Passaic public meetings in 2023

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will consider resolutions to renew two inactive liquor licenses under a special state ruling, set its 2024 meeting schedule, and hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The meeting was rescheduled from December 21 to December 20 and will be held via Zoom.

• Resolution to renew inactive license for DMM Inn Inc (License No. 1607-33-061-009)
• Resolution to renew inactive license for Alex Perez (License No. 1607-33-056-005)
• Resolution to hold closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Resolution setting 2024 meeting dates for the ABC Board

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on December 19, 2023. The main item is a public hearing on Docket ZB23-13 for a property at 37 Columbia Avenue in the R-3 Zone. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Docket ZB23-13: 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot 25, in the R-3 Zone

City Council

The City Council is scheduled to hold a second and final reading of ordinances amending redevelopment plans for Main Avenue and Market Street. The meeting also includes resolutions for various service contracts, tax appeal settlements, and grant acceptances.

• Amendments to Main Avenue and Market Street redevelopment plans
• Contract award to Reivax Contracting Corp. for $271,335.75 for municipal parking lot at 252 River Drive
• Contract award to Marmero Law, LLC for tax appeal attorney services up to $150,000.00
• Acceptance of a $35,000 pedestrian safety grant from the NJ Division of Highway Traffic and Safety
• Settlement of tax appeals for Congregation E Yehoshua, Inc. ($45,742.52) and Congregation Zichron Shlomo ($40,573.48)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a consistency review for an amendment to the Market Street Redevelopment Plan, a recommendation for a redevelopment plan at 386-394 Monroe Street, and an ordinance amending the Scattered Site Redevelopment Plan at 217 Brook Avenue. The board will also hear applications for properties on Wickham, Linden, and Summer Streets, and set its 2024 meeting dates.

• Consistency review for amendment to Market Street Redevelopment Plan
• Recommendation to City Council for adoption of redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street
• Ordinance approving amendment to Scattered Site Redevelopment Plan at 217 Brook Avenue
• Application PB21-12 for extension at 17-19 Wickham Street
• Application PB23-07 for 153-215 Linden Street in M-1/M-2 zone

City Council

The City Council is conducting second and final readings for ordinances regarding disabled parking and bus stop relocation on Wall Street. The agenda also includes several resolutions for municipal service contracts, budget amendments, and the appointment of a new Deputy Mayor.

• Ordinance to relocate a bus stop on Wall Street
• Resolution for outdoor security cameras at City Hall parking lot ($22,283.74)
• Resolution for emergency sanitary sewer repair on Howard Avenue ($11,000.00)
• Resolution for purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles for parking enforcement ($17,810.96)
• Resolution accepting $25,000.00 from Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Initiative

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on November 28, 2023, to consider three zoning applications. The board will hear requests for properties at 80-82 Central Avenue & 177 Van Buren Street, 1 Van Buren Street, and 62 Brighton Avenue. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Docket #ZB23-07: 80-82 Central Avenue & 177 Van Buren Street, Block 4113, Lots 24 & 28, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-11: 1 Van Buren Street, Block 4070, Lot 1, R3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-14: 62 Brighton Avenue, Block 3245.04, Lot 1, C Zone District

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider one application: Docket ZB23-13 for 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot 25, in the R-3 Zone. The board may vote on a variance or other relief for the property. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Docket ZB23-13, 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot 25, R-3 Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 21, 2023. The next scheduled meeting will take place on December 5, 2023.

• Cancellation of the November 21, 2023, regular council meeting

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a regular meeting on November 16, 2023, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda is limited to formal action, with no specific items listed. Public participation is available by phone.

• Regular meeting of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
• Meeting held via Zoom with call-in participation
• Formal action will be taken

City Council

The City Council will hold a second and final reading on several ordinances, including a redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street. The meeting also includes resolutions to amend the 2023 municipal budget to incorporate various state and federal grants.

• Ordinance adopting a redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street
• Resolution to purchase Fire-Dex turnout gear for $431,244.00
• Resolution awarding contract for concessions at Third Ward Memorial Park for $52,052.00
• Resolution to amend budget for NJDCA parking deck grant of $10,000,000
• Resolution to purchase two vehicles for parking enforcement for $43,570.00

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider a redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street and five development applications at various city locations. The board will also hear public comments on matters not related to the applications.

• Redevelopment Plan for 386-394 Monroe Street, Block 2172.01, Lots 13-16
• Application PB23-09: 230 Summer Street, Block 2186, Lot 17 (R-3 Zone)
• Application PB23-10: 568 and 564 River Drive, Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52, 24 (R-1 Zone)
• Application PB23-12: 112 Third Street, Block 1003, Lot 15 (R-3 Zone)
• Applications PB23-16 and PB23-17: 73-95 and 27-71 Eighth Street, Block 1029, Lots 1 & 13 (ERA Zone)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider three applications for variances at 110-112 Madison Street, 329 Howe Avenue, and 8 De Groot Place, all in the R-3 Zone, and a resolution regarding 151 Marietta Avenue. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Docket ZB22-08: 110-112 Madison Street, Block 4090, Lots 26 & 28, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-04: 329 Howe Avenue, Block 3272, Lot 44, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-06: 8 De Groot Place, Block 2191.01, Lot 8, R-3 Zone
• Resolution for 151 Marietta Avenue (ZB23-09), Block 1322.01, Lot 5

City Council

The City Council will conduct second and final readings for redevelopment plans at 386-394 Monroe Street and 217 Brook Avenue. The meeting also includes resolutions for numerous professional service contracts, vaccine purchases, and grant acceptances.

• Final reading of redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street
• Final reading of amended redevelopment plan for 217 Brook Avenue
• Contract award to DMR Architects for $30,000.00
• Contract award to Curt J. Geisler, LLC for Municipal Court Public Defender up to $30,000.00
• Emergency purchase of COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna for $24,962.55

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board's regular meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on November 16, 2023 via Zoom. Formal action will be taken at that meeting.

• Meeting of October 19, 2023 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for November 16, 2023 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom
• Public can call in at 929-436-2866, meeting ID 843 6428 4142

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on October 17, 2023, to consider two applications: Docket #ZB23-10 at 40 Fourth Street (R-3 Zone) and Docket #ZB23-12 at 100 High Street (R-1A Zone). No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda.

