Newark council advances ordinance to bar city funding for fossil-fuel projects after environmental group testimony The Newark Municipal Council advanced on first reading an ordinance to prohibit using city funds to develop or expand fossil‑fuel projects after testimony from the South Ward Environmental Alliance urging clearer language and technical revisions.

Newark is taking a bold step to protect public health by advancing an ordinance that would prevent city funds from fueling fossil-fuel projects!

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Council advances fossil-fuel zoning and city-funding prohibitions to first reading with drafting caveats Council moved both an amendment to zoning and a prohibition on city funds for fossil-fuel generation to first reading while administration staff said the ordinances need clearer drafting to avoid unintended bans on routine purchases such as gas for vehicles or airport depots. Dr. Leah Owens of the South Ward Environmental Alliance urged targeting of major polluters defined by NJDEP thresholds.

Newark's council is tackling fossil fuel regulations, but questions arise about the potential ban on everyday gas purchases.

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Residents, Environmental Groups Urge Council to Reject ‘Maori Village’ Housing Plan on Wetlands Speakers representing hundreds of residents and environmental groups urged the council to oppose the proposed "Maori Village" development, citing flood risk, habitat loss, and cleanup obligations at the Pick N Pull site and delivering a petition with thousands of signatures.

Residents and environmental advocates are rallying against the "Maori Village" housing development, claiming it threatens vital wetlands and increases flood risks in Newark.

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North Jersey Council Proposes Resolution to Combat Polluters in Passaic River Council pushes for federal support to fight pollution in Passaic River impacting four counties.

Newark's city council is taking a stand against pollution and supporting local taxi drivers, but will their urgent actions be enough to make a real difference?

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Blair Nelson urges Newark Council to reject incinerator renewal agreement with ReWorld Blair Nelson highlights environmental injustices of Newark's incinerator at city council meeting.

Blair Nelson is calling on Newark's Municipal Council to reject the controversial incinerator renewal, citing over 800 air permit violations and their devastating impact on community health.

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Newark Council reviews urban forest and active transportation plans amid greenhouse gas goals City council discusses timelines for urban forest and transportation plans to reduce emissions.

Newark is paving the way for a greener future with innovative plans to enhance urban forests and transportation, all while tackling climate change head-on.

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