Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Resolution for Support Purpose: To provide a Resolution of Support for Unity Rd. Cannabis Shop LLC to operate a Class V Cannabis Retail Business within the City of Newark. Additional Information: Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 17:30-5.1(g) and/or pursuant to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 24:6I-7.2(4); nothing in this Resolution prohibits the City of Newark to revoke its support and rescind the conditional license.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Use of State Contract(s) #24-COMG-86431 and #24COMG-86430, T0081 Gases Medical Specialty and Industrial State Wide Purpose: To purchase Gases Medical Specialty and Industrial State Wide for the Department of Public Safety Entity Name(s)/Address(s): 1. AGL Welding Supply Company Inc. 600 Route 46 West, Clifton, New Jersey 07015-8591 2. Linde Gas and Equipment, Inc. 10 Riverview Drive Danbury, Connecticut 06810-26713 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $350,000.00 Funding Source: Budget/Department of 1. Public Safety/NW011-190-1902, 011-190-1903, 011-190-1904(Various accounts and budget years) All allowable and approved Public Safety Grants and Capital. 2. Department of Public Works, Division of Motors/011-060-0602-83550-B2026; 3. Water and Sewer Utilities/037-750-7502-71530-B2026; Contract Period: October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2028, inclusive of any extensions by the State Contract Basis: ( ) Bid (X) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: This is an open-ended contract. To purchase Gases Medical Specialty and Industrial State Wide for the Department of Public Safety, Division of Motors and the Department of Water and Sewer Utilities for the purchase and delivery of necessary gases, cylinders, and related equipment.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Bid Contract(s) Purpose: To Provide Ammunition Entity Name(s)/Address(s): Atlantic Tactical Inc; 772 Corporate Circle, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania 17070 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $300,000.00 Funding Source: Budget 2025/ Public Safety/Police NW011-190-1902-83830-B2026 Contract Period: To be established for a period not to exceed twenty-four (24) consecutive months, commencing upon a fully executed contract Contract Basis: (X) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: This contract will provide Ammunition for the Department of Public Safety Division of Police. Advertisement Date: April 23, 2025 Bids Downloaded: Twenty (20) Bids Submitted: Two (2)
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To provide funds for FY 2025 Federal Highway Safety Grant. Funding Source: New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety (DHTS) Appropriation Amount: $67,000.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: October 1, 2024 Through September 30, 2025, or until the grant funds are fully expended. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Resolution 7R9-a adopted December 18, 2024 Operating Agency: Department of Public Safety Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: Acceptance of the Cooperative Agreements for Innovative Community Crisis Response Partnerships Grant Funding Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Appropriation Amount: $727,424.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: September 30, 2025, through September 29, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Apply and Accept Resolution which will be submitted under separate cover as (File ID #26-0587) Operating Agency: Department of Health and Community Wellness Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing (X) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To support the immunization program Funding Source: New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), Vaccine Preventable Disease Program Appropriation Amount: $37,800.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: 7R5a- adopted on October 22, 2025, which approved a grant amount of $388,000.00 from New Jersey Department of Health. An additional funding of $37,800.00 has since been awarded for the Immunization Program, bringing the total grant award to $425,800.00. Funds accepted by Apply and Accept Resolution will be submitted under separate cover as File ID #26-0630. Operating Agency: Department of Health and Community Wellness Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration / Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Acceptance of grant funds for the Firefighters Memorial Park Climate-Resilient Community Space Entity Name: New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) Entity Address: 44 S. Clinton Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08625 Grant Amount: $500,000.00 Total Project Cost: $0.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Grant Period: Until June 30, 2029 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Bid Contract(s) Purpose: To provide Locksmith Services - General, Magnetic, Safe Type, and Automatic Locks Entity Name(s)/Address(s): Firstline Locksmith LLC, 2277 Route 33 East, Suite 406, Hamilton, New Jersey 08690 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $680,000.00 Funding Source: Public Safety, Police; NW011-190-1902-72140-B2026, Office of City Clerk; NW011-020-0201-71280-B2026, Public Works, Public Buildings; NW010-060-0604-71770-B2026, Water and Sewer Utilities; NW037-750-7502-71770-B2025/B2026, NW038-800-8003-71770-B2025/B2026, Department of Health and Community Wellness, Environmental Health; NW051-G25-5H5U0-71770-B2025, NW011-120-1203-71630-B2026, Office Homeless Services; NW011-120-1201-83870-B2026, NW026-46480-B2026 Contract Period: To be established for a period not to exceed twenty-four (24) consecutive months, commencing upon a fully executed contract Contract Basis: (X) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: This contract will provide Locksmith Services - General, Magnetic, Safe Type, and Automatic Locks for the Various Newark City Departments. Advertisement Date: September 24, 2025 Bids Downloaded: Nineteen (19) Bids Submitted: Three (3)
