Passaic public meetings in 2025

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The City of Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 30, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were decided or discussed. The next regular meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm. Records may be inspected by contacting the Board Secretary at (973) 833‑8600.

• Meeting cancelled – no agenda items considered due to lack of quorum

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will meet virtually on January 7, 2026, to reorganize its leadership, award contracts for legal and engineering services, and consider applications for converting commercial and storage spaces into residential apartments.

• Resolution to award contract for Planning Board Attorney
• Resolution to award contract for Planning Board Planner
• Resolution to award contract for Professional Engineering Services
• Hearing on Market Street Redevelopment Plan (181 4th Street)
• Applications for apartment conversions at 206-210 Main Avenue and 63 Market Street

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will consider applications to renew entertainment licenses for twenty establishments for the 2026 year. It will also adopt a resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigations and attorney matters, and a resolution setting the board’s meeting dates for 2026. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Renewal of Entertainment License for La Rancherita Bar, 22 Jackson St.
• Renewal of Entertainment License for The Grand Saritas, 82 President St.
• Renewal of Entertainment License for Silk Platinum Dollz Gentlemen Club & Restaurant, 40 Brighton Ave.
• Renewal of Entertainment License for Foxes Place, 201 Parker Ave.
• Renewal of Entertainment License for Mandala Sports Bar, 246 Third St.

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider a resolution to submit an application for a New Jersey Economic Development Authority urban investment fund grant of up to $5,732,712. The meeting also includes routine renewals of limousine, taxi, livery and many entertainment licenses, and several contract and financial resolutions covering firehouse repairs, snow‑plow services, and interlocal service agreements. Ordinances for a restricted parking change, a Market Street redevelopment amendment, and an affordable‑housing set‑aside amendment will receive a first reading.

• Renewal applications for dozens of entertainment, limousine, taxi and livery licenses (e.g., Angala Private Transportation, Mojito Bar LLC, Z Fenas LLC).
• Resolution awarding $36,500 to Delgado’s General Contractor for emergency masonry wall reconstruction at the east‑side firehouse.
• Resolution approving a $35,000 contract with Smith‑Sondy Asphalt Construction Co. for 2025‑2026 snow plowing and removal services.
• Resolution authorizing submission of an application and acceptance of a maximum $5,732,712 grant from the NJ Economic Development Authority Urban Investment Fund.
• Ordinance introducing a first reading to amend the Market Street Redevelopment Plan (second hearing set for Jan 20, 2026).

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to review applications for property use changes. The board will consider converting a two-family home to a four-family structure and a doctor's office to a school.

• Conversion of 118 President Street from a two-family to a four-family dwelling (Docket # ZB25-11)
• Conversion of 135 Passaic Avenue from a doctor's office and residential use into a school (Docket ZB24-09)
• Resolution regarding 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 11, April 8, and May 27, 2025

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a second and final reading of two ordinances, one adopting a redevelopment plan for 91‑95 Paulison Avenue and another adding clergy parking permits. The council will also vote on several contract resolutions, such as a $75,000‑per‑year wireless, voice, and data agreement with AT&T Mobility and a $21,500 emergency sanitary sewer repair contract. Additional items include budget amendment resolutions and routine event license applications.

• Ordinance No. 2501-25: Adopt redevelopment plan for Block 3212, Lots 21 & 23 (91‑95 Paulison Avenue)
• Ordinance No. 2504-25: Add Part 12 “Clergy Parking Permits” to Chapter 295 of the City Code
• Resolution authorizing AT&T Mobility contract for wireless, voice, data services (~$75,000 per year)
• Resolution awarding $21,500 contract to Delgado Brothers Plumbing & Heating for emergency sanitary sewer repair at McDonald Brook culvert
• Resolution extending Rachles Michele’s Oil Company contract for 87‑octane gasoline (~$18,955 per month)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a virtual Zoom meeting on November 25, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 11, April 8, and May 27, 2025 meetings. The board will consider applications for 71 Kruger Place (R-2 zone) and 118 President Street (R-3 zone). No further details on the applications are provided in the agenda.

• Review and approve minutes from March 11, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Review and approve minutes from April 8, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Review and approve minutes from May 27, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Matter of 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29 in the R-2 zone
• Matter of 118 President Street, Block 4061, Lot 11 in the R-3 zone

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will take place on December 02, 2025.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board’s regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom was cancelled. No agenda items were presented. The Board’s next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom.

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will review new rental increase complaints and hold hearings for disputes regarding ordinance violations. The board will also review resolved matters and consider a resolution to enter a closed executive session.

• Hearings for rent increase disputes at 70 Passaic Street (34% increase), 72-74 Main Ave (19.96% increase), and 117 Parker Ave (8% increase)
• New complaints for ordinance violations at 76 Sherman Street (Apts 1, 2, and 4), 363-365 Main Avenue, 82 Paulison Ave, 94 Hamilton Ave, and 266 Passaic Street
• Review of resolved matters for properties on Harrison St, Jackson Street, Lucille Place, and 3rd Street
• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The Rent Leveling Board approved a resolution to hold a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. It also approved several motions to accept prior meeting minutes, communications, new rental increase complaints, and resolved matters, and it dismissed several defaulted complaints. All actions were approved by the commissioners present.

• Approved motion making Commissioner Colon acting chairman
• Approved acceptance of October 16 and October 31 minutes (items 1‑2)
• Approved acceptance of communications items 3‑10
• Approved acceptance of new rental increase complaints items 11‑15
• Approved acceptance of resolved matters items 16‑20
• Approved marking item 21 as resolved after tenant withdrawal
• Approved dismissal of complaint 23 due to default
• Approved resolution authorizing a closed executive session

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on November 12, 2025 to hear citizen comments and review pending applications. It will consider resolutions for a redevelopment plan covering Block 3212, Lots 21 & 23 (91‑95 Paulison Avenue) and Block 3256, Lots 51, 54, 67, 70, 72, & 76 (Orchard Street & Westervelt Place). The board will also vote on memorializing the 2025 Pedestrian Master Plan Element and on extending approval for 3X Summer LLC.

• Resolution for redevelopment of Block 3212, Lots 21 & 23 (91‑95 Paulison Avenue)
• Resolution for redevelopment of Block 3256, Lots 51, 54, 67, 70, 72, & 76 (Orchard Street & Westervelt Place)
• Resolution to memorialize the 2025 Pedestrian Master Plan Element
• Matter of 3X Summer LLC – extension of approval

City Council

The Passaic City Council will vote on two ordinance amendments—one changing disabled parking designations and another adding a bus stop on Lexington Avenue. It will also adopt a series of resolutions authorizing contracts and funding, including a $125,000 grant for the HOPWA housing program, a $325,000 engineering services contract, and a $31,900 change order for Hammond Avenue drainage improvements. Additional items include refunds, appointments, and various agency notices.

• Ordinance 2502-25 amending the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Ordinance 2503-25 adding a bus stop on Lexington Avenue
• Resolution awarding $125,000 to the HOPWA program for housing assistance for persons with HIV/AIDS
• Resolution awarding a contract to NEGLIA GROUP for professional engineering services up to $325,000
• Resolution authorizing a change order increasing the Hammond Avenue drainage improvements contract by $31,900

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The City of Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment's regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., to be held virtually via Zoom. Records of the cancelled meeting can be inspected by contacting the board secretary.

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2025. It will hear a series of rent‑increase dispute hearings and new complaints from tenants across Passaic. The board will also vote on a resolution to open a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Resolution (Item 20) authorizing a closed executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.
• Hearing of rent‑increase violation at 381 Harrison St, Apt 6 (increase $1,650.00 to $1,782.00, 7.69%).
• Hearing of rent‑increase violation at 114 Autumn St, Apt B1 (increase $998.00 to $1,058.00, 6%).
• Rent‑increase dispute at 70 Passaic St, Apt 5 (increase $1,493.00 to $2,000.00, 34%).
• Below‑market rent increase approval at 19 Brinkerhoff Place, Apt 1 (capped $1,496.00, 20% increase).

The Rent Leveling Board adopted a resolution to vacate a prior resolution concerning 118 Richard Street, Apt. 15, and set a final hearing for December 11, 2025, directing both landlord and tenant to appear. The board also adopted a resolution authorizing a closed executive session on October 30, 2025, though no closed session was actually held. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted resolution to vacate prior resolution for 118 Richard St. Apt 15 (Docket PAS‑RLB‑0043‑25)
• Set final hearing for Dec 11 2025, directing landlord and tenant to appear
• Authorized closed executive session on Oct 30 2025 (none held)
• Motion to adjourn adopted

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board will hold a special meeting on October 30, 2025. During the meeting the board will consider a resolution to authorize a closed executive session. The closed session would allow discussion of pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The public portion will be held before the closed session and residents may comment via Zoom.

• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session of the Rent Leveling Board
• Discussion of pending litigation
• Discussion of contract negotiations
• Discussion of personnel matters

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustments will hold a virtual meeting on Oct. 28, 2025. It will approve the minutes from the March 11, April 8, and May 27, 2025 board meetings. The board will also discuss rezoning matters for 71 Kruger Place (R‑2 zone) and 118 President Street (R‑3 zone).

• Approve minutes of the March 11, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Approve minutes of the April 8, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Approve minutes of the May 27, 2025 Zoning Board meeting
• Consider rezoning of 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29 in the R‑2 zone
• Consider rezoning of 118 President Street, Block 4061, Lot 11 in the R‑3 zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council meeting will consider a series of routine resolutions and contract awards, including a $984,465.06 contract for roadway improvements on Lafayette Avenue, Oak Street, and other streets. Additional items include tax refunds for two disabled veterans, a $90,000 contract for municipal court prosecutors, and a $24,445 bike‑share program purchase. The agenda also contains three ordinance readings, one of which adds a bus stop on Lexington Avenue.