• Docket #ZB23-10, 40 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-12, 100 High Street, Block 3231, Lot 1, R-1A Zone District

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding real property sales, parking regulations, and vehicle storage. The agenda also includes resolutions for various municipal contracts and grant acceptances.

• Ordinance 2411-23 to authorize the sale of real property at Block 5000.03 Lot 1.03
• Resolution awarding $330,053.00 to Marini Brothers Construction for Columbia Ave. & Jefferson Street parking lot improvement
• Resolution awarding $883,000.00 HUD Community Project Funding grant acceptance
• Resolution awarding $322,078.00 to Daktronics for six LED message boards
• Resolution awarding $350,000 contract for General Legal Counsel to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider two applications for properties in the R-3 Zone. The board will hear Docket #ZB23-10 for 40 Fourth Street and Docket #ZB23-11 for 1 Van Buren Street. No decisions have been made; the items are listed for discussion and public hearing.

• Docket #ZB23-10, 40 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-11, 1 Van Buren Street, Block 4070, Lot 1, R-3 Zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider routine police reports, state notices of charges, and multiple resolutions to renew inactive liquor licenses or issue a new license. The board will also vote to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Police report on D'Bar Liquors, 898 Main Ave
• Notice of charges against Francisco O Lozano t/a Jalapeno Mexican Grill Restaurant
• Resolution to issue a new license to MAAA Holdings LLC, 267 Oak Street
• Resolutions to renew inactive licenses for MAAA Holdings, Taqueria Los Amigos VM LLC, Jefe Group LLC, and LM Associates Inc
• Renewal resolution for plenary retail consumption licenses for 2023-2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on March 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The board will consider one application, Docket ZB24-01, for properties at 363-365 Main Avenue in the R-1A zone district. The agenda includes standard items like roll call and old/new business, but the main item is this zoning application.

• Docket ZB24-01: 363-365 Main Avenue, Block 3232, Lot(s) 36, R-1A Zone District

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding parking changes, property sales, and redevelopment plans. The agenda also includes resolutions for purchasing police vehicles, equipment, and professional services.

• Purchase of three 2023 Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles for $145,498.89
• Contract for engineering services with Neglia Engineering Group for $187,200.00
• Resolution for emergency repair of traffic signal at Main Avenue and Harrison Street for $28,658.44
• Ordinance to create additional metered parking in the city
• Adoption of a redevelopment plan for 386-394 Monroe Street

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several redevelopment plans, including areas for Market Street and Fourth Street. The agenda also includes resolutions for various city contracts, tax appeal settlements, and grant applications.

• Adoption of redevelopment plans for 113 & 9/99-107 Fourth Street, 162-164 President Street, and Market Street
• Resolution to accept a $728,740.00 grant from NJACCHO for public health infrastructure
• Contract award of $179,500.00 for emergency sanitary sewer repair at Essex Street and 3rd Street
• Contract award of $156,900.00 for the demolition of 69 Jefferson Street
• Resolution authorizing a $201,625.73 technology upgrade for the Health Department

The City Council adopted four ordinances on second reading, including three redevelopment plans and one amendment to disabled parking designations. The council also approved the meeting minutes from July 6 and July 19, 2023.

• Approved meeting minutes for July 6, 2023 and July 19, 2023
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2406-23: Redevelopment plan for Block 1003 Lots 6 & 20
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2407-23: Redevelopment plan for Block 4062 Lot 18
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2408-23: Redevelopment plan for Market Street Redevelopment Plan Area
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2409-23: Amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to discuss a new redevelopment plan for Market Street and hear four development applications at specific addresses. The board will also vote on resolutions, including awarding a contract for a board engineer and adopting redevelopment plans for properties on President and Fourth Streets, plus a preliminary study for Monroe Street. Public comment is scheduled for non-application matters.

• Redevelopment Plan: Market Street
• Application PB22-22: 290-292 Gregory Avenue (R-3 Zone)
• Application PB23-06: 247-249 Lexington Avenue (OR Zone)
• Application PB32-08: 262 Passaic Street (MX-2 Zone)
• Resolution Awarding Contract for Board Engineer

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider three applications for properties in the R-3 zone. The agenda lists docket numbers ZB22-08, ZB22-16, and ZB23-06, but provides no details on the specific requests or decisions. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider one new application and adopt one resolution. The board will hear Docket #ZB23-09 for a property at 151 Marietta Avenue in the R-2 Zone. A resolution will be adopted for the matter of Eteh Fischbein at 313 Van Houten Avenue (Docket ZB22-14).

• Public hearing on Docket #ZB23-09, 151 Marietta Avenue, Block 1322.01, Lot 5, in the R-2 Zone
• Resolution adoption for Eteh Fischbein at 313 Van Houten Avenue, Docket ZB22-14

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board is holding a regular virtual meeting to discuss redevelopment plans for properties on President Street and Fourth Street, a preliminary study for Monroe Street, and one application at 230 Summer Street. They will also consider a resolution regarding Market Street TIC I, L.L.C. for 1-11 South Market Street. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Redevelopment plan for Block 4062, Lot 18 (162-164 President Street)
• Redevelopment plan for Block 1003, Lots 6 & 20 (113 and 99-107 Fourth Street)
• Preliminary study for Block 2172.01, Lots 13-16 (386-394 Monroe Street)
• Application PB23-09 for 230 Summer Street (Block 2186, Lot 17) in R-3 Zone
• Resolution on Market Street TIC I, L.L.C. (1-11 South Market Street) Docket PB-19-19

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding disabled parking designations and a long-term tax exemption for 122-152 Eighth Street. The meeting also includes resolutions for various municipal contracts, including sewer improvements and vehicle purchases.

• Tax exemption and financial agreement with SFG Passaic Urban Renewal, LLC for 122-152 Eighth Street
• Contract for sanitary and storm sewer improvements with Your Way Construction Inc for $590,014.97
• Purchase and installation of outdoor security cameras at WIC-333 Passaic Street for $28,242.12
• Contract for road improvements on Pine, Gregory, Garden, and Columbia Avenues for $450,812.00
• Purchase of a new 2024 Isuzu refuse packer for $158,382.00

The City Council approved a long-term tax exemption and financial agreement for a property at 122-152 Eighth Street. Two ordinances regarding disabled parking designations were also passed. The council approved several event applications and a cash bond refund.

