Passaic public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance changes: one to permit indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 districts, and another to allow Uber/Lyft-type services as home occupations. The council will also vote on resolutions including a $52,052 contract for a synthetic ice skating rink, a $45,421.33 purchase of a Toro mower, and a cannabis business support application. Numerous entertainment license renewals and event permits are on the agenda as routine items.

• Ordinance 2370-22: permit indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 zoning districts
• Ordinance 2373-22: amend home occupation definition to allow Uber/Lyft-type services
• Resolution 43: award $52,052 contract to USA Synthetic Rinks for ice rink at Third Ward Memorial Park
• Resolution 58: purchase Toro Z-Master 7500 mower from Storr Tractor for $45,421.33
• Resolution 38: support Green Liberty LLC's cannabis business licensure application

The City Council adopted two zoning ordinances to permit indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 districts and to allow Uber/Lyft services as home occupations. The Council also approved several grants, a cannabis business license application, and a contract for a synthetic ice skating rink.

• Approved Ordinance 2370-22 permitting indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 zoning districts
• Approved Ordinance 2373-22 permitting Uber/Lyft services as home occupations
• Authorized cannabis cultivator and manufacturer licenses for Green Liberty LLC at 26 Third Street
• Awarded $52,052 contract to USA Synthetic Rinks for Third Ward Memorial Park ice rink
• Approved waiving outstanding property taxes through Dec 31, 2022, for 413-417 Paulison Avenue
• Approved $45,421.33 purchase of a Toro z-master 7500 diesel mower from Storr Tractor Company
• Authorized $31,000 budget insertion for American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grant FY2022
• Approved New Year's Eve Celebration at 663 Main Avenue with alcohol sales by Mama Sushi

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on December 13, 2022, to consider eight docket items. These include requests for variances for a tattoo parlor, lot subdivisions, home expansions, and a density increase for a mixed-use building. Several items are first appearances or carried from prior meetings.

• Docket ZB22-06: Infamy & Prestige Tattoo seeks a conditional use variance to open a tattoo parlor within 500 feet of a church, school, and residential zone.
• Docket ZB22-05: Thermal Blockchains, LLC proposes subdividing lots at 53-55 Hoover Avenue, requiring multiple setback variances.
• Docket ZB22-15: Sarago Properties LLC seeks a D-5 density variance to add two stories and two apartments to 82 Market Street.
• Docket ZB22-09: Avi and Judith Schoemann request a D-1 use variance to convert a new home under construction into a two-family home at 104-106 Pennington Avenue.
• Docket ZB22-07: Ramirito Zuniga and Joanna C. Moran seek variances to merge three lots and build a two-family home at 568 River Drive.

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including two zoning ordinance amendments and a site plan application for a new warehouse. The board will also set its meeting dates for 2023.

• Ordinance to amend definition of home occupation to permit Uber/Lyft-type services
• Ordinance to permit indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 zoning districts
• Site plan application for a 7,442 sq ft warehouse at 61 Willet Avenue (Docket #PB22-12)
• Resolutions for Docket #PB22-15 (36 Wall Street) and Docket #PB22-16 (122-152 8th Street)
• 2023 meeting dates scheduled

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on December 7, 2022, to consider a site plan application for a commercial warehouse at 61 Willet Avenue. The board will also discuss ordinances on indoor framing and Uber definitions, and set meeting dates for 2023.

• Docket #PB22-12: preliminary and final site plan for 7,442 sq ft warehouse at 61 Willet Avenue
• Applicant Walbri Properties, LLC requests variances for setbacks in Clifton
• Ordinance for indoor framing
• Uber definition ordinance
• 2023 board meeting dates scheduled

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on December 6, 2022, to consider three variance applications. The most significant item is a proposal by Straight and Narrow Inc. to expand an existing adult daycare at 182 1st Street into a 50-bed halfway house for substance abuse and mental health treatment, requiring use and density variances. Also on the agenda are a plan to combine two lots at 110-112 Madison Street to build an eight-unit apartment building with 14 parking spaces, and a request to expand a single-family home at 313 Van Houten Avenue. The board will also set its 2023 meeting dates.

• Docket #ZB21-08: Straight and Narrow Inc. seeks preliminary/final site plan approval and D1 (Use) and D5 (Density) variances to convert an existing adult daycare at 182 1st Street into a halfway house with 50 additional beds for substance abuse and mental health treatment.
• Docket #ZB22-08: Elzbieta Burak requests preliminary/final site plan and D5 (Density) variance to combine two vacant lots at 110-112 Madison Street to build a three-story building with eight two-bedroom apartments and 14 parking spaces.
• Docket #ZB22-14: Eteh Fischbein seeks variances for rear and side yard setbacks to expand a single-family home at 313 Van Houten Avenue.
• Board will adopt meeting dates for 2023.

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 6, 2022, with a full agenda including final adoption of two ordinances, a discussion on authorities and agencies, and a large consent agenda of routine items. The most consequential items are a series of budget amendments, including a $9,565,803.50 American Rescue Plan federal funding adjustment, and multiple contract awards for services such as wastewater operations, a fire truck purchase, and legal counsel.

• Budget amendment adding $9,565,803.50 in American Rescue Plan federal funding
• Contract award to Delgado Brothers Plumbing & Heating LLC for wastewater/sewerage operations at $1,900,000 for two years
• Contract award to Fire Safety, Ltd for a Pierce triple combination pumper at $685,044.12
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 30 'Local Historian' with 'Historic Preservation Commission' (final reading)
• Ordinance to amend zoning definition of 'home occupation' to permit Uber/Lyft-type services (introduction)

The City Council approved several professional service contracts and budget amendments. It also passed ordinances regarding disabled parking and the creation of a Historic Preservation Commission.

• Awarded $1.9M wastewater and sewerage removal contract to Delgado Brothers Plumbing & Heating LLC
• Approved $685,044.12 contract for a Pierce Triple Combination Pumper from Fire & Safety Services, Ltd
• Adopted Ordinance 2371-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate number
• Adopted Ordinance 2372-22 replacing the Local Historian chapter with a Historic Preservation Commission
• Approved $1.12M budget amendment for WIC FY2023
• Approved $1.2M budget amendment for Green Acres FY2021
• Awarded $150,000 contract for Conflicts Counsel/Rent Leveling Board Attorney to R&R Advisors LLC
• Introduced ordinance to permit Uber/Lyft services as home occupations

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider four applications: a conversion of a single-family home to a two-family home at 104-106 Pennington Avenue, a lot merger and two-family home construction at 568 River Drive, an expansion of a single-family home at 327 High Street, and a conditional use variance for a tattoo parlor at 425 Van Houten Avenue. Two items are carried from September 13, 2022.

• Docket #ZB22-09: conversion of new home to two-family at 104-106 Pennington Avenue, requiring parking variances
• Docket #ZB22-07: merger of three lots at 568 River Drive to build a two-family home, requiring side yard setback and use variances
• Docket #ZB22-13: expansion of single-family home at 327 High Street, requiring front yard, side yard, and lot coverage variances
• Docket #ZB22-06: tattoo parlor at 425 Van Houten Avenue, seeking conditional use variance for distance from church and schools

City Council

The Passaic City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 22, 2022. The next meeting will be held on December 6, 2022, in person and virtually via Zoom. This notice is procedural only; no agenda items are listed.

• Regular meeting cancelled for November 22, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022 at Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street
• Public can participate via Zoom (link provided) or call-in at 929-205-6099, meeting ID 898 9261 2341

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the City of Passaic has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 10, 2022 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The notice, dated November 9, 2022, was issued by Deputy City Clerk Weatherly Frias. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled
• Meeting was to be held via Zoom on November 10, 2022 at 4:15 p.m.

