New Jersey Record
Vineland
DEA

Dr. Elizabeth Arthur

Council Member2025–2028 · Nov 2024 election; term begins Jan 1 (N.J.S.A. 40A:9-156); on council since 2018

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

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Top issues during term (20)

high↑Sep 2026[28]

Junkyard/recycling ordinance (2026-70)

Not specified.

high↓Jan 2026[23]

Landis Avenue Commercial District redevelopment plan amendment

No direct city spending; the change affects how one private downtown building can be used.

medium↑Oct 2026[20]

Howard Pagliughi Park improvements — $1.18M bond

About $1.9 million in bonded debt if both ordinances are adopted after the October 27 hearings.

high↓Jan 2026[20]

Center City Redevelopment Plan amendment and social service uses

No direct city spending; the change affects how one private downtown building can be used.

high↑Apr 2026[17]

Animal Shelter Operations and Emergency Measures

The city eliminated animal shelter funding without a stated replacement plan.

high↑May 2026[16]

Juniper Street Drainage at Panther Road

Not to exceed $842,532.20.

medium↑Mar 2026[16]

Cannabis retail license for Sea and Leaf

Licensing revenue to the city; amount not stated.

high↓May 2026[16]

2026 Road Program paving contract

About $3.1 million combined in paving contracts for the 2026 road program and industrial-area resurfacing.

high↑Mar 2026[15]

Municipal broadband network enhancements

Contract not to exceed $263,610.37.

critical↓Feb 2026[14]

Proposed data center / Data One project

Speakers warned the project could drive up regional electricity costs and deliver few local benefits.

high↑May 2026[14]

Failed stormwater pipe emergency

Emergency repair costs authorized for payment; specific amounts were not stated in the agenda.

high↑Mar 2026[13]

Drinking water: radium removal at Wells No. 5 and No. 12

$1,363,550 for the media replacement; the rate ordinance's effect on bills will be detailed at the June 23 hearing.

high↑Oct 2026[12]

Vineyards Redevelopment Plan adoption

Unknown pending adoption; sets the framework for redevelopment of the site.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Land purchase from Vineland Development Corporation

Purchase price not stated on the record at this meeting.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Scrap metal theft and junkyard tracking

Hundreds of thousands of dollars in stolen wire and catalytic converters reported this year alone.

low↑Oct 2026[10]

Armed security officer legal representation

Defense costs would be borne by the city; amount not specified.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Turkey Drive funding shortfall

The drive is short of donations this year; no city money is committed.

low↑Oct 2026[10]

$360,000 lobbying and government relations contract

Up to $360,000 in city spending on lobbying services.

high↓May 2026[10]

Lincoln Avenue traffic safety and David Development project

high↓Apr 2026[10]

Vacant Landis Avenue buildings / youth center proposal

Blount said she has paid rent since December and seen her application fee jump from $200 to $900 during months of delays.

Decisions during term (481)

Recorded while Arthur was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Approval of meeting minutes

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Executive session (Res. 2026-533, exclusion of public)

tabled5-0Oct 27, 2026

Continued public hearing — Ordinance 2026-70 (junkyards/recycling)

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-71 — compensation plan (various titles)

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-72 — water tank maintenance agreement

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-73 — legal representation for armed security officers

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-74 — $1,180,000 bond for Howard Pagliughi Park

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-75 — $716,000 bond for Romano Sports Complex

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-76 — compensation plan (purchasing agent)

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-77 — joint interest purchase from Vineland Development Corporation

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-78 — compensation plan (municipal parks superintendent)

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-79 — Vineyards Redevelopment Plan

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Ordinance 2026-80 — Vineland Municipal Animal Services

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

Consent agenda (Resolutions 2026-517 through 2026-532 and appointments)

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-520, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AN AMENDATORY SUPPLEMENTAL CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 (DECREASE) TO CONTRACT NO. C25-0240, ISSUED TO ALIANO BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION, VINELAND, NJ, IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,376.00, FOR THE…

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-521, RESOLUTION EXERCISING THE (1) YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION TO CONTRACT C25-0277 ISSUED TO AIRNOVA, INC., PENNSAUKEN, NJ, FOR STACK EMISSIONS AND RATA TESTING SERVICES, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $236,190.00.

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-522, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF NEW OFFICE FURNITURE FROM TAKKT AMERICA HOLDINGS DBA NATIONAL BUSINESS FURNITURE, LLC, MILWAUKEE, WI, PURSUANT TO A NATIONAL COOPERATIVE CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH INTERLOCAL…

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-523, A RESOLUTION CANCELING CERTAIN ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ITEMS FOR THE CITY OF VINELAND

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-524, A RESOLUTION TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 2025-475 ENTITLED A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CANCELLATION OF TAXES FOR CY 2026 FOR THE REASON RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY OF VINELAND TAX COLLECTOR.

approved5-0Oct 27, 2026

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-525, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE REFUND OF TAXES.

Voting record (840)

839 yes1 no

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Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-75 be passed for First Reading and that a Public Hearing be held on (FILL IN DATE & TIME HERE).

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-496 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that the public hearing on ORDINANCE NO. 2026-70 be continued to October 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-514 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-502 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-72 be passed for First Reading and that a Public Hearing be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-74 be passed for First Reading and that a Public Hearing be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-484 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-75 be taken up for a First Reading.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-487 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-489 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-515 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-74 be taken up for a First Reading.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-498 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-73 be passed for First Reading and that a Public Hearing be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

to adjourn the meeting.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that the public hearing on ORDINANCE NO. 2026-69 be closed.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-510 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-503 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-511 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-490 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-491 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-506 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-499 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-513 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-72 be taken up for a First Reading.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-73 be taken up for a First Reading.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-504 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-516 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-497 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-501 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-69 be taken up for a public hearing and open to the public for discussion.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-492 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-494 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-512 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-488 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-71 be passed for First Reading and that a Public Hearing be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 P.M.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that the minutes of the Pre-Meeting Conference and the Regular Meeting of September 22, 2026, and the Work Session of October 6, 2026. be approved as submitted.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-69 be taken up for a Final Reading and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-70 be taken up for a public hearing and open to the public for discussion.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-495 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that ORDINANCE NO. 2026-71 be taken up for a First Reading.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-493 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-508 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-507 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-486 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-500 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-505 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

that, RESOLUTION NO. 2026-509 be approved and adopted according to law.

Voted yesOct 13, 2026

Approval of meeting minutes (Sept. 22 regular and Oct. 6 work session)