• Approved Ordinance 2403-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons
• Approved Ordinance 2404-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Approved Ordinance 2405-23 for long-term tax exemption for SFG Passaic Urban Renewal, LLC (Block 1024 Lot 17)
• Approved $2,000 cash bond refund to Carnival Tlaxcala de Passaic
• Approved raffle license application for Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church
• Approved Family Festival at Christopher Columbus Park (Aug 16-20)
• Approved World Breastfeeding Week Program at Senior/Recreation Building (Aug 3)
• Approved National Night Out at City Hall Court Yard (Aug 1)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider three docketed applications for property variances or approvals. The applications are at 53-55 Hoover Avenue, 40-44 Fourth Street, and 329 Howe Avenue. No decisions have been made; the board will discuss and possibly vote on these items.

• Docket ZB22-05: 53-55 Hoover Avenue, Block 4128, Lots 10 and 17, in the C Zone
• Docket ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, in the R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-04: 329 Howe Avenue, Block 3272, Lot 44, in the R-3 Zone

City Council

The City Council is meeting to officially adopt the 2023 municipal budget and hold a public hearing on the budget and tax resolution. The agenda also includes several resolutions for grant acceptances and various redevelopment plan adoptions.

• Adoption of the CY 2023 Municipal Budget
• Resolution to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Grant acceptance for UEZ Business District Surveillance Camera Project ($200,000)
• Grant acceptance for UEZ Carnie Bragg Park Phase 2 ($500,000)
• Contract award for two Ford Bronco Sport SUVs for Code Enforcement ($62,940.00)

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2401-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank. The council also approved several applications for community festivals and parades. A public hearing was held for the CY 2023 Budget Adoption resolution.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2401-23 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Approved Family Festival at Third Ward Park (Sept 7-10, 2023)
• Approved Peruvian Parade (July 30, 2023)
• Approved St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Annual Church Festival (Sept 17, 2023)
• Approved Christian Pentecostal Church outdoor worship services (Aug 22, 24, 25, 2023)
• Approved Our Lady of Fatima Picnic/Kermes (Aug 20, 2023)
• Approved La Gran Parrillada Picnic Festival (Sept 3, 2023)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to hear seven development applications, including a redevelopment approval extension for 1 Market Street and several site plans in various zones. The board will also consider resolutions for three prior applications, including one for Artistic Fence Co. at 715-765 Old River Drive. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• 1 Market Street - Redevelopment Approval Extension
• Docket PB22-19, 34-38 6th Avenue, Block 3222.05, Lot 16, R-2 Zone
• Docket PB23-02, 35 Linden Street, Block 3246, Lot 49, R-3 Zone
• Docket PB23-09, 230 Summer Street, Block 2186, Lot 17, R-3 Zone
• Resolution for Artistic Fence Co. (715-765 Old River Drive) Docket PB-22-04

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on July 11, 2023. The agenda includes one application: Docket #ZB22-16 for 40-44 Fourth Street. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Docket #ZB22-16: application for property at 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 101, Lot 3, in the R-3 Zone

City Council

The City Council is conducting a reorganization meeting to administer oaths of office to newly elected council members. The agenda also includes the nomination of a Council President and several applications for local events and licenses.

• Oath of office for Maritza Colón-Montañez, Thania Melo, Chaim M. Munk, and Gary S. Schaer
• Nomination and seating of Council President for the term July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024
• Entertainment License application for Anybody Can Get It t/a Little Dubai
• Summer camp applications for Sunny Smiles Summer Camp at Third Ward, Pulaski, and Christopher Columbus Parks
• Event applications for a Walk/Run in Third Ward Park and a Community Event in School No. 11 Park

The City Council swore in four council members-elect and designated Gary S. Schaer as Council President for a one-year term. The council also appointed representatives to the Planning Board and Redevelopment Agency and authorized official newspapers for the upcoming year.

• Designated Gary S. Schaer as City Council President for term July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Designated Daniel Schwartz as representative to the Planning Board for term July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Consented to the appointment of Chaim Munk to the Passaic Redevelopment Agency for term July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 (7-0)
• Authorized North Jersey Herald News, The Record, El Especial/Especialito, and Poder Latino USA as official newspapers (7-0)
• Approved entertainment license application for Anybody Can Get It t/a Little Dubai (7-0)
• Approved applications for Sunny Smiles Summer Camp, Coaches Association of Passaic, Doing It in the Park, Carnaval Tlxcala de Passaic, and Peruvian Parade Inc (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider five applications for variances or other zoning relief. The dockets involve properties on Fourth Street, Broadway, De Groot Place, Hoover Avenue, and Madison Street in various zone districts. No decisions have been made; the board will discuss and may vote on each application.

• Docket ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-05: 147-149 Broadway, Block 2203, Lots 6 & 7, CR Zone District
• Docket ZB23-06: 8 De Groot Place, Block 2191.01, Lot 8, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB22-05: 53-55 Hoover Avenue, Block 4128, Lots 10 & 17, C Zone
• Docket ZB22-08: 110-112 Madison Street, Block 4090, Lots 26 & 28, R-3 Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council will vote on resolutions including a shared services agreement with Passaic County for senior transportation, a $64,900 contract for Colonel Johnson Park improvements, and a property tax waiver for 413-417 Paulison Ave. They will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending disabled parking designations and consider several event permit applications.