• Resolution awarding $984,465.06 contract to Smith‑Sondy Asphalt Construction Co. for NJDOT roadway improvements on multiple Passaic streets
• Resolution authorizing tax refunds of $3,620.16 and $687.12 for two 100% disabled veterans
• Resolution awarding up to $90,000 contract to Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, LLC and James Pomaco, Esq. for two municipal court prosecutors
• Resolution awarding $24,445 contract to Dynamic Bicycles for bike‑share program bicycles in the UEZ business area
• Ordinance adding a bus stop on Lexington Avenue to the city code

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will appoint a Class IV Commissioner. It will consider extensions of resolutions for two R-3 zone applications at 234 Harrison Street and 210 Summer Street. The board will also discuss the 2025 Pedestrian Master Plan.

• Appointment of a Class IV Commissioner
• Resolution extension for Docket PB21-07, 234 Harrison Street, R-3 zone
• Resolution extension for Docket PB21-015, 210 Summer Street, R-3 zone
• Discussion of the 2025 Pedestrian Master Plan

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review the meeting minutes from its March 11, April 8, May 13, and May 27, 2025 sessions. It will then consider two zoning applications: Matter of ZB25-10 for 23‑27 Liberty Street, Block 3272.01, Lot 1 & 36 in the M‑2 Zone, and Matter of 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29 in the R‑2 Zone.

• Review and approve minutes from the March 11, April 8, May 13, and May 27, 2025 Zoning Board meetings
• Consider Matter of ZB25-10 for 23‑27 Liberty Street, Block 3272.01, Lot 1 & 36, M‑2 Zone
• Consider Matter of 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29, R‑2 Zone

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board meeting will consider a series of rent‑increase violation hearings and below‑market rent increase applications. It will also adopt a resolution authorizing a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. All items are listed on the agenda for the October 16, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution authorizing a closed executive session (Item 20) to discuss litigation, contracts, and personnel matters
• Rent increase violation hearing for 381 Harrison St, Apt 6 – increase from $1,650.00 to $1,782.00 (7.69%)
• Rent increase violation hearing for 114 Autumn St, Apt B1 – increase from $998.00 to $1,058.00 (6%)
• Below‑market rent increase approval for 19 Brinkerhoff Place, Apt 1 – capped at $1,496.00 (20% increase) with credit provisions
• Rent increase violation decision for 194 9th St, Apt 1 Rear – rent capped at $901.00 with a $498 credit to the tenant

The Rent Leveling Board accepted several pending communications and new rental‑increase complaints. It adjourned multiple hearings to November 13, 2025, and approved a resolution to hold a closed executive session for litigation and contract matters. The board also set rent caps and tenant credits for apartments found to be in violation of the rent‑increase ordinance.

• Accepted items 2‑10 under Communications (motion passed)
• Accepted items 11‑14 under New Rental Increase Complaints (motion passed)
• Adjourned hearing for 70 Passaic St Apt 5 to Nov 13 2025 (motion passed)
• Approved resolution authorizing a closed executive session (motion passed)
• Capped rent at $901/month (6% increase) for 194 9th St Apt 1 Rear; tenant credit $498 (motion passed)
• Capped rent at $1,378/month (6% increase) for 194 9th St Apt 1 Front; tenant credit for overages (motion passed)
• Capped rent at $1,696/month (6% increase) for 236 Monroe St Apt 3; tenant credit for overages (motion passed)
• Capped rent at $1,590/month (6% increase) for 212 Central Ave 2nd Fl; tenant credit $410 (motion passed)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board has rescheduled its regular meeting from October 6 to October 16, 2025. The meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers at Passaic City Hall.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for Thursday October 16, 2025 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom was cancelled. The next meeting of the ABC Board will be held on Thursday November 13, 2025 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom. No agenda items were listed.

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board’s regular meeting was originally set for Oct 9, 2025 at 7 PM, but has been moved to Oct 6, 2025 at 7 PM. The meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers at Passaic City Hall. No specific agenda items are listed in this notice.

City Council

The City Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance regarding disabled parking designations and vote on multiple professional service and infrastructure contracts. The body will also review applications for religious processions and promotional events.

• Contract for new concession stand at Carnie Bragg Memorial Park: $858,000
• General Legal Counsel contract (PRB Attorneys at Law LLC): not to exceed $350,000
• Shuttle services for UEZ Business Area Transportation Project (ProPark): $649,964
• Contract for auditing services (Lerch, Vinci & Bliss LLP): $92,000
• Ordinance No. 2500-25 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission is meeting to process license renewals and transfers. The board will also review a police report and a corporate structure change application.

• Person-to-person transfer of license No. 1607-44-084-006 from Maya Reyan Inc to Divine Lotus Spirit LLC (Dannys Liquors)
• Person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of license No. 1607-33-031-011 to Buenaazo Restaurant LLC at 87 Broadway
• Corporate structure change application for R K S Liquors Inc (Sunnys Liquors) at 201 Parker Ave
• Police Report No 25-60435 regarding Michelle Nicolett and Lewis LLC (La Rumba Bar Restaurant) at 234 Monroe St
• Issuance and renewal of licenses for JJR Entertainment LLC

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board unanimously adopted several resolutions renewing existing liquor licenses for the 2023‑2024, 2024‑2025, 2025‑2026 terms and granting a new license to JJR Entertainment LLC. It also approved a person‑to‑person transfer of license 1607‑44‑084‑006 to The Divine Lotus Spirit LLC. All actions were passed with all members voting “Aye.”

• Approved Resolution No. 017-25 granting a new 2022‑2023 license to JJR Entertainment LLC – all members voting Aye
• Approved Renewal Resolution No. 018-25 renewing JJR Entertainment LLC license for 2023‑2024 – all members voting Aye
• Approved Renewal Resolution No. 019-25 renewing JJR Entertainment LLC license for 2024‑2025 – all members voting Aye
• Approved Renewal Resolution No. 020-25 granting licenses for the 2024‑2025 term to listed applicants – all members voting Aye
• Approved Renewal Resolution No. 021-25 granting licenses for the 2025‑2026 term to listed applicants – all members voting Aye
• Approved Distribution Liquor Licenses Renewal for 2025‑2026 to six listed licensees – all members voting Aye
• Approved Resolution No. 022-25 transferring license 1607‑44‑084‑006 from Maya Reyan Inc. to The Divine Lotus Spirit LLC – all members voting Aye

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet virtually to discuss the conversion of existing buildings into schools. The board will also review meeting minutes from late 2024 and early 2025 and a resolution for a property on Pleasant Avenue.

• Application ZB25-10: Convert warehouse at 23-27 Liberty Street into an all-boys High School
• Application ZB24-09: Convert residential building at 135 Passaic Avenue into a school
• Resolution ZB25-09: Matter regarding 30 Pleasant Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council will vote on several ordinances, contract awards and resolutions, including a $14,973,790 solid waste tipping fees contract. It will also consider parking fee amendments, a new stop sign at Monroe Street, and lead‑hazard remediation contracts. Additional items include grant applications, event permits and routine administrative matters.

• Ordinance No. 2495‑25 adds State Street Municipal Parking Deck fees
• Ordinance No. 2496‑25 adds a stop sign at Monroe Street & Hope Avenue
• Resolution awarding Island Environmental LLC up to $200,000 for lead‑hazard construction manager services
• Resolution awarding John Garcia LLC $254,460 for sanitary and storm sewer system improvements
• Resolution awarding Reworld of Florham Park $14,973,790 for solid waste tipping fees

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will consider multiple rent‑increase violation notices and dispute hearings, including new complaints and previously resolved matters. Items range from rent hikes of 6% to over 50% at addresses such as 72‑74 Main Ave and 70 Passaic Street. The board also adopts a resolution to hold a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Rent‑increase violation at 72‑74 Main Ave, Apt. G: $982 → $1,178 (19.96% increase) – Docket PAS‑RLB‑0058‑25
• Rent‑increase violation at 280 Gregory Ave, Apt. 409: $1,400 → $1,500 (7.14% increase) – Docket PAS‑RLB‑0057‑25
• Rent‑increase dispute hearing at 70 Passaic St, Apt. 5: $1,493 → $2,000 (34% increase) – Docket PAS‑RLB‑0034‑25
• Resolution authorizing a closed executive session on July 10, 2025 and thereafter for litigation, contract and personnel matters – Resolution 37
• Reviving a previously resolved dispute at 118 Richard St, Apt. 15: $1,625 → $1,875 (15.38% increase) – Docket PAS‑RLB‑0043‑25

The Rent Leveling Board approved the communications items 2‑7 and the resolved‑matter items 8‑19, which cover multiple rent‑increase cases. Specific rent increases were approved for 194 9th Street, 236 Monroe Street, and 212 Central Avenue. The board denied a rent increase for 61 Richard Street, keeping the rent at $1,300. The meeting agenda was reordered and a hearing on 70 Passaic Street was adjourned to October 16 for additional evidence.

