Passaic public meetings in 2024

Parking Authority

The Parking Authority is establishing its meeting dates for the 2025 calendar year. All public meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.

• Resolution PA 24-12-03 establishing 2025 meeting dates
• January 15, 2025 Reorganization Meeting

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission holds a regular meeting to review and act on renewal applications for entertainment licenses from 19 establishments for 2026. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings, discuss pending litigation in closed session, and adopt a resolution setting 2026 meeting dates.

• Entertainment license renewal applications for 19 businesses including La Rancherita Bar, Ukranian Center, Silk Platinum Dollz, and others
• Resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Resolution setting ABC meeting dates for calendar year 2026

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on December 17, 2024. New business includes the 2024 Zoning Board Report, and a resolution concerning 11-13 Randolph Street (Block 3255, Lot 28) in the R-1 zone. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Resolution for property at 11-13 Randolph Street, Block 3255, Lot 28 in R-1 Zone
• Review of 2024 Zoning Board Report

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Rent Leveling Board and introduce an ordinance to amend the city code regarding rent stabilization. The body is also voting on several emergency sewer repairs and equipment purchases.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 231 from 'Rent Control' to 'Rent Stabilization'
• Contract for solar smart parking meters from POM Inc. for approximately $171,600.00
• Contract for vehicle chargers at the parking deck with Bryan Electric for $103,036.75
• Emergency sewer repairs on Howard Avenue ($15,576.00) and Brook Avenue ($20,301.00)
• Purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Fire Department for $52,686.00

The Passaic City Council introduced Ordinance 2474-24 on first reading, which would rename Chapter 231 from 'Rent Control' to 'Rent Stabilization' and add a new Section 23 'Rent Stabilization Act of 2025' capping annual rent increases at 8% for six years. A public hearing is scheduled for January 21, 2025. The council also approved a series of routine resolutions, including contracts for a lawn mower, a fire department vehicle, EV chargers, snow plowing, and solar parking meters, as well as several tax refunds. The resolution appointing members to the Rent Leveling Board was tabled to the January 7, 2025 meeting.

• Introduced Ordinance 2474-24 (Rent Stabilization Act of 2025) on first reading, capping annual rent increases at 8% (7-0)
• Approved $41,772.36 purchase of Groundsmaster 7210 lawn mower from Storr Tractor Co. (7-0)
• Approved $15,576.00 payment to Your Way Construction for emergency sewer repair on Howard Ave (7-0)
• Approved $20,301.00 payment to Your Way Construction for emergency sewer repair on Brook Ave (7-0)
• Approved $52,686.00 purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe for Fire Department (7-0)
• Approved $103,036.75 contract with Bryan Electric for 8 EV chargers at parking deck (7-0)
• Approved $171,600.00 contract with POM Inc. for 156 solar smart parking meters (7-0)
• Tabled Resolution 43B appointing Rent Leveling Board members to January 7, 2025 meeting

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 5, 2024, with a discussion on the Rent Leveling Board, public hearings on four ordinances, and votes on numerous resolutions. Key actions include approving a $13.4 million parking deck change order, purchasing fire and police equipment, and awarding contracts for tax appeal attorney, bond counsel, and risk management. The agenda also includes routine communications and reports from various city departments.

• Ordinance 2472-24 amending Chapter 278 (Limousines) to revise administrative fees and definitions
• Resolution 45 authorizing Change Order #4 and #5 for the parking deck at Passaic and State Street, increasing the contract to $13,409,252.20
• Resolution 34 purchasing fire department PPE (coats, pants, hoods, etc.) for $19,166.40 from New Jersey Fire Equipment Co.
• Resolution 35 authorizing equipment and installation to upfit two 2025 Ford Interceptor Utility AWD vehicles for $41,501.91 from GTBM
• Resolution 40 awarding tax appeal attorney contract to Boggia, Boggia & Betesh, LLC at $125/hour, not to exceed $150,000

The Passaic City Council adopted four ordinances on second reading, including amendments to vehicle and traffic regulations, bus stop locations, parking schedules, and limousine fees. The council also approved a series of resolutions, including change orders for the parking deck at Passaic and State Street, increasing the contract to $13,409,252.20, and awarded contracts for police vehicles, fire equipment, and professional services. A resolution authorizing a closed executive session was taken off the agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance 2469-24 amending Chapter 295 'Vehicles and Traffic' (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2470-24 removing a bus stop on Passaic Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2471-24 amending official parking schedules (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2472-24 revising limousine fees and definitions (unanimous)
• Approved Change Orders #4 and #5 for parking deck, raising contract to $13,409,252.20 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicles for $94,480.80 (unanimous)
• Approved $19,166.40 for four sets of Fire-Dex PPE turnout gear (unanimous)
• Approved $30,820.00 payment for emergency storm sewer repair on Oak & Tulip Streets (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider several agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes from April through September 2024, adoption of the 2025 meeting schedule, and public hearing on zoning applications. Key items include resolution extension requests for properties at 180 Summer Street and 14 Garden Street, and a new application for 301 Highland Avenue.

• Resolution extension request for Docket PB22-07 at 180 Summer Street (Block 2184 Lot 15, R-3 Zone)
• Resolution extension request for Docket PB22-02 at 14 Garden Street (Block 2154 Lot 33, C-R Zone)
• New application Docket PB24-11 for 301 Highland Avenue (Block 4103 Lot 39, R-3 Zone)
• Approval of meeting minutes from five prior meetings (April through September 2024)
• Planning Board 2025 schedule adoption

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to handle administrative business and a specific property resolution. The board will also establish its 2025 meeting schedule.

• Resolution regarding 117 Third Street, Block 1044, Lot 10, in the R-3 Zone
• Approval of August 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Determination of the 2025 Zoning Board schedule

City Council

This agenda is purely procedural. The City Council has re-scheduled its December 3, 2024 meeting to Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The notice provides Zoom viewing and written public comment instructions but lists no specific agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting re-scheduled from December 3 to December 5, 2024
• Meeting will be held in person at 330 Passaic Street, Council Chambers
• Public can view via Zoom but cannot participate; written comments must be emailed by 3:00 PM on meeting day

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting on November 26, 2024. The board will consider two applications: one at 503-505 Van Houten Avenue (C-R Zone) and one at 217 Myrtle Avenue (R-3 Zone), plus a resolution regarding 117 Third Street (R-3 Zone). No other substantive business is listed.