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting for Thursday, November 10, 2022, has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The City Council will vote on several ordinances regarding property maintenance, stormwater control, and a redevelopment plan for 373 Broadway. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for legal counsel contracts, tax refunds, and municipal court services.

• Redevelopment plan for 373 Broadway (Block 3271, Lot 18)
• Ordinance requiring property owners to provide renter's insurance information to tenants
• Legal counsel contracts awarded to PRB Attorneys At Law LLC up to $350,000
• Municipal court public defender contracts not to exceed $100,000
• Tax overpayment refunds for 47 Lincoln Street ($1,647.42), 27 Poplar Street ($6,330.99), and 25 Howe Avenue ($4,997.04)

The City Council adopted four ordinances regarding traffic, redevelopment, stormwater, and renters insurance. It also awarded multiple legal counsel contracts to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC and approved several grant applications for city improvements.

• Adopted Ordinance 2366-22 amending vehicles and traffic code
• Adopted Ordinance 2367-22 adopting redevelopment plan for 373 Broadway
• Adopted Ordinance 2368-22 amending stormwater control code
• Adopted Ordinance 2369-22 requiring owners to provide renters insurance info to tenants
• Awarded General Legal Counsel contract to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC (not to exceed $350,000)
• Awarded Interim General Legal Counsel contract to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC (not to exceed $175,000)
• Awarded Labor Counsel contract to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC (not to exceed $175,000)
• Authorized $10M grant application for Main Avenue Public Parking Deck Project

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The board plans to vote on a resolution to rescind a prior action regarding Knockout Sports Bar and Grill's license, and will also consider entering closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Resolution to rescind Resolution 025-22 regarding Knockout Sports Bar and Grill LLC, License No 1607-33-007-008
• Resolution authorizing closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding parking designations and traffic codes. The agenda also includes resolutions for purchasing police vehicles, awarding road improvement contracts, and approving various community event applications.

• Ordinance No. 2365-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons
• Purchase of five 2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles for $127,705.02
• Equipment and installation for police vehicles totaling $38,169.65
• Contract for road improvements via NJDOT Local Transportation Funds up to $69,402.00
• Amendment to bulk rock salt contract with Morton Salt not to exceed $199,620.00

The Passaic City Council approved the purchase of five 2023 Chevrolet Malibu for the police department at $127,700.05 and awarded a $69,402 contract for design and construction management of road improvements. The council also authorized grant applications for up to $1 million for COVID-19 vaccination outreach and $12,250 for holiday DWI enforcement. An ordinance requiring landlords to inform tenants about renters insurance was introduced for first reading.

• Approved purchase of five 2023 Chevrolet Malibu for police at $127,700.05 (unanimous)
• Awarded $69,402 contract to Neglia Group for road improvement design (unanimous)
• Authorized application for up to $1,000,000 NJDOH COVID-19 Vaccination Activity D Grant (unanimous)
• Authorized $12,250 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over holiday enforcement grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $230,839 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for Passaic, Paterson, and Clifton (unanimous)
• Designated 373 Broadway as an Area in Need of Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance requiring landlords to provide renters insurance info to tenants (first reading, unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance amending Chapter 295 'Vehicles and Traffic' to November 10, 2022 (unanimous)

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting for Thursday, October 13, 2022, has been canceled. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on October 12, 2022, to consider a preliminary investigation for redevelopment/rehabilitation eligibility at 373 Broadway, and to review three site plan applications. The board will also vote on resolutions for the Broadway property and a prior application at 199-201 Lexington Avenue.

• Preliminary investigation for Area in Need of Redevelopment/Rehabilitation at Block 3271.02, Lot 18, 373 Broadway
• Docket PB22-12: 61 Willet Avenue — new 7,442 sq ft commercial warehouse, lot consolidation, variances for setbacks
• Docket PB22-15: 36 Wall Street — convert vacant commercial unit to 3-bedroom apartment, variances for setbacks, parking
• Docket PB22-14: 425 Highland Avenue — new 3-family home on vacant lot, variances for lot area, width, setbacks, parking
• Resolutions for approval: 373 Broadway and Docket PB20-10 (199-201 Lexington Avenue)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 6, 2022, with a presentation on redevelopment, a proclamation, and public comment. The council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding contracts for grants consulting, tax appeal attorney, and public relations, as well as a shared services agreement for school resource officers. They will also hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending alcohol sale hours, and introduce ordinances on disabled parking and vehicles/traffic.

• Ordinance 2364-22 amending Chapter 75 'Alcoholic Beverages' to clarify hours for sale (second reading)
• Resolution awarding grants consultant contract to Millennium Strategies (not to exceed $78,000, plus $130/hr for FEMA grant management)
• Resolution awarding tax appeal attorney contract to Cleary, Giacobbe, Alfieri Jacobs LLC (not to exceed $150,000 at $125/hr)
• Resolution awarding public relations/marketing contract to Catania Consulting Group ($35,000)
• Resolution authorizing shared services agreement with Passaic Board of Education for school resource officers 2022-2023

The Passaic City Council awarded a $78,000 contract to Millennium Strategies for grants consulting, reappointed Zenab Bachok as municipal tax collector with tenure, and approved a shared services agreement with the Board of Education for school resource officers. The council also introduced ordinances to adjust handicapped parking spaces and allow parking closer to crosswalks overnight.

• Approved Resolution 22-10-234 awarding Millennium Strategies a $78,000 grants consultant contract for 2023.
• Approved Resolution 22-10-235 awarding Cleary, Giacobbe, Alfieri Jacobs LLC a tax appeal attorney contract not to exceed $150,000 for 2023.
• Approved Resolution 22-10-237 reappointing Zenab Bachok as municipal tax collector with tenure effective December 1, 2022.
• Approved Resolution 22-10-240 awarding Catania Consulting Group a $35,000 public relations and marketing contract for 2023.
• Approved Resolution 22-10-242 authorizing renewal of the WIC grant for $1,121,619 for FFY 2023.
• Approved Resolution 22-10-244 awarding Absolute Fence Services a $9,000 contract to replace chain-link fence at Howard Avenue Tennis Courts.
• Approved Resolution 22-09-239 authorizing a shared services agreement with the Passaic Board of Education for school resource officers.
• Introduced Ordinance 2365-22 amending handicapped parking spaces and Ordinance 2366-22 allowing parking closer to crosswalks overnight.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider routine matters, including license renewals for the 2022-2023 licensing year, a person-to-person transfer of a license, and extensions for licenses in bankruptcy and estate cases. The board will also meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Renewal resolutions for plenary retail consumption, distribution, and social club licenses for the term September 29, 2022 to June 30, 2023
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-046-006 from The Loop Enterprises, Ltd to Factory of Entertainment, LLC at 373 Broadway, Passaic NJ
• Special ruling to permit renewal of inactive license for In Loop Enterprises, Ltd (License No. 1607-33-046-008)
• Extension of license to Donald V. Blase, Trustee in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (License No. 1607-33-007-008)
• Extension of license to Executor Carmen R. Velez for DMM Inc at 201 Parker Avenue (License No. 1607-33-061-009)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to handle routine license renewals for the 2022-2023 licensing year, including a special renewal for an inactive license and a person-to-person transfer of a license. The board will also consider a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Renewal of plenary retail consumption, distribution, and social club licenses for 2022-2023
• Special ruling to renew inactive license for In Loop Enterprises, Ltd. (License No. 1607-33-046)
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-046-006 from The Loop Enterprises, Ltd. to Factory of Entertainment, LLC at 373 Broadway
• Extension of license to Donald V. Blase, Trustee in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (License No. 1607-33-007-008)
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on four ordinances, including a zoning map amendment and an Eastside redevelopment plan change for 125 South Street. The council will also consider contracts for auditing services ($73,000 plus $11,000 for sewer audit), an ABC prosecutor (up to $30,000), and bond counsel (up to $35,000), along with several event permits and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2360-22: Amend zoning map and zone districts
• Ordinance 2362-22: Amend Eastside redevelopment plan for 125 South Street (Block 1030 Lot 23)
• Resolution: Auditing contract to Lerch, Vinci & Bliss — $73,000 (city) + $11,000 (sewer utility)
• Resolution: ABC prosecutor contract to Rajeh A. Saadeh, LLC — $125/hour, max $30,000
• Resolution: Bond counsel to McManimon, Scotland & Baumann — max $35,000

The council adopted a zoning map amendment (Ordinance 2360-22) on final reading and approved several professional service contracts, including a $73,000 auditing contract. It voted down an amendment to the Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 125 South Street (Ordinance 2362-22). The council also rejected bids for a custom iron arch at Griffin-Latona Park due to project abandonment and for an elevator safety subcode official due to budget overruns.