• Approved communications items 2‑7 (rent‑increase notices)
• Approved resolved‑matter items 8‑19 (various rent disputes)
• Approved rent increase for 194 9th St Apt 1 rear to $1,150 (35.29% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 236 Monroe St Apt 3 to $2,000 (25% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 212 Central Ave 2nd Fl to $2,000 (33% increase)
• Denied rent increase for 61 Richard St, keeping rent at $1,300
• Adjourned hearing on 70 Passaic St to Oct 16 for supplemental evidence
• Modified agenda order to place Decisions after Resolved Matters

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board will consider a series of rent‑increase violation cases and new complaints. It will also vote on a resolution to hold a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The meeting includes public comment, resolved matters, new complaints, and hearings on rent‑increase disputes.

• Review rent‑increase violation at 72‑74 Main Ave (increase $982 → $1,178, 19.96%)
• Review rent‑increase violation at 280 Gregory Ave Apt. 409 (increase $1,400 → $1,500, 7.14%)
• Hearing on rent‑increase dispute at 70 Passaic St Apt. 5 (increase $1,493 → $2,000, 34%)
• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session for litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters
• Review rent‑increase violation at 59 Bond Apt. 3 (increase $1,600 → $1,700, 6.25%)

The Rent Leveling Board approved the items listed in the Communications section (items 2‑7) and the Resolved Matters section (items 8‑19). It also approved several specific rent‑increase decisions for properties on 9th Street, Monroe Street, and Central Avenue, as well as below‑market rent applications for units at 19 Brinkerhoff Place. A motion to adjourn the matter to October 16, 2025 was also adopted.

• Approved items 2‑7 in Communications
• Approved items 8‑19 in Resolved Matters
• Approved rent increase for 194 9th St Apt 1 Rear to $1,150 (35.29% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 194 9th St Apt 1 Front to $1,500 (15.38% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 194 9th St Apt 2 Front to $1,400 (34.62% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 236 Monroe St Apt 3 to $2,000 (25% increase)
• Approved rent increase for 212 Central Ave 2nd Fl to $2,000 (33% increase)
• Approved below‑market rent applications for 19 Brinkerhoff Place Apt 1 and Apt 3

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on September 3, 2025, at 6:30 PM via Zoom. The agenda consists solely of procedural items and does not include any applications, resolutions, or public hearings for decision-making.

• Appointment of Class IV Commissioner proposed
• Docket PB25-02 (Orchard Street & Westervelt Place) listed under Applications but no details provided

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to discuss land use applications and resolutions. The board will review specific properties in R-1, R-2, and M-1 zones.

• Old Business: 30 Pleasant Avenue, Block 3304, Lot 12 (R-1 Zone)
• Resolution: 71 Kruger Place, Block 2195.03, Lot 29 (R-2 Zone)
• Resolution: 757 River Drive Realty LLC, Block 1326, Lot 6 (M-1 Zone)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the CY 2025 municipal budget. The body is also considering ordinances to reduce maximum allowable rental increases and exceed budget appropriation limits.

• Adoption of the CY 2025 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 2494-25 to reduce maximum allowable rental increases
• Contract for Tennyson Park playground improvements awarded to Green Valley Group, Inc. for $641,875.00
• Contract for three LED message boards (Daktronics) not to exceed $147,164.00
• Contract for seven pay stations at Main Avenue lots (Mackay Meters) not to exceed $44,975.00

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to address old business and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary application involves a resolution extension request for a property in the M-1 Zone.

• Resolution Extension Request for Docket ZB24-05, 715-765 (Old) River Drive, Block 1326, Lot 6
• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet virtually to consider several land use applications and reviews. The board will discuss a residential subdivision and a rehabilitation area determination.

• Subdivision of 82 Brook Avenue (Block 1295.01, Lot 78) to create two lots and a single-family dwelling
• Courtesy Review of Passaic County Community College Passaic Campus at 2 Paulison Avenue
• Preliminary Investigation for Determination of Area in Need of Rehabilitation for Block 3212, lots 21 and 23
• Appointment of Class IV Commissioner
• Resolutions regarding Casimir Pulaski School NO. 8 and Passaic High School Subdivision

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a rent stabilization ordinance submitted via initiative petition. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and public safety equipment purchases.

• Ordinance adopting Chapter 231 'Rent Stabilization' via initiative petition
• Contract for surveillance cameras at State and Passaic Street parking deck for $125,000.00
• Purchase of four Ford vehicles from All American Fleet for $294,886.40
• Contract for surveillance cameras at various locations for $246,278.28
• Contract for Howard Avenue tennis courts improvements for $141,662.56

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to discuss two land-use applications. The board will also review meeting minutes from October and November 2024.

• Docket ZB24-09: Proposal to convert a residential building at 135 Passaic Avenue into a school
• Docket ZB25-06: Proposal to construct a two-family dwelling at 71 Kruger Place

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a special hearing to address a formal complaint filed by five tenants against Xdev at Market, LLC. The tenants allege that yearly rental increases exceeded legal provisions and seek determinations on lawful rent, rent credits, and fines.

• Hearing: Guillermo Arriaga, et al. vs. Xdev at Market, LLC (Docket PAS-RLB-0001-24) regarding 96 Market Street
• Tenants seek determination of lawful rent and potential rent credits for apartments 1, 10, 13, 16, and 18
• Tenants request fines against landlord for ordinance violations under § 231-7 and § 231-14
• Tenants allege landlord violated anti-harassment provision § 231-13 via eviction complaints and notices
• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel

The Rent Leveling Board heard the case of several tenants versus Xdev at Market, LLC but did not issue a final ruling. The board reserved judgment on the merits until additional items—standing, liability summary, damage calculations, and a motion to close the hearing—are submitted. A resolution to allow a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters was also considered.

• Reserved decision on merits of tenant complaints pending required submissions (outcome recorded as reservation)
• Resolution to authorize closed executive session considered (outcome not recorded)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a special hearing regarding Arriaga vs Xdev. The board may also enter a closed executive session to discuss personnel, contract negotiations, and litigation.

• Hearing on Arriaga vs Xdev, 96 Market Street
• Resolution to authorize closed executive session

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider a land use application and approve previous meeting minutes. The board is reviewing one specific property matter in the R-3 Zone.

• Application for 40 Tulip Street (Docket ZB25-08, Block 2174, Lot 10)

City Council

The City Council will present the 2025 preliminary budget and consider an ordinance to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits. The body will also vote on various equipment purchases for police and fire departments and several professional service contracts.

• Introduction of the CY 2025 Municipal Budget
• Purchase of three 2025 Ford Mach-E electric GT vehicles, one F-250, and two Ford Explorers for $302,920.35 total
• Contract for Main Avenue and Pennington Avenue Pocket Park design and construction management for $67,487.00
• Purchase of 23 replacement bulletproof vests for the Police Department for $28,773.75
• Grant application for Passaic UEZ Carnie Bragg Park Phase 2 funding up to $600,000

The Passaic City Council granted approval for several community event applications, including a flag‑raising ceremony, two parade requests, a health fair, and a National Night Out. The Council also accepted the resignation of a Planning Board member and reappointed five Planning Board commissioners for new terms. All approvals were made by motion and seconded without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved NJ Peruvians Inc. flag‑raising ceremony on July 19, 2025 (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Approved parade applications from NJ Peruvians Inc. and Peruvian Parade Inc. for July 27, 2025 (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Approved City of Passaic WIC Office health fair on August 21, 2025 (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Approved City of Passaic Police Department National Night Out on August 5, 2025 (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Approved Assemblyman Gary Schaer’s Community Resource Fair on July 31, 2025 (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Accepted resignation of Kenneth A. Simpson from the Planning Board (motion by Love, seconded by Melo)
• Reappointed Bonnita‑Keawon Cuello, Carlos Lopez, Kevin Enrique, Shaun Witten, and Sardis Cruz‑Perez to the Planning Board (motion by Mayer, seconded by Melo)
• Filed various inter‑municipal notices and reports from neighboring boroughs and commissions (motion by Melo, seconded by Mayer)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold hearings regarding various rent increase disputes and below-market rent increase applications. The board will also review new complaints alleging ordinance violations for rent increases ranging from 8.96% to 35.60%.

• Below market rent increase applications for 19 Brinkerhoff Place (Apts 1-5)
• Rent increase dispute at 60 Wall Street: $1,300 to $2,200 (69% increase)
• Rent increase dispute at 61 Richard Street: $1,300 to $2,000 (53.9% increase)
• New complaint for 59 Bond Street, Apt 5: $1,475 to $2,000 (35.60% increase)
• Resolutions to accept below market rent increase applications for 216 4th Street (Apts 1, 2, and 4)

The Rent Leveling Board named Commissioner Colon as acting chairman and approved the minutes from the May 1, May 27 and June 2 meetings. It also approved a series of communications notices, resolved matters, and new rental‑increase complaints. The board closed the hearing on the 347 Aycrigg Ave case and withheld a decision, and it adjourned several pending items to the September 11 meeting.

• Appointed Commissioner Colon as acting chairman
• Approved minutes for May 1, May 27 and June 2 meetings
• Approved communications items 2‑15 (various rent‑increase notices)
• Approved resolved‑matter items 16, 18‑20
• Approved new rental‑increase complaint items 21‑24
• Closed hearing on item 36 (347 Aycrigg Ave) and withheld decision
• Adjourned item 25(b) to September 11, 2025
• Withheld decision on items 25 a, c, d, e pending additional evidence

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to review land use applications. The board will consider site plan approval and variances for a residential project and another zoning matter.

• Docket ZB25-06: Request for site plan approval and dimensional variances for a two-family dwelling at 71 Kruger Place
• Docket ZB25-08: Zoning matter for 40 Tulip Street

Planning Board

The Planning Board will meet virtually to hear an application for properties at Orchard Street and Westervelt Place. The board will also consider a resolution for 70 Richard Street and conduct consistency reviews for two schools.