• Docket ZB24-06: 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8, C-R Zone
• Docket ZB24-10: 217 Myrtle Avenue, Block 2184, Lot 1, R-3 Zone
• Resolution: 117 Third Street, Block 1044, Lot 10, R-3 Zone

City Council

The City Council of Passaic has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 330 Passaic Street. Formal action may be taken at that meeting. Public can view via Zoom and submit written statements by email.

• Meeting cancelled, no business conducted
• Next meeting: December 3, 2024, at 330 Passaic Street, Council Chambers
• Public may view via Zoom and submit written statements by 3:00 P.M. on meeting day

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 14, 2024, to consider routine items including renewal of entertainment licenses for 13 establishments, a bankruptcy notice for Rosa's Sports Bar LLC, and a notice of charges against Anais Lounge LLC. The commission will vote on a resolution for a person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of a plenary retail consumption license from Polish Peoples Home Inc to Z Fenas LLC t/a El Alamo at 90 Lexington Avenue, and a resolution authorizing a closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• 13 entertainment license renewals for 2025, including Mojito Bar LLC, Ukrainian Center INC, La Rancherita Bar, and others
• Bankruptcy court notice of hearing for compensation involving Rosa's Sports Bar LLC, 242 Lexington Ave.
• State ABC notice of charges against Anais Lounge LLC, 52 Garden St.
• Resolution for person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of license from Polish Peoples Home Inc to Z Fenas LLC t/a El Alamo, 90 Lexington Ave.
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on November 13, 2024, to consider one new application (Docket ZB24-06) for properties at 503-505 Van Houten Avenue in the C-R Zone. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Docket ZB24-06: 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8 in the C-R Zone

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to hear three new applications for property variances and address one old business item (escrow closeout for Docket ZB22-03). The board will decide on requests at 568 River Drive, 330 Chestnut Street, and 11-13 Randolph Street.

• Escrow closeout for Docket ZB22-03 at 37 John Street
• Application Docket ZB23-16 for 568 River Drive (Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52, 24) in R-1 Zone
• Application Docket ZB24-03 for 330 Chestnut Street (Block 2176, Lot 25) in R-3 Zone
• Application Docket ZB24-07 for 11-13 Randolph Street (Block 3255, Lot 28) in R-1 Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a $596,943.71 change order for the parking deck at Passaic and State streets, several legal counsel contracts totaling over $700,000, and acceptance of grants for police programs. The agenda also includes a discussion on authorities/agencies per state best practices, a second-reading ordinance on disabled parking, and renewal of numerous entertainment licenses.

• Ordinance No. 2468-24 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Resolution awarding general legal counsel to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC, not to exceed $350,000
• Resolution awarding labor counsel to PRB Attorneys at Law LLC, not to exceed $175,000
• Resolution awarding a contract for design and construction management for window replacement at Westside Firehouse, not to exceed $9,500
• Resolution authorizing change orders totaling $596,943.71 for the parking deck at Passaic and State streets, bringing the revised contract amount to $13,348,943.71

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider the 2024 Re-examination Report of the Master Plan and several development applications. Items include escrow closeout, resolution extensions, and applications for properties on Highland Avenue, Broadway, and President Street. Resolutions will also be considered for properties in the Scattered Site Redevelopment Area.

• Escrow closeout for Docket PB22-15 at 36 Wall Street
• 2024 Re-examination Report of the Master Plan
• Resolution extension for Docket PB23-12 at 112 Third Street
• Application PB24-11 for 301 Highland Avenue (Block 4103, Lot 39)
• Resolutions for St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church (206-216 President St) and Skyline Properties (282-288 Hope Ave)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on October 29, 2024, to consider one application: Docket ZB23-15 for 439-441 Passaic Avenue in the R-1 zone.

• Docket ZB23-15: 439-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17 in the R-1 Zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic ABC Commission will consider a request to adjourn the hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk's liquor license to November 14, 2024. The agenda also includes a resolution to hold a closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters, and routine communications from police.

• Hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk (License No. 1607-33-085-006) — request to adjourn to November 14, 2024
• Resolution authorizing closed session on October 17, 2024 to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters
• Police report from Detective Edward Valentin regarding Silk liquor license

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of Passaic has cancelled its regular meeting originally scheduled for October 17, 2024, and rescheduled it for October 24, 2024 at 4:15 PM via Zoom. The notice provides call-in information for public participation but lists no specific agenda items. Formal action will be taken at the rescheduled meeting.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled from Oct 17 to Oct 24, 2024

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 15, 2024, with a final vote on a zoning ordinance amendment and several traffic and parking ordinances. The council will also consider multiple resolutions awarding contracts for services including LED message boards, emergency fuel facility remediation, and physician services. Public hearings are scheduled for special event permits including a Day of the Dead cultural event and a Fall Festival.

• Final vote on zoning amendment (Ordinance 2461-24) to Chapter 317
• Award of $136,319 contract for three LED message boards (Daktronics)
• Award of $21,800 for emergency remediation of Public Works fueling facility
• Public hearing on Day of the Dead cultural event at 73 Hoover Avenue on Nov 3
• Police promotions to Lieutenant and Captain via mayoral memorandum

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on October 9, 2024, via Zoom. The board will conduct a consistency review for a zoning ordinance amendment, hear new applications (including dockets PB24-09 and PB24-10), and vote on several memorializations including the Housing Element and redevelopment plans for properties on Broadway and Fourth Street. A resolution extension request for a prior docket and an ordinance adding a municipal exemption from zoning regulations are also on the agenda.

• Consistency review for amendment of Zoning Ordinance Chapter 317, Schedule of Regulations Part 3
• Resolution extension request for Docket PB21-07 at 234 Harrison Street
• New application Docket PB24-09 at 206, 212, 216 President Street
• New application Docket PB24-10 at 282-288 Hope Avenue
• Memorialization of redevelopment plan for 151 & 155 Broadway and amendment for 99-107 & 113 Fourth Street

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on October 8, 2024, to consider three variance applications at 568 River Drive, 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, and 117 Third Street. The board will also vote on a resolution for a property at 62 Brighton Avenue and approve minutes from prior meetings. Residents can inspect application documents online or by scheduling an inspection.

