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State Of The City 2020

Possibly reconfiguring one downtown intersection, the revival of canoe races in the Rahway River, more downtown parking and exploring more senior affordable housing, were among the initiatives announced last night during the Rahway State of the City by Mayor Raymond Giacobbe, Jr.

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Possibly reconfiguring one downtown intersection, the revival of canoe races in the Rahway River, more downtown parking and exploring more senior affordable housing, were among the initiatives announced last night during the Rahway State of the City by Mayor Raymond Giacobbe, Jr.

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Council to finalize land swap for Dornoch

A land swap originally conceived almost 15 years ago for a downtown development is poised to be finalized by City Council next month.

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Council to extend Metro Rahway PILOT

A five-year-old downtown building granted a 15-year Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) has applied to extend the agreement for another 15 years. Continue reading Council to extend Metro Rahway PILOT

Council approves second environmental contract

City Council awarded a second contract for further environmental services on a downtown property that the city plans to acquire.

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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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