• Shared services agreement with Passaic County for senior transportation services
• $64,900 contract awarded to French & Parrello Associates for Colonel Johnson Park design and construction management
• Resolution to waive property taxes for real property at 413-417 Paulison Ave
• Purchase of one 2023 Ford Edge SE AWD for Code Enforcement at $36,077.45
• Ordinance amending restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate number

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending restricted parking designations for disabled persons. It also approved a shared services agreement with Passaic County for senior and disability transportation and granted several permits for community events and licenses.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2402-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-06-196 for a shared services agreement with Passaic County for three Para-Transit vehicles (6-0)
• Approved limousine license application for Angala Private Transportation
• Approved farm stand application for City Green INC (July 27, Aug 31, Sept 28, Oct 26)
• Approved flag raising applications for Amigos Colombianos De Passaic, United Puerto Rican Council, Rana Samaj USA, and Alianza Ecuatoriana de Passaic
• Approved religious procession application for St Anthony of Padua Church (July 16)
• Approved prayer walk application for The Fountain Church (Sept 16)
• Approved $2,000 cash bond refund to LOCRO for Pride Festival

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing new liquor licenses for MAAA Holdings LLC and WFB Pubs Corporation, and approving renewals for plenary retail consumption, distribution, and club licenses for the 2023-2024 licensing year. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• New license for MAAA Holdings LLC at 267 Oak Street, Passaic (License No. 1607-33-001-003)
• New license for WFB Pubs Corporation, mailing address 123 Town Square Place, Suite 107, Jersey City (License No. 1607-33-102-004)
• Renewal of plenary retail consumption licenses for 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 terms
• Renewal of plenary retail distribution licenses for 2023-2024 term
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters

City Council

The City Council is introducing the CY 2023 municipal budget and an ordinance to establish a cap bank. The agenda also includes several ordinances for second and final readings, as well as various contract awards and grant applications.

• Ordinance to add a stop sign at the Carlton Place and Spring Street intersection
• Resolution to purchase 24 bulletproof vests and carriers for $35,186.40
• Resolution to upgrade police department radio room hardware and software for $195,135.73
• Resolution to award a contract for roof replacement at Forstman Library for $104,500.00
• Resolution to accept a $922,775.00 NJDOT Municipal Aid Program grant

The City Council adopted three ordinances concerning traffic signs, disabled parking designations, and city code organization. The council also approved several applications for community events and picnics in city parks.

• Approved Ordinance 2398-23 to add a stop sign at the Carlton Place intersection of Spring Street
• Approved Ordinance 2399-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Approved Ordinance 2400-23 amending city code sections 5-5 and 5-10 regarding organization and regular meetings
• Approved meeting minutes for April 10, April 27, May 11, and May 23, 2023
• Approved $2,000 cash bond refund to Passaic African American Celebration Committee
• Approved application for 8th Grade Field Day at Christopher Columbus (contingent on departmental approvals)
• Approved Veterans Stand Down Resource Event at Armory Park and Festival & Fireworks at Casimir Pulaski Park
• Approved various park applications for Nefesh Inspired, St Joseph R.C. Church, and Passaic Preparatory Academy

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider multiple site applications and resolutions. The agenda includes requests for redevelopment extensions and specific docket reviews for properties on 6th Avenue, Linden Street, and Summer Street.

• Redevelopment approval extension for 1 Market Street
• Docket #PB22-19: 34-38 6th Avenue (R-2 Zone)
• Docket #PB23-02: 35 Linden Street (R-3 Zone)
• Docket #PB23-09: 230 Summer Street (R-3 Zone)
• Resolutions regarding Artistic Fence Co, 287 Monroe Street Associates, and Thor 153 Linden Street LLC

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on June 6, 2023. The board will hear three applications: Docket #ZB22-16 at 40-44 Fourth Street (R-3 Zone), Docket #ZB23-05 at 147-149 Broadway (CR Zone District), and Docket #ZB23-06 at 8 De Groot Place (R-3 Zone). The meeting also includes scheduling future meeting dates from July 2023 to January 2024.

• Docket #ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-05: 147-149 Broadway, Block 2203, Lots 6 & 7, CR Zone District
• Docket #ZB23-06: 8 De Groot Place, Block 2191.01, Lot 8, R-3 Zone
• Scheduling of meeting dates for July 2023 through January 2024

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority of Passaic has rescheduled its regular meeting from May 17 to May 24, 2023, at 7:00 PM, to be held via Zoom. The notice provides the meeting link and dial-in information. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from May 17 to May 24, 2023
• Meeting to be held via Zoom with provided link and phone number

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to hear three zoning applications and consider two resolutions. The applications involve properties on Hoover Avenue, Fourth Street, and Central Avenue, while the resolutions concern Kol Yeshurun on Broadway and the Hodes property on Bond Street. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Docket #ZB22-05: 53-55 Hoover Avenue, Block 4128, Lots 10 and 17, C Zone
• Docket #ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB22-17: 138 Central Avenue, Block 4108, Lot 33.01, R-3 Zone
• Resolution: Kol Yeshurun, 534, 538-548 Broadway, Docket #ZB22-18
• Resolution: Michael and Lisa Hodes, 65 Bond Street, Docket #ZB23-01

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider resolutions awarding a $1.15 million contract to Motorola Solutions for a new two-way radio system for police and fire, a $157,600 contract for Main Avenue culvert safety improvements, and a $109,500 contract for flood hazard analysis at the NJ Transit underpass. The council will also hold a public hearing on two ordinances: one amending disabled parking designations and another updating the towing and storage fee schedule. Several special event applications and routine reports are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to purchase new two-way radio system for police and fire from Motorola Solutions for $1,148,000
• Resolution awarding $157,600 contract for Main Avenue culvert safety improvements to Senco Metals
• Resolution awarding $109,500 contract for local flood hazard mitigation analysis at Passaic Avenue NJ Transit underpass to Matrix New World Engineering
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2397-23 amending the city's towing and storage fee schedule
• Tax refund resolutions: $6,504.23 for 18-20 Lexington Ave and $7,242.60 for 97 Jefferson Street

The City Council accepted the 2023 preliminary budget and approved two ordinances regarding disabled parking and towing fees. The body also approved several permits for community events and religious processions.