• Docket ZB23-16: variance application for 568 River Drive, Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52, & 24, in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB24-06: variance application for 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8, in C-R Zone
• Docket ZB24-08: variance application for 117 Third Street, Block 1044, Lot 10, in R-3 Zone
• Resolution for 62 Brighton Avenue, Block 3245.04, Lot 1, in C Zone
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 4, June 18, and July 9, 2024

City Council

The council will hold a final reading on Ordinance 2462-24 authorizing the private sale of 24 Broadway to New Horizon Community Action Corporation. They also consider awarding contracts including $978,762.85 for road work and $90,200 for auditing, plus introduce traffic-related ordinances. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel.

• Ordinance 2462-24 for private sale of 24 Broadway to New Horizon Community Action Corporation
• Resolution awarding $978,762.85 for 2023 NJDOT Municipal Aid Program to Smith-Sondy Asphalt
• Resolution awarding $90,200 for auditing services to Lerch, Vinci & Bliss LLP
• Resolution awarding $105,000 for municipal court public defenders
• Resolution awarding $28,000 for emergency sanitary sewer repair at Main and Gregory Avenues to Delgado Brothers Plumbing

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on September 24, 2024. They will close out an escrow for a prior case at 57 Temple Street and hear four new applications for properties on Chestnut Street, Passaic Avenue, Van Houten Avenue, and Randolph Street, each seeking relief from zoning regulations.

• Escrow closeout for Docket ZB17-13 at 57 Temple Street (Leslie and Michael Lipton)
• Docket ZB24-03 at 330 Chestnut Street, Block 2176, Lot 25 (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB23-15 at 439-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17 (R-1 Zone)
• Docket ZB24-06 at 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8 (C-R Zone)
• Docket ZB24-07 at 11-13 Randolph Street, Block 3255, Lot 28 (R-1 Zone)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold its regular meeting, addressing disciplinary proceedings against ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz, a settlement agreement for that license, and other routine matters. The board will also review police reports on two establishments, approve corporate structure changes, renew inactive licenses for Polish Peoples Home, and authorize a person-to-person license transfer.

• Disciplinary proceedings against ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz (426 Van Houten Ave) referred by Mr. Fonticoba Law Office
• Resolution memorializing a settlement agreement between the ABC Board and ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz for license 1607-33-046-011
• Police reports submitted on 40 Brighton Ave LLC t/a Silk Platinum Dollz and Michelle Nicolett and Lewis LLC t/a La Rumba Bar
• Corporate structure changes for DMM INN INC t/a New Foxes (201 Parker Ave) and 40 Brighton Avenue LLC t/a Silk (40 Brighton Ave)
• Person-to-person transfer of license 1607-33-027-015 from Lena Y Carbon Rico Inc to Lena Y Carbon Restaurant & Bar Corp at 64 & 64½ Lexington Ave

Redevelopment Agency

The Agency reviewed and approved a bill list and certified the review of annual audit reports for 2022 and 2023. The Executive Director presented updates on various housing, commercial, and industrial redevelopment projects across the city.

• Approved bill list for September 19, 2024 in the amount of $1,275.00
• Resolution 24-11: Approved the Corrective Action Plan for the calendar year 2023 audit report
• Resolution 24-12: Certified personal review of the 2022 and 2023 annual audit reports
• Project updates presented for 199 Lexington, Wall Street, 2-12 Market, 135 Summer Street, 211 Pennington, 711 Main Avenue, 69 Jefferson Street, 101 7th Street, and 18-20 Van Houten

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances at its September 17 regular meeting. Key items include a $860,000 HOME grant for five affordable homeowner units, introduction of an ordinance to sell city-owned property at 24 Broadway to New Horizon Community Action Corporation, and purchases of police equipment (a Dodge Durango and six automated license plate readers). The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance amending disabled parking designations, bond refunds, and a closed executive session for litigation and negotiations.

• Resolution authorizing $860,000 HOME Investment Partnership grant to New Horizon Community Action Corp for five affordable homeowner units
• Ordinance to authorize private sale of 24 Broadway to New Horizon Community Action Corp for redevelopment
• Resolution awarding $63,337.12 software license contract to SHI International for multiple departments
• Resolution authorizing purchase & installation of six automated license plate readers for police ($27,933.79)
• Resolution authorizing $27,318.56 to upfit one 2024 Dodge Durango for police department

The Passaic City Council approved resolutions including $860,000 in HOME funds for New Horizon to develop five affordable homeowner units at 24 Broadway, and introduced an ordinance to sell the property to New Horizon for $396,522.32. The council also approved contracts for software licensing, police vehicle upfitting, and six license plate readers, and adopted an ordinance amending disabled parking designations.

• Approved $860,000 HOME funds for 5 affordable units at 24 Broadway (7-0)
• Introduced ordinance for private sale of 24 Broadway to New Horizon for $396,522.32 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2460-24 amending disabled parking designations (7-0)
• Approved $63,337.12 software licensing contract with SHI International (7-0)
• Approved $27,318.56 police vehicle upfit contract with GTBM (7-0)
• Approved $27,933.79 for six automated license plate readers (7-0)
• Authorized UEZ grant application up to $600,000 for business loans (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular virtual meeting on September 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The board will review four applications listed under new business, covering properties on River Drive, Passaic Avenue, Van Houten Avenue, and Randolph Street. No details on the specific variance or relief sought are provided in the agenda.

• Docket ZB23-16: 568 River Drive, Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52, & 24 in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB23-15: 439-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17 in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB24-06: 503-505 Van Houten Avenue, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8 in C-R Zone
• Docket ZB24-07: 11-13 Randolph Street, Block 3255, Lot 28 in R-1 Zone

City Council

The City Council will consider final readings for ordinances regarding zoning exemptions and redevelopment plans for properties on Broadway and 4th Street. The body is also reviewing several contracts for road, sidewalk, and drainage improvements, as well as technology purchases.

