Passaic, New Jersey

City Council

The Passaic City Council will adopt a resolution setting the dates, times, and location for its meetings during the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. All meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ. The resolution also permits closed‑session meetings to be held as needed.

• Adopt schedule of City Council meetings for fiscal year 2026‑2027
• Set meeting times at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St.
• List specific meeting dates from July 21, 2026 through June 22, 2027
• Allow closed‑session meetings to be convened during any public meeting

City Council

The Passaic City Council is adopting a resolution that sets the dates and times for its public meetings for the fiscal year 2026‑2027. All regular meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be convened during any public meeting if a separate resolution is passed. The resolution was dated June 16, 2026.

• Adoption of a meeting schedule for FY 2026‑2027 with specific dates listed
• All meetings scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055
• Provision permitting closed‑session meetings to be held during any public meeting upon passage of a resolution

City Council

The Passaic City Council will adopt Resolution No. 26‑06‑124 to set its meeting dates for fiscal year 2026‑2027. The schedule lists specific dates for regular public meetings, all to be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be held during any public meeting upon passage of an appropriate resolution.

• Adopt schedule of council meetings on dates from July 21, 2026 to June 22, 2027, all at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St.
• Authorize closed‑session meetings to be added during any public meeting by a separate resolution

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas llevará a cabo una reunión regular a través de Zoom. La agenda contiene únicamente lenguaje procedimental estándar; no se enumeran renovaciones de licencias específicas, audiencias u otros puntos. Se tomarán acciones formales y la participación pública está disponible por teléfono.

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación se reúne para adoptar su calendario de reuniones regulares para el año calendario 2026. La agenda consiste únicamente en las fechas propuestas y los detalles logísticos para la asistencia virtual y presencial.

• Adoptar 12 fechas de reuniones regulares para 2026 (de enero a diciembre)
• Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo virtualmente a través de Zoom o en persona en Passaic City Hall, 330 Passaic Street

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the official schedule of meeting dates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. All meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Passaic City Hall.

• Resolution No. 26-06-124 establishing meeting dates from July 21, 2026, through June 22, 2027

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

Esta es una resolución de procedimiento que modifica el calendario de reuniones de la junta para 2026 con el fin de actualizar los detalles de las reuniones virtuales. No hay acciones sustantivas sobre licencias o cumplimiento en la agenda.

• Modifica la Resolución No. 024-25 para establecer las reuniones restantes de 2026 el 17 de septiembre, 15 de octubre, 19 de noviembre y 17 de diciembre a las 4:15 p.m. a través de Zoom
• ID de reunión: 827 1829 7121; el público puede acceder a través del sitio web de la ciudad para obtener el enlace de Zoom
• Pueden ocurrir acciones formales y sesiones ejecutivas en cualquier reunión restante

City Council

The Passaic City Council will adopt a resolution setting the dates, times and location of its public meetings for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. All meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be held during any of these dates if a separate resolution is passed.

• Adopt schedule of City Council meetings for FY 2026‑2027, listing specific dates
• Set meeting time at 7:00 p.m. for all listed dates
• Designate Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ as meeting location
• Allow closed‑session meetings to be held during any public meeting upon passage of a resolution
• Identify day of week for certain dates (e.g., June 9 2027 – Wednesday; November 5 2026 – Thursday)

City Council

The Passaic City Council is adopting a resolution that sets the dates and times for its public meetings for the fiscal year 2026‑2027. All meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Passaic City Hall, 330 Passaic St. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be held as needed.

• Adopt schedule of City Council meeting dates for FY 2026‑2027

City Council

The Passaic City Council is adopting a resolution that sets the dates, times, and location for its meetings during the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. All meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be held during any public meeting if authorized by a separate resolution.

• Adopt schedule of City Council meetings for FY 2026‑2027, held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St.
• Allow closed‑session meetings to be convened during any public meeting upon passage of an appropriate resolution.

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas está enmendando una resolución anterior para actualizar la información de las reuniones virtuales para sus reuniones regulares restantes de 2026. Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo a través de Zoom a las 4:15 p.m. en fechas especificadas de septiembre a diciembre. Este es un cambio administrativo procesal.

• Enmienda la Resolución No. 024-25 para actualizar los detalles de las reuniones virtuales
• Reuniones restantes de 2026: 17 de sept, 15 de oct, 19 de nov, 17 de dic a las 4:15 p.m.
• Reuniones realizadas virtualmente a través de Zoom; ID de reunión: 827 1829 7121
• Acceso público a través del sitio web de la City of Passaic
• Pueden ocurrir acciones formales y sesiones ejecutivas

City Council

The Passaic City Council adopted Resolution No. 26‑06‑124 to set the dates and times for its public meetings for the fiscal year 2026‑2027. All meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055. The resolution also allows closed‑session meetings to be held during any of the listed public meetings as needed. The resolution was dated June 16, 2026.

• Meeting dates include July 21 2026, August 4 2026, September 1 2026, October 6 2026, November 5 2026, December 1 2026, and continue through June 22 2027
• All meetings are to be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055
• Closed‑session meetings may be convened during any of the scheduled public meetings
• Resolution No. 26‑06‑124 was adopted by Council President Gary Schaer and Municipal Clerk Weatherly Frias

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to establish the meeting dates for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. All meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. at Passaic City Hall.

• Resolution 26-06-124 to set the 2026-2027 meeting schedule

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Passaic está adoptando la Resolución No. 009-26 para enmendar la Resolución No. 024-25. La enmienda actualiza la información de las reuniones virtuales para las reuniones regulares restantes en el año calendario 2026. La junta establece nuevas fechas de reunión y proporciona un enlace de Zoom y un ID de reunión para el acceso público. Se pueden llevar a cabo acciones formales y sesiones ejecutivas en cualquiera de estas reuniones.

• Enmienda la Resolución No. 024-25 para actualizar los detalles de las reuniones virtuales (Resolución No. 009-26).
• Establece las fechas de las reuniones restantes: 17 de septiembre, 15 de octubre, 19 de noviembre y 17 de diciembre de 2026 a las 4:15 p.m.
• Proporciona el ID de reunión de Zoom 827 1829 7121 y el enlace del sitio web para el acceso público.
• Permite acciones formales en cualquiera de las reuniones enumeradas.
• Permite sesiones ejecutivas (cerradas) según lo permitido por la ley.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal está adoptando una resolución para establecer sus fechas de reunión para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones regulares se llevarán a cabo a las 7:00 p.m. en las Cámaras del Concejo en Passaic City Hall. Este es un asunto procedimental sin decisiones sustantivas ni audiencias públicas enumeradas.