Dept/ Agency: Administration / Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Acceptance of grant funds from the United States Environmental Protection Agency for the Water Monitoring Program Entity Name: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Entity Address: 290 Broadway, New York, New York 10007 Grant Amount: $492,000.00 Total Project Cost: $0.00 City Contribution: $0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: $0.00 Grant Period: 9/1/2025 to 9/30/2030 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To provide funds for the Firefighters Memorial Park Climate-Resilient Community Space Grant. Funding Source: New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) Appropriation Amount: $500,000.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: June 1, 2026 Through May 31, 2029 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Resolution Legistar #26-0706 under separate cover. Operating Agency: Department of Public Safety, Fire Division Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/ Office of the Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Cooperative Purchasing Agreement Purpose: To authorize membership in the OMNIA Partners National Cooperative and the use of OMNIA Partners Cooperative Contract # R240303, - Software Solutions and Services. Entity Name: Carahsoft Technology Corp. Entity Address: 11493 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 100, Reston, Virginia 20190 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $48,877.50 Funding Source: 2025 Budgets/Department of Administration/Fund NW051, Dept. ID G25, Project M25Q0, Activity A, Account #71280, Budget Ref. 2025 Contract Period: Upon approval by the Municipal Council through December 31, 2027, inclusive of any extensions granted by OMNIA Partners. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) N/A Additional Information: This Cooperative Purchasing Agreement will authorize the use of OMNIA Partners Cooperative Contract #R240303, Software Solutions and Services with Carahsoft Technology Corp., to purchase and provide a grants management software subscription through the authorized vendor, Euna Solutions, Inc. for the City of Newark.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: FY 2026 Distracted Driving Grant. Funding Source: New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety (DHTS) Appropriation Amount: $7,000.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through April 30, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds accepted by Resolution 7R9-b adopted April 15, 2026 Operating Agency: Department of Public Safety/Police Division Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: To provide funds for FY 2025 Youth Boxing Program Grant. Funding Source: New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, Athletic Control Board Appropriation Amount: $65,000.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds to be accepted by Resolution #26-0681 under separate cover. Operating Agency: Department of Public Safety, Police Division Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Office of Management and Budget Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Temporary Emergency Appropriation Purpose: The primary goal of this grant is for the Water Monitoring Program to purchase water loss monitoring equipment. The project will procure and deploy advanced acoustic leak detection equipment to address significant Non-Revenue Water (NRW) loss within its aging water distribution system. Funding Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Appropriation Amount: $492,000.00 Budget Year: 2026 Contract Period: Upon Completion Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information: Funds to be accepted by Apply and Accept Resolution 26-0710 under separate cover, Legistar 26-0710 Operating Agency: Department of Water and Sewer Utilities Two-Thirds vote of full membership required.
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EXPRESSING PROFOUND SORROW AND REGRET Sponsored by President C. Lawrence Crump 1. Robert L. Arnold Sponsored by Council Member Amina Bey 2. Sharon Wells Sponsored by Council Member Dupré L. Kelly 3. Captain Robinson Rodriquez, Newark Fire Department Sponsored by Council Member Luis A. Quintana 4. Pastor Joani Roman Sponsored by Council Member Louise Scott-Rountree 5. Marie A. Cotton 6. Ricardo Darden 7. Cierra Lancaster 8. Ignacio Rosario
RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING Sponsored by Council Member Amina Bey 1. Individuals honored during the “Write into Action” Essay Contest 2. Individuals honored in the Essay Contest “Write into Action” Science Park High School 3. Central High School Girls Flag Football Team on their 10-0 Season Sponsored by Council Member Patrick O. Council 4. Lossie Bostic, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Dupré L. Kelly 5. Cathy Booker Sponsored by Council Member Luis A. Quintana 6. Gladys Martinez, Mother’s Tribute Cinco de Mayo 7. General Adjunct Consul, Belén García Arcat 8. Lucia Alicia Dominguez 9. Individuals honored during the Annual Mother’s Day of Mujeres de Ayer Hoy y Siempre 10. Individuals honored during the Celebration of the Independence of Ecuador Sponsored by Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. 11. Awilda Rodriguez, Retirement 12. Carmen Sanchez, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Louise Scott-Rountree 13. Individuals honored for the GIRLS Academy, Inc. 14. Individuals honored during the 2026 Dr. Emily Cissy Houston Lifetime Achievement Award at the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 15. Individuals honored during the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 - Roars Back to Broadway “Mother’s Day Weekend” 16. Individuals honored during the City of Newark Senior Services - 2026 Unsung Hero & Heroines 17. Individuals honored during the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark - 38th Annual Evening of the Stars Gala 18. Individuals honored during the Berkeley College Newark Campus Networking Event 19. Individuals honored during the 27th Annual National Day of Prayer 20. AARP New Jersey 21. Individuals honored during the NJ Health Care Employer District 119J - Annual National Appreciation Week 