Mayor Steven Fulop - Democratic Mayors

Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop delivered his State of the City address, highlighting his accomplishments over the past few years and several initiatives he is pursuing this year. Mayor Fulop’s top priorities include increasing public spaces, climate action, public safety, affordable housing, and the arts.

A particular initiative of interest to Mayor Fulop is his participatory budgeting pilot program, which directly involves residents in the city’s spending decisions. This pilot program aims to make the budgeting process more transparent while increasing community involvement in meaningful infrastructure projects.

“I’m extremely grateful for each and every resident, every business owner, and community partner. Your perseverance and commitment to continued progress has never wavered,” Mayor Fulop said. “Action ignites momentum, and we have kept our foot on the gas to accelerate our progress as a city, despite the many roadblocks thrown in our path.”

Watch Mayor Fulop’s address here.

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