• Resolución que establece las fechas de las reuniones para el año fiscal 2026-2027, incluyendo 20 reuniones regulares desde julio de 2026 hasta junio de 2027

City Council

El Concejo Municipal votará una resolución para establecer las fechas de sus reuniones regulares para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones están programadas para las 7:00 p.m. en las Cámaras del Concejo en Passaic City Hall, 330 Passaic St. La agenda contiene únicamente este punto procedimental.

• Resolución No. 26-06-_124 que establece el calendario de reuniones 2026-2027
• Reuniones programadas para el 21 de julio, 4 de agosto, 1 y 15 de septiembre, 6 y 20 de octubre, 5 y 17 de noviembre, 1 y 15 de diciembre de 2026; 5 y 19 de enero, 2 y 16 de febrero, 2 y 16 de marzo, 6 y 22 de abril, 4 y 18 de mayo, 9* y 22 de junio de 2027 (*miércoles, **jueves)
• Se podrán llevar a cabo reuniones de sesión cerrada durante cualquier reunión pública previa a la aprobación de una resolución

City Council

El City Council adoptará una resolución que fija las fechas para sus reuniones públicas regulares para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones están programadas para las 7:00 p.m. en las Salas del Consejo en el Passaic City Hall. Este es un asunto de procedimiento sin otras decisiones de política pública ni audiencias públicas en la agenda.

• Adopta el calendario de reuniones para el año fiscal 2026-2027

City Council

El Concejo Municipal está considerando una resolución para adoptar el calendario de reuniones públicas para el año fiscal 2026-2027, incluyendo la reunión del 16 de febrero de 2027. Todas las reuniones son a las 7:00 p.m. en City Hall. La agenda consiste únicamente en este punto procesal.

• Resolución No. 26-06-_124 que establece las fechas de reuniones para el año fiscal 2026-2027

City Council

Esta agenda contiene únicamente una resolución para adoptar las fechas de las reuniones del Concejo Municipal para el año fiscal 2026-2027. No se enumeran otros asuntos. Todas las reuniones se llevarán a cabo a las 7:00 p.m. en Passaic City Hall, a menos que se indique lo contrario.

• Aprobación del calendario de reuniones: del 21 de julio de 2026 al 22 de junio de 2027
• Se podrán llevar a cabo sesiones cerradas durante cualquier reunión pública tras la aprobación de una resolución

City Council

Esta resolución establece las fechas de las reuniones regulares del Passaic City Council para el año fiscal 2026-2027, con todas las reuniones a las 7 p.m. en Council Chambers en City Hall. No se enumeran otros asuntos; la agenda es puramente procesal.

• Resolución 26-06-_124 que adopta el calendario de reuniones 2026-2027

City Council

El Consejo Municipal de Passaic está adoptando una resolución que establece las fechas y horas para sus reuniones públicas para el ejercicio fiscal 2026‑2027. Todas las reuniones están programadas para las 7:00 p.m. en las Salas del Consejo, ubicadas en 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055. La resolución también permite que se celebren reuniones en sesión cerrada según sea necesario. La resolución fechada el 16 de junio de 2026.

• Establecer las fechas de las reuniones públicas para 2026‑2027 (por ejemplo, 21 de julio de 2026, 5 de enero de 2027, etc.) a las 7:00 p.m.
• Designar las Salas del Consejo, 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ 07055, como lugar de reunión.
• Permitir que se celebren reuniones en sesión cerrada durante cualquier reunión pública mediante resolución adecuada.

City Council

El Concejo Municipal está votando una resolución para establecer sus fechas de reuniones para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones se llevarán a cabo a las 7:00 p.m. en el City Hall. Este es un asunto procedimental sin decisiones de política sustantivas ni audiencias públicas programadas.

• Aprobación del calendario de reuniones que incluye fechas desde el 21 de julio de 2026 hasta el 22 de junio de 2027
• Todas las reuniones en Passaic City Hall, 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ
• Se podrán llevar a cabo reuniones de sesión cerrada durante las reuniones públicas tras la aprobación de una resolución

City Council

El Consejo Municipal está adoptando una resolución que fija las fechas y horas de sus reuniones regulares para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones se llevarán a cabo a las 7:00 p.m. en las Salas del Consejo en el Ayuntamiento de Passaic, 330 Passaic St. La orden del día no contiene otro negocio.

• Resolución que fija las fechas de las reuniones de julio de 2026 a junio de 2027, con las fechas específicas listadas

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Passaic está considerando una resolución para establecer las fechas y horas de sus reuniones regulares para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones se llevarán a cabo a las 7:00 p.m. en las Cámaras del Concejo en el City Hall. Este es un asunto procedimental sin decisiones sustantivas, audiencias públicas ni acciones financieras.

• Adopción de una resolución que establece el calendario de reuniones para el FY 2026-2027

City Council

El Concejo Municipal está estableciendo el calendario oficial de reuniones para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones están programadas para las 7:00 p.m. en el Passaic City Hall.

• Establecimiento de las fechas de reuniones desde julio de 2026 hasta junio de 2027
• Reuniones que se llevarán a cabo en 330 Passaic St., Passaic, NJ

City Council

Esta agenda contiene únicamente una resolución procesal que establece el calendario de reuniones regulares del Concejo Municipal para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Todas las reuniones serán a las 7:00 p.m. en las Council Chambers en Passaic City Hall. No hay legislación sustantiva, contratos ni audiencias públicas programadas para esta reunión.

• Resolución que establece las fechas de reunión para el año fiscal 2026-2027, incluyendo 24 fechas desde julio de 2026 hasta junio de 2027

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board will hold its regular meeting on July 22, 2026 to consider several rent‑increase complaints and public comments. It will review disputes for properties on Mineral Spring Ave, Myrtle Ave, and Sherman Street, among others. The board will also adopt a resolution that permits a closed executive session to address pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Rent increase complaint for 40 Mineral Spring Ave, Apt. 1: $2,000 → $2,700 (35%)
• Rent increase complaint for 54 Myrtle Ave: $2,200 → $2,300 (4.55%)
• Rent increase complaint for 15 Sherman Street, Apt. 3: $1,700 → $1,800 (5.88%)
• Hearing for 89 Linden Street: $1,980 → $2,079 (5%)
• Resolution authorizing a closed executive session to discuss litigation, contracts, and personnel

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustments will meet virtually on July 21, 2026 to consider four applications that propose eliminating office or commercial space and adding residential apartments at 151-153 Central Avenue, 56 Mineral Spring Avenue, 913 Main Avenue, and 45 Jackson Street. The board will also consider a resolution concerning 1 Van Buren Street. All items are listed on the agenda for discussion and possible approval.

