Jersey City tax-hike battle intensifies as budget heads for last-minute changesJersey City's proposed 15.5% tax increase heads toward a final vote as Mayor James Solomon and former Mayor Steven Fulop trade blame over the city's financial condition.NJ.com2mo agoWhole story →EconomyJames Solomonjersey city budget vote
N.J. school board renews high-paid superintendent’s contract for another half decadeJersey City Public Schools Superintendent Norma Fernandez will make $372,000 by 2030-31 under an accelerated five-year deal opposed by Mayor James Solomon and some parents.NJ.com3mo agoWhole story →EducationJames Solomonjersey city superintendent contract renewal
This N.J. city has approved a state aid deal that will raise taxes. See how much.Jersey City Mayor James Solomon says his predecessor left behind a $255 million deficit requiring spending cuts, state loan and grant money, and an additional $612 a year in taxes on the average homeowner.NJ.com3mo agoWhole story →EconomyBuildJames Solomonjersey city budget approval
