Passaic Council Meeting - January 20th, 2026 - MLK Celebration

The City of Passaic NJ held a council meeting on January 26, 2026, which began with a Martin Luther King Jr. celebration featuring community members, students, seniors, and local leaders. The event included speeches, musical performances, and presentations emphasizing unity, civil rights, and community service. Following the celebration, the council proceeded with regular business, including approval of previous meeting minutes and public hearings. Key procurement and contracting discussions included the approval of a grant for installing an electric vehicle charging station at the William Street parking lot, and an increase in the rent leveling board attorney's contract to manage expanded board activities. The council also deliberated and moved forward ordinances related to redevelopment plans, zoning changes, and regulations for short-term rental units (Airbnb-type rentals), including registration requirements and occupancy taxes aimed at regulating and generating revenue from such rentals. Public comments addressed concerns about affordable housing policies, transportation services, and community support programs. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of community efforts and adjournment.