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City administrator reappointed

City Council reappointed the city administrator for another year, months after the mayor decided to offer him the position on a permanent basis.

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Architects commissioned to assess City Hall

An architectural firm will assess City Hall to help city officials prioritize what type of work needs to be done on the nearly 40-year-old building. Continue reading Architects commissioned to assess City Hall

Redevelopment plan to focus on arts center

A redevelopment plan commissioned for the north end of downtown would focus on ensuring the financial viability of the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC). Continue reading Redevelopment plan to focus on arts center

Council tables Irving Street acquisition

City Council tabled two ordinances to acquire three lots at the corner of Irving Street and Seminary Avenue Monday night while approving a contract for environmental services on the parcels.

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City to pilot valet parking program

The city will launch a downtown valet parking pilot program this weekend that will run for two months.

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The Mint opens next week

The Mint, a 116-unit rental building on Monroe Street, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday Jan. 17 to mark the opening of the new development.

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Reva expected to be completed by year end

Reva Rahway, a 219-unit project at the site of the former Center Circle sports complex on Main Street, is anticipated to be completed by the end of December.

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Mione Park to be dedicated on New Church Street

The city officially will dedicate Salvatore M. Mione Park this weekend on a swath of land along New Church Street where a series of homes were razed as part of a flood protection project.

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