22. Individuals honored during the Africana Institute Celebrating 25 Years Sankofa Royal Celebration and Dinner 23. Evelyn Fladger, 105th Birthday Celebration 24. Pastor Jerry Smith, 20th Pastoral Anniversary 25. Individuals honored during the 2026 Tikkun Olam Stars 26. Jack Robinson III 27. Individuals honored during the Secret Place of Praise Church First Annual Gala 28. Reverend Ryan M Buckland - Celebrating 5 Years of Faithful Service 29. J’s House, Mental Health Awareness 30. Newark Fire Union, Mental Health Awareness Walk 31. Individuals honored during the Citywide Revival of Newark Sponsored by Council Member Michael J. Silva 32. Best of the Best Wilson Avenue School 33. Best of the Best Ironbound Academy 34. Best of the Best East Side High School 35. Best of the Best East Ward Elementary School 36. Best of the Best Ann Street School 37. Best of the Best Newark School of Architecture and Interior Design 38. Best of the Best South Street School 39. Best of the Best Oliver Street School 40. Best of the Best Lafayette Street School 41. Best of the Best Hawkins Street School 42. Luís Pires 43. Tony Vieira 44. Manuel Rebelo
RAFFLE LICENSES 1. Newark Beth Israel Medical Center/RL-10 2. St. Lucy's Catholic Church Newark/RL-11 3. Philip's Academy Charter School Newark- PTA/RL-12 4. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church/RL-13
Dept/ Agency: Economic & Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Site Access Agreement / Right of Entry Purpose: The Army Corps of Engineers, New York District, in partnership with NJDEP have been authorized per Section 101(a)(18) of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 1990, as amended, and in accordance with the Disaster Relief Appropriation Action of 2013 (Public Law 113-2), enacted by Congress in response to Hurricane Sandy in October 2012 to construct the Passaic River Tidal Protection Area, NJ Coast Storm Risk Management Project. This project is intended to provide flood relief for the Ironbound area of the City of Newark. This requires construction of various flood mitigation solutions and structures which necessitate access to complete environmental testing, surveys, & assessments and progress project design within various City of Newark properties along the project alignment. Entity Name: United States Corps of Engineers (USACE) - New York District Entity Address: 26 Federal Plaza, 16th Floor, Real Estate Division, New York, New York 10278-0090 Contract Period: Commencing on the date of execution of the Access Agreement/Right of Entry and terminating upon the earlier of the termination date reflected within the executed document or via a written notice from NJDEP and/or USACE that the Passaic Tidal Project will no longer be pursued or the project activities have been completed. Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Location of Property: (if applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 703-785 Raymond Boulevard/Block 2027/Lot 2/ East Ward 787-815 Raymond Boulevard (Rear)/Block 2028/Lot 1/ East Ward 787-809 Raymond Boulevard/Block 2028/Lot 2/East Ward Additional Information: No municipal funds required.
Dept/ Agency: Finance Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Application to Department of Community Affairs (DCA) for funding of the Newark UEZ Citywide Beautification Project Name of Project(s): Newark UEZ Citywide Beautification Project Amount to be Financed: Not to exceed $4,338,746.00 Funding Source: Zone Assistance Funds Local Finance Board meeting date(s): N/A Project Information: (Description/ Project No./ Amount Appropriated/Ordinance No.) RESOLUTION OF THE NEWARK MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION/ACCEPTANCE OF AN APPLICATION TO THE NEW JERSEY URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE AUTHORITY FOR THE NEWARK UEZ CITYWIDE BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Finance Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Application to the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) for the use of UEZ Funds Name of Project(s): Newark UEZ FY26 Public Safety Project Amount to be Financed: Not to exceed $2,028,943.00 Funding Source: DCA UEZ Program Local Finance Board meeting date(s): N/A Project Information: (Description/ Project No./ Amount Appropriated/Ordinance No.) Resolution of the Newark Municipal Council authorizing the Submission/Acceptance of an Application to the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for the Newark UEZ FY26 Public Safety Project Additional Information:
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Dept./ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing (X) Amending Type of Service: Subordination Agreement Purpose: An Agreement to Subordinate the City of Newark's Reverter Rights by entering into a First Amendment to Agreement for the Sale and Redevelopment of Land and a Subordination and Recognition Agreement in order to permit the Redeveloper to obtain the financing necessary for the development of a new five-story mixed-use building Entity Name: S.A.T. Urban Renewal Entity, LLC Entity Address: 156 Elizabeth Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07108 Sale Amount: $55,300.00 Cost Basis: ( X ) $ 10.00 PSF ( ) Negotiated (X) N/A ( ) Other: Assessed Amount: N/A Appraised Amount: N/A Contract Period: Not Applicable Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) n/a List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 142-144 Elizabeth Avenue/Block 2776/ Lot 8.01/South Ward Additional Information: Resolution 7R2-f adopted on July 22, 2020, designating S.A.T. Urban Renewal Entity, LLC, as the redeveloper and authorizing an Agreement for the Sale and Redevelopment of Land.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR, AND/OR HIS DESIGNEE, THE DEPUTY MAYOR/DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT TO AUTHORIZE THE SALE AND TRANSFER OF THE CITY OF NEWARK PROPERTY, 324-346 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE, IDENTIFIED ON THE CITY OF NEWARK TAX MAP AS BLOCK 268, LOT 1 and 1 BLDG AND BLOCK 269, LOT 4 TO ESSEX RESERVOIR URBAN RENEWAL LLC FOR THE AMOUNT OF $1.00, PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT FOR SALE AND REDEVELOPMENT OF LAND.