• Adopted zoning map amendment (Ordinance 2360-22) on final reading (unanimous)
• Denied Eastside Redevelopment Plan amendment for 125 South Street (Ordinance 2362-22) (unanimous)
• Approved $73,000 auditing contract with Lerch Vinci & Bliss (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 ABC prosecutor contract with Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 bond counsel contract with McManimon, Scotland & Baumann (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for custom iron arch at Griffin-Latona Park (project abandoned)
• Rejected bids for elevator safety subcode official (budget overrun; to be re-advertised)
• Approved corrective action plan for 2021 audit report (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on September 7, 2022, to consider an amendment to the East Side Redevelopment plan for a property at 125 South Street, as well as two site plan applications for converting single-family homes into multifamily buildings. The board will also vote on resolutions for previously discussed items and consider reappointing commissioners.

• Amendment to East Side Redevelopment plan for Block 1030, Lot 23, 125 South Street
• Docket #PB22-09: 339-343 Aycrigg Ave — convert 1-story home to 3-story, 7-unit building with 13 parking spaces (variances requested)
• Docket #PB22-07: 180 Summer Street — convert 1-family home to 3-story, 6-unit building (variances requested)
• Resolutions for approval: Item #1, Docket #PB21-19 (109-115 Albion Street), Docket #PB21-20 (37-49 Hoover Avenue)
• Re-appointment of Planning Board commissioners

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 6, 2022, with a public hearing and adoption of the CY 2022 municipal budget as a key item. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including a cap bank measure, and award contracts for services such as firehouse exhaust systems and turf field maintenance.

• Adoption of CY 2022 municipal budget (public hearing required)
• Ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (No. 2353-22)
• Contract for exhaust removal systems at Eastside and Westside firehouses, awarded to Clean Air Company for $128,000
• Contract for professional engineering services, awarded to Neglia Group for $67,200
• Contract for turf field maintenance at Pulaski Park and other fields, awarded to Landtek Group for $25,900

The council adopted the CY 2022 municipal budget (Resolution 22-09-205) and an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank (Ordinance 2353-22). It also approved several other ordinances, including amendments to disabled parking designations and a zoning map update, and awarded contracts for engineering services, turf field maintenance, and software licensing.

• Adopted CY 2022 municipal budget via Resolution 22-09-205
• Adopted Ordinance 2353-22 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Adopted Ordinance 2354-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Voted down Ordinance 2356 amending loading zone regulations
• Adopted Ordinance 2357 amending foreclosure and vacant property registration code
• Adopted Ordinance 2358-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons
• Adopted Ordinance 2359-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Approved $128,000 contract with Clean Air Company for exhaust removal systems at two firehouses (Resolution 22-09-211)

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting for Thursday, August 11, 2022, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on August 3, 2022, to consider three site plan applications. Two applications were carried over from earlier meetings, and one is newly scheduled. The board will also vote on resolutions for several previously reviewed projects and close out escrow accounts for two others.

• 339-343 Aycrigg Ave: convert 1-story home to 3-story, 8-unit residential building with 13 parking spaces (variances requested)
• 37-49 Hoover Ave: add 4 floors to existing building, creating 4 retail units and 16 residential units (variances requested)
• 425 Highland Ave: new 3-family home on vacant lot (variances requested)
• Resolutions for approval: 82 Lexington Ave, 101 7th St, 118 Passaic St, 47 Brighton Ave, 15-31 Central Ave
• Escrow closeouts: 258-268 Oak St, 813-819 Main Ave

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance to sell the Greenwood Lake Railway Tract, a city-owned property. The council will also consider several contracts, including for alarm monitoring, lead abatement, and an emergency sewer repair, and will discuss various event permits and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2355-22 to sell Greenwood Lake Railway Tract (Block 1030, Lot 33)
• Contract for burglar alarm and CCTV maintenance awarded to CSI Security, $750/month, not to exceed $25,000
• Contract for fire alarm monitoring awarded to United Federated System, $5,569/month, not to exceed $15,000/year
• Lead abatement contracts at 29 Van Buren St ($6,997) and 411 Highland Ave ($6,392) awarded to A. Paul Contracting
• Emergency sanitary sewer repair at 24 Forest Court awarded to Delgado Brothers for $415,000

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2355-22 authorizing the sale of the Greenwood Lake Railway Tract, and approved several contracts and grant applications. The council also introduced two ordinances amending handicapped parking designations, and rejected a wastewater system bid due to cost overruns.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2355-22 to sell Greenwood Lake Railway Tract (5-0)
• Awarded burglar alarm and CCTV maintenance contract to CSI Security System, up to $25,000 (5-0)
• Awarded fire alarm monitoring contract to T.F.S. Inc., $5,569/month (5-0)
• Awarded lead abatement contracts to A. Paul Contracting Corp., $6,997 and $6,392 (5-0)
• Rejected wastewater/sewerage system bid and re-advertised (5-0)
• Extended fire apparatus maintenance contract with Fire & Safety Services, $50,000/year (5-0)
• Authorized application for $230,839 JAG grant (5-0)
• Approved $415,000 emergency sewer repair at 24 Forest Court (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate. There are no applications to be heard at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from March 1st, 2022
• Approval of minutes from March 15th, 2022

Parking Authority

The Passaic Parking Authority has cancelled its reorganization meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022. The next meeting will be held on September 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ. This notice is procedural only; no agenda items are listed.

• Cancellation of July 20, 2022 reorganization meeting
• Rescheduled meeting: September 14, 2022, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of the City of Passaic is holding a special meeting on July 20, 2022, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda states that formal action will be taken, but no specific items are listed. Public participation is available by phone.

• Special meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom
• Formal action will be taken
• Public call-in available at 929-205-6099, Meeting ID 871 5755 9752

City Council

The Passaic City Council will introduce the 2022 municipal budget, including an ordinance to exceed budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The agenda also includes numerous resolutions for contracts, grants, tax refunds, and appointments, as well as several ordinances for first reading. Public comment is scheduled.

• Introduction of CY 2022 municipal budget and cap bank ordinance
• Purchase of 18 bulletproof vests for police ($17,587.26)
• Contract for corrugated steel panel fence at Colonel Johnson Park ($27,170.00)
• Purchase of 2022 Ford Explorer for fire prevention ($30,849.55)
• Ordinance to sell Greenwood Lake Railway Tract (Block 1030, Lot 33)

The Passaic City Council introduced the CY 2022 municipal budget, including an ordinance to exceed the state's 2.5% budget cap by 1% (amounting to $928,040) for a total increase of 3.5% ($3,248,140). The council also approved several resolutions, including appointing Weatherly Frias as Deputy Municipal Clerk, honorifically renaming a Hudson Street segment, and authorizing various purchases and contracts. A public hearing on the budget and several introduced ordinances is scheduled for September 6, 2022.