• Docket ZB26-05 – 151-153 Central Avenue, R-3 Zone: eliminate second‑floor office and construct one residential unit
• Docket ZB26-07 – 56 Mineral Spring Avenue, R-1 Zone: addition to a single‑family home
• Docket ZB26-08 – 913 Main Avenue, C‑R Zone: eliminate second‑floor office and add two apartments (total four units)
• Docket ZB26-10 – 45 Jackson Street, R-3 Zone: eliminate commercial use and construct four apartments
• Resolution – 1 Van Buren Street, R-3 Zone

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider a series of resolutions authorizing purchases, contracts, grant applications, and routine items. Key items include the purchase and installation of four automated license plate readers from Gold Type Business Machines, Inc. for $98,110. Additional approvals cover a police mobile camera trailer for $59,568.80, several service contracts ranging from $35,000 to $65,000, and changes to existing construction contracts. The council will also authorize grant applications to the New Jersey Department of Transportation for multiple street improvement projects.

• Purchase and installation of four automated license plate readers (Gold Type Business Machines, Inc., East Rutherford, NJ) – $98,110.00
• Purchase of one police mobile camera trailer – traffic safety and warning setup (Gold Type Business Machines, Inc., East Rutherford, NJ) – $59,568.80
• Award contract to W.B. Mason Company for office supplies, furniture, and computer equipment – approx. $65,000 per year
• Award contract to Santarcangelo Law LLC (Montclair, NJ) for community development attorney services – $175/hour, total not to exceed $35,000
• Change order decreasing Green Valley Group contract for Tennyson Park playground improvements by $4,706.05, revising total to $637,168.95

City Council

The Passaic City Council will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 330 Passaic Street. No specific agenda items are listed in this notice. The public may view the meeting in person or via Zoom and may submit written statements by email before 3:00 PM on the day of the meeting.

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual para considerar varias solicitudes de uso de suelo, incluyendo un edificio de apartamentos de dos pisos y nueve unidades en 54 Holdsworth Court (zona R‑3). La junta también revisará un desarrollo de uso mixto de cinco pisos en 181 Jefferson Street y una unidad de vivienda accesoria en 102 Spring Street. Además, los miembros nombrarán a un Comisionado de Clase I y abordarán dos artículos de resolución.

• Nombramiento de un Comisionado de Clase I (Asuntos Nuevos)
• Expediente #PB26-06 – 54 Holdsworth Court, zona R‑3: apartamento de 2 pisos y 9 unidades (solo votación)
• Expediente #PB26-04 – 181 Jefferson Street, MARA: desarrollo de uso mixto de 5 pisos con 14 unidades residenciales
• Expediente #PB26-07 – 102 Spring Street, zona R‑2: construcción de una ADU en el tercer piso
• Resoluciones relativas a 110‑112 Howard Avenue (Asunto de Esther Ann & Fred Abraham) y 181‑185 Lexington Avenue (Asunto de 185 Lexington, L.L.C.)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 1 de julio de 2026 para considerar cinco solicitudes de zonificación, incluida una solicitud para convertir un consultorio médico y una residencia en la planta superior en una escuela en 135 Passaic Avenue. La junta también votará sobre la aprobación de las actas de seis reuniones anteriores y considerará una resolución relativa a 1 Van Buren Street.

• Expediente ZB24-09: Convertir consultorio médico y residencia en la planta superior en una escuela en 135 Passaic Avenue (Block 3213 Lot 1, Zona OR-1A)
• Expediente ZB25-16: Convertir lote vacante en 6 unidades residenciales en 52 Sherman Street (Block 4068 Lot 34, Zona R-3)
• Expediente ZB26-02: Convertir lote vacante en una casa unifamiliar en 118 Elmwood Avenue (Block 3304 Lot 20, Zona R-1)
• Expediente ZB26-04: Abrir un centro de cuidado infantil en un edificio existente en 1-19 Parker Avenue / 168 Monroe Street (Block 4072 Lot 1, Zona R-3)
• Resolución relativa a 1 Van Buren Street (Block 4070 Lot 1, Zona R-3)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will designate a council president for a one‑year term and adopt several annual resolutions. It will consider an ordinance amending disabled‑parking designations and a separate ordinance granting Pilot Fiber NJ LLC consent to install, operate, and maintain fiber‑optic facilities on public streets. The council will also vote on a resolution to hold a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Resolution designating council president for July 1 2026 – June 30 2027
• Ordinance 2532‑26 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate
• Ordinance 2533‑26 granting municipal consent to Pilot Fiber NJ LLC for fiber‑optic facilities
• Resolution authorizing a closed executive session to discuss litigation, contracts, and personnel
• Resolution appointing Judith Sanchez as commissioner to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board

Rent Leveling

La Junta de Nivelación de Alquileres de Passaic llevará a cabo audiencias sobre tres disputas de aumento de alquiler (5% a 15.38%) y considerará varias quejas y apelaciones nuevas. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y una resolución para entrar en sesión cerrada por litigios pendientes, negociaciones de contratos y asuntos de personal.

• Audiencia sobre 89 Linden Street: aumento de alquiler de $1,980 a $2,079 (5%)
• Audiencia sobre 131 Parker Ave, Apt. 6: aumento de alquiler de $1,845 a $1,995 (8.13%)
• Audiencia sobre 343 Lafayette Ave, Apt. 2B: aumento de alquiler de $1,300 a $1,500 (15.38%)
• Nueva queja en 52-58 Dayton Ave, Unit 15: alquiler de $1,860 a $2,000 (7.53%)
• Apelaciones al Concejo Municipal de inquilinos en 394-2 Monroe Street y 266 Passaic Street, Unit 4

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Passaic revisará informes policiales de 17 establecimientos con licencia, considerará tres nuevas solicitudes de licencias de entretenimiento y votará sobre las resoluciones de renovación para el año de licencia 2026-2027. La junta también llevará a cabo una sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes y asuntos de cliente/abogado.

• Informes policiales presentados para 17 establecimientos, incluidos Lotus, La Casona Café, Bar El Anochecer, Grand Rodeo Night Club, entre otros
• Nuevas solicitudes de licencias de entretenimiento para El Asadero Mexican Grill LLC, Destino Gartro Bar y La Rumba Bar Restaurant
• Resolución de renovación de la licencia de consumo minorista plenario para Anais Lounge LLC para los periodos 2024-2025 y 2025-2026
• Resoluciones de renovación para todas las licencias de consumo, distribución y clubes para el año de licencia 2026-2027
• Resolución para actualizar la información de las reuniones virtuales para las reuniones restantes de la junta ABC de 2026

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Comisión de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión ordinaria el 25 de junio de 2026. La junta revisará 17 informes policiales relacionados con diversos establecimientos con licencia, considerará nuevas solicitudes de licencias de entretenimiento y votará resoluciones de renovación para licencias de consumo minorista plenario, distribución y clubes para el año de licencias 2026-2027. También se ha programado una sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes y asuntos de abogados.