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Department Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing (X) Amending Type of Service: Redevelopment Agreement Purpose: Authorize Execution of an Agreement for the Sale and Redevelopment of Land Between the City of Newark and Essex Reservoir Urban Renewal LLC Entity Name: Essex Reservoir Urban Renewal LLC Entity Address: c/o Urban League of Essex County, 508 Central Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07107 Contract Amount: $1.00 Funding Source: Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( X ) n/a List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 324-346 South Orange Avenue/Block 268, Lot 1 and 1 BLDG and Block 269, Lot 4/West Ward
Dept/ Agency: Offices of Municipal Council/City Clerk Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Attestation of Review of City Audit Purpose: To comply with Local Finance Board Regulations City Audit Year: 2024 Additional Information: A certified copy of this Resolution and Municipal Council’s Affidavit will be submitted to the Local Finance Board.
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE X, FINANCES AND TAXATION, CHAPTER 10:32, SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, OF THE REVISED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 2000, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, TO AMEND VARIOUS SECTIONS INCREASING THE ADMINISTRATIVE FEE RETAINED BY THE CITY TAX COLLECTOR FROM ONE PERCENT (1%) TO TWO PERCENT (2%)
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Pre-Litigation Settlement Claimant: Office of Homelessness Service Providers Claimant's Attorney: Not Applicable Settlement Amount: $2,279,574.09 Funding Source: 2025 Unclassified Budget Fund NW011 Department 200 Division 2001 Account 97550 Ref: B2026; 2025 DCA Budget Fund NW 051 Department G25 Division M25T0 Account 71280 Ref: B2025; 2024 DCA Budget Fund NW 051 Department G25 Division M2420 Account 71280 Ref: B2024; 2025 DCA NW 051 Department G25 Division H250S Account 71280 Ref: B2025 Additional Information:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING TITLE 18, HOUSING CODE, CHAPTER 17, OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 2000, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, TO ESTABLISH ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATES OF HABITABILITY AND STRENGTHEN ENFORCEMENT THROUGH REVOCATION.
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ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 6PSF-G, ADOPTED June 2, 2021, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND/OR HER DESIGNEE, THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS, TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN AMENDED LEASE AGREEMENT AMENDING THE NAME OF THE LANDLORD FROM URBAN RENEWAL, LLC, TO CATHOLIC CHARITIES ARCHDIOCES OF NEWARK FOR THE LEASE OF THE PREMISE COMMONLY KNOWN AS A RESIDENTIAL HOMELESS SHELTER AND ASSOCIATED OFFICE SPACE AT THE FORMER MILLER STREET SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 47-71 MILLER STREET; 61-75 FRELINGHUYSEN AVENUE, AND 47-61 VANDERPOOL STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 07114 (SOUTH WARD);PURSUANT TO NJSA 40A:12-5. ORDINANCE 6PSF-Z 05/19/2021 EXTENDED TARGET DATE ON WHICH CITY OF NEWARK MAY TERMINATE IF PREMISES ARE NOT COMPLETED; AS WELL AS A SUBORDINATION, NONDISTURBANCE, ATTORNMENT AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 31, 2022.
Dept/ Agency: Public Safety/Division of Police Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Application/ Acceptance of Grant Funds Purpose: Police Initiative to implement youth boxing program Entity Name: Office of the Attorney General, State Athletic Board Entity Address: 22 S. Clinton Avenue, 4th Floor, Trenton, NJ 08625 Grant Amount: $65,000.00 Total Project Cost: $65,000.00 City Contribution: $ 0.00 Other Funding Source/Amount: N/A Grant Period: January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING TITLE 18, HOUSING CODE, CHAPTER 5, SECURITY, OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 2000, AS AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTED, TO ADD A PROVISION ESTABLISHING ALTERNATIVE SECURITY COMPLIANCE FOR CERTAIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS.
