Passaic Council Meeting - April 23rd, 2026

The City of Passaic, New Jersey, held a council meeting on April 23, 2026, where several community concerns and municipal matters were discussed. Key procurement-related topics included the introduction and approval of a proposed ordinance appropriating $6.6 million for city projects, which included $1.6 million from the city's reserves and grant funding previously awarded in 2024. The council also approved a five-year moratorium on roadway excavations with enhanced restoration requirements to protect recently improved roads. Public comments addressed issues related to local business operations, property ownership, and infrastructure concerns, including sewer system upgrades funded by a $6 million grant. The council confirmed that no illegal businesses were operating and that all necessary permits and studies had been completed for new businesses near the train station. The meeting concluded with routine bill payments and acknowledgments of community events and elections.