• Informes policiales de 17 establecimientos, incluidos Lotus, La Casona, Bar El Anochecer, Grand Rodeo Night Club y otros
• Nuevas solicitudes de licencias de entretenimiento para El Asadero Mexican Grill, Destino Gastro Bar y La Rumba Bar Restaurant
• Resolución de renovación para Anais Lounge (licencias para los periodos 2024-2025 y 2025-2026)
• Resoluciones de renovación para licencias de consumo minorista plenario, distribución y clubes para 2026-2027
• Resolución para reunirse en sesión cerrada por asuntos de litigio y abogado-cliente

City Council

The Passaic City Council will adopt the 2026 municipal budget and consider several procurement resolutions, including large contracts for police equipment, summer food services, and park improvements. A resolution will authorize the purchase, delivery, and installation of playground equipment at Colonel Johnson Spray Park for $1,819,896.33. Additional items include a $200,000 reallocation for the Latona‑Griffin Park project and the renewal of several entertainment licenses.

• Resolution adopting the CY 2026 municipal budget (public hearing required)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of 26 bulletproof vests and related gear for $29,148.60 (Atlantic Uniform Co.)
• Resolution awarding contract for pre‑packaged meals for the Summer Food Program 2026, $164,388.00 (Nu‑Way Concessionaire)
• Resolution authorizing playground equipment for Colonel Johnson Spray Park, $1,819,896.33 (MRC, Spring Lake, NJ)
• Resolution reallocating $200,000 from a 2020/2021 Open Space Trust Fund grant to expand the Latona‑Griffin Park project

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic celebrará una reunión regular virtual. La junta considerará el cierre de una cuenta de depósito (escrow) para 40 Amsterdam Avenue, aprobará 12 conjuntos de actas de reuniones anteriores, escuchará dos solicitudes (ZB26-05 para 151-153 Central Avenue y una extensión de resolución para ZB23-11 en 1 Van Buren Street) y abordará resoluciones para propiedades en 192 9th Street y 407-411 Paulison Avenue.

• Cierre de cuenta de depósito (escrow) para ZB25-17 en 40 Amsterdam Avenue
• Aprobación de 12 conjuntos de actas de reuniones de junio a diciembre de 2025
• Audiencia pública para el expediente ZB26-05 en 151-153 Central Avenue (zona R-3)
• Solicitud de extensión de resolución para el expediente ZB23-11 en 1 Van Buren Street (zona R-3)
• Resoluciones para 192 9th Street y 407-411 Paulison Avenue (zona R-3)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the CY 2026 municipal budget. The body will also consider ordinances regarding budget appropriation limits and disabled parking designations.

• Resolution for adoption of the CY 2026 Municipal Budget
• Ordinance No. 2527-26 to exceed municipal budget appropriation limits and establish a cap bank
• Application for Passaic UEZ administrative budget funding not to exceed $344,486
• Resolution to extend the current contract for collection of recyclable materials
• Application for a new 2026 Entertainment License for Zuniga Entertainment LLC (Fiesta Night Club)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 3 de junio de 2026, para escuchar dos solicitudes: una conversión de ADU en la planta baja en 110-112 Howard Avenue y un edificio de apartamentos de 9 unidades en 54 Holdsworth Court. La junta también considerará resoluciones para tres asuntos de LLC. Se invita al comentario público para los temas que no estén en la agenda.

• Expediente PB26-01: conversión de ADU en 110-112 Howard Avenue, Block 1290.03, Lot 34 (Zona R-2)
• Expediente PB26-06: edificio de apartamentos de 9 unidades en 54 Holdsworth Court, Block 4098, Lot 102 (Zona R-3)
• Resolución para el Asunto de 2836 Katherine, LLC (28-34 Katherine Avenue)
• Resolución para el Asunto de Broadway Passaic, LLC (147-151 Broadway)
• Resolución para el Asunto de L+M Street Associates, LLC (1-33 Aspen Place y 35-51 Aspen Place)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 2 de junio de 2026, para aprobar siete conjuntos de actas de reuniones de 2025 y analizar cuatro solicitudes. Las solicitudes incluyen la conversión de un lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street en seis unidades residenciales, una casa unifamiliar en 118 Elmwood Avenue, un centro de cuidado infantil en 1-19 Parker Avenue y una ampliación de un lote no conforme en 56 Mineral Spring Avenue. Aún no se han tomado decisiones; la junta discutirá y potencialmente votará sobre estos puntos.

• Expediente ZB 25-16: Convertir lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street en 6 unidades residenciales (zona R-3)
• Expediente ZB26-02: Convertir lote vacante en 118 Elmwood Avenue en una casa unifamiliar (zona R-1)
• Expediente ZB26-04: Abrir un centro de cuidado infantil en 1-19 Parker Avenue / 168 Monroe Street (zona R-3)
• Expediente ZB2-07: Ampliación de la vivienda unifamiliar existente en un lote no conforme en 56 Mineral Spring Avenue (zona R-1)
• Aprobación de siete conjuntos de actas de reuniones de junio a septiembre de 2025 como asuntos pendientes

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas revisará los informes policiales de Lotus, Fiesta Night Club y Bar El Anochecer, considerará un cambio en la estructura corporativa para una licencia de licor y evaluará una nueva solicitud de licencia de entretenimiento para Fiesta Night Club. La junta también planea reunirse en sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes y asuntos entre cliente y abogado.

• Informes policiales de I Want U LLC t/a Lotus (822 Main Ave) desde diciembre de 2025 hasta abril de 2026 y un informe específico No. 26-26401
• Informes policiales de Zuniga Entertainment LLC t/a Fiesta Night Club (115 President St) desde diciembre de 2025 hasta abril de 2026
• Informes policiales de BLP Investors t/a Bar El Anochecer desde diciembre de 2025 hasta enero de 2026
• Solicitud de cambio de estructura corporativa para la Licencia de Consumo Minorista Plenaria #1607-33-074-007 emitida a JJR Entertainment LLC
• Resolución que autoriza la sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes y asuntos entre cliente y abogado bajo N.J.S.A. 10:4-12.b(6),(7),(9)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 19 de mayo de 2026 para analizar tres solicitudes. Considerarán convertir la oficina de un médico en 135 Passaic Avenue en una escuela, permitir una vivienda bifamiliar en un lote vacante en 192 9th Street, y convertir un garaje en 407-411 Paulison Avenue en una unidad de dos dormitorios. El público puede participar a través de Zoom o enviar solicitudes OPRA para ver los materiales de las solicitudes.