Dept/ Agency: Public Safety/Division of Police Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Service Contract Purpose: Psychological Service Contract Entity Name: Keystone Psychological Services, LLC Entity Address: 39 Matrick Court, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $200,000.00 Funding Source: NWO011-190-1902-71210-B2026 Contract Period: April 20, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Settlement of Civil Litigation Docket No.: ESX-L-001627-21 Claimant: Zarifa Wilson Claimant's Attorney: Jack Sanders, Esq., Shebell & Shebell Attorneys at Law, 600 Broad Street, Suite 100, Shrewsbury, New Jersey 07702 Settlement Amount: $85,000.00 Funding Source: Insurance Trust Fund Additional Information:
Dept./ Agency: Administration/Office of Business Administrator Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Recipient Purpose: To provide Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention in High Risk Intervention. Entity Name: Newark Community Street Team Entity Address: 915 South 16th Street, Newark, NJ 07108 Grant Amount: $250,000.00 Funding Source: 2026 Department of Administration /Business Unit: NW011, Dept. 030, Div./Proj. 0312, Activity A, Account #96210, Budget Ref. B2026 Grant Period: Grant funds to be expended no later than December 31, 2026 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A Additional Information: This Resolution authorizes an Agreement for the provision of community-based violence intervention and prevention youth mentoring programs. Date Advertised: September 24, 2025 Bids Downloaded: Fifteen (15) Bids Received: Fifteen (15)
Dept/ Agency: Finance Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Authorizing the Foreclosure of 38 properties List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) (See Exhibit A, attached) Additional Information: Resolution authorizes the In-Rem Tax Foreclosure of 38 Tax Sale Certificates and related properties on the 2026 Tax Foreclosure List (Exhibit A). Deferred 7R4-c 052026
Dept/ Agency: Law Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Purpose: Settlement Type of Service: Settlement Purpose: Settlement of outstanding fees for provision of legal services concerning litigation matters. Entity Name: Jalloh & Jalloh, LLC. Entity Address: 21 West Blancke Street, Suite 2, Linden, New Jersey 07036 Settlement Amount: $73,630.19 Funding Source: Fund: 011 Dept: 046 Division: 0461 Account: 71260, Budget B2025 Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Private Sale/Redevelopment Purpose: Construction of an eighty (80) to one hundred (100) unit residential apartment building, with a minimum of 20% designated as affordable housing, at 198-202 Meeker Avenue. Development of a truck and trailer parking facility at 847-983 Doremus Avenue, leveraging its proximity to the Port of Newark and surrounding industrial area for port-related use. Redevelopment of 77-101 Riverside Avenue for industrial use following a comprehensive environmental review, beginning with a site investigation report and completion of all necessary environmental remediation Entity Name: 847-983 Doremus Avenue, LLC Entity Address: 500 Avenue P, Newark, New Jersey 07105 Sale Amount: $4,000,000.00 Cost Basis: ( ) $ PSF (X) Negotiated ( ) N/A ( ) Other: Assessed Amount: $2,237,300.00 Appraised Amount: N/A Contract Period: To commence within three (3) months and be completed within eighteen (18) months following transfer of property ownership from the City to the Redeveloper Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ (X) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 847-896 Doremus Avenue/ Block 5082 Lot 74/ East Ward 198-202 Meeker Avenue/Block 3730.01 Lot 2/ South Ward 77-83 Riverside Avenue/Block 674 Lot 4/ North Ward 85 Riverside Avenue/Block 674 Lot 3/ North Ward 87-101 Riverside Avenue/Block 674 Lot 5/ North Ward Additional Information: Sale Price: Negotiated = $4,000.000.00. Sale at prices set forth by Ordinance 6S&Fh, adopted on April 7, 2004, establishing the minimum sale price of City-owned properties
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Private Sale/Redevelopment Purpose: Rehabilitation and Conversion to Market-Rate Apartments Entity Name: Commerce 34 LLC Entity Address: 34 Commerce Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Sale Amount: $700,000.00 Cost Basis: ( ) $ PSF (X) Negotiated ( ) N/A ( ) Other: Assessed Amount: $839,400.00 Appraised Amount: $0.00 Contract Period: To commence within three (3) months and be completed within eighteen (18) months following transfer of property ownership from the City to the Redeveloper Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ (X) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 34 Commerce Street/Block 145/ Lot 28/ Central Ward Additional Information: Sale Price: Negotiated = $700,000.00 Sale at prices set forth by Ordinance 6S&Fh, adopted on April 7, 2004, establishing the minimum sale price of City-owned properties