• Accepted 2023 preliminary budget (6-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2396-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2397-23 amending towing and storage fee schedule (6-0)
• Approved graduation and academic celebration permits for Passaic Arts & Science High Charter and Sallie D. Gamble School No. 16 (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved various event permits including Juneteenth, Memorial Day Parade, and religious processions (6-0)
• Approved reappointment of Henry Navarro to the Passaic Housing Authority (6-0)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 18, 2023, at 4:15 PM via Zoom. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate; no specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions, including a person-to-person transfer of a liquor license at 952 Main Ave, a place-to-place transfer for a license moving to 64 & 64½ Lexington Ave, and a renewal of an inactive license. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 160744-118-006 from Shanik Liquors Inc. to He Hari Hari LLC at 952 Main Ave
• Place-to-place transfer of License No. 1607-33-027-014 from pocket license to 64 & 64½ Lexington Ave
• Place-to-place transfer of License No. 1607-33-147-009 from El Alamo at 262 Passaic St to Angie Mexican Restaurant & Bar at 834 Main Ave
• Renewal of inactive License No. 1607-33-027-014 for Lena Y Carbon Rico Inc.
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance updating disabled parking designations. They will also vote on resolutions including a $486,500 emergency sanitary sewer contract with Delgado Brothers, a $45,600 storm inlet cleaning machine rental, and several grant applications. The agenda includes routine communications about community events and a closed executive session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Ordinance 2395-23 amending disabled parking designations (second reading)
• Resolution authorizing $486,500 emergency on-call sanitary sewer contract with Delgado Brothers
• Resolution authorizing $45,600 rental of a tandem axle vac con machine from Pierce Eagle Equipment
• Resolution accepting a $1,930.14 donation from Pitch In for Baseball Equipment Grant Program
• Resolution authorizing submission for FY2024 NJDOT Pedestrian Safety Grant

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending restricted parking designations for disabled persons. It also authorized a $486,500 emergency contract for sanitary sewer services. Several community event applications and official communications were approved and placed on file.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2395-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Approved $486,500 emergency contract for Delgado Brothers for sanitary sewer services (July 1-Dec 31, 2022)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved event applications for International Dance Day, Mayor’s Baseball Special/Alumni, Mother’s Day Painting, and Mayor’s Family Bike Ride
• Approved event applications for a school field trip, indoor prayer service, charity food give-away, and a bonfire
• Approved application for YBH of Passaic Field Day/Color War
• Removed resolution for closed executive session from the agenda

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider four zoning applications and one resolution. The agenda includes items at 112 Third Street, 204 Myrtle Avenue, 110-112 Madison Street, and 115 President Street, all in the R-3 zone, plus a resolution for 82 Market Street.

• Docket ZB23-02: 112 Third Street, Block 1003, Lot 15, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-03: 204 Myrtle Avenue, Block 2181, Lot 17, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB22-08: 110-112 Madison Street, Block 4090, Lots 26 & 28, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB22-11: 115 President Street, Block 4064, Lot 28, R-3 Zone
• Resolution: Serago Properties LLC, 82 Market Street, Docket ZB-22-15

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider several land use applications. The agenda also includes the consideration of two specific resolutions regarding properties on Walnut Street and Broadway.

• Application for 290-292 Gregory Avenue (R-3 Zone)
• Application for 287 Monroe Street in Main Avenue Redevelopment Area
• Application for 715-765 (Old) River Drive (M-1 Zone)
• Application for 153-215 Linden Street (M-1/M-2 Zone)
• Resolutions regarding 9-11 Walnut Street and 373 Broadway/38 Delaware Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including updates to the towing fee schedule, parking fees for electric vehicles, and disabled parking designations. The council will also vote on resolutions to support a cannabis business license application, accept a recreation grant, and designate a Fourth Street area for rehabilitation. Several routine items and a closed executive session are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2392-23 amending the towing and storage fee schedule
• Ordinance 2393-23 adding electric vehicle parking spaces to the payment-in-lieu-of-parking fee structure
• Resolution 24 supporting Urbin Distribution LLC's cannabis business license application
• Resolution 22 designating 113 & 99-107 Fourth Street as an area in need of rehabilitation
• Resolution 18 awarding $46,902.04 for recreation sports equipment and uniforms

The City Council approved three ordinances regarding towing fee schedules, electric vehicle parking fees, and disabled parking designations. The council also approved several event applications and a contract for recreation sports equipment.

• Approved Ordinance 2392-23 amending the Towing and Storage Fee Schedule
• Approved Ordinance 2393-23 adding electric vehicle parking spaces to PIP fees
• Approved Ordinance 2394-23 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate
• Approved February 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved procession application for Kehlias Eitz Chaim on May 21, 2023
• Approved informational session application for Ukraine Congress Committee on April 30, 2023
• Approved 2023 New Entertainment License for The Crowne Place Corp LLC
• Approved Resolution 23-04-129 awarding contract for 2023-2024 Recreation Sports Equipment and Supplies

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular virtual meeting on April 25, 2023, to consider seven applications for zoning relief. The dockets involve properties in various zones, including R-3, C, CR, and R-2. Public review of the applications is available online or by appointment.

• Docket ZB22-17: 138 Central Avenue, Block 4108, Lot 33.01 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB23-02: 112 Third Street, Block 1003, Lot 15 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB23-03: 204 Myrtle Avenue, Block 2181, Lot 17 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB22-05: 53-55 Hoover Avenue, Block 4128, Lots 10 & 17 (C Zone)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a regular meeting via Zoom to consider three liquor license transfers and a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The transfers include a person-to-person transfer of Danny's Liquor at 268 Monroe Street and two pocket license transfers. No other substantive business is listed.

• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-44-084-003 from Perez Liquors LLC to Maya Reyan Inc for Danny's Liquor at 268 Monroe Street
• Place-to-place transfer of License No. 1607-33-046-009 from ELBJ LLC to ELBJ t/a Platinum LLC at 426 Van Houten Ave
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-007-008 from bankruptcy trustee Donald V. Blase to La Casona Café Restaurant LLC
• Resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider several site applications and preliminary investigations. The agenda includes discussions regarding an area in need of rehabilitation on Fourth Street and various docketed applications for properties on Willet Street, 6th Avenue, Broadway, Delaware Ave, and Linden Street.

• Preliminary investigation for Area in Need of Rehabilitation: 113 & 99-107 Fourth Street
• Application for 61 Willet Street (Docket #PB22-12)
• Application for 34-38 6th Avenue (Docket #PB22-19)
• Application for 373 Broadway & 32 Delaware Ave (Docket #PB23-01)
• Resolutions regarding 2-12 South Market Street and 99-111 Passaic Street

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions including a $2.97 million affordable housing agreement, acceptance of a $365,000 state road grant, and a $50,000 baseball grant. Also up for a vote are contracts for street sweeper purchase, fireworks display, geese control, and a roof replacement change order. A second-reading ordinance corrects a scrivener's error in the early voting ordinance.

