Monday, April 6, 2026
Noel Sagerman Trio Plus Jam Session
6:00 PM
The Brightside Tavern, 141 Bright Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
A live jazz performance followed by an informal jam session where local musicians are invited to play.

Combo Gaming Event: Chess
7:00 PM
The Vic Tavern, 107 Hobart Avenue, Bayonne, NJ 07002
A social and competitive gaming event featuring chess in a bar environment.

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Buddy Baseball group at City Council Meeting:  Bayonne Recreation Superintendent Pete Amadeo (at far right of photo) was joined by Buddy Baseball players and supporters at the Bayonne City Council meeting on August 14.  The Council awarded a contract for upgrades to the 11^th Street Oval, the location of Bayonne’s Buddy Baseball games.

          At its meeting on August 14, the Bayonne City Council awarded a $2.4 million contract for upgrades to the 11^th Street Oval, a playing field located on Avenue E.  The contractor with the successful bid is Picerno-Giordano of Kenilworth.  The project aims to create an appropriate facility for Buddy Baseball, a program for children with special needs.   The upgrades will include a new playing area, dugouts, bleachers, fencing, and handicap access to and from the field and playground.

Mayor Jimmy Davis said, “I am very excited that construction will start soon on transforming the 11th Street Field into a Field of Dreams for our great Buddy Baseball program.  I want to thank our Congressional representatives, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, the Hudson County Open Space Fund, and local developers for providing the funding for this $2.4 million project.  I look forward to the completion of this important facility for our special needs kids.”

At the Council meeting, Recreation Superintendent Pete Amadeo spoke to the Council Members about Buddy Baseball.  He thanked all of the levels of government that worked in partnership to fund the upgrades to the 11^th Street Oval.  Several of the Buddy Baseball players accompanied him at the meeting.  All of the City Council Members and several other Bayonne officials waved with foam fingers to show their support for Buddy Baseball.  City Planner Suzanne Mack stressed the importance of providing opportunities to special needs children, saying, “It changes their lives.”  Francesca Giarratana, Chair of the Hudson County Open Space Committee, represented the county at the meeting. 

The Buddy Baseball League, a program in Bayonne’s Recreation Division, began in 2015.  It is a program for Bayonne’s developmentally and physically challenged youth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of baseball in an athletic environment structured to their abilities.  Buddy Baseball teaches the players baseball and softball, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play.  It also offers them the chance to socialize while strengthening their self-esteem. 

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          In order to support the local economy, Mayor Jimmy Davis and the Bayonne City Council have announced that, beginning April 1, 2022, local food and/or beverage establishments may be able to establish temporary outdoor seating with the issuance of a temporary use permit. These permits may allow food and/or beverage establishments to expand the areas available for seating on a case-by-case basis.  These temporary use permits were approved for most establishments for the past two years through an active mercantile license from the City of Bayonne.  If a food and/or beverage establishment received approval in 2020 or 2021 for temporary outdoor dining, a new application is not required if the proposed use remains the same.  However, proof of 2022 insurance must be provided. If the business proposal has changed, a new application will be required. 

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Source: The Office of Bayonne Mayor James Davis

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            Before an audience of more than 250 people in the City Council Chambers on Sunday, July 1, Mayor Jimmy Davis and Bayonneâ€s five City Council Members took their oaths of office for new terms in municipal government.  The event featured remarks by Governor Phil Murphy, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise, Hudson County Freeholder Kenneth Kopacz, and former City Council President Joseph Makowski.  There were also prayers and reflections by Coptic Orthodox Vice Pope and Bishop David, Pastor Dorothy Patterson of the Wallace Temple AME Zion Church, and Father John Fencik of St. Maryâ€s Orthodox Church. The Cityâ€s Chief Financial Officer and former Mayor Terrence Malloy served as master of ceremonies.

            Originally scheduled to be held outdoors, the inaugural ceremony was moved to the Council chambers, due to the severe heat.

            Senator Menendez administered the oath of office to Mayor Davis.  In his inaugural remarks, Mayor Davis cited his teamâ€s “collective commitment to make Bayonne the best it can be.”  Mayor Davis said his task was reinforcing “Bayonneâ€s standing as the jewel” of Hudson County. He stressed various changes and improvements in the community, notably the “real estate boom,” the coming ferry service, and the reconstruction of both the Bayonne Bridge and the Turnpikeâ€s 14A toll plaza.   â€œNo doubt,” he said, “we are moving forward.” During his second term, Mayor Davis pledged to “capitalize on the unique opportunities available to us.”

            Mr. Malloy described First Ward Council Member Thomas Cotter as someone who “works tirelessly” on the park issue and on bringing art and music to Broadway. City Clerk Robert F. Sloan administered the oath of office to Council Member Cotter.  In his remarks, Mr. Cotter thanked the people of Bayonne, his wife, and family.  He said that “just one voice” at a meeting can become “the voice of many.”   Council Member Cotter said that the 2016 election was “a win for you,” the people of Bayonne.”