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Dept/ Agency: Public Safety/Division of Police Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Photo-manager, Network System Software Purpose: To provide support and maintenance of proprietary software and hardware. Entity Name: Clearview Data Systems, Inc. Entity Address: 728 N. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, South Carolina 29607-1623 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $61,018.79 Funding Source: NWO011-190-1902-71210-B2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor () Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open (X) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient (X) N/A Exception to Public Bidding Additional Information:
Dept/ Agency: Administration/Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Use of State Contract(s) #T0790 Firefighter Protective Clothing and Equipment, and their authorized distributors Purpose: To Purchase Firefighter Protective Gear, Equipment and Supplies - Statewide Entity Name(s)/Address(s): 1. AAA Emergency Supply Co Inc, 635 N. Broadway White Plains, N.U. 10603 2. AAH Acquisition LLC., 217 Titusville Rd, Union City, P.A. 16438 3. Continental Fire & Safety Inc- 2740 Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ 08691 4. Draeger Inc- 3135 Quarry Road Telford, PA 18969 5. Fire-Dex LLC- 780 S. Progress Drive, Medina, OH 44256 6. Firefighter One LLC- 34 Wilson Drive, Sparta, NJ 07871 7. First Battalion Firefighting Equipment, LLC, 34 Wilson Drive, Sparta, NJ 07871 8. Galls LLC,1340 Russell Cave Rd, Lexington, KY 40505 9. HAIX North America- 2320 Fortune Drive Suite 120, Lexington, KY 40509 10. Howell Rescue Systems Inc., 2673 Culver Avenue, Kettering, OH 45429 11. Keyport Army Navy, P.O Box 985, Brick, NJ 08723 12. KOB Solutions LLC, 224 Middle Road #1, Hazlet, NJ 07730 13. Lions First Responder PPE, Inc., 7200 POE Avenue, Ste 400, Dayton, OH 45414 14. MES Service Company LLC, 7150 Airport Highway, Pennsauken, NJ 08109 15. Morning Pride Manufacturing LLC dba Honeywell First Responder Products, 1 Innovation CT, Dayton, OH 45414 16. Pi Variables Inc. DBA pi Lit, 3002 Dow Ave, STE 138, Tustin, CA 92780 17. Ricochet Manufacturing Company Inc., 4700 Wissahickon Avenue #112, Philadelphia, P.A. 19144 18. Safeware Inc., 4403 Forbes Blvd, Lanham, MD 20706 19. Emergency Equipment Sales, LLC, 119 Winterwood Avenue, Ewing, N.J. 08638 20. Stanfields, LTD- 1 Logan Street, PO Box 190, Truro NS B2N 5C2 Canada 21. State Line Fire & Safety Inc, 50 Park Ave, Park Ridge, NJ 07656 22. Strategic Safety Dynamics LLC, 279 4th Avenue, St. James, NY 11780 23. Tomahawk Strategic Solutions LLC, 4751 Trousdale Dr. #110, Nashville, TN 37220 24. Viking Life-Saving Equipment, 11255 NW 106 St., Ste 1, Miami, Fl 33178 25. Witmer Public Safety Group Inc., 104 Independence Way, Coatesville, PA 19320 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $3,000,000.00 Funding Source: 2025 Budget/Department of Public Safety, Fire Division 011-190-1903-71280, 011-190-1903-83830, 011-190-1903-94510, NW051-G22-P22D0-71280-B2022, NW051-G23-G23K0-71280-B2023, NW051-G24-P24K0-71280-B2024, NW051-G24-P24K0-83830-B2024, NW051-G25-P25B0-94350-B2025, NW051-G25-F25B0-94510, NW051-G25-F25B0-83830-B2025-NW051-G26 - (All Future approved Public Safety Grants and Capital) Contract Period: Upon approval by the Municipal Council through March 19, 2030, inclusive of any extensions by the State Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( X ) n/a Additional Information: This contract will provide Firefighter Protective Gear, Equipment and Supplies - Statewide to the Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire.
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Dept/ Agency: Administration/ Division of Central Purchasing Action: ( ) Ratifying ( X ) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Cooperative Purchasing Agreement Purpose: To authorize the use of Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Contract Ambulances, EMS, and Other Special Vehicles #AM10-23 to purchase one (1) Ford F-550 4 x 4 with light duty rescue body, 134”7 compartments for CBRNE response. Entity Name: 1075 Emergency Lighting LLC d/b/a 10-75 Emergency Vehicles Entity Address: 14 First Avenue, Unit 3, Haskell, New Jersey 07420 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $233,553.00 Funding Source: 2024 Budget/Department of Public Safety/NW051-G24-P24M0-94350-B2024 Contract Period: Upon approval and authorization of the Municipal Council through September 30, 2027, inclusive of any extensions granted by HGACBUY Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( X ) n/a Additional Information: This Resolution authorizes the City’s Department of Public Safety to utilize the HGACBUY National Cooperative Purchasing Agreement Contract #AM10-23 to purchase of Emergency Vehicles for the City’s Department of Public Safety.