• Resolution authorizing $2,970,000 in HOME-ARPA funds for affordable housing at 312-328 Broadway
• Resolution accepting $365,000 NJDOT Local Aid Infrastructure Fund for Myrtle Avenue roadway improvements
• Resolution awarding $327,849.60 for a new Elgin Pelican street sweeper
• Resolution awarding $18,500 for fireworks displays to Serpico Pyrotechnics and Starfire Corporation
• Ordinance for second reading correcting scrivener's error in early voting ordinance (No. 2391-23)

The Council authorized nearly $3M in HOME ARP funds for a 56-unit apartment building on Broadway. They also approved several grant applications for public safety, health, and infrastructure, and passed an ordinance to correct an early voting error.

• Approved $2,970,000 in HOME ARP funds for affordable housing at 312-328 Broadway
• Adopted Ordinance 2391-23 to correct a scrivener's error regarding early voting
• Approved $365,000 NJDOT grant for Myrtle Avenue Roadway Improvement Project
• Awarded $327,849.60 contract to W.E. Timmerman Equipment Company for a street sweeper
• Approved $37,220 grant for Ryan White Part A and Minority AIDS Initiative
• Awarded $32,240 contract to Geese Chasers for geese control services
• Approved $19,486.90 and $19,762.77 contracts to GTBM for police vehicle up-fitting
• Authorized municipal support for Garden Society NJ LLC cannabis business licensure

Redevelopment Agency

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Passaic Redevelopment Agency for April 6, 2023, has been canceled.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to hear five applications for variances or other zoning relief. The docket includes properties on Fourth Street, Bond Street, Third Street, Myrtle Avenue, and Central Avenue. No decisions have been made; the board will discuss and may vote on each application.

• Docket ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-01: 65 Bond Street, Block 3289.01, Lot 6, R-2 Zone
• Docket ZB23-02: 112 Third Street, Block 1003, Lot 15, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-03: 204 Myrtle Avenue, Block 2181, Lot 17, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB22-17: 138 Central Avenue, Block 4108, Lot 33.01, R-3 Zone

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular virtual meeting on March 28, 2023, to consider four zoning applications. The board will hear requests for properties on Fourth Street, Bond Street, Third Street, and Myrtle Avenue. No decisions are noted in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion and possible action.

• Docket #ZB22-16: 40-44 Fourth Street, Block 1014, Lot 19, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-01: 65 Bond Street, Block 3289.01, Lot 6, R-2 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-02: 112 Third Street, Block 1003, Lot 15, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB23-03: 204 Myrtle Avenue, Block 2181, Lot 17, R-3 Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 21, 2023, with a full agenda that includes final votes on five ordinances, one of which would require lead-based paint inspections in rental dwellings. The council will also consider numerous resolutions, including contract awards for playground mulch, sewer repair, and electrical work, as well as tax refunds and settlements. Several items are routine or procedural, such as proclamations, reports, and meeting notices.

• Ordinance 2386-23: require inspection of rental dwellings for lead-based paint hazards (final reading)
• Resolution 27: emergency sanitary sewer repair on Paulison Avenue and River Drive, awarded to Your Way Construction for $50,600
• Resolution 36: settle tax appeals (North 13th Holdings LLC, Passaic Medical Plaza LLC) for $76,367.50
• Resolution 24: award contract for playground mulch, infield clay, and topsoil to Natures Choice Corp. ($20,490) and DTS Trucking ($4,250)
• Resolution 48: honorary designation 'Leiva/Tolentino Way' for EMS building driveway at 54 Grove Street

The City Council adopted five ordinances, including a requirement for lead-based paint inspections in rental dwellings. The body also approved multiple service contracts, grant applications for youth sports, and designated an honorary way for fallen first responders.

• Adopted Ordinance 2386-23 requiring lead-based paint inspections for rental dwellings
• Adopted Ordinance 2387-23 regarding restricted parking for disabled persons
• Adopted Ordinance 2388-23 regarding nude or nearly nude activity
• Adopted Ordinance 2389-23 adding 'lewd or immoral activity' to entertainment code
• Adopted Ordinance 2390-23 regarding massage and bodywork establishment penalties
• Awarded $20,490 contract for playground mulch to Natures Choice and $4,250 for clay/topsoil to DTS Trucking
• Awarded $50,000 contract to RES Advisors for Home American Rescue Plan funding consulting
• Designated the EMS building driveway at 54 Grove Street as 'Leiva/Tolentino Way'

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider three zoning applications. The board will hear requests for properties on Madison Street, President Street, and Van Houten Avenue. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Docket #ZB22-08, 110-112 Madison Street, Block 4090, Lot 26 & 28, R3 Zone
• Docket #ZB22-11, 115 President Street, Block 4064, Lot 28, R-3 Zone
• Docket #ZB22-14, 313 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3285, Lot 1, R-1 Zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider routine license renewals for the 2022-2023 licensing year, including a special ruling for an inactive license held by L M Associates Inc. The board will also vote on a resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Renewal resolution for plenary retail consumption licenses for the 2022-2023 term
• Extension of license to Carmen R. Velez DMM Inc at 201 Parker Avenue
• Special ruling to permit renewal of inactive license for L M Associates Inc (License No. 1607-33-053-007)
• Resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters

The provided document is a revised agenda for the March 16, 2023 meeting. It lists proposed resolutions for license renewals and a closed session, but does not record the final votes or outcomes of these items.

City Council

The Passaic City Council has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 9, 2023. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic Street, with hybrid in-person and virtual access via Zoom.

• Regular meeting of March 9, 2023 cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 21, 2023 at 7:00 P.M.
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ
• Public can participate via Zoom link or call-in at 929-205-6099, meeting ID 898 9261 2341

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for March 9, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider five development applications, including a preliminary investigation for a rehabilitation area at 162-164 President Street and dockets for properties on Broadway, Gregory Avenue, South Market Street, and Passaic Street. The board will also vote on resolutions for 291-293 Oak Street and 164 President Street, and approve minutes from the February 1 meeting.