• Introduced CY 2022 budget with 3.5% cap increase ($3,248,140) (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Weatherly Frias as Deputy Municipal Clerk (5-0)
• Approved honorific designation of Hudson Street segment as 'Don Herminio and Martha R. Garcia Circle' (5-0)
• Approved $17,587.26 purchase of 18 bulletproof vests for police (5-0)
• Approved $30,849.55 purchase of 2022 Ford Explorer for fire prevention (5-0)
• Rejected bids for playground mulch and wastewater system maintenance; will re-advertise (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to sell Greenwood Lake Railway Tract to 125 South Street, LLC for $54,780 (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending vacant property registration fees to $500 semiannually (5-0)

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting for July 14, 2022, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on July 6, 2022, to consider four site plan and subdivision applications. These include a subdivision and conversion of a home on Albion Street, a fire-damaged building rehabilitation on Passaic Street, a residential conversion on Aycrigg Avenue, and an addition of residential floors on Hoover Avenue. The board will also hear requests for variances and waivers related to these projects.

• 115-119 Albion Street: subdivision into two lots, conversion to two-family dwelling, variances for lot area and front yard
• 118 Passaic Street: rehabilitation of fire-damaged mixed-use building, 14-foot rear addition, two apartments, variances for lot area and parking
• 339-343 Aycrigg Ave: conversion to three-story building with seven residential units and 13 parking spaces, variances for lot width and side yard
• 37-49 Hoover Avenue: addition of four floors with 16 residential units and four retail units, variances for front yard parking and floor height

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on August 3, 2022, to consider three site plan applications. These include converting a home into an eight-unit building, adding four floors to an existing structure with retail and residential units, and building a three-family home. The board will also vote on resolutions for four previously reviewed applications and close escrow accounts for two others.

• 339-343 Aycrigg Ave: convert 1-story home to 3-story, 8-unit building with 13 parking spaces (variances for lot width, side yard setback)
• 37-49 Hoover Ave: add 4 floors to existing building, 4 retail units and 16 residential units (variances for front yard parking, floor-to-floor height)
• 425 Highland Ave: new 3-family home on vacant lot (variances for lot area, width, setbacks, coverage, parking)
• Resolutions for approval: 82 Lexington Ave, 101 7th St, 118 Passaic St, 47 Brighton Ave
• Escrow closeouts: 258-268 Oak St, 813-819 Main Ave

City Council

This is the Passaic City Council's annual reorganization meeting. The council will elect a council president, make annual appointments to boards and agencies, designate official newspapers, and hear public comments. It will also authorize a closed executive session to discuss litigation, contracts, and personnel.

• Resolution designating council president for one-year term (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023)
• Resolution authorizing official newspapers for 2022-23
• Resolution designating council representative to Planning Board
• Resolution appointing commissioner to Passaic Redevelopment Agency
• Application from Coaches Association of Passaic for basketball tournament at No. 11 School courts, June 29–July 8, 2022, 5–9 p.m. weekdays

The Passaic City Council held a brief public meeting on July 1, 2022, and elected Councilperson Gary Schaer as Council President for a one-year term. The council also designated official newspapers, appointed Council Member Daniel Schwartz to the Planning Board, and tabled a resolution to appoint a commissioner to the Passaic Redevelopment Agency. A resolution for a closed executive session was removed from the agenda.

• Elected Gary Schaer as Council President for one-year term (unanimous)
• Designated North Jersey Herald News, The Record, El Especial/Especialito, and Poder Latino USA as official newspapers (unanimous)
• Appointed Daniel Schwartz as Council representative to Planning Board for one-year term (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution appointing commissioner to Passaic Redevelopment Agency to July 19 meeting
• Approved Coaches Association of Passaic basketball tournament at No. 11 School courts (contingent on approvals)
• Reappointed Chaim Munk to Redevelopment Agency for 2022-23
• Accepted resignation of Tiffany K. (Allen) Crocket from Parking Authority
• Removed executive session resolution from agenda

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of Passaic cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 23, 2022, and rescheduled it for June 28, 2022, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda is a public notice of the rescheduling and participation instructions; no specific agenda items are listed. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.

• Regular meeting cancelled from June 23 to June 28, 2022
• Meeting held via Zoom with call-in number 929 205 6099 and meeting ID 871 5755 9752
• Public participation instructions: press *6 to mute/unmute, *9 to raise hand

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission held a rescheduled meeting via Zoom to process routine licensing actions. The agenda focused on renewing annual licenses for retail consumption, distribution, and clubs for the 2022-2023 term. It also included specific rulings to permit the renewal of inactive licenses and the transfer of existing licenses between entities.

• Renewal of plenary retail consumption, distribution, and club licenses for the 2022-2023 term
• Transfer of license 1607-33-135-016 from RIYA LIQUORS LLC to Shree Shiv Krishnay LLC at 321 Broadway
• Special ruling to permit renewal of inactive license for Jefe Group LLC
• Special ruling to permit issuance and renewal of license for Tanya Mi Nina, LLC at 119 Main Avenue
• Transfer of license 1607-33-056-004 from Sevilla Restaurant Inc. to Alex Perez

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is holding its regular meeting on June 23, 2022, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda is procedural only, with no listed items for discussion or decision. Formal action may be taken, but no specific topics are detailed.

• Regular meeting of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Meeting held via Zoom with call-in and meeting ID provided

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on June 21, 2022, to consider one application. The board is deciding whether to grant preliminary and major final site plan approval for the reconstruction of a recycling plant damaged by a fire in early 2021. No bulk variances are required for this application.

• Docket #PB22-11: 73 South St, Block 1030 Lot 1, Eastside Redevelopment Zone
• Applicant: Christopher Riviello of Atlantic Coast Fibers
• Request: preliminary and major final site plan approval for recycling plant reconstruction
• No bulk variances required

City Council

The Passaic City Council is meeting virtually to consider a series of resolutions, including awarding a $748,385 contract for sinkhole repair at Speer Village, accepting a $425,000 Safe Routes to School grant, and appointing an interim city clerk. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a parking ordinance for disabled persons and several routine items.

• Resolution appointing Weatherly Frias as interim city clerk
• Ordinance 2352-22 amending disabled parking restrictions by license plate
• Award $748,385 to J. Fletcher Creamer & Son for Speer Village sinkhole repair
• Accept $425,000 NJ DOT Safe Routes to School grant
• Award $127,406.40 to Nu-Way Concessionaires for summer food program meals

The Passaic City Council appointed Weatherly Frias as interim city clerk, awarded a $748,385 contract for Speer Village sinkhole repair, and approved multiple grants and contracts including a $425,000 Safe Routes to School grant. The council also rejected a $4.09M wastewater bid as over budget and adopted an ordinance amending disabled parking restrictions. Council member Salim Patel was noted as having missed 8 consecutive weeks of meetings, triggering a potential vacancy under state law.

• Appointed Weatherly Frias as interim city clerk (unanimous)
• Awarded $748,385 contract to J. Fletcher Creamer & Son for Speer Village sinkhole repair
• Accepted $425,000 Safe Routes to School grant for multi-intersection improvements
• Authorized application for $6.25M COPS Hiring Grant (25% match required)
• Rejected $4,087,615 wastewater/sewerage bid as over budget, re-advertised
• Adopted Ordinance 2352-22 amending disabled parking restrictions
• Awarded $127,406.40 contract to Nu-Way Concessionaires for summer meals
• Approved $50,000 CDBG/HOME consultant contract with RES Advisors

Planning Board

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider three applications for site plan approval and variances. The applications involve converting existing buildings into residential units, with one carried from a previous meeting and one withdrawn. The board will take action on these requests.