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Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families Entity Name: Isaiah House Entity Address: 238 North Munn Avenue, East Orange, New Jersey 07017 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $ 284,700.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount $ 47,580.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families Entity Name: Real House Entity Address: 94 Grove Street, Montclair, New Jersey 07042 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $266,450.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount of $44,530.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families Entity Name: United Community Corporation Entity Address: 332 South 8th Street, Newark, New Jersey 07103 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $ 392,375.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount $65,575.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families. Entity Name: YMCA of Newark and Vicinity Entity Address: 600 broad Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $2,901,750.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant () Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial award in the amount $484,950.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families Entity Name: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Newark (St. Rocco) Entity Address: 590 North 7th Street, 4th Floor, Newark, New Jersey 07107 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $ 309,520.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: Apri 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount $51,728.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026, balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents Individuals and Families Entity Name: Fairmont Health Services Entity Address: 202 Fairmont Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07103 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $333,975.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: Apri 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount $ 55,815.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
Dept/ Agency: Health and Community Wellness Action: (X) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Contract with Grant Sub-recipient Purpose: Emergency Housing Program for Newark Residents, Individuals and Families Entity Name: The Apostle’s House Entity Address: 16-18 Grant Avenue, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Grant Amount: Not to exceed $ 1,119,090.00 Funding Source: Unclassified 011-200-2001-97550-B2026 Contract Period: Apri 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027 Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale (X) Grant (X) Sub-recipient ( ) N/A List of Property: (Not applicable) (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) Additional Information: Partial Certification of Funds in the amount $187,026.00 for April 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026 balance of contract is subject to the availability of funds. Vendor has been awarded a partial amount.
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ADDED STARTERS
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF CITY OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS
City of Newark, Department of Finance, 2024 Statutory and Single Audit, Corrective Action Plan.
Economic and Housing Development
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Private Sale/Redevelopment Purpose: To use as an extension to a current development project Entity Name: 34 Jersey U R LLC Entity Address: 1 Julius Way, Lakewood, New Jersey 08701 Sale Amount: $2,600,000.00 Cost Basis: ( ) $ PSF (X) Negotiated ( ) N/A ( ) Other: Assessed Amount: $920,100.00 Appraised Amount: $3,700,000.00 Contract Period: To commence within three (3) months and be completed within eighteen (18) months following transfer of property ownership from the City to the Redeveloper Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor ( ) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS ( ) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions ( ) RFP ( ) RFQ (X) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a List of Property: (Address/Block/Lot/Ward) 34-48 Jersey Street/Block 171/ Lot 41/ East Ward Additional Information: Sale Price: Negotiated = $2,600,000.00 The difference between the sale price and appraised value is being offset by the Redeveloper's proposed construction of a boardwalk on the property, with an estimated cost ranging from One Million One Hundred Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($1,100,000.00) to One Million Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($1,350,000.00)
Dept/ Agency: Economic and Housing Development Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Professional Service Contract Purpose: Architectural and Engineering Services for Mulberry Pedestrian Bridge Entity Name: Pennoni Associates Inc. Entity Address: 1085 Raymond Boulevard, Newark, New Jersey 07102 Contract Amount: Not to exceed $11,842,430.00.00 Funding Source: Mass Transit Access Tax Revenue Bond Proceeds Contract Period: Until completion in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-15(9) Contract Basis: ( ) Bid ( ) State Vendor (X) Prof. Ser. ( ) EUS (X) Fair & Open ( ) No Reportable Contributions (X) RFP ( ) RFQ ( ) Private Sale ( ) Grant ( ) Sub-recipient ( ) n/a Additional Information:
