Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Newark public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with medium priority
Newark Safe Gateway pedestrian safety project funding
$4 million in state dollars will fund pedestrian safety, accessibility and traffic calming along Newark's central corridors — expect safer crossings and slower traffic in those areas over the coming years.
Truck traffic and overweight enforcement
Council members want trucking companies that damage city streets to help pay for repaving, and the administration wants state police help to weigh trucks on Doremus Avenue — currently the city has only one scale and one authorized inspector.
Winter salt and equipment contracts
The Council locked in up to $3.6 million in salt and salt-conveyor purchases through state contracts to keep streets clear this winter.
Snow plow operations accountability
The council asked Public Works to report how many snow plows the city will deploy, with real-time location tracking and contact numbers — a response to winter storm concerns.