It's Time to Budget!
Join the office of Ward F Councilman Frank “Educational” Gilmore as we dive into Jersey City’s 2026 Budget, and review how your tax dollars are being spent — line by line; down to the penny. Links to the City of Jersey City’s department budgets are provided (as available) below.
Law Dept
Clerk & Council
Tax Assessor
Administration
Housing, Economic Development, & Commerce
Office of the Mayor & Cultural Affairs
Dept of Public Safety
Dept of Public Works
Free Public Library
Health & Human Services
Finance Department
Recreation & Youth Development
Municipal Court
Dept of Infrastructure
Jersey City’s 2026 Caucus & Council Meeting Schedule
What do we discuss
at the Caucus?
Jersey City's Municipal
Meeting Agenda Items:
New Ordinances & Proposed Resolutions
that Jersey City’s 9 Council Members will vote into law.
Learn more at jerseycitynj.gov/cityhall/citycouncil
Join Councilman Gilmore's Bi-Weekly Community Caucuses on Zoom!
Councilman Gilmore is dedicated to keeping Jersey City residents informed and engaged in local governance. That's why he hosts bi-weekly Zoom Community Caucuses every other Saturday at 11:00 AM. These sessions serve as an excellent opportunity for the community to delve into Jersey City's Municipal Meeting Agenda items, including new ordinances and proposed resolutions.
For those interested in understanding the decision-making process and the key issues that impact the city, these gatherings offer a unique chance to participate in constructive discussions and voice your opinions.
Whether you're a long-time resident or new to the area, Councilman Gilmore's Community Caucuses are open to everyone with an interest in the future of Jersey City.
Mark your calendar and join us at the next caucus to stay informed and play an active role in shaping the future of our vibrant city!
Check out current (and previous) Council agendas here: cityofjerseycity.civicweb.net/portal/
Ward F’s Saturday Community Caucus Zoom Meeting Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/85355285946?pwd=PS2XSjGO3vCKItVymDuR8m0bj9qAVG.1
Meeting ID: 853 5528 5946 Passcode: CAUCUS
To participate in Wednesday's City Council Meeting, sign up to speakin person at City Hall or watch from home, via Microsoft Teams.
The agenda is published on Fridays before the meetings. While the city's Monday Caucus is interactive, addressing Council members' questions about proposed legislation, Wednesday's are reserved for voting and public comments. Saturday Caucuses offer an advanced opportunity for community engagement.
For transcripts, email ewalker@jcnj.org. More information available at jerseycitynj.gov/cityhall/citycouncil.
Learn about other Ward F Events on our Community Calendar.
Visit our Community Forum to catch up on the latest social media content.
Councilman Educational Gilmore’s
Community Caucus
Saturdays at 11:00 AM via Zoom.
For more info, email ewalker@jcnj.org.Previous Ward F Zoom Recordings available on Youtube
Previous Ward F Zoom Recordings available on Youtube
Previous Ward F Zoom Recordings available on Youtube
Voting is not only your civic right,
it is your civic duty.
Participating in elections is one of the key freedoms of American life. Many people worldwide do not have the same freedom, nor did many Americans in centuries past. No matter what you believe or whom you support, it is important to exercise your rights.
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A comprehensive guide to understanding property taxes. It answers everyday questions homeowners have about how their home’s value is assessed, how their tax bill is created and where tax
dollars get allocated.
For property tax relief info, visit: www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/anchor/
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Use the link below to download the guide:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15grRYo0lwW_654oUTjn06nK6yio7zKsR/view?usp=sharing
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• Your property tax bill is made up of taxes levied by three government entities: Jersey City, Jersey City Public Schools, and Hudson County.
• Your total 2023 property tax bill will increase by 6% this year compared to last year’s 2022 tax bill. The bulk of that increase - over 90% - is due to the Public Schools Fiscal Year 2022 budget.
Read more at
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I01CRp4SRyfdmDuaWFwGmsIi3EZWsBGRpeYRf64yBfU/edit?usp=sharing
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If you’re interested in investigating whether the NJ Senior Freeze is for you, visit: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/taxation/ptr/
The Senior Tax Freeze deadline is Oct. 31st.
Learn more at: https://nj.gov/treasury/taxation/ptr/index.shtml
For questions regarding the Senior Tax Freeze, please call the Senior Tax Freeze Hotline at: 1-800-882-6597.
