# Special Meeting - Newark Municipal Council - 10/13/2026


**Body:** Office of the City Clerk - Newark NJ
**Date:** October 12, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Energy & Utilities, Physical Infrastructure


At the October 13, 2026, special meeting of the Newark Municipal Council, members approved a Water and Sewer Utilities resolution to add up to $1 million to the existing orthophosphate contract, extending its second year so the city could maintain water-treatment chemical supply while a newly bid contract is executed. The roll call recorded affirmative votes from the members present; Council Members Jackson and Silva were absent. No vendor or contract number was identified in the transcript.

The council also discussed a forthcoming illegal-dumping ordinance, with proposed higher penalties for first offenses and a $250 reporting reward, as well as enforcement staffing, cameras, and follow-up procedures; no related spending allocation or vote was recorded. A special conference focused on code enforcement and illegal conversions, including officer training, coordination among departments, case tracking, and follow-up on unsafe properties. Members requested written procedures and records; the administration said it would provide guidance and work on the requested information. No other procurement activity was identified.

**Source:** Office of the City Clerk - Newark NJ