• Redevelopment plans for 141-155 Broadway and 99-107 & 113 4th Street
• Contract for multi-intersection improvements at Pennington & Aycrigg and Monroe & Hope for $505,157.05
• Contract for Myrtle Avenue roadway improvements for $333,830.15
• Grant award from NJ Department of Health for Childhood Lead 2025 Program for $806,849
• Purchase of computer software from SHI International Corp for approximately $125,000.00

The Passaic City Council adopted four ordinances on final reading, including a municipal zoning exemption, a redevelopment plan for 141-155 Broadway, and an amendment to the 4th Street redevelopment plan. The council also approved a series of resolutions awarding contracts for infrastructure projects, including a $505,157.05 multi-intersection improvement project and a $333,830.15 roadway project. Two ordinances were introduced on first reading, including a zoning amendment for mixed-use density. The meeting was disrupted by technical difficulties that affected two council members' participation.

• Adopted Ordinance 2455-24 adding municipal exemption from zoning regulations (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2458-24 adopting redevelopment plan for 141-155 Broadway (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2459-24 amending redevelopment plan for 99-107 & 113 4th Street (7-0)
• Awarded $505,157.05 contract to JC Contracting for Safe Streets to Transit project (7-0)
• Awarded $333,830.15 contract to 4 Clean-Up, Inc. for Myrtle Avenue improvements (7-0)
• Awarded $89,140.39 contract to Your Way Construction for Mercer Street improvements (7-0)
• Approved $132,529.44 emergency contract to D&L Paving for 3rd Street work (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2461-24 amending zoning density formula for mixed-use buildings (5-0)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance adding a municipal exemption from zoning regulations. They will also consider amendments to redevelopment plans for 99-103 4th Street and 141-155 Broadway, capital projects for Carnie Bragg Park and the Municipal Parking Deck, and the 2024 Master Plan Reexamination Report. Additionally, a resolution extension request for Docket PB21-06 at 39-41 Lexington Avenue is on the agenda.

• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Chapter 317 to add Article XVII: Municipal Exemption From Zoning Regulations
• Amendment to Redevelopment Plan for Block 1003, Lots 6 & 20 (99-103 4th Street)
• Redevelopment Plan for Block 2203, Lots 3,4,6 & 7 (141-155 Broadway)
• Review of Capital Project for Carnie Bragg Park (Block 2183.02, Lot 1)
• Review of Capital Project for Municipal Parking Deck (Block 1133, Lot 10)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to review two rescheduled applications. The board will consider requests for site plan approvals and variances for a daycare facility and a multi-unit residential building.

• Docket #ZB24-06: Request by Little Prep Academy L.L.C. for a daycare facility at 503-505 Van Houten Avenue
• Docket #ZB23-14: Request by I. R. Property Management LLC for a six-unit residential building at 62 Brighton Avenue

Planning Board

The August 14, 2024, Planning Board meeting is canceled for lack of a quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2024, via Zoom at 6:30 p.m.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting: September 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider zoning applications and resolutions. The board will also address escrow closeouts for several properties and reschedule hearing dates for two other dockets.

• Application for 330 Chestnut Street (ZB24-03)
• Application for 11-13 Randolph Street (ZB24-07)
• Resolution for 37 Columbia Avenue (ZB23-13)
• Escrow closeouts for Transcend Wireless LLC at 80-96 Passaic Avenue, 910 Main Avenue, 446 Monroe Street, and 27 Monroe Street
• New hearing date requests for 62 Brighton Avenue and 503-505 Van Houten Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold second and final readings on ordinances amending zoning exemptions and stormwater control, and introduce ordinances for a redevelopment plan at 141-155 Broadway and an amendment to the 4th Street redevelopment plan. Resolutions include purchasing 36 bulletproof vests for $40,663.60, awarding contracts for road improvements and park upgrades, and accepting public health grants. Several event applications and routine communications are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 2455-24 amending Chapter 317 to add municipal exemption from zoning regulations
• Ordinance rescinding Ordinance 2216-19 and adopting a redevelopment plan for 141-155 Broadway (Block 2203, Lots 3,4,6,7)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 36 bulletproof vests, carriers, and shock plates from Atlantic Uniform Co. for $40,663.60
• Resolution awarding design and construction management for 2023 NJDOT Local Transportation Project Fund road improvements to French & Parrello Associates for up to $114,360
• Resolution authorizing a change order increasing contract with Green Valley Group for Memorial Park parking lot, tennis courts, and drainage improvements by $128,096 (new total $917,389)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet virtually to consider two new applications and process escrow closeouts. The board will review requests for properties on Brighton Avenue and Van Houten Avenue.

• Application ZB23-14: 62 Brighton Avenue
• Application ZB24-06: 503-505 Van Houten Avenue
• Escrow closeout for 80-96 Passaic Avenue (Transcend Wireless LLC)
• Escrow closeout for 910 Main Avenue (Transcend Wireless LLC)
• Escrow closeout for 446 Monroe Street and 27 Monroe Street (Transcend Wireless LLC)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the CY 2024 municipal budget, along with several contract awards and emergency purchases. Other business includes ordinances on a budget cap bank, disabled parking, and mobile food establishments, plus resolutions for park improvements, police accreditation, and grant applications.

• Ordinance 2452-24 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Resolution adopting the CY 2024 Municipal Budget
• Contract award for Carnie Bragg Park concession stand design and construction management (up to $129,000)
• Application for NJEDA Urban Investment Fund grant (maximum $5,732,716)
• Emergency sanitary sewer repair at Passaic Street & 10th Street intersection ($11,148)

Redevelopment Agency

The Passaic Redevelopment Agency designated New Horizon Community Action Corporation to develop a property at 24 Broadway. The proposed project is a three-story mixed-use building featuring one commercial space and five affordable housing units.

• Resolution #24-10 designating New Horizon Community Action Corporation as redeveloper for 24 Broadway (Block 2154, Lot 18)
• Approval of a $3,297.02 bill list
• Requirement for redeveloper to pay a $7,500 application fee, $7,500 escrow, and $5,000 administrative fee
• Update on a $6 million NJ Transit project for a new bus terminal with completion targeted for 2028
• Announcement of a parking deck with 310 spaces starting construction in August 2024

Planning Board

The board will review a capital project for the municipal property at 69 Jefferson Street. Members will also discuss a preliminary investigation for an area in need of rehabilitation on Broadway and the 2024 Bicycle Master Plan. Several resolutions regarding specific property applications are also scheduled for consideration.

