Posted on June 13, 2019 in News
The purpose of this letter is to memorialize the Village Neighborhood Association’s (“VNA”) stance regarding the above referenced development proposal at Merseles Street, and to address the proposed amendments to the Merseles Redevelopment Plan.
Posted on June 13, 2019 in News
Thank you for taking the time to meet with Councilman Solomon in March and voice your concerns and listen to the projects and ideas the Councilman is working on in Ward E. In response to the concerns and questions that were asked that evening I have attached a letter that directly answers the questions and some materials requested. Attached you will see a word document with the questions asked during the meeting and the answer to the question. There are a few items that we are working towards and require some follow up and working with other agencies with-in the city. Please feel free to share this information with fellow neighbors. If you have further questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Best Regards,
Laura
Laura Bustamante
Aide to Councilman Solomon Ward E
Phone Number: 201-547-5283
Fax Number: 201-547-4678
merseles rdp
Posted on June 2, 2019 in Events, News
Monday, June 3, 2019
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Casa Colombo, 380 Monmouth St, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Ward E Councilman James Solomon will be meeting with the community on Monday evening to discuss proposed amendments to the Merseles Redevelopment Plan, which covers the large empty area from 2nd to 3rd Streets just east of Merseles, across from PS 5 and Mary Benson Park.
The developer is seeking to build beyond the limitations of the RDP, asking for extra height and density. The proposal is for 5 stories, 69 apartments and 45 parking spaces, which is 1 story and 22 apartments more than is currently allowed, and a parking ratio of .7 cars per apartment instead of 1 per apartment.
As a community benefit, the developer will make 3 apartments affordable housing, and will give $1.1 million to the JCRA to be used toward solving flooding issues at Mary Benson Park.
Because it is an RDP, any changes to the height, density and parking requirements have to be approved by the City Council.
Join The Village Neighborhood Association’s board and Councilman Solomon on Monday at Casa Colombo to let us know your thoughts or concerns, and to learn more about this plan.
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Please note: Our regularly scheduled monthly Community Meeting will be unchanged – Monday, June 10, 7:30PM-8:45PM at Casa Colombo.