• Application for Orchard Street & Westervelt Place (Block 3256, Lots 51, 54, 67, 70, 72, & 76)
• Resolution for 70 Richard Street (Block 3271.01, Lot 24)
• Consistency Review of Casimir Pulaski School #8 at 96 Fourth Street
• Consistency Review of Passaic High School at 170 Paulison Avenue

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to Mayor-elect Hector C. Lora and three council members. The body will nominate a Council President and vote on several annual resolutions and ordinances.

• Ordinance 2487-25 to amend the salary of the Mayor
• Ordinance 2488-25 to revise fire inspection and propane/generator device fees
• Ordinance 2484-25 to relocate a bus stop on Broadway
• Application for a festival at Third Ward Park on July 13, 2025
• Appointments to the Planning Board and Redevelopment Agency

The Passaic City Council held its re‑organization meeting on July 1, 2025. It designated Gary S. Schaer as council president, approved official newspapers, appointed a planning‑board representative and a redevelopment‑agency commissioner, and adopted three ordinances altering a bus stop location, residential parking permit rules, and disabled‑person parking designations.

• Designated Gary S. Schaer as Council President (Resolution 25-07-148)
• Authorized North Jersey Herald News, The Record, El Especial/Especialito, and Poder Latino USA as official newspapers (Resolution 25-07-149)
• Appointed Council Member Maritza Colon-Montanez as the City Council’s representative to the Planning Board (Resolution 25-07-150)
• Consented to the appointment of Daniel Schwartz to the Passaic Redevelopment Agency (Resolution 25-07-151)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2484-25 to relocate the bus stop on Broadway
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2485-25 to amend residential parking permit requirements
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2486-25 to change the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider applications and resolutions. The primary item is a request for building expansions and site improvements at a specific R-3 Zone property.

• Docket ZB25-08: Minor building expansions, playground improvements, parking, fencing, and a storage shed at 40 Tulip Street (Block 2174, Lot 10)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several construction and equipment contracts and applying for various state transportation grants. The body will also consider honorary street namings and amendments to city traffic and parking codes.

• Contract for Garfield Avenue East Side Culvert Repair and Revitalization Project with CMS Construction, Inc. for $80,985.00
• Contract for Summer Food Program 2025 pre-packaged meals with Nu-Way Concessionaire for an estimated $173,614.75
• Grant application for Passaic UEZ Business Area Transportation Project Phase 2 for $995,000.00
• Contract for 60 new fire helmets and 100 firefighter hoods with AA Emergency Supply Co., Inc. for $36,240.00
• Honorary street namings for the corners of Monroe Street/Columbia Avenue and Lexington Avenue/President Street

The City Council approved the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $2,000.00 cash bond refund to Rana Samaj and a $28.00 marriage‑license fee refund to Jannelle Herbert. Multiple applications for public events and proclamations were received and placed on file with approval granted. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Love, seconded by Melo)
• Approved cash bond refund of $2,000.00 to Rana Samaj (motion by Love, seconded by Garcia)
• Approved marriage‑license fee refund of $28.00 to Jannelle Herbert (motion by Love, seconded by Garcia)
• Approved receipt and filing of Juneteenth Festival & Fireworks application (City Recreation Dept.)
• Approved receipt and filing of Juneteenth Celebration application (Passaic NAACP)
• Approved receipt and filing of Outdoor Worship Service application (Christian Pentecostal Church)
• Approved receipt and filing of Honorary Street Naming (Montiel Street) application (City Administration)
• Approved receipt and filing of multiple community event applications (various churches, housing authority, schools)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will discuss the renewal of plenary retail consumption, distribution, and club licenses for the term starting July 1, 2025. The board will also review correspondence regarding the expiration of inactive 'pocket' licenses.

• Correspondence regarding inactive 'pocket' license expirations for Jefe Group LLC, JJR Entertainment LLC, Taqueria Los Amigos VM LLC, The Guest List LLC, WFB Pubs Corporation, Lajas Social Civic Club, and Tanya Mi Nina, LLC
• Renewal resolution for Plenary Retail Consumption Licenses (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Renewal resolution for Plenary Retail Distribution Licenses (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Renewal resolution for Club Licenses (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Resolution for 2025-2026 renewal licenses pending tax clearance

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board adopted renewal resolutions for retail consumption, retail distribution, and club licenses for the July 1 2025 – June 30 2026 term. It also adopted a resolution for licenses pending tax‑clearance and approved the place‑to‑place transfer of license 1607‑33‑088‑007 to Jefe Group LLC T/A Galleria. All motions passed with unanimous “Aye” votes.

• Adopted Renewal Resolution No. 012‑25 for plenary retail consumption licenses (all members Aye)
• Adopted Renewal Resolution No. 013‑25 for plenary retail distribution licenses (all members Aye)
• Adopted Renewal Resolution No. 014‑25 for club licenses (all members Aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 015‑25 for licenses pending tax clearance, conditional on receipt by June 30 2025 (all members Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 016‑25 transferring license 1607‑33‑088‑007 to Jefe Group LLC T/A Galleria (all members Aye)
• Removed closed‑session resolution from agenda (all members Aye)
• Added agenda item 6A for place‑to‑place license transfer (no objections)
• Ordered communication to listed licensees regarding inactive pocket license expiration (all members Aye)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider three land-use applications. The board will review requests for properties in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 zones.

• Docket ZB25-02: 149 Amsterdam Street (R-1 Zone)
• Docket ZB25-05: 78 Park Avenue (R-2 Zone)
• Docket ZB25-08: 40 Tulip Street (R-3 Zone) regarding building expansions, playground improvements, parking, fencing, and a storage shed

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 05, 2025, has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board reviewed and approved a development application for a property in the R-3 Zone. The board also memorialized a resolution for a property in the Main Avenue Redevelopment Area.

• Approved application for 70 Richard Street (Block 3271.01, Lot 24) with conditions regarding stormwater management, garage use, and fire prevention
• Memorialized resolution for Docket#PB25-05 at 688 Main Avenue (Block 1130, Lots 13 & 16)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will review several new rental increase complaints and hold hearings for below-market rent increase applications. The board is also considering a resolution to enter a closed executive session to discuss litigation, personnel, and contracts.

• Hearings for below-market rent increases at 216 4th Street
• Rent increase complaint at 194 9th Street with increases up to 35.29%
• Rent increase complaint at 296 Passaic Street for a 25% increase to $2,100
• Rent increase complaint at 236 Monroe Street for a 25% increase to $2,000
• Rent increase complaint at 212 Central Ave for a 33% increase to $2,000

The Rent Leveling Board voted to approve items 1‑3 in the Communications section, all nine rental increase complaints presented in Section VII, and all pending hearing items listed in Section IX. It also gave conditional provisional approval for three applications at 216 4th Street pending inspection reports. Additional motions to return to a public meeting and to adjourn were also approved.

• Approved items 1‑3 in V. Communications (3‑0)
• Approved all rental increase complaints in VII (3‑0)
• Conditional provisional approval for Apt 1 & 2 at 216 4th Street (3‑0)
• Conditional provisional approval for Apt 4 at 216 4th Street (3‑0)
• Approved all pending hearing items in IX (3‑0)
• Approved motion to return to public meeting (3‑0)
• Approved adjournment (3‑0)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board has rescheduled its regular meeting from June 5 to June 2, 2025. The meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers at Passaic City Hall.

• Formal action will be taken

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a special hearing regarding a complaint filed by five tenants against Xdev at Market, LLC. The board will determine lawful rent amounts, potential rent credits, and whether the landlord violated anti-harassment and rent increase ordinances.

• Hearing for Guillermo Arriaga, et al. vs. XDEV AT MARKET, LLC (Docket PAS-RLB-0001-24)
• Review of rental increases at 96 Market Street
• Determination of lawful rent for apartments 1, 10, 13, 16, and 18
• Assessment of potential fines against landlord under § 231-7 and § 231-14
• Review of alleged anti-harassment ordinance violations (§ 231-13)

The Rent Leveling Board adopted a resolution authorizing a closed executive session to address pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. Motions to resume the meeting and to adjourn were both approved. Testimony for two tenant cases (Apt. 1 and Apt. 16) was postponed to the next session. Several exhibits were admitted as evidence, with some requiring post‑hearing submissions.

• Authorized closed executive session for litigation, contracts, personnel (approved)
• Motion to resume meeting passed (approved)
• Motion to adjourn passed (approved)
• Postponed hearing testimony for Apt. 1 (Facunda Simon) to next session
• Postponed hearing testimony for Apt. 16 (Javier Arriaga) to next session
• Accepted tenant Exhibit 1 (Proof of Address) and Exhibit 7 (Rent Lease) as evidence
• Accepted XDEV Exhibit 1 (Spreadsheet) pending post‑hearing documentation
• Accepted multiple tenant exhibits (rent receipts, statements, annual increase) as evidence

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board will hold a special virtual meeting to authorize a closed executive session discussing pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The public portion of the meeting will include participation opportunities via Zoom or phone.

• Resolution authorizing closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will meet via Zoom to conduct a special session. The agenda includes a resolution to enter a closed executive session to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The Rent Leveling Board held a special Zoom meeting on May 27, 2025. The board approved a motion to return to a public meeting, with three votes in favor. The board then approved a motion to adjourn, also with three votes in favor. No members of the public commented and the next meeting is set for May 29, 2025.