• Preliminary investigation for area in need of rehabilitation at Block 4062, Lot 18, 162-164 President Street
• Docket PB22-02: 147-149 Broadway, Block 2203, Lots 6 & 7, part of the Redevelopment Plan
• Docket PB22-22: 290-292 Gregory Avenue, Block 2160, Lot 54, in the R-3 Zone
• Docket PB23-03: 2-12 South Market Street, Block 1030, Lot 43, in the Eastside Redevelopment Area
• Docket PB23-05: 99-111 Passaic Street, Block 5000.02, Lot 1, in the CR-HD Zone District

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding two public hearings to gather comment on grant applications for improvements to Third Ward Veterans Memorial, including a rubberized path and playground upgrades. The council will also vote on ordinances, resolutions, and licenses, including several contracts and grant acceptances.

• Public hearings on Green Acres and NJDEP Urban Parks grant applications for Third Ward Veterans Memorial improvements
• Ordinances to add parking prohibitions on portions of Third Street and Dwas Line Road
• Resolution accepting $480,189 lead remediation grant from NJ Department of Community Affairs
• Resolution accepting $195,135.73 Next Generation 911 grant from NJ Office of Information Technology
• Contract awards: $89,685 for 8th Street roadway design, $43,712 for a 2023 Ford F-150, $35,640 for firefighter PPE

The City Council adopted three ordinances regarding disabled parking and traffic prohibitions on Third Street and Dwas Line Road. The council also approved multiple contracts for city vehicles, electronic signage, and engineering services, and authorized several grant applications for park and safety improvements.

• Adopted Ordinance 2383-23 amending disabled parking designations
• Adopted Ordinance 2384-23 prohibiting parking on a portion of Third Street
• Adopted Ordinance 2385-23 prohibiting parking on a portion of Dwas Line Road
• Awarded $89,685 contract to French & Parrello Associates for 8th Street roadway improvements
• Awarded $43,712 contract to Koch 33 Ford for a 2023 Ford F-150 Responder
• Awarded $51,068 contract to Nielsen Ford for a 2022 Ford Explorer
• Awarded $18,000 contract to Signarama of Clifton for military outdoor banners
• Approved $158,400 contract for professional engineering services with Neglia Group

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider three applications, all carried over from previous sessions. The board will hear requests for variances related to a subdivision, a home expansion, and a new four-story building. Public comment will be taken for items not on the agenda.

• Docket #ZB22-05: Subdivision of 53-55 Hoover Avenue into two lots, with utility and parking easements, requiring multiple setback variances.
• Docket #ZB22-14: Expansion of a one-family home at 313 Van Houten Avenue, requiring rear and side yard setback variances.
• Docket #ZB22-17: Construction of a four-story building with two-family home and parking garage at 138 Central Avenue, requiring front, rear, and parking setback variances.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of Passaic is holding its regular meeting on February 16, 2023, at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda contains only procedural notice for the meeting, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussions specified. Public participation is available by phone.

• Regular meeting held via Zoom on February 16, 2023 at 4:15 p.m.
• Public call-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID #847-3353-0766

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The board will consider a resolution to rescind a prior resolution regarding DMM Inc LLC's liquor license, and will also meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The meeting includes roll call, pledge, and approval of past minutes.

• Resolution to rescind Resolution 026-22 regarding DMM Inc LLC, License No 1607-33-061-009
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters
• Approval of minutes from Feb 17, 2022; Mar 29, 2022; Apr 14, 2022; May 19, 2022

Parking Authority

This notice announces the cancellation of the Parking Authority's re-organization meeting originally scheduled for July 20, 2022, and lists upcoming meeting dates. The next meeting is set for February 15, 2023, with a regular meeting on March 15, 2023, both at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. No agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Cancellation of July 20, 2022 re-organization meeting
• Next meeting: February 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Regular meeting: March 15, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on a redevelopment plan for several properties on Main Avenue and Oak Street, and will also consider amendments to disabled parking designations. The agenda includes numerous routine resolutions, including emergency sewer repair contracts, fire truck repairs, and a settlement agreement, plus several ordinances for introduction.

• Ordinance 2381-23: adopt redevelopment plan for Block 2173, Lots 9, 12, 14, 19 & 26 (813-819 Main Ave., 821 Main Ave., 823 Main Ave., 254 Oak St., 258-268 Oak St.)
• Emergency sewer repair contracts: $86,234.10 (58 Bond St.), $49,516.40 (469 Paulison Ave.), $26,596.80 (423 Van Houten Ave.), $7,000.00 (cleaning between Hudson and Mercer Sts.)
• Fire truck repairs: $661,209.36 for 2016 Spartan aerial (Engine 1), $33,171.64 for 2005 Pierce (Engine 3)
• Settlement agreement in Carlton Cartwright v. City of Passaic (PAS-L-3285-19)
• Ordinances to prohibit parking on portions of Third Street and Dwas Line Road

The City Council adopted a redevelopment plan for Block 2173 and amended disabled parking designations. They approved several emergency sewer repair contracts and a major contract for fire truck repairs following Hurricane Ida. The council also authorized grant applications for public art and firefighter assistance.

• Adopted redevelopment plan for Block 2173 Lots 9, 12, 14, 19 & 26
• Approved $661,209.36 contract to Spartan Motors, LLC for Engine 1 fire truck repair
• Approved $33,171.64 contract to Fire & Safety Services for Engine 3 fire truck repair
• Approved emergency sewer repair payments to Your Way Construction totaling $172,347.30 across four sites
• Authorized grant application for $1M Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge
• Appointed Weatherly Frias as Local Registrar of Vital Statistics
• Approved three carnival agreements with McDaniel Brothers Shows for 2023
• Amended disabled parking designations by NJ license plate number (Ordinance 2382-22)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will meet virtually on February 1, 2023, to consider a Redevelopment Plan for five lots on Block #2173, a warehouse proposal at 61 Willet Avenue, and a mixed-use residential/commercial building at 291-293 Oak Street. The board will also vote on resolutions for two previously heard properties.