• Review of Capital Project for Municipal Property, 69 Jefferson Street
• Preliminary Investigation for Area in Need of Rehabilitation at 151 & 155 Broadway
• Discussion of the 2024 Bicycle Master Plan
• Resolutions for applications including 309 Oak Street and 35 Linden Street
• Resolution regarding iLEARN Schools Inc. at First, Bergen, and Market Streets

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a virtual meeting via Zoom. The board is scheduled to review three property applications located on Passaic Avenue and River Drive.

• Application ZB23-15: 439-441 Passaic Avenue
• Application ZB24-05: 715-765 (Old) River Drive
• Application ZB23-16: 568 River Drive

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold a hearing regarding the license of ELBJ LLC, doing business as Platinum Dollz, at 426 Van Houten Ave. The Board also seeks authorization to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Hearing for ELBJ LLC (t/a Platinum Dollz) regarding a notice of charges
• Resolution to enter closed session for litigation and attorney-client matters

City Council

The City Council will hold a re-organization meeting to nominate and seat a new Council President for the 2024-2025 term. The agenda also includes applications for various local community events, including flag raisings and block parties.

• Selection of Council President for the July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, term
• Application for a block party on Vineland Place on July 4
• Application for flag raisings at Magnus Ellen Square on July 13 and July 14
• Application for the Peruvian Cultural Festival at Pulaski Park on July 14
• Application for a promotional event at 503 Paulison Ave on July 5

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will consider several resolutions for the 2024-2025 licensing term. This includes renewing retail consumption, distribution, and club licenses. The board will also receive notice regarding a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing for Rosa's Sports Bar LLC.

• Bankruptcy notice for Rosa's Sports Bar LLC at 317 Broadway
• Renewal of plenary retail consumption licenses
• Renewal of plenary retail distribution licenses
• Renewal of club licenses
• License renewals pending tax clearance

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on June 18, 2024. The agenda includes reviewing two applications and one resolution regarding properties in the C and R-3 zones.

• Application for 62 Brighton Avenue (Docket ZB23-14)
• Application for 330 Chestnut Street (Docket ZB24-03)
• Resolution regarding 1 Van Buren Street (ZB23-11)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will introduce the 2024 municipal budget and review several service contracts. The agenda includes a major construction contract for a parking deck at Passaic and State Street. The council will also consider grant applications for road and recreation improvements.

• $12,757,000 contract for the municipal parking deck at Passaic and State Street
• Introduction of the 2024 Municipal Budget
• $70,000 contract for office supplies and furniture from W.B Mason Company
• $54,350 contract for lead paint analyzers from Sciaps, Inc.
• Ordinance regarding towing unlicensed mobile food establishments

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on the 2024 preliminary budget and consider several contract awards. The agenda also includes municipal court appointments and applications for upcoming community events.

• Contract for new one-story building at 69 Jefferson Street ($1,269,000)
• Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funding ($781,951.44)
• Contract for summer food program meals ($213,219.60)
• Emergency contract for Ladder 3 repair ($20,673.03)
• Ordinance amending the city's storm sewer code

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will review a preliminary investigation for an area in need of rehabilitation at 112 Van Houten Avenue and 213-225 Main Avenue, plus two requests to extend resolution deadlines for properties on Linden Street and Oak Street. These reviews determine whether specific parcels qualify for redevelopment status or require additional planning approvals, which can affect property development timelines and neighborhood improvement standards in Passaic. The board will also approve minutes from three recent meetings and allow public comment.

• Preliminary investigation for rehabilitation area at 112 Van Houten Avenue & 213-225 Main Avenue (Block 3265, Lots 31 & 34)
• Resolution extension request for Docket PB23-03 at 35 Linden Street, Block 3246, Lot 49 (R-3 Zone)
• Resolution extension request for Docket PB19-17 at 309 Oak Street, Block 2172.01, Lots 62 & 77 (R-3 Zone)
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 10, February 7, and March 6, 2024

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustments will consider new applications for 715-765 (Old) River Drive and 568 River Drive. The board will also address escrow closeouts for Brook Avenue and Van Houten. Additionally, the meeting includes the review of previous meeting minutes.

• Application: 715-765 (Old) River Drive
• Application: 568 River Drive
• Escrow closeout: 466 Brook Avenue
• Escrow closeout: 425 Van Houten
• Resolution: 435 Harrison Street

City Council

The City Council will consider a bond ordinance for various capital improvements and an ordinance regarding disabled parking designations. The agenda also includes several community event applications, contract awards for road and recreation needs, and judicial appointments.

• Bond Ordinance 2450-24: $14,700,000 for capital improvements
• Ordinance 2449-24: Amending restricted parking for disabled persons
• Emergency sanitary sewer repair contract: $23,115.00 (John Garcia Construction)
• Recreation sports equipment and supplies contract: ~$40,253.86 (BSN Sports LLC)
• Recreation uniforms contract: ~$19,113.40 (Dot Designing)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider three zoning applications: Docket ZB24-05 for 715-765 (Old) River Drive in the M-1 Zone, Docket ZB23-15 for 439-441 Passaic Avenue in the R-1 Zone, and Docket ZB23-13 for 37 Columbia Avenue in the R-3 Zone. The board will also vote on minutes from four prior meetings.

• Docket ZB24-05: 715-765 (Old) River Drive, Block 1326, Lot 6 in M-1 Zone
• Docket ZB23-15: 439-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17 in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB23-13: 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot 25 in R-3 Zone
• Meeting minutes for February 6, February 20, March 5, and March 19, 2024

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will hold its regular meeting on May 16, 2024, via Zoom. The board will consider renewing a liquor license for Rosas Sports Bar LLC, approve a place-to-place transfer for Arepa Exxpress II LLC, and memorialize a settlement agreement with D'Bar LLC. It will also discuss pending litigation in closed session and receive routine communications, including a request to adjourn a hearing for Platinum Dollz.