            In introducing Second Ward Council Member Salvatore Gullace, Mr. Malloy recalled Mr. Gullaceâ€s successful efforts at bringing a ferris wheel free of charge to a recent Bayonne Hometown Fair.  Furthermore, the wheel operator made a donation to the Hometown Fair. County Executive DeGise administered the oath of office to Council Member Gullace.  In his remarks, Mr. Gullace cited the Councilâ€s willingness “to work hard to solve a lot of issues.”  He offered a commitment “to work as hard as I did the last four years.”  

            Mr. Malloy recalled Third Ward Council Member Gary LaPelusaâ€s efforts during an earlier term in office to keep Bayonne Medical Center open, “because he knew we needed the hospital.”  City Clerk Sloan administered the oath to Council Member LaPelusa.  In his remarks, Mr. LaPelusa cited Bayonneâ€s new development and tax ratables, and the reconstruction of municipal parks as important accomplishments.  He thanked his family, the campaign volunteers, and City Council Secretary Beth Polera.  Council Member LaPelusa called his elected position “the toughest job Iâ€ll ever love.”

            In introducing Council Member At-Large Juan Perez, Bayonne Law Director Jay Coffey said of him, “You canâ€t meet a nicer gentleman.”  Director Coffey said that Mr. Perez “always has many questions.”  County Executive DeGise administered the oath to Council Member Perez.   In his address, Mr. Perez said, “I look forward to continuing collaboration with organizations that provide services to Bayonne residents.”  He said that he would “pursue programs” to provide “a better quality of life for Bayonne residents.”  Council Member Perez called upon residents to “get involved.” 

            Director Coffey described Council Member At-Large Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski as someone who “learned very well and very quickly” how to be City Council  President.  City Clerk Sloan administered the oath to Council Member Ash-Nadrowski.  In her comments, Council Member Ashe-Nadrowski observed that the Council Members “worked together as a team” during the last four years.  She said that she was “very happy with the process.”  As a result of the elected officials†efforts, she said, we have
“a much greater city.”  

            During the City Council reorganization at the ceremony, the Council Members re-elected Ashe-Nadrowski Council President unanimously.  

            Governor Murphy thanked Mayor Davis for their “shared values.”  The stateâ€s chief executive cited Bayonneâ€s “vibrant diversity” and “business community optimism.”  Calling Bayonne “a gateway to our state,” Governor Murphy pledged that “Bayonne will not be a forgotten city.”

            Senator Menendez said that Bayonne “exemplified what America is all about.”  Menendez recalled the funding he has obtained for Bayonne during his years in both the House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.   He cited funding for reinforcing the bulkhead around the former Military Ocean Terminal, parts of which were sinking into the harbor.  Menendez also mentioned grants for the Bayonne Police Department and Fire Department that he obtained from the federal government. 

            County Executive DeGise called Mayor Davis “a great leader.”  Addressing City Council President Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski, County Executive DeGise, a former Jersey City Council President, called being Council President “the best job I ever had.”  DeGise said that Mayor Davis “will have your back.”  He called for continuing cooperation between the County of Hudson and the City of Bayonne. 

            In his remarks, Freeholder Kopacz recognized the many current and former officials who were in the audience at the event.

            Former City Council President Makowski expressed his approval of new construction in Bayonne.  He also praised the recent additions of art and flower pots on Broadway, and cited Bayonneâ€s “great recreational and cultural events.”  Rejecting outsiders†criticism of Bayonneâ€s homes, Makowski said that he was proud to live in what they have called “a Bayonne box.” 

            At the ceremony, Mike Wilson of Post 19 led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Ana Petrillo sang the National Anthem.  Rosemary Madera led the singing of God Bless America. Dave “Doc” Watson performed an instrumental version of America the Beautiful.  The Friendship Baptist Church Choir sang Every Praise. 

            Before the ceremony at City Hall, there was an inaugural Mass at St. Henryâ€s Church.  Clergy members from various denominations took part in the church service.  The Bayonne Police and Fire Pipes and Drums led the congregation from the church to City Hall.

            Mayor Davis said, “We are very honored that Bishop David, the Coptic Orthodox Vice Pope, came all the way from Buffalo to be with us at both the inaugural Mass and at the ceremony at City Hall.  His presence was a sign of the important role that the Coptic Christian community plays in our community.”

In the evening, a celebration featuring music, food, beverages, and fireworks took place at DiDomenico-16^th Street Park.