• Approved motion to return to public meeting (3 votes for)
• Approved motion to adjourn (3 votes for)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on May 27, 2025, at 7:00 PM to review four pending zoning applications. The board will follow standard procedural steps including opening statements, a pledge, and roll call before discussing new business and applications.

• Docket ZB25-02: 149 Amsterdam Street, R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB25-05: 78 Park Avenue, R-2 Zone
• Docket ZB25-06: 71 Kruger Place, R-2 Zone
• Docket ZB25-03: 101 Hammond Avenue, R-2 Zone (Lots 4, 6, & 9)

City Council

The City Council will hold a final reading for an ordinance regarding disabled parking designations. The body is also considering several contracts for road improvements, vaccine procurement, and youth employment.

• Ordinance No. 2483-25 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number
• Contract for 2025 NJDOT Safe Streets to Transit Program awarded to Neglia Group not to exceed $56,162.00
• Vaccine delivery contracts awarded to Sanofi ($27,652.91) and GSK ($3,237.69)
• Resolution authorizing the issuance of estimated tax bills
• Application for a new 2025 Entertainment License for DMM INN Inc. t/a Foxes Place

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2483-25, amending the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number. The council also approved several community event applications and a new entertainment license, all contingent on departmental approvals. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2483-25 amending disabled parking designation (adopted on second reading)
• Approved Mayor Lora’s Youth Council 5K run application for Third Ward Park (contingent upon departmental approvals)
• Approved Passaic Preparatory Academy school picnic application for Third Ward Park (contingent upon departmental approvals)
• Approved Brothers United in Christ outdoor service application (contingent upon departmental approvals)
• Approved DMM INN Inc. (Foxes Place) new entertainment license for 2025
• Approved Brightstone Hall outdoor bonfire with music event application (contingent upon departmental approvals)
• Filed and approved proclamation honoring Mrs. Muriel Louise Pereira Hunter’s 90th birthday
• Filed and approved notice of Soil Remedial Action Permit for former Briggs Welding site

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The ABC Commission will consider a resolution approving a person-to-person transfer of a liquor license at 570 Main Avenue, from Alebrije 570 LLC to Entre Pisco & Nazca Gastrobar Corporation, operating as Destino Gastro Bar. Also on the agenda is an order from the NJ Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding a failure to timely renew a license for the 2022-2023 term. The board will also vote on a closed session resolution to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters.

• Resolution to approve person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-057-011 from Alebrije 570 LLC to Entre Pisco & Nazca Gastrobar Corporation t/a Destino Gastro Bar, 570 Main Ave.
• Order Granting Relief under N.J.S.A. 33:1-12.18 for failure to timely renew License No. 1607-33-074-006 (Docket No. 09-23775)
• Resolution to meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters
• Meeting held via Zoom (ID: 843 6428 4142)

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board removed a resolution authorizing a closed‑session meeting from the agenda. The board placed a communication from the State of New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control on the record. It then approved Resolution No. 011‑25, transferring License No. 1607‑33‑057‑011 from Alebrije 570 LLC to Entre Pisco & Nazca Gastrobar Corp t/a Destino Gastro Bar, effective May 15 2025.

• Removed closed‑session authorization resolution from agenda (all members Aye)
• Filed State of NJ Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control communication (all members Aye)
• Approved Transfer of License No. 1607‑33‑057‑011 to Entre Pisco & Nazca Gastrobar Corp (all members Aye)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to adopt resolutions on three prior dockets (127 Highland Ave, 715-765 River Dr, and 227 High St) and schedule a new application for 78 Park Avenue. The board will also re-appoint commissioners and select a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary for the coming term.

• Resolution on Docket ZB20-06 at 127 Highland Avenue, Block 4062, Lot 49 (R-3 Zone)
• Resolution on Docket ZB24-05 at 715-765 River Drive, Block 1326, Lot 6 (M-1 Zone)
• Resolution on Docket ZB24-12 at 227 High Street, Block 3625, Lot 84 (R-1 Zone)
• Application Docket ZB25-03 for 101 Hammond Avenue, Block 2196.01, Lots 4, 6, and 9 (R-2 Zone)
• Re-appointment of board commissioners and selection of chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to hear two new applications and vote on four resolutions. These items involve property developments and redevelopment areas within the city.

• Application for 688 Main Avenue (Docket #PB25-05)
• Application for Orchard Street & Westervelt Place (Docket #PB25-02)
• Resolution for 392 Lafayette Avenue (Docket #PB24-08)
• Resolution for 301 Highland Avenue (Docket #PB24-11)
• Resolution for Passaic Train Station Concession Stand at 261 Van Houten Avenue

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: lithium-ion battery safety regulations and disabled parking changes. They will vote on several resolutions, including a $52,722 change order for the parking deck at Passaic and State Street, a $17,800 sidewalk replacement contract on Passaic Street and Main Avenue, and a $120,000 telecom services contract. Also up for discussion are grant applications, tax appeal settlements, and permits for a July Family Festival and a bonfire event.

• Ordinance No. 2481-25: adding lithium-ion battery safety regulations to fire prevention code (public hearing)
• Resolution awarding $17,800 contract for construction management of sidewalk replacement on Passaic Street and Main Avenue
• Resolution authorizing Change Order #11 ($5,664) and #12 ($47,058.85) for parking deck at Passaic and State Street, raising contract to $13,633,786.26
• Resolution authorizing $120,000 telecom services contract with Data Network Solutions over 20 months
• Application for July Family Festival (July 3-7) with fireworks on July 4, and bonfire event at 181 Lafayette Avenue on May 15

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet virtually to consider two land-use applications. The board will review requests to develop a vacant lot and open a business in existing buildings.

• Docket# ZB26-02: Proposal to convert a vacant lot at 118 Elmwood Avenue into a single-family home
• Docket# ZB26-04: Proposal to open a child day care facility at 1-19 Parker Avenue (AKA 168 Monroe Street)

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board will meet on May 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM in City Hall to consider 12 new rental increase complaints, hear several rent increase disputes and below-market rent applications, and approve minutes from April 8, 2025. The agenda includes a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The Board will also acknowledge resolved matters from prior meetings.

• New complaint at 28-30 Sherman St, Unit 8: rent increase from $950 to $1,700 (79% increase)
• New complaint at 60 Wall Street: rent increase from $1,300 to $2,200 (69% increase)
• Hearing on below-market rent applications for three units at 216 4th Street (proposed increases up to 74.4%)
• Hearing on rent increase dispute at 70 Passaic Street, Unit 2 (40.1% increase)
• Resolution authorizing closed executive session for pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The Rent Leveling Board voted 3‑0 to approve communications items 2‑7, resolved matters items 8‑17, and new rental increase complaints items 18‑28. It also voted 3‑0 to deny two below‑market rent increase applications for 40‑44 4th Street. Additional actions included adjournment of a hearing for 70 Passaic Street Unit 2 and acceptance of a withdrawn complaint for 41 Highland Avenue.

• Approved communications items 2‑7 (rent violation notices) (3‑0)
• Approved resolved matters items 8‑17 (various rent disputes) (3‑0)
• Approved new rental increase complaints items 18‑28 (3‑0)
• Denied below‑market rent increase applications for 40‑44 4th Street (3‑0)
• Adjourned hearing for 70 Passaic Street Unit 2 (3‑0)
• Accepted withdrawal of complaint for 41 Highland Avenue (3‑0)
• Approved adjournment of hearings items 30‑31 (3‑0)
• Approved consent to approve items 8‑17 in VI. Resolved Matters (3‑0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The regularly scheduled meeting for April 22, 2025 was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The board will consider rescheduling applications at the next meeting on May 13, 2025.

• Docket #ZB25-05: Variance request to expand a one-family home at 78 Park Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider resolutions awarding contracts, including a $288,641 parking deck access and revenue control system, a $76,280 police radio room upgrade, and an $18,000 emergency sewer lateral repair. Two ordinances are up for introduction: one adding lithium-ion battery safety regulations and another amending disabled parking designations. Several appointments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment are also on the agenda.

• $288,641 contract to TAPCO for parking deck access and revenue control system at Passaic and State Street
• $76,280 police department radio and dispatch room hardware/software upgrade from GTBM, Inc.
• $18,000 emergency sanitary sewer lateral repair at Barry Place and Van Houten Avenue awarded to Delgado Brothers Plumbing and Heating
• Ordinance adding Article V, 'Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Regulations,' to Chapter 139, 'Fire Prevention'
• Resolution authorizing closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The council adopted a resolution awarding an $18,000 contract to Delgado Brothers Plumbing for emergency sanitary sewer repair at Barry Place and Van Houten Avenue. It also removed a resolution authorizing a closed executive session. Additional approvals included a $200 refund, several community event permits, an entertainment license, and mayoral memoranda and proclamations.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-04-090 awarding $18,000 contract to Delgado Brothers Plumbing for emergency sanitary sewer repair
• Removed from agenda the resolution authorizing a closed executive session on pending litigation, contracts and personnel matters
• Approved $200 refund to Randy Rafael/Aplatanaos En Hoja LLC for a withdrawn 2025 Peddler Application
• Approved application to hold a Memorial Day Parade on May 2, 2025 (contingent on departmental approvals)
• Approved application to hold a Health Fair on June 6, 2025 (contingent on departmental approvals)
• Approved applications for Flag Raising events at Magnus Ellen Square on July 13, August 16, July 27, and August 24, 2025 (contingent on departmental approvals)
• Approved entertainment license application for Anybody Can Get It Inc. t/a Tiny Tijuana for 2025
• Approved mayor’s memoranda appointing a Police Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II and several proclamations honoring retirements and education day

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will consider license transfers and a renewal application. The board will also hold a hearing regarding charges for a business at 40 Brighton Ave.