• Expediente ZB24-09: Convertir la oficina del médico y la residencia del piso superior en 135 Passaic Avenue (zona OR-1A) en una escuela
• Expediente ZB26-01: Convertir el lote vacante en 192 9th Street (zona R-3) en una estructura residencial bifamiliar
• Expediente ZB26-03: Convertir el garaje trasero en 407-411 Paulison Avenue (zona R-3) en una unidad de dos dormitorios

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider several ordinances, including amendments to the Eastside Redevelopment Plan and the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons. It will also vote on resolutions awarding contracts, notably a design‑and‑construction‑management contract for Passaic Avenue underpass drainage improvements up to $999,860 and a signage and banner services contract for an approximate amount of $50,000. The council will authorize a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Ordinance No. 2523‑26 – amends the Eastside Redevelopment Plan for 1 Market Street (Block 1036, Lots 1 & 8).
• Ordinance No. 2528‑26 – amends the designation of restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate number.
• Ordinance No. 2529‑26 – authorizes execution of a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes (PILOT) agreement with Speer Village Preservation Owner LLC.
• Resolution awarding contract for design and construction management services for Passaic Avenue underpass drainage improvements, not to exceed $999,860, to Colliers Engineering & Design, Holmdel, NJ.
• Resolution awarding contract for printing of signage and banner services to Dot Designing (Monroe Twp., NJ), AGAS MFG Inc (Philadelphia, PA), and Blink Marketing (Cleveland, OH) for an approximate amount of $50,000.

Rent Leveling

La Junta de Nivelación de Alquileres llevará a cabo audiencias sobre cinco disputas por aumento de alquiler, incluyendo tres casos en 139 Highland Ave donde se propone aumentar los alquileres hasta en un 57%. La junta también considerará dos nuevas denuncias de violaciones al aumento de alquiler y tiene tres asuntos resueltos en su agenda. Una resolución autoriza una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes, negociaciones de contratos y asuntos de personal.

• Audiencia: 139 Highland Ave Apt 2 — aumento de alquiler de $1,400 a $2,200 (57%) (PAS-RLB-0014-26)
• Audiencia: 139 Highland Ave Apt 3 — aumento de alquiler de $1,500 a $2,200 (46%) (PAS-RLB-0015-26)
• Audiencia: 139 Highland Ave Apt 4 — aumento de alquiler de $1,400 a $2,200 (57%) (PAS-RLB-0016-26)
• Nueva denuncia: 139 Highland Ave Apt 4 — $1,400 a $2,200 (57%) (PAS-RLB-0022-26)
• Nueva denuncia: 175 President St 2nd Fl — $2,000 a $2,200 (10%) (PAS-RLB-0021-26)

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación llevará a cabo una reunión virtual para analizar una solicitud (Docket#PB26-03) para convertir un lote vacante en 181-185 Lexington Avenue en un edificio residencial de 13 unidades. La reunión incluye una audiencia pública y un período de comentarios ciudadanos.

• Solicitud PB26-03: Convertir lote vacante en 181-185 Lexington Avenue (Block 4108 Lot 64) en un edificio residencial de 13 unidades en el Scattered Site Redevelopment Area.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 5 de mayo de 2026 para considerar dos solicitudes: una petición para convertir un lote vacante en 118 Elmwood Avenue en una vivienda unifamiliar, y una propuesta para abrir un centro de cuidado infantil en un edificio existente en 1-19 Parker Avenue/168 Monroe Street. La junta también llevará a cabo los procedimientos rutinarios de apertura y clausura.

• Expediente ZB26-02: Convertir lote vacante en 118 Elmwood Avenue en una vivienda unifamiliar (Zona R-1)
• Expediente ZB26-04: Abrir un centro de cuidado infantil en 1-19 Parker Avenue / 168 Monroe Street (Zona R-3)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider the 2026 preliminary budget, a five-year roadway moratorium, and several construction contracts, including a $6.6 million appropriation for road and sewer improvements.

• Ordinance appropriating $6.6 million for road, sewer, and park improvements
• Resolution awarding $74,245 contract for Hammond Avenue revitalization
• Resolution awarding $355,299 contract for Vision Zero safety plan
• Ordinance establishing a five-year roadway moratorium
• Ordinance introducing the 2026 municipal budget

Rent Leveling

La Junta de Nivelación de Alquileres de Passaic escuchará varias quejas nuevas sobre violaciones de aumento de alquiler, incluyendo tres en 139 Highland Ave donde los aumentos propuestos son del 57%. La junta también llevará a cabo audiencias sobre disputas de aumento de alquiler en 19-21 Louisa Street, 19 Louisa Street y 949 Main Ave, y votará resoluciones que determinen violaciones en 266 Passaic Street y 949 Main Ave, ordenando créditos para los inquilinos por los excedentes.

• 139 Highland Ave, Apt. 1: el propietario 133-139 Highland Ave LLC busca un aumento de $1,400 a $2,200 (57%) – expediente PAS-RLB-0014-26
• 139 Highland Ave, Apt. 3: aumento de $1,500 a $2,200 (46%) – expediente PAS-RLB-0015-26
• 139 Highland Ave, Apt. 4: aumento de $1,400 a $2,200 (57%) – expediente PAS-RLB-0016-26
• Audiencia sobre 19-21 Louisa Street: aumento de $742 a $864.26 (16.48%) – expediente PAS-RLB-0083-25
• Violaciones resueltas en 266 Passaic Street, Unidad 4 y 949 Main Ave, Apt. 6: propietarios declarados en violación, inquilinos tienen derecho a crédito por excedentes

The Board ruled that property owners at 266 Passaic Street and 949 Main Ave committed unlawful rent increases, entitling tenants to credits for overages. Several new rent increase complaints were accepted, and two other dispute hearings were adjourned to the next meeting.

• Found Tavarez Realty (266 Passaic Street) in violation of Code 231-4; tenant entitled to credit
• Found Goliat Property Management LLC (949 Main Ave, Apt 3) in violation of Code 231-4; tenant entitled to credit
• Accepted 7 new rental increase complaints as a consent agenda
• Accepted 6 communications regarding rent increase violations as a consent agenda
• Resolved rent increase dispute for 19 Louisa Street, Apt 4
• Adjourned rent increase dispute for 19-21 Louisa Street to next meeting
• Adjourned rent increase dispute for 949 Main Ave, Apt 6 to next meeting
• Approved meeting minutes from February 19, March 19, and April 14, 2026

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider several resolutions, including contracts for emergency sewer repair, park benches, a fire department vehicle, and a Fourth of July fireworks display. It will also vote on an ordinance that creates a five‑year roadway excavation moratorium and another that appropriates $6,600,000 for drainage, road, sewer, and park projects. A closed executive session will be authorized to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters.