• 84 1st Street: preliminary/final site plan and D5 variance to convert warehouse space into four apartments (carried from Dec 9, 2021)
• 280 Hope Avenue: application to convert two-family home into eight-unit apartment building (withdrawn)
• 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue: preliminary/final site plan and D(1) use variance to convert home into seven residential units with 14 parking spaces

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on June 9, 2022, with a public hearing on two ordinances (disabled parking and farmers' market season) and a vote on the 2022 budget transmittal. The council will also consider resolutions for contracts, including auto parts, computer equipment, and an ADA ramp, plus several event permit applications.

• Ordinance 2350-22: Amends restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate
• Ordinance 2351-22: Extends farmers' market operating season
• Resolution: Contract for auto parts for city vehicles, approx. $130,000
• Resolution: Change order for Griffin Latona 100 Steps reconstruction, total $492,775.40
• Resolution: Award contract for ADA ramp at City Hall to AA Berms, LLC, $36,700

The Passaic City Council adopted the 2022 municipal budget, which includes a proposed 5% tax rate increase, and approved several resolutions including a $250,009.24 tax refund, a shared service agreement for fire hydrant testing, and a change order for the Griffin Latona 100 Steps reconstruction. Two ordinances were adopted on final reading, and one was introduced for first reading. The meeting was held virtually via Facebook Live.

• Adopted 2022 budget with $103,425,124 in appropriations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2350-22 amending disabled parking designations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2351-22 extending farmers' market season (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-06-131 authorizing $250,009.24 tax refund to Passaic Equities (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-06-133 shared service agreement with Passaic Valley Water Commission for $69,500/year (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-06-136 change order for Griffin Latona 100 Steps, increasing contract to $492,775.40 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-06-138 awarding ADA ramp contract to AA Berms, LLC for $36,700 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-06-139 authorizing estimated tax bills for third quarter 2022 (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to take action on a single application. The board is reviewing a request to expand an existing adult daycare into a halfway house.

• Docket #ZB21-08: Request by Straight and Narrow Inc. for site plan approval and variances for use, height, and density at 182 1st Street to add 50 beds for a substance abuse and mental treatment program

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider the renewal of an inactive retail consumption license for JJR Entertainment LLC. The board will also review a resolution for a person-to-person license transfer at 35 Broadway.

• Renewal of Plenary Retail Consumption License No. 1607-33-074-005 (JJR Entertainment LLC)
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-135-016 from I and SG Enterprises LLC to MG Elegante Enterprises at 35 Broadway
• Authorization to meet in closed session regarding pending litigation and attorney matters

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 25, 2022, with a public hearing on a disabled parking ordinance and a final vote on another. The council will also consider resolutions including a $46,430.40 emergency sewer repair contract, support for a cannabis business license application, and a grant application for bulletproof vests. Several routine items and public event permits are on the agenda.

• Resolution awarding $46,430.40 contract to Delgado Brothers for emergency sewer repair at 474 Paulison Avenue
• Resolution authorizing municipal support for Dr. Jae Farms Inc cannabis business licensure application
• Resolution authorizing application for DOJ Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant
• Ordinance to extend farmers' market operating season (Chapter 149, Article XIII)
• Tax refund of $6,110.94 for 223 Aycrigg Avenue

The Passaic City Council approved a $46,430.40 emergency sanitary sewer repair contract for Delgado Brothers Plumbing & Heating, authorized support for Dr. Jae Farms Inc.'s cannabis cultivation and manufacturing license applications, and approved applications for several grants including a $90,000 Parks as Community Wellness Hubs grant and a Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant. The council also adopted an ordinance amending disabled parking designations and introduced ordinances to extend the farmers' market season and update parking restrictions. All votes were 6-0 with one member absent, except where noted.

• Approved $46,430.40 emergency sewer repair contract to Delgado Brothers (6-0, Garcia abstained)
• Authorized municipal support for Dr. Jae Farms Inc. cannabis license applications (6-0)
• Authorized application for $90,000 NRPA Parks as Community Wellness Hubs grant (6-0)
• Authorized application for DOJ Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2349-22 amending disabled parking designations (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2351-22 to extend farmers' market season to Nov 30 (6-0)
• Approved $6,110.94 tax overpayment refund to 223 Aycrigg Ave (6-0, Munk abstained)
• Approved payment of bills (5-0, Love and Patel absent)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider a request from 163 Hope Avenue LLC. The applicant seeks to convert an existing structure into a three-family home through preliminary and final site plan approval and several variances.

• Docket #ZB22-01: 163 Hope Avenue site plan and D-5 variance request
• Conversion of existing structure to a three-family home
• Variances requested for lot area, width, depth, front yard, side yard, coverage, and parking

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to review resolutions for transferring two liquor licenses. The agenda also includes a prosecutor's warning letter regarding health code violations.

• Transfer of license 1607-33-038-005 to Anybody Can Get It T/A The Break Room at 427 Van Houten Ave
• Transfer of license 1607-33-098-005 from The Grand Saritas LLC to Alvarez V, LLC T/A Grand Saritas at 82 President St
• Warning letter to Knockout Bar and Grill LLC regarding health code violations
• Resolution to meet in closed session regarding pending litigation and attorney matters

Redevelopment Agency

The Agency de-designated Contempo Acquisitions, LLC as the redeveloper for 125 South Street due to unmet milestones. It then designated South Street Apartments, LLC to develop a new 351-unit apartment building at that location.

• De-designation of Contempo Acquisitions, LLC for property at 125 South Street
• Designation of South Street Apartments, LLC as redeveloper for 125 South Street
• Proposed construction of a 351-unit apartment building at 125 South Street
• Requirement of $10,000 non-refundable application fee from South Street Apartments, LLC
• Requirement of $20,000 escrow payment and $15,000 administrative fee from South Street Apartments, LLC

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority of the City of Passaic has cancelled its meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022. The next meeting will be held via Zoom on June 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., with instructions for public participation by Zoom or phone.

• Meeting cancelled for May 18, 2022
• Next meeting June 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
• Public participation via Zoom or phone (929 205 6099, Meeting ID 879 5812 9938)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 12, 2022, with final votes on two ordinances, including a redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street, and a series of resolutions covering contracts, grants, and tax appeal settlements. The agenda also includes public comment, routine communications, and a closed executive session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2348-22 adopting redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street (Block 2185, Lots 50-57)
• Resolution awarding $37,035.00 contract to Daktronics for outdoor electronic message display board
• Resolution awarding $54,149.50 contract to Riddell for recreation uniforms 2022-2023
• Resolution accepting $950,000 NJDOT Local Freight Impact Fund grant
• Resolution awarding $381,918.75 contract to KM Construction for Pulaski Park parking lot improvements

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance 2348-22, approving a redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street, and Ordinance 2347-22, amending disabled parking designations. The council also approved a $950,000 state grant for the 8th Street Improvement Project and awarded contracts for recreation uniforms and Pulaski Park parking lot improvements.

• Adopted redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street (Ordinance 2348-22)
• Adopted disabled parking designation amendment (Ordinance 2347-22)
• Approved $950,000 NJDOT grant for 8th Street Improvement Project
• Awarded $54,149.50 contract to Riddell for recreation uniforms
• Awarded $381,918.75 contract to KM Construction for Pulaski Park parking lot improvements
• Approved $37,035 contract with Daktronics for electronic message board
• Approved $816,851.48 change order for 2020 road improvements
• Rejected proposal for ARPA funding consultant

City Council

The Passaic City Council adopted a redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street and approved several resolutions, including accepting a $950,000 state grant for the 8th Street Improvement Project. The council also approved a $37,035 contract for an electronic message board, a $54,149.50 contract for recreation uniforms, and a $381,918.75 contract for Pulaski Park parking lot improvements. A proposal for an American Rescue Plan funding consultant was rejected.