• Renewal of entertainment license for Tiny Tijuana at 427 Van Houten Ave
• Person-to-person transfer of license No. 1607-44-003-006 from El Super Liquors LLC to Estevez Liquors LLC at 110 Market St
• Person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of license No. 1607-33-132-005 from Masny Inc to El Camaron Mazatleco LLC at 166 Market St
• Hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk at 40 Brighton Ave regarding Notice of Charges

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board approved a person‑to‑person transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License 1607‑44‑003‑006 to ESTEVEZ LIQUORS LLC. It also approved a person‑to‑person and place‑to‑place transfer of Plenary Retail Consumption License 1607‑33‑132‑005 to EL CAMARON MAZATLECO LLC T/A EL CAMARON BOTANERO. The board adopted a resolution memorializing disciplinary proceedings against 40 Brighton Ave, LLC T/A Silk for multiple violations. Additionally, the board authorized a closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation and related matters.

• Approved transfer of license 1607‑44‑003‑006 to ESTEVEZ LIQUORS LLC (unanimous Aye)
• Approved transfer of license 1607‑33‑132‑005 to EL CAMARON MAZATLECO LLC T/A EL CAMARON BOTANERO (unanimous Aye)
• Adopted Resolution 010‑25 memorializing disciplinary proceedings against 40 Brighton Ave, LLC T/A Silk (unanimous Aye)
• Authorized closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters (unanimous Aye)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a regular meeting on April 8, 2025, to consider several contested rent increase requests, including a proposed hike from $1,550 to $2,600 at 83 Market Street. The agenda also includes approval of revised bylaws, a pending amended complaint, and correspondence sent to landlords exceeding rent increase limits. Two previously scheduled matters were resolved, and the board will enter closed session to discuss litigation, contracts, and personnel.

• 83 Market Street: rent increase proposed from $1,550 to $2,600 (notice March 2025)
• 216 4th Street: three units proposed to increase from $975/$1,075 to $1,700 (notice Feb 27, 2025)
• 28-30 Sherman Street: two units proposed increases from $900 to $1,655 and $1,200 to $1,460 (notice March 10, 2025)
• Revised bylaws submitted by R&R Legal Advisors for board consideration
• Pending executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The Rent Leveling Board adopted revised bylaws and approved the minutes from the March 3 special meeting. It also approved several rent increase cases and sent correspondence to landlords who exceeded rent‑increase limits. A resolution authorizing a closed executive session was adopted, though the session was not needed.

• Approved revised bylaws (motion by Maryann Capursi, second by Jorge Palacios, 3 votes)
• Approved March 3 special meeting minutes (motion by Jorge Palacios, second by Maryann Capursi, 3 votes)
• Approved rent increase at 5-7 Myrtle Ave, Apt. 5 (motion by Maryann Capursi, second by Jorge Palacios, 3 votes)
• Approved correspondence to landlords exceeding rent‑increase limits (motion by Maryann Capursi, second by Jorge Palacios, 3 votes)
• Approved resolution authorizing a closed executive session (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved finding of no violations at 82‑84 President St, Apt 11 (motion by Jorge Palacios, second by Maryann Capursi, 3 votes)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Jorge Palacios, second by Maryann Capursi, 3 votes)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on April 8, 2025, to consider three new variance applications and a resolution. Two previously scheduled items have been rescheduled to a future date.

• Docket ZB24-13 – 277 Summer Street, Block 2191.02, Lot 7 in R-3 Zone
• Docket ZB24-14 – 145 Albion Street, Block 3284, Lot 24 in R-1 Zone
• Docket ZB25-04 – 17 Dakota Street, Block 3301, Lot 50 in R-1 Zone
• Resolution for 11-13 Randolph Street, Block 3255, Lot 28 in R-1A Zone
• Rescheduled: Docket ZB25-03 (101 Hammond Avenue) and ZB25-02 (149 Amsterdam Street)

Planning Board

The Planning Board reviewed and approved several property applications, including a project at the Passaic Train Station. The board also memorialized a resolution regarding townhouse permits in specific zoning districts.

• Endorsed Passaic Train Station Concession Stand project at 261 Van Houten Avenue
• Approved application for 392 Lafayette Avenue with conditions on parking and greenery
• Approved application for 301 Highland Avenue to legalize a 4th unit
• Approved application for 452-454 Paulison Avenue & 439 Oak Street featuring 5 affordable units
• Memorialized resolution to permit townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 zoning districts

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing for an ordinance amending disabled parking designations. The council will vote on resolutions awarding contracts for 8th Street roadway improvements ($692,694.03), pocket park and plaza revitalization designs ($253,351 total), a tax refund of $40,042.55, and acceptance of a $30,811 grant. Several special event applications and an executive session for litigation, contracts, and personnel are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2480-25 amending disabled parking restrictions by license plate
• Resolution awarding $692,694.03 contract for 8th Street roadway improvements (Lodi Street to Passaic River bridge)
• Resolution awarding $124,480 design contract for Kol's Square and Main Avenue triangle pocket parks
• Resolution awarding $128,871 design contract for City Hall pedestrian plaza deck revitalization
• Resolution authorizing $40,042.55 tax overpayment refund (Core Logic)

The council approved the minutes from the January 21 and February 4, 2025 meetings. It adopted Ordinance No. 2480-25, amending the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number, after a second and final reading. The council also approved multiple community event applications, contingent on departmental approvals. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved January 21 and February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2480-25 amending disabled parking designation (second reading and final passage)
• Approved Veteran Stand Down event application for April 5, 2025 (contingent on approvals)
• Approved Community Baby Shower event application for April 11, 2025 (contingent on approvals)
• Approved Autism Awareness event application for April 12, 2025 (contingent on approvals)
• Approved Easter Egg Hunt event application for April 19, 2025 (contingent on approvals)
• Approved Annual Spring Cultural Festival application for April 19, 2025 (contingent on approvals)
• Approved Health Fair event application for May 5, 2025 (contingent on approvals)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to hear two new applications and consider two pending resolutions. The applications are Docket ZB25-03 at 101 Hammond Avenue (R-2 zone) and Docket ZB25-02 at 149 Amsterdam Street (R-1 zone). The resolutions are ZB20-06 for 127 Highland Avenue (R-3 zone) and ZB24-05 for 715-765 Old River Drive (M-1 zone). The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Application ZB25-03, 101 Hammond Ave, Block 2196.01, Lots 4, 6, & 9 in the R-2 Zone
• Application ZB25-02, 149 Amsterdam St, Block 3313.01, Lot 10 in the R-1 Zone
• Resolution ZB20-06, 127 Highland Ave, Block 4062, Lot 49 in the R-3 Zone
• Resolution ZB24-05, 715-765 Old River Dr, Block 1326, Lot 6 in the M-1 Zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission holds a regular meeting. The board will consider adjourning a hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk to April 17, 2025, and will vote on a resolution to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation. Multiple routine license matters, including an entertainment license renewal for Arepa Exxpress II LLC and a notice of hearing for compensation for Rosa's Sports Bar LLC, are listed for receipt and filing.

• Renewal of entertainment license for Arepa Exxpress II LLC at 23-27 Lexington Avenue (License No. 1607-33-004-012)
• Notice of hearing for compensation for Rosa's Sports Bar LLC, 242 Lexington Ave (License No. 1607-33-107-005)
• Supplemental filing for special ruling petition for JJR Entertainment LLC for license term 2022-2023 (License No. 1607-33-074)
• Resolution authorizing closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters
• Hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk – request for adjournment to April 17, 2025

The ABC Board voted to remove the resolution authorizing a closed‑session meeting. It also carried a hearing on the Silk license to the April 17, 2025 meeting. Communications and petitions, including renewal applications and a supplemental filing, were accepted and placed on file. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Removed closed‑session resolution (all members Aye)
• Carried hearing for 40 Brighton Ave, LLC t/a Silk to April 17, 2025 (all members Aye)
• Accepted renewal applications for Arepa Express II LLC and Rosa’s Sports Bar (all members Aye)
• Accepted supplemental filing for JJR Entertainment LLC (all members Aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all members Aye)

City Council

The City Council will consider a garbage and bulky waste collection contract and a zoning amendment to allow townhouses in R-1 and R-2 districts. The body will also review several municipal contracts and event permits.

• Contract for garbage and bulky waste collection with Cali Carting Inc. for an estimated $10,064,350.00
• Ordinance No. 2479-25 to permit townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 zoning districts
• Contract for parking deck access and revenue control solutions for $288,641.60
• $500,000.00 in HOME funds for the development of five affordable homeowner units at 439 Oak Street, LLC
• Contract for Urban Enterprise Zone central business district sidewalks replacement for $160,575.00

The Passaic City Council awarded a five-year, $10,064,350 garbage and bulky waste collection contract to Cali Carting Inc. and approved a zoning ordinance permitting townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 districts. The council also authorized a $500,000 HOME grant for five affordable homeowner units and approved several other contracts and resolutions.

• Awarded $10,064,350 garbage collection contract to Cali Carting Inc. (5 years)
• Adopted Ordinance 2479-25 permitting townhouses in R-1 and R-2 zones
• Authorized $500,000 HOME funds to 439 Oak Street LLC for 5 affordable units
• Approved $288,641.60 parking deck access contract with TAPCO
• Approved $40,569.71 Lexipol police training software contract
• Approved $160,575 sidewalk replacement contract to Unified Five Development
• Approved Change Order #10 for parking deck, raising contract to $13,581,063.41
• Adopted Ordinance 2478-25 amending disabled parking restrictions

Planning Board

The Planning Board conducted a consistency review and approved an ordinance amendment to allow townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 zoning districts. The board also adjourned two applications and memorialized two other matters.

