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Votes at a glance: Jersey City Council actions on March 25, 2026
Summary
The council introduced two ordinances, adopted Ordinance 26015 (Powerhouse Archdistrict), carried Ordinance 26016 to April 8, approved claims totaling about $18.7 million, approved multiple resolutions and appointments (including HEDC director confirmation 7–2), and voted to explore options for a Heights hospital (10.9) 8–0 (Brooks recused).
Key roll‑call outcomes from the March 25, 2026 Jersey City Municipal Council meeting:
- Introduction votes: Items 3.1 (Ordinance 26017) and 3.2 (Ordinance 26018) were introduced unanimously.
- Second reading/public hearing: Ordinance 26015 (Powerhouse Archdistrict redevelopment plan amendments) was the subject of a public hearing; after public comment the council closed the hearing and adopted Ordinance 26015 unanimously.
- Carried ordinance: Ordinance 26016 (parking permit zone adjacent to Liberty State Park) was carried to the April 8, 2026 meeting by unanimous motion so council leadership can meet local residents.
- Claims and addendums: Council approved claims and addendums covering approximately $18.7 million in spending by unanimous roll call.
- Resolutions and appointments: The council approved items 10.1–10.8 unanimously; item 10.9 (investigate options for a Heights hospital) passed 8–0 with Councilperson Brooks recused. Multiple appointments (items 10.20–10.30) were approved; Resolution 26149 confirming Anicia Cielone as HEDC director passed 7–2 with Councilpersons Gilmour and Lavaro voting no. Other appointments, including director appointments and advisory board placements, were approved per roll call.
- Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
For details and motions, see the meeting record and committee follow‑ups; several confirmed appointments were paired with public calls for increased oversight and investigatory committee reporting.