• Adopted Ordinance 2348-22, redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2347-22, amending disabled parking restrictions (5-0)
• Accepted $950,000 NJDOT Local Freight Impact Fund grant for 8th Street Improvement Project
• Awarded $381,918.75 contract to KM Construction for Pulaski Park parking lot improvements
• Awarded $54,149.50 contract to Riddell for recreation uniforms 2022-2023
• Awarded $37,035.00 contract to Daktronics for outdoor electronic message board
• Rejected proposal for Home American Rescue Act Plan Funding Consultant
• Approved $816,851.48 change order for Smith Sondy Asphalt road improvements

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider recommendations for redevelopment plans on Summer Street, approve several resolutions, and review multiple site plan applications. These include proposals to convert commercial buildings into residential units, a new residential development, and a drive-thru for Dunkin Donuts. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Redevelopment plan recommendations for 177-195 Summer Street (Block 2185, Lots 50-57)
• Resolution approvals for 72-74 Park Pl, 14 Garden St, 210 Summer St, and Summer Redevelopment
• 115-119 Albion St: proposal to split lot and add a two-family dwelling (variances required)
• 82 Lexington Ave: add residential apartment above karate school (variances required)
• 249 Monroe St: add three residential units above commercial space (variances required)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider a site plan and variance request. The applicant seeks to convert an existing structure into a three-family home.

• Docket #ZB22-01: Request for preliminary and final site plan approval for 163 Hope Avenue
• Request for D-5 variance and variances for lot area, width, depth, front yard, side yard, lot coverage, and parking at 163 Hope Avenue

Parking Authority

The Passaic Parking Authority has cancelled its meeting scheduled for April 26, 2022. The next meeting will be held via Zoom on May 18, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., with public participation available by video or phone.

• April 26, 2022 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 18, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
• Zoom meeting ID: 879 5812 9938
• Phone access: 929 205 6099 (New York)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on four ordinances, including changes to disabled parking designations, mobile food establishments near higher education facilities, and zoning for electric vehicles. The council will also vote on contracts for fire truck repairs and recreation uniforms, and consider a redevelopment plan for properties on Summer Street.

• Ordinance 2345-22 amends peddling rules to allow mobile food establishments at higher education facilities
• Ordinance 2346-22 amends zoning for planned development to include electric vehicles
• Resolution awarding $38,803.29 to Cummins, Inc. for fire truck repairs
• Resolution awarding $9,746.00 to DOT Designing for recreation uniforms
• Tax refunds: $2,247.30 for 179 Jefferson St. and $26,428.25 for 37 and 47 High St.

The Passaic City Council adopted four ordinances on second reading, including amendments to disabled parking designations and a zoning change for electric vehicles, and approved a redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street on first reading. The council also awarded a $38,803.29 contract to Cummins, Inc. for repairing a fire truck damaged during Hurricane Ida, rejected bids for a drainage design project, and approved recreation uniform and tax refund resolutions. All votes were unanimous with Council Member Patel absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 2343-22 amending disabled parking designations (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2344-22 amending disabled parking by license plate (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2345-22 amending peddling rules for mobile food establishments (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2346-22 amending zoning for electric vehicles (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2347-22 amending disabled parking by license plate (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2348-22 adopting redevelopment plan for 177-195 Summer Street (6-0)
• Awarded $38,803.29 contract to Cummins, Inc. for fire truck repair (6-0)
• Rejected bids for Hammond Avenue drainage design and re-advertised (6-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding its regular April 14, 2022 meeting via Zoom. The board will consider two resolutions: one to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters, and another to approve the transfer of a liquor license from Tanya Mi Nina LLC to Tanya Mi Nina LLC t/a Q-BA Restaurant & Lounge at 119 Main Ave. The meeting is open to the public by phone or Zoom.

• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Resolution to transfer license no. 1607-33-031-008 from Tanya Mi Nina LLC to Tanya Mi Nina LLC t/a Q-BA Restaurant & Lounge at 119 Main Ave

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 12, 2022, with final votes on several redevelopment ordinances, including the Eastside Redevelopment Plan amendment and a new plan for 452-454 Paulison Avenue and 439 Oak Street. The council will also consider resolutions awarding contracts for police body cameras, park maintenance, and other services, plus a $2 million state transportation grant. Several public event applications and routine communications are on the agenda.

• Final reading of ordinance to amend Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 125 South Street (Block 1030, Lot 23)
• Final reading of ordinance adopting redevelopment plan for 452-454 Paulison Avenue and 439 Oak Street
• Resolution to purchase 80 body-worn cameras for police from Axon Enterprise for $366,666.51
• Resolution to accept $2,000,000 NJDOT Local Transportation Projects Fund grant
• Resolution to award contract for Columbia Park site improvements to AA Berms for $69,520.00

The Passaic City Council adopted four ordinances on second reading, including amendments to the Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 125 South Street, a redevelopment plan for 452-454 Paulison Avenue and 439 Oak Street, and changes to disabled parking designations and heating system inspections. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including contracts for geese control, field maintenance, body-worn cameras, and park improvements, and authorized support for cannabis business licenses for Amcann Group LLC and Amcann Manufacturing LLC. Several ordinances were introduced for first reading, including amendments related to mobile food establishments and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

• Adopted Ordinance 2337-22 amending Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 125 South Street (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2338-22 adopting redevelopment plan for 452-454 Paulison Ave and 439 Oak St (5-0, Love absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 2341-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate (5-0, Love absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 2342-22 requiring annual inspection of heating systems (6-0)
• Awarded $32,240 geese control contract to Geese Chasers North Jersey (6-0)
• Awarded $366,666.51 contract for 80 body-worn cameras to Axon Enterprise (6-0)
• Authorized support for Amcann Group LLC and Amcann Manufacturing LLC cannabis licenses (6-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2345-22 on mobile food establishments at higher education facilities (6-0)

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled Redevelopment Agency meeting for Thursday, April 7, 2022, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board's April 6, 2022 meeting is canceled. Two site plan applications that were on the agenda will not be heard: a subdivision and conversion at 115-119 Albion Street, and a commercial-to-residential conversion at 82 Lexington Avenue.

• Meeting canceled due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements
• Docket #PB21-19: 115-119 Albion Street, subdivision and conversion to two-family dwellings, carried from March 2, 2022
• Docket #PB22-01: 82 Lexington Avenue, add residential apartment above karate school, first appearance

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Straight and Narrow Inc. is requesting preliminary and final site plan approval for a residential program. The proposal would expand an existing 9-bed adult daycare to include 50 additional beds for substance abuse and mental health treatment. This application includes requests for use, height, density, front yard, side yard, and lot coverage variances.

• Docket #ZB21-08: 182 1st Street expansion proposal
• Conversion of adult daycare to a halfway house with 59 total beds
• Requested variances for use (D1), height (D6), density (D5), front yard, side yard, and lot coverage

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider a person-to-person transfer of a liquor license and to authorize a closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The board will also receive a notice from the state regarding a payment in lieu of suspension for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC.

• Person-to-person transfer of license No. 1607-33-144-006 from Zambrowianka Inc to Taqueria Los Amigos (pocket license)
• Resolution to meet in closed session on March 17, 2022 to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• State notice of final determination and payment in lieu of suspension for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual special meeting to consider a preliminary investigation for an Area in Need of Redevelopment/Rehabilitation at 177-195 Summer Street, and to consider recommendations for redevelopment plans for properties on South Street and Paulison/Oak Street. The board will also hear a first appearance for a site plan application by 514 Passaic Meat Farm LLC for a Superfresh Super Market at 47 Brighton Avenue, which includes a variance for loading spaces.