• Renewal resolution for Plenary Retail Consumption License #1607-33-107-005, Rosas Sports Bar LLC, 317 Broadway
• Place-to-place transfer (expansion of premise) for License #1607-33-004-010, Arepa Exxpress II LLC, 23-27 Lexington Ave
• Resolution memorializing settlement agreement between ABC board and D'Bar LLC, License #1607-33-070-008
• Hearing for ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz, 426 Van Houten Ave, to be adjourned
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on May 15, 2024. The main item is a new application (Docket #PB24-06) for properties on First, Bergen, and Market Streets in the CR-HD Zone. The meeting also includes a public hearing for non-application matters.

• Docket #PB24-06: application for Block 1043, Lots 8, 10, 12, 15, 16, and 18 at First, Bergen, and Market Streets in the CR-HD Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding a regular meeting with several ordinances and resolutions for consideration. Key items include a $14.7 million bond ordinance for various capital improvements, a contract for automated license plate readers, and a resolution for security cameras. The meeting also includes public comment and routine approvals.

• Bond ordinance appropriating $14,700,000 for capital improvements, including $10,000,000 state grant for parking improvements
• Resolution awarding contract to Gold Type Business Machines for 25 automated license plate readers ($148,253.00)
• Resolution awarding contract to Sal Electric for security cameras at various locations ($17,570.00)
• Resolution awarding contract to Zuccaro, Inc. for NJDOT Safe Streets to Transit project ($473,574.88)
• Ordinance for short-term tax exemption for property at 437 Paulison Avenue (Block 3220, Lot 27)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The board will consider three new applications for properties on River Drive and Brook Avenue, and will vote on resolutions for two prior applications on Broadway. The meeting is virtual via Zoom.

• Docket ZB23-16: 568 River Drive, Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52 & 24, in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB23-17: 466 Brook Ave, Block 3308, Lot 39, in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB24-05: 715-765 (Old) River Drive, Block 1326, Lot 6, in M-1 Zone
• Resolutions on 147-149 Broadway (ZB23-05) and 534 & 538-548 Broadway (ZB23-18)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider four new applications for properties on Hope Avenue, Market Street, Monroe Street, and Hoover Avenue. The board will also vote on resolutions for projects on River Drive, Highland Avenue, Dayton Avenue, and Lexington Avenue, plus a recommendation on a redevelopment plan.

• Docket PB23-20: 225-227 Hope Avenue, R-3 Zone
• Docket PB24-03: 122 Market Street, MS-RA Zone
• Docket PB24-05: 386-394 Monroe Street, C-R Zone
• Docket PB24-07: 49 & 53-55 Hoover Avenue, MA-RA Zone
• Resolution on Parade Restaurants LLC at 132-158 River Drive

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 18, 2024, with public hearings on two ordinances, including a redevelopment plan for properties on President Street and an amendment to the city's tree and shrubbery code. The council will also consider a series of resolutions, including contracts, tax refunds, and grant applications. Several event permit applications are on the agenda for approval.

• Ordinance No. 2441-24: Adopting redevelopment plan for Block 4099, Lots 21, 24, & 26 (206, 212, 216 President Street)
• Ordinance No. 2445-24: Amending Chapter 289 'Trees and Shrubbery'
• Resolution: Contract with Sal Electric for electrical services, not to exceed $75,000 annually for two years
• Resolutions: Tax refunds totaling over $265,000 for various properties (e.g., 623 Main Avenue: $76,367.50; 371 Brook Avenue: $60,919.04)
• Resolution: Apply for Safe and Secure Communities Grant Program FY2024 ($67,725.00)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to consider routine resolutions and two license matters. The board will vote on issuing a new license to the Albert Lawson VFW Post 10117 after a late renewal, and will hear charges against D'Bar Liquors LLC. A hearing for Platinum Dollz is expected to be adjourned to May 16.

• Adjournment request for Platinum Dollz hearing (426 Van Houten Ave.)
• Resolution to issue new license to Albert Lawson VFW Post 10117 (License No. 1607-31-163-001)
• Renewal resolution for plenary social club license (July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024)
• Hearing on charges against D'Bar Liquors LLC (898 Main St.)
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters

Planning Board

The board will discuss a redevelopment plan for three properties on President Street (206, 212, and 216) and a preliminary investigation for a rehabilitation area on Van Houten and Main Avenues. It will also consider extension requests for two prior applications and vote on resolutions including an affordable housing set-aside ordinance and a zoning amendment to permit accessory dwelling units citywide.

• Redevelopment plan for Block 4099, Lots 21, 24, and 26 (President Street)
• Preliminary investigation for rehabilitation area at Block 3265, Lots 31 and 34 (Van Houten and Main Avenues)
• Extension request for Docket #PB22-12 at 61 Willet Street
• Extension request for Docket #PB20-02 at 55 Highland Avenue
• New application for Docket #PB24-02 at 132-158 River Drive

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider two variance applications: Docket ZB23-13 for 37 Columbia Avenue in the R-3 zone and Docket ZB23-15 for 429-441 Passaic Avenue in the R-1 zone. The board will also vote on resolutions for a property at 147-149 Broadway and a contract for professional engineering services.

• Docket ZB23-13: 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot 25, R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-15: 429-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17, R-1 Zone
• Resolution for 147-149 Broadway (ZB23-05), Block 2203, Lots 6 & 7, C-R Zone
• Resolution awarding contract for professional engineering services for the Zoning Board

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 2, 2024, with several ordinances up for final adoption, including a redevelopment plan for properties on President Street. The council will also vote on multiple resolutions awarding contracts for fireworks, turf field maintenance, and geese control, and will accept several grants. The meeting includes public comment and a closed executive session for litigation and personnel matters.

• Final adoption of Ordinance 2441-24, a redevelopment plan for 206, 212, 216 President Street (Block 4099, Lots 21, 24, 26)
• Resolution awarding fireworks display to Serpico Pyrotechnics, LLC for up to $19,240
• Resolution awarding turf field maintenance contract to The Landtek Group, Inc. for up to $26,418
• Resolution awarding geese control services contract for up to $32,240
• Resolution accepting a $30,000 NJ DCA American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grant

Redevelopment Agency

The Passaic Redevelopment Agency designated 211 Pennington Urban Renewal Associates, LLC as the redeveloper for a property at 191-231 Pennington Avenue. The proposed project consists of a new multi-family building with various studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units.

