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2026-0617 Bayonne City Council Meeting
Published: Jun 21, 2026
Bayonne City Council Approves Amendments to 2026 Municipal Budget Amidst Public Input
The Municipal Council of the City of Bayonne considered and adopted amendments to the 2026 local municipal budget. The amendments involved adjustments to general revenue, miscellaneous revenue (including a shared services agreement with the Bayonne Board of Education), debt service, and general appropriations. Public hearing was held, with some public comment requesting the budget be tabled for the incoming administration. However, the council proceeded with the vote, citing the need for continuity, timely tax bill issuance, and potential state fines for non-adoption. The budget passed with a 2.3% increase, which was noted as low compared to other increases for the Board of Education and County.
Bayonne City Council Withdraws Redevelopment Plan for Constitution Avenue Amidst Procedural Concerns
The City Council considered and ultimately withdrew an ordinance for the adoption of a redevelopment plan for the property located at 301 and 300-302 Constitution Avenue. The property is identified as Block 803 Lot 1 and Block 815 Lot 1. Significant public comment and council debate centered on the plan's process, specifically the lack of a Planning Board hearing due to canceled meetings. Concerns were raised about the potential for a 50-story building, traffic impact, infrastructure capacity (water and sewer), the process of public input, and the absence of the city planner. Legal counsel confirmed the council could legally proceed without the Planning Board's report due to the 45-day rule, but many council members and the public felt the process was short-circuited. The ordinance was withdrawn after debate, with some council members expressing the desire for the new council and Planning Board to review it.
City Proclaims June 17th 'Suzanne Mack Day' in Honor of Retiring City Planner's 28 Years of Service
A mayoral proclamation was read honoring Suzanne Mack upon her retirement as City Planner on July 1st, 2026, after 28 years of service. The proclamation highlighted her significant contributions, including managing redevelopment, affordable housing, transportation, and securing millions in federal and state funds. It also noted her extensive experience, including chairing the North Jersey Advisory Board of New Jersey Transit, her role as a certified planner and affordable housing professional, and her past leadership in the Jersey City Board of Education. The proclamation declared June 17th, 2026, as Suzanne Mack Day.
Bayonne City Council Tables Special Improvement District Ordinance Amidst Industrial Property Concerns
The City Council considered an ordinance (02) to create a special improvement district for the Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor. CenterPoint Properties, owner of an industrial property at 30 Pulaski Street, requested to be removed from the district, arguing that its industrial use would not benefit from the district's stated purposes (enhancing safety and attractiveness for visitors, organizing events, decorative lighting) and that the additional fees would create a financial disadvantage compared to competing properties in Jersey City. They also raised concerns about the selective inclusion of properties, excluding the Hook Road Industrial Corridor. Public comment from Michael O'Connor supported including the property for broader community improvements, while CenterPoint reiterated its request for removal. The council moved to table the ordinance.
Resident Raises Concerns Over High Water and Sewer Bills Due to Minimum Charge Fees
During the discussion of an ordinance amending and supplementing Chapter 24, Water and Sewer services, a resident expressed concerns about high water and sewer bills due to minimum charge fees based on meter size, resulting in charges for water not used. The resident stated they had been trying to resolve this issue with Veolia and municipal services for two years with no effect. Council members advised the resident to contact municipal services again, noting that the ordinance itself concerned a different plan (long-term control plan) and not individual billing disputes.
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