• Preliminary investigation for Area in Need of Redevelopment/Rehabilitation at Block 2185, Lots 50-57, 177-195 Summer Street
• Redevelopment plan recommendations for Block 1030, Lot 23, 125 South Street
• Redevelopment plan recommendations for Block 2197.01, Lots 1 & 32, 452-454 Paulison & 439 Oak Street
• Site plan application for Superfresh Super Market at 47 Brighton Avenue (Block 3245.05, Lot 1) - 9,753 sq ft existing retail plus 5,650 sq ft addition
• Variance requested for loading spaces: 7 required, 4 proposed

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances, including one requiring annual heating inspections. The council will also vote on several contracts, including a $149,400 SCBA air compressor for firehouses and a $239,668 tennis court surface at Third Ward Memorial Park, plus resolutions on tax refunds and ARPA funding for assistance programs.

• Ordinance 2339-22: annual inspection of heating facilities (2nd reading)
• Contract with Air & Gas Technologies, Inc. for SCBA cascade air compressor, $149,400
• Contract with SportsPros USA for tennis court surface at Howard Avenue, $239,668
• Contract with Dresdner Robin for Benson Avenue parking lot and baseball field design, $85,790
• Resolution authorizing ARPA funds for small business, not-for-profit, and tenant rental assistance

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss a state notice regarding a payment in lieu of suspension for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, consider a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters, and vote on a person-to-person transfer of a liquor license from Zambrowianka Inc. to Taqueria Los Amigos. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Notice of Final Determination (offer in lieu of suspension) for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-144-006 from Zambrowianka Inc. to Taqueria Los Amigos (pocket license)

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority of the City of Passaic cancelled its February 16, 2022 meeting and rescheduled it to March 15, 2022 at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda is procedural, providing public participation instructions for the rescheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled for February 16, 2022
• Rescheduled to March 15, 2022 at 7:00 PM via Zoom
• Public participation via Zoom or phone (929-436-2866, Meeting ID 879 5812 9938)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is meeting virtually on March 9, 2022, to consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include proposed redevelopment plans for properties on South Street, Paulison Avenue, and Oak Street, as well as contracts for park improvements, police training, and equipment purchases. The council will also hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to enter closed session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2337-22: Refer proposed amendment to Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 125 South Street to Planning Board (administration requests tabling to April 12)
• Ordinance 2338-22: Adopt redevelopment plan for 452-454 Paulison Avenue and 439 Oak Street (administration requests tabling to April 12)
• Resolution 20: Contract with BISDigital for digital court recorder system, $72,318.25
• Resolution 30: Contract for turf field replacement at Pulaski Park, $585,983.80
• Resolution 26: Notice of intent to award contract for Sport Court surface at Howard Avenue Tennis Courts, up to $239,668.00

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Board will consider two applications to convert existing residential properties into multi-family buildings. These items were carried from previous meetings in February 2022.

• 5 Amsterdam Avenue: conversion of a two-family property into five residential units
• 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue: conversion of a one-story home into a seven-unit, three-story brick building
• 5 Amsterdam Avenue: requests for lot width, yard setback, coverage, and parking variances
• 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue: requests for lot area, width, side yard setback, and use variances

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on ordinances, including redevelopment plans for properties on Summer Street, Paulison Avenue, and Oak Street, and a cannabis business license support resolution. The council will also vote on resolutions for contracts, grants, and a $231,000 change order for Public Works garage renovations. The meeting will be virtual due to COVID-19.

• Ordinance No. 2336-22 amending disabled parking restrictions by license plate
• Resolution supporting Integrity One Alternative Care's cannabis business licensure
• Resolution for emergency traffic signal repair at Main Avenue and Jefferson Street ($33,569.08)
• Resolution authorizing $231,000 change order for Daskal, LLC renovations to Public Works garage at 870 Main Avenue
• Ordinance adopting redevelopment plan for 452-454 Paulison Avenue and 439 Oak Street

The Passaic City Council held its February 22, 2022 meeting, adopting Ordinance No. 2336-22 on second reading, which amends restricted parking designations for disabled persons by license plate number. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including agreements for carnivals, police equipment, tax appeal settlements, and grants. Three ordinances were introduced for first reading, including a property maintenance amendment requiring annual heating inspections.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2336-22 on second and final reading, amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number.
• Approved resolutions authorizing agreements with McDaniel Brothers Shows for carnivals at Third Ward Veterans Memorial Park, School No. 11, and Pulaski Park in 2022.
• Authorized the Passaic Police Department to participate in the Defense Logistics Agency 1033 Program to acquire excess Department of Defense equipment.
• Approved emergency repair of a traffic signal at Main Avenue and Jefferson Street, paying $33,569.08 to Jen Electric.
• Authorized submission and acceptance of a $12,250 grant for the Distracted Driving Statewide Crackdown.
• Approved a tax appeal settlement for 37 47 High Street, LLC, with a total refund of approximately $26,428.24.
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2339-22, requiring annual inspection of heating facilities and reporting of repairs, with a $20 filing fee.
• Tabled a hearing request from Wilson Plata regarding a denied cosmetology license.

Parking Authority

The Passaic Parking Authority has cancelled its meeting originally scheduled for February 16, 2022. The next meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on March 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., with public participation available by video or phone. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting of February 16, 2022 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
• Public participation via Zoom link or phone: 929-436-2866, Meeting ID 879 5812 9938

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider three applications involving residential unit conversions and new construction. These items include proposals for multi-unit apartments at 84 1st Street, 280 Hope Avenue, and 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue.

• 84 1st Street: Proposal to convert a three-story building into four residential units
• 280 Hope Avenue: Proposal to add a three-story addition to convert a two-family home into an eight-unit apartment building
• 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue: Proposal to convert a one-story home into a new three-story brick building with seven residential units

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is holding a reorganization meeting to nominate and seat a Chairman for the 2022 calendar year. The board will also review a communication from the State of New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding Bar el Anochecer.

• Nomination and seating of the 2022 Chairman
• Review of Notice of Final Determination for Bar el Anochecer (154 Passaic St.)
• Resolution to meet in closed session regarding pending litigation and attorney matters

Redevelopment Agency

The Passaic Redevelopment Agency held its February 10, 2022 meeting, where it approved several routine resolutions and one major action: designating SFG Passaic Urban Renewal, LLC as the redeveloper for the property at 100 8th Street (Block 1024, Lots 17 & 54.01) and authorizing an interim costs agreement. The board also approved officer appointments, official newspapers, and a bank depository, and reviewed the bill list. The meeting included a presentation by the redeveloper's legal representative and updates from the Executive Director on various redevelopment projects.

• Designated SFG Passaic Urban Renewal, LLC as redeveloper for 100 8th Street, with a 300,000 sq ft industrial building; requires $20,000 application fee, $20,000 escrow, and $35,000 administrative fee
• Reappointed Ricardo Fernandez as Executive Director at $32,500 annual salary
• Appointed Omar J. Garcia as CFO and Sonal Patel as Recording Secretary ($250 per meeting)
• Designated Valley National Bank as official depository
• Approved bill list of $2,185.70

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting, with key items including final adoption of an ordinance requiring replacement of lead service lines and introduction of a parking ordinance. The council will also consider numerous routine items, including entertainment license renewals, grant acceptances, and contract awards. A closed executive session is scheduled for litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2335-22 requiring replacement of lead service lines (final reading)
• Ordinance 2334-22 amending disabled parking designations (final reading)
• Resolution authorizing refund of $15,576 tax overpayment for 250 Madison St.
• Resolution awarding contract for furniture for Public Works facility at 870 Main Ave.
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 42 Motorola portable radios for Fire Department

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual special meeting to consider a site plan application for a mixed-use development at 37-49 Hoover Avenue, which would add four floors to an existing one-story building, creating retail and residential units. The board will also vote on resolutions for two other dockets and an ordinance amendment.