• Redevelopment Plan for Block #2173, Lots 9, 12, 14, 19 & 26 — previously designated as an Area in Need of Redevelopment
• Docket #PB22-12: 61 Willet Avenue — Walbri Properties seeks site plan approval to build a 7,442 sq ft, 1-story commercial warehouse; requires lot combination and variances for setbacks in Clifton (first appearance)
• Docket #PB22-20: 291-293 Oak Street — applicant seeks approval to combine three lots and build a 4-story building with ground-floor retail, 24 parking spaces, 21 two-bedroom and 3 three-bedroom units; requires a parking variance
• Resolutions scheduled for Block #2184, Lot 15 (180 Summer Street) and Block #2173, Lots 9, 12, 14, 19 & 26

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on March 1, 2023, to consider five applications, including a preliminary investigation for a rehabilitation area at 162-164 President Street and four docket applications at various locations. The board will also vote on resolutions for two matters: 291-293 Oak Street and Block 4062, Lot 18. Public comment will be heard before new business.

• Preliminary investigation for Area in Need of Rehabilitation at Block 4062, Lot 18 (162-164 President Street)
• Docket PB22-02: 147-149 Broadway, Block 2203, Lots 6 & 7 (part of Redevelopment Plan)
• Docket PB22-22: 290-292 Gregory Avenue, Block 2160, Lot 54 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket PB23-03: 2-12 South Market Street, Block 1030, Lot 43 (Eastside Redevelopment Area)
• Docket PB23-05: 99-111 Passaic Street, Block 5000.02, Lot 1 (CR-HD Zone District)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 24, 2023, with public hearings on four ordinances, including one to authorize non-partisan early voting and another to adopt a redevelopment plan for properties on Main Avenue and Oak Street. The council will also vote on resolutions awarding contracts for emergency sewer repairs on Madison Street, a risk management consultant, and other routine items. Several items are routine and will be enacted by one motion unless a council member requests separate consideration.

• Ordinance No. 2377-23: Authorizes municipal non-partisan early voting.
• Ordinance No. 2379-23: Relocates bus stops on Dayton Avenue.
• Resolution: Emergency sewer repairs on Madison Street (Montana Construction, $50,522.17, $42,500.00, $45,000.00).
• Resolution: Contract with Foley Cat for emergency repair and rental of payloader ($54,868.48 and $41,996.70).
• Ordinance: Adopts redevelopment plan for Block 2173, Lots 9, 12, 14, 19 & 26 (813-819 Main Ave., etc.).

The City Council approved an ordinance authorizing municipal non-partisan early voting. They also awarded three emergency sewer repair contracts to Montana Construction and authorized funding for HIV/AIDS housing assistance.

• Approved Ordinance 2377-23 authorizing municipal non-partisan early voting
• Approved Ordinance 2378-22 amending 'No Stopping or Standing' vehicle schedules
• Approved Ordinance 2379-22 to delete and relocate bus stops on Dayton Avenue
• Approved Ordinance 2380-22 amending restricted disabled parking designations
• Awarded three emergency sewer repair contracts on Madison Street to Montana Construction totaling $138,022.17
• Accepted $82,500 in funding from the City of Paterson for the HOPWA housing program
• Authorized $100,000 grant application for Colonel Johnson Park Improvements
• Authorized $100,000 total to settle two civil actions (PAS-L-3664-16 and PAS-L-2153-20)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding its reorganization meeting, including electing a chairperson for 2023. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including a person-to-person transfer of a liquor license, renewals, and a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Resolution to appoint chairperson for 2023
• Person-to-person transfer of license no. 1607-33-046-009 from Factory of Entertainment, LLC (373 Broadway) to ELBJ LLC
• Renewal resolution for plenary retail consumption licenses for 2022-2023
• Resolution for extension of license to Donald V. Blase, Trustee in Chapter 7 bankruptcy
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters

Redevelopment Agency

The Redevelopment Agency meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 12, 2023, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances, including one adopting a redevelopment plan for 312-328 Broadway. They will also vote on resolutions for tax matters, contracts, and appointments, and introduce an ordinance to authorize early voting. The meeting includes routine items like entertainment license renewals and a closed executive session.

• Ordinance 2376-22: Adopt redevelopment plan for 312-328 Broadway (Block 3272.01 Lot 11)
• Ordinance 2375-22: Amend police off-duty services fees
• Resolution: Refund $9,870.73 for tax overpayment at 948 Main Avenue
• Resolution: Purchase 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for $49,869.45
• Ordinance: Authorize municipal non-partisan early voting

The Council appointed Weatherly Frias as Acting Municipal Clerk and approved a $789,293 contract for Memorial Park improvements. Three ordinances regarding disabled parking, police off-duty services, and a redevelopment plan for 312-328 Broadway were adopted on final reading. The Council also approved several honorary deputy mayor appointments.

• Appointed Weatherly Frias as Acting Municipal Clerk (6-0)
• Approved $789,293 contract for Memorial Park parking lot, tennis courts, and baseball field improvements (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2374-22 amending restricted parking for disabled persons (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2375-22 amending police off-duty services payment and fees (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2376-22 redevelopment plan for 312-328 Broadway (6-0)
• Approved $49,869.45 purchase of one 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $41,000 revised contract for DMR Architects LLC (6-0)
• Appointed Minnie Hiller-Cousins, Edwin Garcia, and Jean Miguel Duran as Honorary Deputy Mayors (6-0)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will consider a redevelopment plan for Broadway and a site plan for an addition at 161 Jefferson Street. The board will also review resolutions regarding Main Avenue, Oak Street, and Broadway.

• Redevelopment Plan recommendation for 312-328 Broadway (Block 3271.01, Lot 11)
• Site plan approval for T & J Food corporation at 161 Jefferson Street to add a two-story building addition
• Resolutions for 821-823 Main Avenue and 254 Oak Street (Block 2173, Lots 9, 12, & 19)
• Adoption of code to permit indoor farming in M-1 and M-2 zoning districts
• Amendment to home occupation definition to permit Uber/Lyft type services

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on January 3, 2023, to consider three variance applications and approve contracts for the board's attorney and planner. The board will decide on a tattoo parlor at 425 Van Houten Avenue, a home expansion at 313 Van Houten Avenue, and a lot merger for a new two-family home at 568 River Drive.

• Resolution awarding contract for Zoning Board Attorney
• Resolution awarding contract for Zoning Board Planner
• Docket ZB22-14: Variances for home expansion at 313 Van Houten Avenue
• Docket ZB22-06: Conditional use variance for tattoo parlor at 425 Van Houten Avenue (within 500 ft of church/school)
• Docket ZB22-07: Lot merger and variances for two-family home at 568 River Drive