• Approved Ordinance Amending Chapter 317 to permit townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 Zoning Districts
• Adjourned application for 301 Highland Avenue (Docket# PB24-11) to April 2, 2025
• Adjourned application for 392 Lafayette Avenue (Docket# PB24-08) to April 2, 2025
• Memorialized application for 196 Jefferson Street
• Memorialized approval for 432 Highland Avenue

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet virtually to consider several land use applications. The board will review requests for specific properties in the OR-1A, R-3, and M-1 zones.

• Docket ZB24-09: 135 Passaic Avenue
• Docket ZB20-06: 127 Highland Avenue
• Docket ZB24-05: 715-765 (Old) River Drive
• Docket ZB24-15: 80-96 Passaic Avenue

City Council

The Passaic City Council will vote on an ordinance to amend zoning rules to permit townhouse units in single-family residential zones (R-1 and R-2). The council also considers several contracts and grants, including a $1.2 million field improvement project at Veteran's Memorial Park and a $111,461 change order for the parking deck at Passaic and State Street. Other resolutions authorize a window replacement contract for the Westside Firehouse ($69,000) and accept county and state grants totaling about $88,000. The council will enter closed executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance to permit townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 zoning districts
• Resolution rejecting bids for new concession stand at Carnie Bragg Memorial Park
• Awarding contract for Westside Firehouse window replacement to TNS Construction, Stanhope, NJ ($69,000)
• Change order #9 for Parking Deck at Passaic and State Street, increasing contract by $111,461.58 to a revised total of $13,573,180.15
• Awarding contract for baseball and softball field improvements at Veteran's Memorial Park to Senco Metals, Paterson, NJ ($1,246,200)

The Passaic City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2479-25 on first reading to permit townhouse units in R-1 and R-2 zoning districts, with a public hearing set for March 18, 2025. The council also approved several contracts and grants, including a $1.24 million baseball field improvement contract and a $69,000 firehouse window replacement. Bids for a new concession stand at Carnie Bragg Memorial Park were rejected because they exceeded the budget.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 2479-25 to permit townhouses in R-1 and R-2 zones (first reading)
• Approved $1,241,700 contract to Senco Metals for Veteran's Memorial Park field improvements
• Approved $69,000 contract to TNS Construction for Westside Firehouse window replacement
• Approved Change Order #9 for parking deck, increasing contract to $13,573,180.15
• Rejected bids for new concession stand at Carnie Bragg Memorial Park
• Approved $52,039 and $23,467 grants from Passaic County for Station House Adjustment Program
• Approved $12,500 additional ELPH grant from NJACCHO
• Reallocated $7,000 CDBG funds from Passaic Housing Authority to Fire Department Junior Fire Academy

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda consists of procedural items and a resolution to enter a closed executive session.

• Resolution to authorize a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board convened a special meeting on March 3, 2025, via Zoom. No members of the public were present, and the board took no substantive decisions, only procedural actions: a motion to return to public meeting and a motion to adjourn. The next scheduled meeting is April 8, 2025.

• Motion to return to public meeting approved (3-0)
• Motion to adjourn approved (3-0)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board will hold a special virtual meeting. The agenda includes a public portion and a proposed closed executive session.

• Resolution to enter closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board is holding an organizational meeting on February 26, 2025. The notice states formal action will be taken, but no specific agenda items are listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting to organize the board for the coming term.

• Organizational meeting of the Rent Leveling Board
• No specific rent increase requests or hearings listed

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board is meeting for its annual organizational meeting. No specific agenda items are listed; the notice indicates only that formal action will be taken.

• No specific items listed; meeting is procedural.

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board held its organizational meeting, appointing Arthur G. Soto as chairperson and Emely Vazquez as secretary for 2025. The board adopted resolutions designating official newspapers, establishing its 2025 meeting schedule, and filing multiple rent increase notices from landlords. It also received a formal complaint from Make the Road NJ regarding an alleged illegal rent increase at 96 Market Street and authorized a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Appointed Arthur G. Soto as Chairperson for 2025 (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Appointed Emely Vazquez as Secretary for 2025 (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Designated official newspapers for 2025 (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Established 2025 meeting schedule (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Filed rent increase notices for 10 properties (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Received and filed Make the Road NJ complaint re: 96 Market Street (3-0, Roman abstaining)
• Authorized closed executive session for pending litigation (3-0, Roman abstaining)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually to consider three new zoning applications and one resolution. These items involve properties in the R-2, R-3, and OR-1A zones.

• Application ZB25-03: 101 Hammond Avenue
• Application ZB24-13: 277 Summer Street
• Application ZB24-15: 80-96 Passaic Avenue
• Resolution ZB24-12: 227 High Street

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission will meet to review routine license renewals and a transfer request. The board may also discuss pending litigation in closed session. All items are considered routine and will be filed by motion unless a commissioner requests separate consideration.

• Renewal of Entertainment License for Hamlet Ent LLC t/a Mama Sushi, 663 Main St.
• AO 2025-01: Permitting extension of price list updates for 2025
• Resolution for person-to-person transfer of liquor license No. 1607-44-047-008 from Campos Investment LLC to Dixy Liquor Store LLC at 266 Passaic St.

The Passaic ABC Board approved the person-to-person transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License No. 1607-44-047-008 from Campos Investment LLC t/a Marianas Liquors to Dixy Liquor Store LLC t/a Marianas Liquors at 266 Passaic St., effective February 20, 2025. The board also authorized a closed session to discuss potential litigation involving 40 Brighton Ave, LLC, and received a renewal application for an entertainment license for Hamlet Ent LLC t/a Mama Sushi. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved liquor license transfer to Dixy Liquor Store LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized closed session for pending litigation (unanimous)
• Received and filed entertainment license renewal application for Mama Sushi
• Received and filed ABC price list extension notice

City Council

The City Council will hold a final reading for an ordinance amending tax abatements on residential, commercial, and industrial projects. The body will also consider several contracts for city equipment, recycling containers, and public event services.

• Ordinance No. 2477-25 amending tax abatements on residential, commercial, and industrial improvement projects
• Contract for recycling containers awarded to T.M. Fitzgerald & Associates for $168,300.00
• Contract for municipal parking deck testing and inspection services increased by $84,000.00 to a total of $158,800.00
• Contract for police and fire two-way radio equipment awarded to GTBM for $19,480.15
• Proposal for fireworks display awarded to Serpico Pyrotechnics, LLC in a not-to-exceed amount of $20,394.00

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance 2477-24 amending tax abatement definitions and exemptions on second reading. The council also approved a series of resolutions including the purchase of 3,000 recycling containers for $168,300, a $19,480.15 two-way radio equipment purchase, and a fireworks display contract for $20,394. An ordinance amending handicapped parking restrictions was introduced for first reading.

• Adopted Ordinance 2477-24 amending tax abatement definitions and exemptions (7-0)
• Approved $168,300 purchase of 3,000 recycling containers from T.M. Fitzgerald & Associates (7-0)
• Approved $19,480.15 two-way radio equipment purchase from GTBM (7-0)
• Approved $20,394 fireworks display contract with Serpico Pyrotechnics (7-0)
• Approved $38,383 change order for additional trash receptacles (7-0)
• Approved $158,800 amended contract for parking deck testing with Colliers Engineering (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2478-25 amending handicapped parking restrictions (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 budget transfer from Police to Bldg & Grounds (7-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on February 11, 2025, to consider three applications: Docket ZB24-09 for 135 Passaic Avenue (OR-1A Zone), a resolution extension request for Docket ZB24-05 at 715-765 River Drive (M-1 Zone), and Docket ZB24-12 for 227 High Street (R-1 Zone). The board may also address old business and adopt resolutions.

• Docket ZB24-09: 135 Passaic Avenue, Block 3213, Lot 1 in OR-1A Zone
• Resolution extension request for Docket ZB24-05: 715-765 River Drive, Block 1326, Lot 6 in M-1 Zone
• Docket ZB24-12: 227 High Street, Block 3213, Lot 1 in R-1 Zone
• Meeting is virtual via Zoom; public may inspect applications at City Hall

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will hold a special meeting via Zoom. They will vote to enter closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney-client matters. They will also consider a resolution to transfer a liquor license from 512 Van Houten Ave to 497 Van Houten Ave for Rishiaashi Inc, trading as Marinas Wine & Spirits.

• Place-to-place transfer of license 1607-44-055-006 from 512 Van Houten Ave to 497 Van Houten Ave for Marinas Wine & Spirits
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and client/attorney matters
• Public participation available via Zoom with dial-in instructions

The Passaic ABC Board held a special virtual meeting and approved a place-to-place transfer of Plenary Retail Distribution License No. 1607-44-055-006 from RISHIAASHI INC T/A MARINAS WINE & SPIRITS at 512 Van Houten Ave to the same business at 497 Van Houten Ave. The resolution was adopted unanimously. A resolution to enter closed session was removed from the agenda.

• Approved place-to-place transfer of liquor license No. 1607-44-055-006 to 497 Van Houten Ave (unanimous)
• Removed closed session resolution from agenda

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board approved two applications with conditions: a mixed-use project at 196 Jefferson Street in the Main Avenue Redevelopment Area and a development at 432 Highland Avenue. Two other applications were adjourned to March 12 due to procedural issues or insufficient notice. The board also memorialized resolutions for three previously approved properties.