• Resolution awarding $161,875 to Your Way Construction for emergency sanitary sewer collapse on Wall Street between 8th and 9th Streets
• Resolution amending contract for code‑enforcement computer domain servers to $24,825
• Resolution authorizing purchase of eight park benches for Third Ward Memorial Park for approx. $18,969.46
• Ordinance appropriating $6,600,000 for drainage, roads, sewer and park improvements ($1,600,000 from city reserve, $5,000,000 state grant)
• Ordinance amending city code to establish a five‑year roadway excavation moratorium and enhanced restoration requirements

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión virtual el 21 de abril de 2026, para escuchar tres nuevas solicitudes comerciales: convertir un lote vacante en 192 9th Street en una vivienda bifamiliar, convertir un consultorio médico en 135 Passaic Avenue en una escuela, y convertir un lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street en seis unidades residenciales. La junta también procesará el cierre de depósitos en garantía para dos expedientes anteriores.

• Expediente ZB26-01: Convertir lote vacante en 192 9th Street (Block 1019.01, Lot 30.1 & 30, R-3 Zone) en una estructura residencial bifamiliar
• Expediente ZB24-09: Convertir consultorio médico y residencia de planta superior en 135 Passaic Avenue (Block 3213, Lot 1, OR-1A Zone) en una escuela
• Expediente ZB25-16: Convertir lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street (Block 4068, Lot 34, R-3 Zone) en 6 unidades residenciales
• Cierre de depósito en garantía para ZB24-11 (64 Third Street, Gordana Petrovski)
• Cierre de depósito en garantía para ZB22-15 (82 Market Street, Serago Properties LLC)

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

La Comisión de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Passaic considerará una Carta de Advertencia del Fiscal de la ABC con respecto a una queja de ruido/calidad de vida en Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, 182 Market St. La junta también discutirá la renovación de las licencias de entretenimiento para el mismo bar y votará una resolución para reunirse en sesión cerrada por litigios pendientes y asuntos de abogados.

• Carta de Advertencia para Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, 182 Market St., por queja de ruido/calidad de vida
• Solicitudes de renovación de licencia de entretenimiento para Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, 161 8th St.
• Resolución para reunirse en sesión cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes y asuntos de cliente/abogado

The Passaic ABC Board met via Zoom with two commissioners present. They approved the March 19, 2026 minutes, placed a Letter of Warning for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC (noise complaint) on file, and accepted entertainment license renewal applications. A resolution to meet in closed session was removed from the agenda by consensus. The meeting adjourned with no additional business.

• Approved minutes of March 19, 2026 (unanimous)
• Received and placed on file Letter of Warning for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, 182 Market St., regarding noise complaint
• Received and placed on file entertainment license renewal applications for Fragancia Sport Bar LLC, 161 8th St.
• Removed resolution to meet in closed session from agenda by consensus

Planning Board

La Junta de Planificación de Passaic revisará actas de reuniones anteriores y luego discutirá varios temas de uso de suelo. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una enmienda al Plan de Redesarrollo de Eastside que cubre 1 Market Street, Block 1036 Lots 1 y 8. La junta escuchará dos solicitudes de desarrollo: una subdivisión menor en Aspen Place en la Zona MARA y un proyecto de uso mixto de 4 pisos en 147‑151 Broadway en el Área de Redesarrollo de Sitios Dispersos. Se considerarán varias resoluciones, incluida una recomendación para designar los lotes del Block 4108 para rehabilitación y otros asuntos del expediente.

• Enmienda al Plan de Redesarrollo de Eastside para 1 Market Street, Block 1036 Lots 1 & 8
• Expediente de solicitud #PB26-02 para Aspen Place, Block 1079 Lot 1 y Block 1079.01 Lot 1 (Zona MARA, Subdivisión Menor)
• Expediente de solicitud #PB25-10 para 147‑151 Broadway, Block 2203 Lots 3, 4, 6, 7 (uso mixto de 4 pisos, 22 unidades, 4 espacios comerciales)
• Resolución que recomienda los lotes 51, 54, 67, 70, 72, 76 del Block 4108 para rehabilitación y autoriza un plan de rehabilitación
• Resoluciones para el Expediente #PB-25-07 (246‑250 Gregory Avenue) y el Expediente #PB25-13 (156 Lexington Avenue)

City Council

The Passaic City Council will consider a series of routine event applications and several resolutions. Key actions include adopting an ordinance to amend restricted parking for disabled vehicles and approving multiple contracts, notably a $1,368,050 contract for the City Hall Plaza Deck revitalization. The council will also authorize grant applications and change orders related to sewer and sidewalk projects.

• Ordinance No. 2521-26 amending restricted parking for disabled persons by NJ license plate
• Resolution awarding $1,368,050 contract to Senco Metals for City Hall Plaza Deck revitalization
• Resolution awarding $335,299.58 contract to Stantec Consulting Services for Vision Zero Safety Action Plan
• Resolution awarding up to $32,500 contract for geese control services (Geese Chasers)
• Resolution authorizing a $4,607.09 change order increase for Oak Street storm sewer improvements

Zoning Board of Adjustment

La Junta de Ajuste de Zonificación de Passaic escuchará cuatro solicitudes en su reunión virtual el 14 de abril de 2026. La más notable es una solicitud para convertir un lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street en seis unidades residenciales. Otros puntos incluyen una enmienda de resolución para 170-180 Passaic Avenue, una casa unifamiliar en 118 Elmwood Avenue y la conversión de un garaje en una unidad en 407-411 Paulison Avenue.

• Enmienda de resolución para el Expediente ZB22-12 en 170 & 180 Passaic Avenue (Zona O-R1A)
• Expediente ZB25-16: Convertir lote vacante en 52 Sherman Street en 6 unidades residenciales (Zona R-3)
• Expediente ZB26-02: Convertir lote vacante en 118 Elmwood Avenue en casa unifamiliar (Zona R-1)
• Expediente ZB26-03: Convertir garaje en 407-411 Paulison Avenue en unidad de dos dormitorios (Zona R-3)

Rent Leveling

La Junta de Nivelación de Alquileres de Passaic llevará a cabo una reunión especial con un único punto sustantivo: una resolución para entrar en sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir litigios pendientes, negociaciones de contratos y asuntos de personal. No hay programadas audiencias de ajuste de alquiler ni decisiones públicas. Se permite el comentario público antes de la sesión cerrada.

• Resolución que autoriza la sesión ejecutiva cerrada para litigios pendientes, negociaciones de contratos y asuntos de personal
• Periodo de comentario público limitado a 5 minutos por orador

The board held a special meeting that consisted of procedural actions and a closed session. No substantive policy decisions or rent leveling actions were recorded.

