Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bayonne public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec
Wildflower meadow walk at Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor
The Bayonne Nature Club pitched a wildflower meadow walk on city-owned land near a protected wetland at Harbor Station North — timed to a vote extending the Centre Street Redeveloper's closing deadline, giving the city time to consider the idea.
Community garden initiative
Two neighbors who organized backyard garden interest want to build a community garden at Thomas DiDomenico Park by 16th Street; they have a formal proposal and Council Member Perry's guidance but need the right public works contact.
Waterfront walkway funding shift
A proposed ordinance would cut $187,320 from the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway appropriation in the Peninsula, leaving $3,312,680 for the project.
Canada goose management and animal shelter funding
Animal advocates said 43 geese were still killed last year despite promises, and asked where $750,000 in developer-promised shelter money stands — staff clarified the money doesn't exist yet because the development hasn't materialized.