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RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING Sponsored by Council Member Amina Bey 1. Individuals honored during the “Write into Action” Essay Contest 2. Individuals honored in the Essay Contest “Write into Action” Science Park High School 3. Central High School Girls Flag Football Team on their 10-0 Season Sponsored by Council Member Patrick O. Council 4. Lossie Bostic, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Dupré L. Kelly 5. Cathy Booker Sponsored by Council Member Luis A. Quintana 6. Gladys Martinez, Mother’s Tribute Cinco de Mayo 7. General Adjunct Consul, Belén García Arcat 8. Lucia Alicia Dominguez 9. Individuals honored during the Annual Mother’s Day of Mujeres de Ayer Hoy y Siempre 10. Individuals honored during the Celebration of the Independence of Ecuador Sponsored by Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. 11. Awilda Rodriguez, Retirement 12. Carmen Sanchez, 100th Birthday Celebration Sponsored by Council Member Louise Scott-Rountree 13. Individuals honored for the GIRLS Academy, Inc. 14. Individuals honored during the 2026 Dr. Emily Cissy Houston Lifetime Achievement Award at the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 15. Individuals honored during the McDonald’s Gospel Fest 2026 - Roars Back to Broadway “Mother’s Day Weekend” 16. Individuals honored during the City of Newark Senior Services - 2026 Unsung Hero & Heroines 17. Individuals honored during the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newark - 38th Annual Evening of the Stars Gala 18. Individuals honored during the Berkeley College Newark Campus Networking Event 19. Individuals honored during the 27th Annual National Day of Prayer 20. AARP New Jersey 21. Individuals honored during the NJ Health Care Employer District 119J - Annual National Appreciation Week 22. Individuals honored during the Africana Institute Celebrating 25 Years Sankofa Royal Celebration and Dinner 23. Evelyn Fladger, 105th Birthday Celebration 24. Pastor Jerry Smith, 20th Pastoral Anniversary 25. Individuals honored during the 2026 Tikkun Olam Stars 26. Jack Robinson III 27. Individuals honored during the Secret Place of Praise Church First Annual Gala 28. Reverend Ryan M Buckland - Celebrating 5 Years of Faithful Service 29. J’s House, Mental Health Awareness 30. Newark Fire Union, Mental Health Awareness Walk 31. Individuals honored during the Citywide Revival of Newark Sponsored by Council Member Michael J. Silva 32. Best of the Best Wilson Avenue School 33. Best of the Best Ironbound Academy 34. Best of the Best East Side High School 35. Best of the Best East Ward Elementary School 36. Best of the Best Ann Street School 37. Best of the Best Newark School of Architecture and Interior Design 38. Best of the Best South Street School 39. Best of the Best Oliver Street School 40. Best of the Best Lafayette Street School 41. Best of the Best Hawkins Street School 42. Luís Pires 43. Tony Vieira 44. Manuel Rebelo
EXPRESSING PROFOUND SORROW AND REGRET Sponsored by President C. Lawrence Crump 1. Robert L. Arnold Sponsored by Council Member Amina Bey 2. Sharon Wells Sponsored by Council Member Dupré L. Kelly 3. Captain Robinson Rodriquez, Newark Fire Department Sponsored by Council Member Luis A. Quintana 4. Pastor Joani Roman Sponsored by Council Member Louise Scott-Rountree 5. Marie A. Cotton 6. Ricardo Darden 7. Cierra Lancaster 8. Ignacio Rosario
AN ORDINANCE RATIFYING AND AUTHORIZING A TEN (10) EXTENSION TO THE TAX ABATEMENT GRANTED TO CLAREMONT NEWARK URBAN RENEWAL, LLC FOR A PROJECT TO UNDERTAKE IMPROVEMENTS TO THE EXISTING BUILDING GENERALLY KNOWN AS THE “FBI BUILDING”) LOCATED AT 1-33 CENTRE PLACE AND IDENTIFIED ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE CITY AS BLOCK 129, LOT 1
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The ordinances adopted on First Reading today will be advertised in accordance with law, and a public hearing will be held at the regular meeting of June 17, 2026 at 12:30 P.M., or as soon thereafter as practical, in the Council Chamber, Second Floor, City Hall, Newark, New Jersey.
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A motion requesting that the Administration, Department of Engineering and Department of Economic and Housing Development include the Governor’s Office, its State Legislature and New Jersey Transit in future talks with Conrail, Path and Amtrak regarding the stalled completion of the Mulberry Commons Bridge.
A motion requesting that the Essex County Department of Public Works inspect and/or remove trees located on Chancellor Avenue from the Irvington line where low hanging tree limbs obscure stop signs; furthermore, requesting that the Essex County Division of Traffic and Signals investigate the possible installation of a new traffic signal to replace the blinking light located at Parkview Terrace and Chancellor Avenue.
A motion requesting that the Essex County Department of Public Works inspect and/or remove trees located on Chancellor Avenue from the Irvington line where low hanging tree limbs obscure stop signs; furthermore, requesting that the Essex County Division of Traffic and Signals investigate the possible installation of a new traffic signal to replace the blinking light located at Parkview Terrace and Chancellor Avenue.
A motion requesting the Department of Public Works, Division of Tree Trimming, initiate Citywide tree trimming program to remove low hanging limbs and overgrown brush that obscure motorists from viewing and obeying stop signs, traffic signals and street signage.
A motion requesting that the Department of Public Works, Division of Traffic and Signals, immediately install stop signs at the intersection of Park Avenue and Sixth Street.
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