• Appointed Commissioner Luis W. Colon as acting chairman for the meeting
• Entered closed session at 5:36 pm
• Returned to public meeting at 5:54 pm

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board approved two consent‑agenda items covering communications and new rental complaints. It reordered the agenda to consider item 17 before the hearing on item 5, accepted item 17, and deferred a final resolution for the 266 Passaic Street case to the next meeting. Several cases were dismissed, and the board directed that the rent increase for 949 Main Ave Apt 3 be set at $1,400 at the next meeting.

• Accepted items 1‑2 (communications) as a consent agenda
• Accepted items 3‑4 (new rental complaints) as a consent agenda
• Moved item 17 ahead of item 5 on the agenda
• Accepted item 17, determining partial jurisdiction over 266 Passaic Street case
• Deferred final resolution for 266 Passaic Street rent increase to next meeting
• Dismissed 34 Van Winkle, Apt 3 case
• Dismissed 53 Henry Street, Apt C4 case
• Directed rent increase for 949 Main Ave, Apt 3 to be set at $1,400 at next meeting

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Board accepted the February 19, 2026 minutes as engrossed. It received and filed a resident complaint about Fragancia Sport Bar and an entertainment‑license renewal application for Rosa’s Sport Bar LLC. The Board adopted Resolution No. 002‑26 authorizing a closed‑session meeting to discuss pending litigation and client/attorney matters.

• Accepted February 19, 2026 minutes as engrossed (all members voting Aye)
• Filed resident complaint regarding Fragancia Sport Bar, Liquor License No. 1607 (all members voting Aye)
• Filed application for renewal of entertainment license for Rosa’s Sport Bar LLC (all members voting Aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 002‑26 to meet in closed session on pending litigation and client/attorney matters (all members voting Aye)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually on March 17, 2026 to review two applications. One proposes converting the vacant lot at 52 Sherman Street, Block 4068, Lot 34 in the R-3 zone into eight two‑bedroom units. The other proposes converting the vacant lot at 192 9th Street, Block 1019.01, Lot 30.1 & 30 in the R-3 zone into a two‑family residential structure. The board will discuss these proposals during the New Business portion of the meeting.

• Docket ZB25-16 – 52 Sherman Street, Block 4068, Lot 34 (R-3) – conversion to 8 two‑bedroom units
• Docket ZB26-01 – 192 9th Street, Block 1019.01, Lot 30.1 & 30 (R-3) – conversion to a two‑family residential structure

City Council

The City Council will hold final readings on ordinances regarding affordable housing set-asides, residential parking permits, and disabled parking. The body will also consider emergency contracts for snow removal and various inter-municipal service agreements.

• Ordinance 2520-26 amending affordable housing mandatory set-aside
• Emergency snow removal contract for Jan 25 storm totaling $199,320.00
• Emergency snow plowing contract for Feb 22 blizzard totaling $21,920.00
• Ordinance 2519-26 regarding fishing at Hughes Lake in Third Ward Park
• Resolution of support for Integrity One Alternative Care LLC cannabis license

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting to consider converting a vacant lot into eight two-bedroom units and converting commercial spaces into residential units. The board will also discuss converting a doctor's office into a school.

• Converting vacant lot at 52 Sherman Street into 8 two-bedroom units
• Converting commercial space at 64 Third Street into 17 residential units
• Converting doctor's office at 135 Passaic Avenue into a school
• Meeting is virtual via Zoom on March 10, 2026
• Public records available via OPRA request at Passaic City Hall

City Council

The City Council of Passaic will hold a regular meeting on March 5, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting will be held in person at 330 Passaic Street and is also available for public viewing via Zoom.

• Regular Council Meeting scheduled for March 5, 2026
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street
• Public viewing available via Zoom
• Written statements must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear a preliminary investigation of an area in need of rehabilitation for Block 3256. It will review three development applications: three-family houses on Katherine Avenue, a 4‑story mixed‑use building on Broadway, and a minor subdivision on 8th Street. The Board will also vote on an ordinance amendment to permit short‑term rental units in all zoning districts. A recommendation on a redevelopment plan for 185 Lexington Avenue will be presented to the City Council.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 317 to permit short‑term rental units in all zoning districts
• Application PB25-11: three‑family houses on subdivided lots, 28‑34 Katherine Avenue, R‑1 zone
• Application PB25-10: 4‑story mixed‑use building with 22 residential units and 4 commercial spaces, 147‑151 Broadway, Scattered Site Redevelopment Area
• Application PB25-12: minor subdivision, 74‑152 8th Street, ERA
• Preliminary investigation to determine area in need of rehabilitation for Block 3256 (lots 51, 54, 67, 70, 72, 76)

Rent Leveling

The board voted to appoint Commissioner Arthur G. Soto as Chairperson, effective immediately. The board accepted the minutes from the December 18, 2025 and January 19, 2026 meetings, and approved the listed communications, new rental complaints, and resolved matters. Two hearings (items 15 and 19) were adjourned to the March 19, 2026 meeting. A five‑minute recess was taken and the meeting reconvened.

• Appointed Arthur G. Soto as Chairperson of the Rent Leveling Board
• Accepted minutes from Dec. 18, 2025 and Jan. 19, 2026 meetings
• Approved communications items 4‑6 (Summer St., Louisa St., Monroe St.)
• Approved new rental increase complaints items 7‑11
• Approved resolved matters items 12‑14
• Adjourned hearing item 15 to March 19, 2026
• Adjourned hearing item 19 to March 19, 2026 as final hearing
• Took a five‑minute recess and reconvened the meeting

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The board appointed Commissioner Edwin Garcia as Chairman for the 2026 calendar year. The board accepted three entertainment‑license renewal applications for 2026. The board received and filed the award notice for the 2026 ABC Board Prosecutor contract. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Appointed Edwin Garcia as Chairman for 2026 term (unanimous aye)
• Accepted renewal application for I Want U LLC t/a Lotus, 822 Main Ave (unanimous aye)
• Accepted renewal application for Romana Zuniga t/a Dona Maria Rest & Bar, 32 Bergen St (unanimous aye)
• Accepted renewal application for Anybody can get it Inc. t/a Tiny Tijuana, 427 Van Houten Ave (unanimous aye)
• Filed notice of award of contract for ABC Board Prosecutor to The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saddeh, LLC, 1200 Route 22 East, Suite 200, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (unanimous aye)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous aye)

City Council

The City Council will hold final readings on several ordinances, including zoning changes for short-term rentals and a redevelopment plan for 185 Lexington Avenue. The body will also consider entertainment license renewals and several municipal contracts.

• Ordinance 2510-26 to permit short-term rental units in all zoning districts
• Ordinance 2511-26 adopting a redevelopment plan for 185 Lexington Avenue
• Ordinance 2515-26 to adjust certificate of occupancy fees
• Contract with SHII International Corp for LawSoft dispatching and 911 hardware for $36,018.00
• Contract with Lexipol, Inc. for police accreditation training software for $20,068.20

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual meeting on February 17, 2026, to consider five applications for new residential units and a school conversion. The agenda includes public hearings for specific properties and resolutions for other matters.

