Elizabeth Morrill, Author at Jersey City Times

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Entries by Elizabeth Morrill

The Decade-Long Battle to Save Society Hill’s Trees

November 11, 2020 in header, Latest News, Neighborhoods, News, Uncategorized, Westside /by Elizabeth Morrill

The decision to remove 80 trees along the public walkway in Jersey City’s Society Hill was controversial and exposed deep flaws in governance in both Society Hill and city hall.

Mayor Fulop Announces Plan to Help Local Businesses Reopen

May 23, 2020 in header, Latest News, News /by Elizabeth Morrill

Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop unveiled a plan on Fri., May 22, to help local businesses reopen once Governor Murphy lifts restrictions instituted in March that currently prohibit all but “essential” firms from operating as normal.

Hudson County Tennis Courts to Partially Reopen on Saturday, May 23

May 22, 2020 in header, Latest News, News /by Elizabeth Morrill

Tennis courts in Lincoln and Braddock Parks would partially reopen on Saturday, May 23.

News Briefs

Mayor Steven M. Fulop has announced Elizabeth Castillo as the new Acting Director of the Department of Finance, established by the Mayor earlier this year to further develop fiscal policies and procedures. The new Acting Director will fill the position left vacant by the Department’s first-ever Director, John Metro, who was recently appointed the role of Acting Business Administrator by the Mayor.

Council President Joyce Watterman, Councilmember at-Large Rolando Lavarro, Ward B Councilmember Mira Prinz-Arey, Ward D Councilmember Yousef Saleh, and Ward E Councilmember James Solomon–called on the Hudson County Freeholders to reject the renewal of their detention contract with ICE.

On November 22, 2020 Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order extending the public health emergency that was declared on March 9, 2020. A declared public health emergency expires after 30 days unless renewed.

Governor Phil Murphy has signed an executive order retightening restrictions on gatherings to help stop the spread of COVID–19. Effective Tuesday: Indoor gatherings are limited to a MAXIMUM of 10 people Effective Nov 23rd: Outdoor gatherings are limited to a maximum of 150 people

Mayor Fulop has appointed John Metro as Acting Business Administrator. Metro currently serves as Director of Finance and previously had the job of Budget Director. Metro replaces Brian Platt who is taking the job of City Manager in Kansas City, Missouri.

Governor Murphy has ordered all restaurants, bars, clubs, and lounges to cease indoor service from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. and has prohibited bar side seating, effective November 12. Outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery services may continue past 10:00.

Keep abreast of Jersey City Covid-19 statistics here.

Governor Murphy has launched a “Covid Transparency Website” where New Jerseyans can track state expenditures related to Covid. Go here.

About Elizabeth Morrill

Entries by Elizabeth Morrill

The Decade-Long Battle to Save Society Hill’s Trees

Mayor Fulop Announces Plan to Help Local Businesses Reopen

Hudson County Tennis Courts to Partially Reopen on Saturday, May 23

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