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Bayonne  Mayor Davis, Council Members, and community volunteers help the needy:  Mayor Jimmy Davis, City Council Members, and community volunteers helped unload and distribute 100 frozen turkeys for residents in need.  Mayor Davis and the Council Members donate turkeys annually to St. Henryâ€s Church. The event took place at St. Henryâ€s School building.  Pictured in approximate left to right order: First Ward Council Member Tom Cotter, Third Ward Council Member Gary LaPelusa, Laura Stanlaw, Leanna Karlicki, Pat Stanlaw, Mike Stanlaw, Bill Stanlaw, City Council President Sharon Ashe Nadrowski, Marie Pope (Director of Religious Education/Youth Ministry, St. Henryâ€s Parish), Yesenia Luciano, Rich Marchitto, Mickey Gonzalez, Mayor Jimmy Davis, Abdul Butt, and Second Ward Council Member Sal Gullace.

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Unveiling of Works of Art in Downtown Bayonne:  City officials joined artists and others for the unveiling of seven works of art that were painted on utility boxes and former fire alarm boxes from 5^th Street to 9^th Street.  Pictured here is one of the paintings, Aquarium, by Gary Wynans.   It is located on Cottage Street, slightly east of Broadway.  Pictured left to right: Council Member At-Large Juan Perez, Second Ward Council Member Sal Gullace, Mayor Jimmy Davis, City Council President Sharon Ashe  Nadrowski, Mr. Wynans, and First Ward Council Member Tom Cotter. 

               Recently, local artists and City officials unveiled a series of seven works of art that are located on utility boxes and former fire alarm boxes between 5^th Street and 9^th Street.  The art program is administered by Bayonneâ€s Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ). 

Speaking at a gathering at the Bridge Art Gallery, Mayor Davis thanked all of the artists for their work. He also pointed to the growing popularity of the arts in the community.  He cited the large crowds at Bayonneâ€s Summer Sounds concert series as proof of the increasing support for the arts in Bayonne.  Mayor Davis said that “talented and theatrical people are here.  All they needed was for someone to say, ‘Express yourself.â€â€  Mayor Davis described Bayonne as “a special place, and that itâ€s going to become even more special.”  He said, “We are Bayonne.  We can say it with pride again.”  He concluded his remarks by saying, “We have a lot more work to do.”

UEZ Coordinator Terrence Malloy thanked the Hudson County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs for funding the art program.  Koren Frankfort, the Acting Director of that division, credited Bayonne resident Bill LaRosa, the former Director of Cultural and Heritage Affairs, for his enthusiastic support for the utility box art.  She congratulated gallery owner Cheryl Mack and the participating artists for the work they have done in Bayonne.

Malloy credited Jersey Cityâ€s Central Avenue Improvement District for developing the idea for utility box art in a commercial area.  He thanked the UEZ staff and BCB Community Bank for helping to make the program possible.  Malloy expressed gratitude to Verizon for allowing art to be painted on some of its utility boxes, and to Conrail for allowing a mural to be painted on its railroad overpass property.

Citing the role of Mayor Jimmy Davis, Malloy said that it took “a person of vision to turn Bayonne around.”  Malloy described art and music as being part of that vision.  In the near future, Malloy said, the art portion of Mayor Davisâ€s vision will be expanded to include more utility box art and statues in commercial areas.

A crowd of about 100 went with City officials and artists for the unveilings of each new work of street art.  There were seven works of art on utility boxes and decommissioned fire alarm boxes.

1) A painting by Tiffany Dancy called Dance of a Beautiful Friendship graces a utility box at 5^th Street and Broadway.

2) A painting by Jeff Ware (also known as Klone Killa) called Day Glow Djinnâ€s covers an old fire alarm box at 7^th Street and Broadway.

3) A painting by Maria Lupianez depicts a little girl holding a popsicle.  That painting is featured on a utility box at Broadway and Cottage Street.  

4) A second painting, Serenity Now, by Jeff Ware (also known as Klone Killa) brightens an old fire alarm box at Broadway and Cottage Street.

5) Aquarium, a painting by Gary Wynans, depicts fish on a utility box on Cottage Street.

6) A photographic painting by Stephanie Petersen depicts a locomotive in front of the old 8^th Street Station. That painting is located on a utility box at 8^th Street and Broadway.

7) The Archway, a painting by Samantha Llanes, depicts local buildings. It is painted on a utility box at 9^th Street and Broadway. 

The art project also includes a new mural by Billy Zyblut on a railroad overpass.  The Zyblut work serves as a welcoming gateway to the Bergen Point neighborhood.  His new mural replaced an advertisement for the Burger King restaurant that used to be located in the 8^th Street neighborhood.

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Ground-Breaking:  City officials joined members of Madison Hill Properties and their architect for a ground-breaking ceremony at 222 Avenue E.  Pictured from left to right: Mayor Jimmy Davis, Sam Kazarnovsky (Madison Hill), Ralph Mandelbaum (Madison Hill), Tzvi Goder (Madison Hill), Dean Marchetto (architect), City Council President Sharon Ashe Nadrowski, City Council Member At-Large Juan Perez, and Second Ward Council Member Sal Gullace.

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