• Docket ZB24-09: Converting a doctors' office on 135 Passaic Avenue into a school
• Docket ZB25-15: Converting a vacant lot at 425 & 429 Highland Avenue into 8 residential units
• Docket ZB25-16: Converting a vacant lot at 52 Sherman Street into 8 two-bedroom units
• Docket ZB25-15: 5 townhouses and 3 flats at 425 & 429 Highland Avenue
• Docket ZB24-09: OR-1A Zone conversion at 135 Passaic Avenue

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will meet virtually on Feb. 4, 2026 to discuss several land‑use items. New business includes a consistency review of an ordinance amendment that would permit short‑term rentals in all zoning districts and a redevelopment plan for 185 Lexington Avenue. The board will also consider multiple applications to convert or add residential units at various addresses. Resolutions and a citizen hearing segment are also on the agenda.

• Consistency review of ordinance amendment to permit short‑term rentals citywide (Chapter 317)
• Redevelopment plan for Block 4108, Lot 64 – 185 Lexington Avenue
• Docket PB25-07: convert 246‑250 Gregory Avenue (C‑R Zone) from rooming house to 4 apartments
• Docket PB25-13: add two units at 156 Lexington Avenue (O‑R Zone) to total five apartments
• Resolution recommending City Council proceed with Market Street redevelopment amendment

City Council

The Passaic City Council will vote on ordinances for short-term rental taxes and parking changes, approve contracts for road repairs and new trucks, and authorize the purchase of a new telecommunications system.

• Ordinance to impose hotel and short-term rental occupancy tax
• Resolution to award $661,359.24 for 2025 NJDOT municipal road projects
• Resolution to purchase two 2026 Ford F-250 trucks for $119,456.00
• Resolution to purchase new telecommunications system for $45,674.62
• Resolution to accept $75,506 in county station house adjustment grants

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The regularly scheduled meeting for February 3, 2026, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2026.

Rent Leveling

The Passaic Rent Leveling Board held a reorganizational meeting on Jan. 22, 2026, designating a chairperson and secretary for terms ending Dec. 31, 2026. It approved annual resolutions, awarded a contract to R&R Legal Advisors LLC, and authorized a closed executive session to address pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters. The board also heard multiple rent‑increase violation cases involving specific tenants and properties.

• Resolution designating chairperson of the Rent Leveling Board, term effective immediately through Dec. 31, 2026
• Resolution designating secretary of the Rent Leveling Board, term effective immediately through Dec. 31, 2026
• Resolution authorizing a contract for the Rent Leveling Board with R&R Legal Advisors LLC of Montclair, NJ
• Resolution authorizing a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation, contract negotiations, and personnel matters
• Rent‑increase violation hearing for 19‑21 Louisa Street: rent raised from $742.00 to $864.26 (16.48% increase) effective Jan. 2026

City Council

The City Council will hold a final hearing on amending the Market Street Redevelopment Plan. The body is also introducing ordinances to permit short-term rental units in all zoning districts and establish a corresponding occupancy tax.

• Ordinance 2506-25 to amend the Market Street Redevelopment Plan
• Proposed occupancy tax on hotels, motels, and short-term rental units
• Proposed redevelopment plan for 185 Lexington Avenue (Block 4108 Lot 64)
• Grant application for 2025 Senior Wellness Pilot Grant Program ($250,000.00)
• Contract amendment for Conflicts Counsel/Rent Leveling Board Attorney to $160,000.00

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually on Jan. 20, 2026. The board will review two applications: Docket ZB25-12 for a lot at 268 Terhune Avenue in the R‑2 zone, and Docket ZB25-15 for lots at 14‑16 Hammond Avenue in the R‑3 zone. Applicants and the public can inspect the records by contacting the City Clerk’s Office.

• Docket ZB25-12 – 268 Terhune Avenue, Block 3318.03 Lot 24, R‑2 zone
• Docket ZB25-15 – 14‑16 Hammond Avenue, Block 2197 Lots 8 & 8.01, R‑3 zone

Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission

The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board announced that its re‑organization meeting scheduled for Jan 15, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. has been cancelled. The board’s next meeting is set for Feb 19, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. and will be held via Zoom. No other agenda items were listed.

• Cancellation of the Jan 15, 2026 re‑organization meeting
• Rescheduled meeting on Feb 19, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. via Zoom

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Passaic Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet virtually on January 13, 2026, to select officers, award contracts for legal and planning services, and review applications for zoning changes.

• Resolution to award contract for Zoning Board Attorney
• Resolution to award contract for Zoning Board Planner
• Resolution to award contract for Professional Engineering Services
• Application to convert doctor's office into a school (135 Passaic Avenue)
• Application to convert two-family dwelling into a four-family structure (118 President Street)

City Council

The City Council will hold final readings for ordinances regarding affordable housing set-asides and disabled parking designations. The body will also consider several entertainment license renewals and a temporary budget for 2026.

• Ordinance 2507-25 amending affordable housing mandatory set-asides
• Ordinance 2505-25 regarding restricted parking for disabled persons
• Entertainment license renewal applications for businesses on Randolph St, Main Ave, Hoover Ave, Brighton Ave, Monroe St, Passaic St, and Lexington Ave
• Resolution to reject bids for 2025 NJDOT Local Aid and Urban Aid roadway improvements
• Resolution for the 2026 temporary budget

Planning Board

The Passaic Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting to elect its chair, vice‑chair, recording secretary and official newspaper. It will vote on resolutions to award contracts for a board attorney, a planner and professional engineering services. The board will consider an amendment to the Market Street Redevelopment Plan located at 181 4th Street. Several zoning applications for residential conversions will also be reviewed.

• Selection of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Recording Secretary, and Official Newspaper
• Resolution awarding contract for Planning Board Attorney
• Resolution awarding contract for Planning Board Planner
• Resolution awarding contract for Professional Engineering Services for the Planning Board
• Amendment to the Market Street Redevelopment Plan (181 4th Street)

Rent Leveling

The Rent Leveling Board is meeting to establish its regular monthly meeting dates for 2025. This is a procedural action to comply with the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act.

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

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustments set forth a schedule of its regular meeting dates for 2026. The listed dates run from January 13 to December 15 and include both virtual Zoom sessions and in‑person meetings at City Council Chambers, 330 Passaic Street. The schedule is posted on the city website and may be changed.

• January 13, 2026 – regular meeting
• March 10, 2026 – regular meeting
• May 5, 2026 – regular meeting
• July 7, 2026 – regular meeting
• December 15, 2026 – regular meeting