• Approved PB24-17 at 196 Jefferson Street with conditions including a bicycle rack, EV charger space, and a 3-bedroom unit
• Approved PB24-16 at 432 Highland Avenue with conditions prohibiting office use as a unit and requiring high planters along parking spaces
• Adjourned PB24-11 at 301 Highland Avenue and PB24-08 at 392 Lafayette Avenue to March 12
• Memorialized resolutions for 65 Liberty Street, 128 Passaic Avenue, and 99-107 & 113 Fourth Street

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 231 'Rent Stabilization'. They will also vote on resolutions including a $42,437 contract for benches and bike racks on Market Street, a $4,500 change order for the Riverwalk project, and acceptance of a $350,000 U.S. Department of Justice grant for de-escalation training. A new ordinance amending tax abatement definitions will be introduced. Several special event permits and license renewals are on the consent agenda.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2476-25 amending Chapter 231 'Rent Stabilization'
• Resolution to accept $350,000 DOJ Safer Outcomes De-escalation Grant Program
• Resolution authorizing $42,437 contract to MRC for Market Street benches and bike racks
• Resolution authorizing Change Order #1 for Riverwalk project adding $4,500 to Diamond Construction
• Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 275 'Taxation' regarding tax abatements on residential, commercial, and industrial projects

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance 2476-24, amending Chapter 231 'Rent Stabilization' on second and final reading. The council also introduced Ordinance 2477-25, which would amend Chapter 275 'Taxation' to provide tax exemptions and abatements for residential improvements, with a public hearing scheduled for February 20, 2025. Several resolutions were approved, including a $350,000 federal grant for de-escalation training and contracts for the Riverwalk project.

• Adopted Ordinance 2476-24 amending rent stabilization code (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2477-25 on tax abatements for residential improvements; public hearing set for Feb 20, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved $350,000 U.S. DOJ Safer Outcomes De-Escalation Grant (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Riverwalk project, increasing contract to $103,100 (5-0)
• Approved $42,437 purchase/installation of benches and bike racks for Market Street (5-0)
• Authorized Horizon NJ Health participating provider agreement for behavioral health services (5-0)
• Approved payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved communications including raffle licenses, event permits, and cannabis business permit renewal (5-0)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on January 21, 2025. Items include an escrow closeout for 11-13 Randolph Street, a resolution extension request for 127 Highland Avenue, and a resolution for 503-505 Van Houten.

• Escrow closeout Docket ZB24-07 for 11-13 Randolph Street (old business)
• Resolution extension request Docket ZB20-06 for 127 Highland Avenue, Block 4062, Lot 49 in R-3 Zone
• Resolution for 503-505 Van Houten, Block 3276, Lots 7 & 8 in C-R Zone

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 231 (Rent Stabilization) and may introduce it for first reading. They will also vote on resolutions including a $47,240.40 police interceptor purchase, a $235,000 auto parts contract, a $63,390 sewer design contract, and applications for several Urban Enterprise Zone grants totaling over $1 million. Additional items include a $35,000 tire contract, a $35,728.92 tax refund for 129-135 Main Avenue, and an executive session for pending litigation and contract negotiations.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 231 'Rent Stabilization' introduced for first reading
• Resolution authorizing $47,240.40 for a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor from Paramus Ford
• Resolution awarding $63,390 to Neglia Group for CDBG sanitary/storm sewer improvements
• Resolution applying for $500,000 UEZ Road Construction, $300,000 surveillance cameras, $200,000 marketplace, $100,000 business expansion loan, and $100,000 workforce training grants
• Resolution authorizing $18,940 emergency fire alarm repair at 361 Madison Street

The Passaic City Council approved Ordinance 2475-24 on second reading, amending restricted parking designations for disabled persons by license plate. The council also introduced Ordinance 2476-25, which would amend the rent stabilization chapter to allow landlords to pass 100% of property tax increases to tenants, pro rata, above the 6% rent cap; a public hearing is set for February 4, 2025. Multiple resolutions were adopted, including contracts for tires, a police vehicle, auto parts, sewer design, snow plowing, and emergency fire alarm repairs, as well as grant applications for UEZ projects and a recreation improvement grant. The council also approved a $35,728.92 tax refund to Congregation Kollel Ohr Hatorah and change orders for the parking deck project.

• Adopted Ordinance 2475-24 amending restricted parking for disabled persons (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 2476-25 amending rent stabilization to allow property tax pass-through to tenants; public hearing Feb 4, 2025
• Approved $35,000/year tire contract with Goodyear Auto Service (unanimous)
• Approved $47,240.40 purchase of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor (unanimous)
• Approved $235,000 auto parts contract with multiple vendors (unanimous)
• Awarded $63,390 contract to Neglia Group for CDBG sewer improvements (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for UEZ sidewalk replacement project (unanimous)
• Approved $18,940 emergency fire alarm repair at 361 Madison St. (unanimous)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission holds its 2025 reorganization meeting, electing a chairperson and considering routine items including two liquor license transfers and a request to adjourn a hearing on charges against 40 Brighton Ave LLC (Silk Platinum Dollz). The board also plans a closed session to discuss pending litigation and attorney matters.

• Resolution appointing chairperson for 2025 (Item 1)
• Person-to-person and place-to-place transfer of License No. 1607-33-147-010 from Alexa LLC to Don Lalo Restaurant I Corp (Resolution 6)
• Person-to-person transfer of License No. 1607-33-142-006 from Francisco Lozano to Quintana Simon Restaurant & Bar LLC (Resolution 6a)
• Hearing on charges against 40 Brighton Ave LLC t/a Silk, with request to adjourn to March 20, 2025 (Item 7)
• Resolution to meet in closed session for pending litigation and attorney-client matters (Resolution 5)

The Passaic Alcoholic Beverage Control Board held its 2025 re-organization meeting, electing Commissioner Edwin Garcia as chairman for the year. The board approved two liquor license transfers: one from Alexa LLC to Don Lalo Restaurant I Corp, and another from Francisco Lozano to Quintana Simon Restaurant & Bar LLC. A hearing for 40 Brighton Ave LLC was adjourned to March 20, 2025, due to a pending criminal investigation. All other items were routine and filed.

• Elected Edwin Garcia as Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of License No. 1607-33-147-010 from Alexa LLC to Don Lalo Restaurant I Corp (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of License No. 1607-33-142-006 from Francisco Lozano to Quintana Simon Restaurant & Bar LLC (2-0, Sanchez abstained)
• Adjourned hearing for 40 Brighton Ave LLC to March 20, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Board

The Planning Board conducted its annual re-organization and awarded professional service contracts. The board also voted on several land-use applications, including approvals for projects on Fourth Street and Liberty Street.

• Approved application for 99-107 & 113 Fourth Street with conditions for a parking lot fence and traffic calming
• Approved application for 65 & 71 Liberty Street with conditions regarding on-site vehicle repairs
• Awarded professional contracts to Louis P. Rago (Attorney) and Plan2Consultants (Planner)
• Granted a one-year extension request for 120 & 128 Passaic Avenue until December 31, 2025
• Appointed Shaun Witten as Chairman and Sardis Cruz-Perez as Vice Chair

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will reorganize by selecting officers, then consider resolutions awarding contracts for legal, planning, and engineering services. A public hearing will be held for a zoning application at 135 Passaic Avenue. The board will also acknowledge the annual zoning report for 2024.

• Public hearing on Docket ZB24-09 for 135 Passaic Avenue in the OR-1A Zone
• Resolution awarding contract for Zoning Board Attorney
• Resolution awarding contract for Zoning Board Planner
• Resolution awarding contract for Professional Engineering Services
• Selection of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Recording Secretary

City Council

The City Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance to change 'Rent Control' to 'Rent Stabilization' and add a 2025 Rent Stabilization Act. The body will also review several entertainment license renewals and various municipal service contracts.

• Ordinance No. 2474-24 to amend Rent Control to Rent Stabilization
• Acceptance of $2,192,000 in funding for the Hammond Revitalization Project
• Acceptance of $519,811.00 DCA grant for 2023 Lead Remediation and Abatement Program
• Contract for LawSoft dispatching system and 911 hardware for $31,750.00
• Purchase of trash receptacles from General Recreation, Inc. for $29,060.00

The Passaic City Council adopted Ordinance 2474-24, amending Chapter 231 from 'Rent Control' to 'Rent Stabilization' and adding the 'Rent Stabilization Act of 2025.' The council also appointed members to the Rent Leveling Board and approved numerous routine resolutions, including purchases, grants, and tax-related measures.

• Adopted Ordinance 2474-24 amending rent control to rent stabilization (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2473-24 amending restricted parking for disabled persons (unanimous)
• Appointed MaryAnn Capursi, Arthur G. Soto, and Jorge H. Palacios as regular Rent Leveling Board members (unanimous)
• Appointed Luis W. Colon and Itamar Roman as alternate Rent Leveling Board members (unanimous)
• Approved $17,810.96 for upfitting two police Chevrolet Mavericks (unanimous)
• Approved $22,822.50 for a police breathalyzer (unanimous)
• Approved $29,060.00 for 16 trash receptacles (unanimous)
• Approved $1,519,811.00 in additional lead remediation grant funding (unanimous)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board is establishing its regular monthly meeting dates for 2025. Meetings will be held at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers at 330 Passaic Street.

• Resolution RL 25-02-004 establishing the 2025 meeting schedule