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In a letter to Governor Mikie Sherrill, the Mayor and City Council thanked the Governor for signing legislation expanding seven days of early voting for May nonpartisan municipal elections. The new law strengthens ballot access and helps ensure voting rights are protected statewide. The letter explains that this issue is...
Hackensack brings back Twice-a-Week Garbage Pickup, Improving Quality of Life for Residents Starting today, Hackensack residents will benefit from twice-a-week garbage pickup at no extra...
Three ordinances introduced at last night’s Council Meeting to reverse two 30-year and one 15-year PILOT agreements. At the first official meeting of the newly...
Starting the first week of August, garbage pickup will occur twice a week—indefinitely. This change help keep our city cleaner while extending the life of...
Hackensack welcomes its most diverse leadership team, celebrates community unity, and looks ahead to a new era of progress. The City of Hackensack officially welcomed...
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