Environmental Commission

The Jersey City Environmental Commission (JCEC) is comprised of volunteer city residents who are appointed by the Mayor to serve three-year terms. JCEC was re-established in 2011 to promote the protection and conservation of land, air, water and other natural resources within the City, and to educate the public and advise city government about the best methods for protecting and conserving these resources. JCEC…

• Promotes long-range environmental planning
• Informs residents through educational programs, displays, and meetings
• Reviews permits

To read more about what JCEC does, read the JCEC Bylaws here.

Jersey City Environmental Commission Members

• Natashia Luccia, Chair
• Bradon Butler, Vice Chair
• Jason Biegel
• Danielle D’adamo
• Lorraine Freeney
• Anthony Lewis
• Ashley Metius
• Scott Mittman
• Justin Mosquera
• Sophia Pereira
• Amanda Diamond, Secretary

Announcements

How to Attend a Public Meeting

JCEC meets virtually at 6:30PM via the zoom link here.

The 2026 calendar with meeting dates can be found here.

Resources

Reports, Past Testimony, Documents

• Boonton Reservoir Enhancement and Trail Development Project
  The Booton Reservoir is a waster source owned by Jersey City. In 2018, Jersey City Council agreed to lease the surround property for the Morris County Park Communssion to create a trail pathway.
• Environmental Resource Inventory
  A collaboration between JCEC, the Division of City Planning, and School of Environmental Sciences and the Center for Urban Environmental Sustainability at Rutgers University in 2017 to create a comprehensive inventory of the City’s environmental resources.
• Jersey City Tree Canopy Assessment
  A 2015 report funded by JCEC to assess the state of tree canopy and discuss the city’s tree management challenges, tree benefits, and recommended strategies.

Jersey City Environmental Divisions & Organizations

• Jersey City Division of Sustainability
  The division works within Jersey City and community groups to advance policies, programs, and initiatives to advance the city’s climate action goals.
• Jersey City Division of Forestry
  The division ensures that trees are protected and preserved throughout the city. This division also oversees the residential tree planting program.
• Jersey City Shade Tree Committee
  Established in 2019 to further the proliferation and preservation of shade trees in Jersey City. The committee holds meetings for the public to attend.
• Jersey City Parks Page
  The division oversees maintenance of various parks, playgrounds, and sports fields.
• Jersey City Municipal Utility Authority
  JCMUA operates both sewage and water systems of Jersey City.
• Sustainable Jersey City
  A collaborative network of green community groups and individuals within Jersey City that work to help move the city toward a more sustainable and resilient future.

Meeting Materials for Download