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Oliver Street complex wins tax appeal

An Oliver Street apartment complex won a tax appeal judgment of almost 10 percent off its property tax bills for 2014 and 2015.

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Developer covers $42k for new street lights

The developer of a 5-story complex under construction downtown will be responsible for almost $42,000 in streetlight improvements.
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City plans to appeal judge’s SID ruling

The city intends to file a notice of appeal to a judge’s decision that struck down the proposed expansion of the downtown Special Improvement District (SID) citywide.

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30 properties targeted for acquisition

At least 30 homes have been identified for acquisition by the state for flood control efforts along the Rahway River watershed.

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City Council approves building’s sale

City Council unanimously approved the sale of the Police Assistance Center building to the Parking Authority. The East Cherry Street property eventually will be razed as part of infrastructure improvements and reconfiguration related to a proposed mixed-use development and extension of Monroe Street.

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Judge rules against expanded SID

An ordinance that would have expanded the Special Improvement District (SID) beyond downtown to all commercial properties in the city was invalidated by a judge’s ruling.

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Four commercial tax appeals approved

City Council approved tax appeals for four commercial properties totaling almost $64,000 across a number of tax years.

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City Council to adopt Complete Streets policy

City Council introduced an ordinance that would encourage creating streets that accommodate users of all ages and types, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit vehicles, children, older citizens.

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