• Docket #PB21-20: 37-49 Hoover Ave, 4-story addition with 4 retail units and 16 residential units
• Variances requested for no front yard parking and floor-to-floor height
• Resolution for Docket #PB21-17 (559 Main Avenue)
• Resolution for Docket #PB19-09 (684 Main Avenue)
• Ordinance amending City code of Passaic

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment is reviewing applications for residential conversions and home expansions. The board will discuss variance requests regarding lot coverage, setbacks, and density for three specific properties.

• 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue: Proposal to convert a one-story home into a three-story building with 7 residential units and 14 parking spaces
• 41 Reid Avenue: Request for variances to expand a one-family home, affecting maximum lot coverage and side yard setbacks
• 5 Amsterdam Avenue: Proposal to convert a two-family property into a multi-family building with 5 residential units

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board's reorganization meeting scheduled for January 27, 2022, is cancelled. The next meeting will be held on February 17, 2022, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom, with public call-in details provided. Formal action will be taken at that meeting.

• January 27, 2022 ABC Board meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: February 17, 2022 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom
• Public call-in: 929-205-6099 (New York), Meeting ID # 891 9875 4034
• Instructions for residents: press *6 to mute/unmute, *9 to raise hand

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including the purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe and equipment for the Police Department. The agenda also includes tax overpayment refunds, various service contracts, and two proposed ordinances.

• Tax refund: $3,723.64 for 2-4 Donald Ave.
• Tax refund: $5,837.63 for 452 Brook
• Tax refund: $3,872.35 for 437 Paulison
• Purchase of one 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe and police equipment
• Ordinance to require replacement of lead service lines

The Passaic City Council approved Ordinance No. 2335-22 on first reading, which requires the replacement of lead service lines within the city, with a public hearing set for February 8, 2022. The council also approved a series of resolutions including contracts for a police vehicle, COVID-19 rapid test kits, snow plowing services, and various professional services. A resolution authorizing a closed executive session was taken off the agenda.

• Approved Ordinance 2335-22 on first reading requiring lead service line replacement (public hearing Feb 8)
• Approved Ordinance 2334-22 on first reading amending handicapped parking restrictions (public hearing Feb 8)
• Approved $41,261.65 purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for police (6-0)
• Approved $26,185.00 emergency purchase of 2,000 COVID-19 rapid test kits (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 snow plowing contract with Smith Sondy Asphalt (6-0)
• Approved $35,000 pedestrian safety grant from NJ Division of Highway Traffic and Safety (6-0)
• Approved $37,085.00 contract for 2022 recycling calendars (6-0)
• Approved municipal support for Maria Rosa Canna LLC cannabis cultivation/manufacturing license (6-0)

Parking Authority

The Passaic Parking Authority is meeting via Zoom to adopt its 2022 budget (January 1–December 31, 2022) and to authorize a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The agenda also includes a hearing of citizens, bill list, director report, and CFO report. The meeting is being held remotely due to COVID-19.

• 2022 Parking Authority Budget Adoption Resolution for January 1–December 31, 2022
• Resolution authorizing closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters
• Hearing of citizens
• Bill list
• Director and CFO reports

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will consider two site plan applications. One involves converting a residence into a house of worship on Tennyson Place, and the other involves building a three-story apartment complex on Aycrigg Avenue.

• Docket # ZB21-03-1-5: Conversion of residential home to a 2.5 story house of worship at Tennyson Place
• Docket #ZB21-14-: Construction of a 3-story brick building with seven residential units at 339-347 Aycrigg Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council is meeting virtually to hold public hearings on three ordinances, including one to amend sanitary wastewater rates, one on disabled parking designations, and one on zoning rules for principal and accessory structures. The council will also vote on resolutions, including awarding contracts for parking and sidewalk improvements, rejecting and awarding a court interpreter contract, and authorizing municipal support for two cannabis business license applications. Several items are routine communications and resolutions, and the meeting includes a closed executive session for litigation, contracts, and personnel.

• Ordinance 2330-21 amending sanitary wastewater rates (tabled Dec 21, 2021)
• Ordinance 2333-21 amending zoning code Chapter 317, Article II, Section 8
• Resolution awarding Christopher Columbus Park parking improvements
• Resolution awarding Myrtle Ave & Monroe Street sidewalk and dog park ADA ramp contract
• Resolutions supporting cannabis licensure for Luxxe Green LLC and Garden State Born LLC

The Passaic City Council approved two cannabis business licenses for Luxxe Green, LLC and Garden State Born LLC, along with several contracts including a $175,802.30 parking improvement project and a $48,173 sidewalk/ADA ramp project. The council also adopted three ordinances on final reading, including one amending sanitary wastewater rates. All votes were unanimous with 7 ayes and no nays.

• Adopted Ordinance 2330-21 amending sanitary wastewater rates (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2332-21 amending disabled parking designation (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2333-21 amending zoning accessory structures (7-0)
• Awarded $175,802.30 contract to Your Way Construction for Christopher Columbus Park parking (7-0)
• Awarded $48,173 contract to Diamond Construction for Myrtle Ave & Monroe St sidewalk/ADA ramp (7-0)
• Authorized municipal support for Luxxe Green, LLC cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license (7-0)
• Authorized municipal support for Garden State Born LLC cannabis cultivator/manufacturer license (7-0)
• Approved temporary budget for CY 2022 (7-0)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a special virtual meeting to reorganize by selecting officers and to consider several land-use applications. They will review a request to extend approvals for converting a commercial building at 684 Main Avenue into residential units, and a subdivision proposal at 115-119 Albion Street. The board will also approve minutes and resolutions from prior meetings.

• Re-organization: selection of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Recording Secretary, Board Attorney, Board Planner, Official Newspaper
• Notice of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 317, Zoning, Article II, Section 8 on Principal Structures and Uses
• PB21-23: Taract Management LLC requests 1-year extension for site plan approval at 684 Main Avenue to convert office space to 8 residential units
• PB21-19: ML Realty LLC requests preliminary/final site plan and minor subdivision at 115-119 Albion Street to create two lots for two-family dwellings
• Resolution for approval: Docket #PB21-21 for 308-322 Howe Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will conduct its annual re-organization to select board leadership and professional staff. The board will also review three applications for site plan approvals and variances to convert existing properties into multi-family housing.

• Re-organization: Selection of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, Recording Secretary, Board Attorney, Board Planner, and Official Newspaper
• 5 Amsterdam Avenue: Proposal to convert a two-family property into a seven-unit multi-family building
• 84 1st Street: Proposal to convert warehouse space into four residential units above a ground-floor auto repair shop
• 280 Hope Avenue: Proposal to convert a two-family home into an eight-unit apartment building via a three-story rear addition

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment held its annual reorganization, electing officers and appointing the board attorney and planner. It approved three escrow resolutions and adjourned hearings for three applications (84 First Street, 280 Hope Avenue, and 5 Amsterdam Avenue) to February 15, 2022, with the 5 Amsterdam hearing continued after testimony. No applications were approved or denied.

• Elected Menachem Bazian as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Deiby Martinez as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Yaacov Brisman as Secretary (unanimous)
• Appointed Douglas Kinz, Esq. as Board Attorney (unanimous)
• Appointed Plan 2 Consultants as Board Planner (unanimous)
• Approved escrow resolution for 132-136 Brook Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved escrow resolution for 19 High Street (unanimous)
• Approved escrow resolution for 122 Third Street (unanimous)