• Designation of 211 Pennington Urban Renewal Associates, LLC for 191-231 Pennington Avenue (Block 3254, Lot 37)
• Interim Costs Agreement requiring a $3,000 escrow payment from the developer
• Approval of a bill list totaling $1,462.50
• Update on 217 Brook Avenue residential development
• Update on 8th Street logistic center industrial project

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider routine matters, including a license change and a notice of charges, and to hold hearings on alleged violations by two establishments. The commission will also vote on a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Arepa Exxpress II LLC: change of corporate structure for liquor license No. 160733-004-010
• Notice of charges against Francisco O Lozano t/a Jalapeno Mexican Grill Restaurant (Agency DKT No: S-23-41023, H-2023-50467)
• Hearing: ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz, 426 Van Houten Ave., License No. 1607-33-046-011
• Hearing: D' Bar Liquors LLC, 898 Main St., License No. 1607-33-070-007
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding accessory dwelling units, affordable housing mandates, and a redevelopment plan for Hope Avenue. The agenda also includes resolutions for emergency generator replacement and sanitary sewer repairs.

• Ordinance to permit accessory dwelling units in all zoning districts
• Ordinance establishing an affordable housing mandatory set-aside
• Redevelopment plan for 282-288 Hope Avenue
• Emergency generator replacement at Westside Firehouse ($128,105.57)
• Emergency sanitary sewer repair on Dayton Avenue ($44,554.80)

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to consider several items, including a redevelopment study for properties on Hope Avenue, consistency reviews for ordinances on accessory dwelling units and affordable housing set-asides, and multiple applications for site plan or subdivision approvals. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for 2024.

• Preliminary study for redevelopment/rehabilitation of 206, 212, and 216 President Street (Block 4099, Lots 21, 24, 26)
• Consistency review for ordinance adding affordable housing mandatory set-aside to site plan approval
• Consistency review for ordinance allowing accessory dwelling units in all zoning districts
• Redevelopment plan for Block 4062, Lots 36 and 39 (282-288 Hope Avenue)
• Resolution extension requests for 61 Willet Street (Walbri Properties) and 55 Highland Avenue (C. Realty, LLC)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to review several new business applications. The agenda includes three specific docketed items regarding properties on Columbia Avenue, Brook Ave, and Broadway.

• Docket ZB23-13: 37 Columbia Avenue (R-3 Zone)
• Docket ZB23-17: 466 Brook Ave (R-1 Zone)
• Docket ZB23-18: 534-548 Broadway (C-R Zone)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is meeting to vote on resolutions and ordinances, including a $2.5 million HOME funds agreement for an affordable rental project, several infrastructure contracts, and zoning changes to permit accessory dwelling units. The agenda also includes public hearings on two ordinances amending disabled parking designations, and a closed executive session for litigation, contracts, and personnel.

• Resolution authorizing agreement with Twins Investment & Developers, LLC for up to $2.5 million in HOME funds for affordable rental project
• Ordinance to permit accessory dwelling units in all zoning districts (introduction)
• Ordinance adding affordable housing mandatory set-aside to site plan approval (introduction)
• Contract award to John Garcia, Clifton, NJ for $420,461.55 for Oak Street storm sewer and Gregory Avenue sanitary sewer improvements
• Resolution supporting YES NJ LLC cannabis business licensure application

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular virtual meeting on February 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM via Zoom. The board will consider four new applications for zoning relief at properties on Howe Avenue, Brighton Avenue, Passaic Avenue, and River Drive.

• Docket ZB23-04: 329 Howe Avenue, Block 3272, Lot 44, in R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB23-14: 62 Brighton Avenue, Block 3245.04, Lot 1, in C Zone
• Docket ZB23-15: 439-441 Passaic Avenue, Block 3302, Lot 17, in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB23-16: 568 River Drive, Block 1292.03, Lots 50, 52, & 24, in R-1 Zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to handle routine matters, including a resolution to declare the Passaic Park Liquor license lapsed due to abandonment and failure to renew, and a resolution to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters. The board will also receive a special ruling for renewal of an inactive license for Polish Peoples Home Inc. and hear a request to adjourn the Platinum Dollz hearing to March 21, 2024.

• Resolution declaring lapse of license No. 1607-44-036-003 for Passaic Park Liquor due to abandonment and failure to renew
• Resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters
• Special ruling to permit renewal of inactive license for Polish Peoples Home Inc. (Lic. No. 1607-33-108-001)
• Hearing for ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz, 426 Van Houten Ave., with request to adjourn to March 21, 2024

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding a special meeting via Zoom to consider two resolutions: one to enter closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters, and another to approve a person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of a liquor license from Alex Perez to I Want U LLC, operating as Lotus at 822 Main Ave. The meeting is open to the public for listening and comment.

• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Resolution to transfer license no. 1607-33-056-005 from Alex Perez to I Want U LLC t/a Lotus, 822 Main Ave, Passaic

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on February 7, 2024. The board will discuss preliminary investigations to designate two areas as in need of rehabilitation: 112 Van Houten Avenue & 213-225 Main Avenue, and 282-288 Hope Avenue. One new application is on the agenda: Docket PB23-14 for 120 & 128 Passaic Avenue in the OR-1A Zone. The board will also vote on resolutions for two previously heard applications.

• Preliminary Investigation for Area in Need of Rehabilitation: Block 3265, Lots 31 & 34 (112 Van Houten Avenue & 213-225 Main Avenue)
• Preliminary Investigation for Area in Need of Rehabilitation: Block 4062, Lots 36 & 39 (282-288 Hope Avenue)
• Application Docket PB23-14, 120 & 128 Passaic Avenue, Block 3215, Lots 21 & 18, OR-1A Zone
• Resolution for PB23-15, 208 Passaic Avenue, Block 3238, Lot 1, OR-1A Zone (37 Grace Ter., LLC)
• Resolution for PB23-18, 125-127 Prospect Street, Block 2150, Lot 31, Main Avenue Redevelopment Area Subdistrict MX-2 (Aspire Consulting Prospect Group, LLC)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 6, 2024, to consider a range of routine and administrative items, including contract awards, grant applications, and a resolution to enter closed session. The agenda includes public hearings on a parking ordinance and several entertainment license applications, as well as numerous resolutions for contracts and agreements. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or controversial items listed.

• Ordinance 2433-24 amending disabled parking designations (second reading)
• Contract award to Benmar Air Conditioning for HVAC maintenance (up to $90,000)
• Contract award to Neglia Engineering for NJDOT Safe Streets design ($54,252)
• Emergency sewer repair on River Drive awarded to Delgado Brothers ($15,592)
• Resolution accepting $125,000 from Paterson for HOPWA housing assistance

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a regular virtual meeting on February 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The agenda includes one new application (Docket ZB23-13) for a property at 37 Columbia Avenue in the R-3 zone, plus approval of prior meeting minutes and other procedural items.

• Docket ZB23-13: 37 Columbia Avenue, Block 1084, Lot(s) 25, R-3 Zone
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 30, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding a regular meeting on January 25, 2024, with a public hearing on a Green Acres grant application for improvements to Colonel Johnson Park. The council will also vote on a series of resolutions, including contracts for payroll services, emergency retaining wall reconstruction, and park design, as well as an ordinance on disabled parking restrictions.

• Public hearing on Green Acres grant for Colonel Johnson Park improvements (spray pad, benches, rain gardens)
• Contract award to Action Data Services for automated payroll service, not to exceed $85,000/year
• Contract award to TNS Construction for emergency retaining wall reconstruction at Ackerson Place and Spring Street, $225,000
• Contract award to French & Parrello Associates for Third Ward Veterans Memorial Park design, $116,000
• Ordinance amending restricted parking for disabled persons by license plate number

City Council

The Passaic City Council has rescheduled its January 23, 2024 meeting to Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street. The agenda is procedural, announcing the date change and public participation options via Zoom or written statements. Formal action will be taken at the meeting.

• Meeting rescheduled from Jan 23 to Jan 25, 2024 at 7:00 PM
• Location: Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street, Passaic, NJ
• Public can view via Zoom but not participate; written statements accepted by email until 3:00 PM on meeting day

Redevelopment Agency

The Passaic Redevelopment Agency met to establish its leadership and administrative appointments for the 2024 calendar year. The body also approved a bill list and designated its official bank and newspapers.

• Appointment of Arthur Soto as Chairman and David Spector as Vice-Chairman for 2024
• Continuation of Ricardo Fernandez as Executive Director with an annual salary of $32,500
• Appointment of Omar J. Garcia as Chief Financial Officer
• Appointment of Sonal Patel as Recording Secretary at a rate of $250.00 per meeting
• Approval of the January 11, 2024 bill list in the amount of $3,132.23

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is holding its re-organization meeting for 2024, where it will appoint a chairperson and consider several liquor license matters. The agenda includes resolutions for license transfers, renewals, and dismissals, as well as a closed session to discuss pending litigation. A hearing for Platinum Dollz is scheduled to be adjourned to the next meeting.

• Resolution appointing chairperson for 2024
• Place-to-place transfer of license for La Casona Café Restaurant, 829 Main Ave.
• Dismissal of transfer applications for Mariana's and El Alamo
• Renewal of inactive license for Jefe Group LLC (special ruling)
• Hearing for ELBJ LLC t/a Platinum Dollz, 426 Van Houten Ave. (adjourned to Feb. 15)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 11, 2024, to consider several ordinances, resolutions, and routine items. Key actions include final adoption of two parking-related ordinances, awarding a $224,739.89 road safety contract, purchasing a police vehicle, and accepting a $160,401 grant. The meeting also includes public comment and a closed executive session.

• Ordinance 2331-23: Amends overnight parking ban for trucks and buses
• Ordinance 2332-23: Updates disabled parking designations by license plate
• Resolution 19: Awards $224,739.89 contract to American Asphalt & Trucking for NJDOT Safe Streets (Passaic Ave, Van Houten Ave, Monroe St, Montgomery St)
• Resolution 20: Increases substance abuse physician contract by $14,400 to $62,400
• Resolution 21: Purchases one 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit AWD for $48,499.66

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on January 10, 2024. They will conduct a preliminary investigation to determine if Block 3265, Lots 31 & 34 (112 Van Houten Avenue & 213-225 Main Avenue) qualifies as an area in need of rehabilitation. The board will also hear three development applications and vote on contracts for the 2024 board planner and attorney.

• Preliminary investigation for area in need of rehabilitation at 112 Van Houten Avenue & 213-225 Main Avenue (Block 3265, Lots 31 & 34)
• Docket PB23-14: 120 & 128 Passaic Avenue, Block 3214, Lots 21 & 18, OR-1A Zone
• Docket PB23-15: 208 Passaic Avenue, Block 3214, Lot 21, OR-1A Zone
• Docket PB23-18: 125-127 Prospect Street, Block 2150, Lot 31, MX-2 Zone (Main Avenue Redevelopment Area)
• Resolutions awarding contracts for 2024 Board Planner and 2024 Board Attorney

City Council

The Passaic City Council is holding its regular meeting on January 11, 2024, after being rescheduled from January 9. The agenda includes public hearings on two ordinances, several routine license renewals, and a series of resolutions covering contracts, tax matters, grants, and agreements. The meeting is in person, with Zoom available for viewing only.

• Ordinance 2331-23 amending overnight parking rules for trucks and buses
• Ordinance 2332-23 amending disabled parking designations
• Contract award to American Asphalt & Trucking for $224,739.89 for NJDOT Safe Streets (Passaic Ave/Van Houten Ave, Monroe St/Montgomery St)
• Amendment to physician services contract for substance abuse program, increasing by $14,400 to $62,400
• Purchase of one 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit AWD for $48,499.66

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment held its annual reorganization meeting, appointing officers and awarding contracts for the board planner and attorney. The board also discussed an application for a nonconforming use at 329 Howe Avenue, ultimately adjourning it to February 20, 2024, and continued two other applications to later dates.

• Reappointed Menachem Bazian as Chairperson, Deiby Martinez as Vice Chairperson, and Moshe Stareshefsky as Board Secretary for 2024
• Awarded contract to Plan 2 Consultants as 2024 Board Planner
• Awarded contract to Douglas Kinz, Esq. as 2024 Board Attorney
• Adjourned Docket ZB23-13 (37 Columbia Avenue) to January 30, 2024
• Adjourned Docket ZB23-14 (62 Brighton Avenue) and ZB23-04 (329 Howe Avenue) to February 20, 2024