Paterson, NJ Tuesday May 19, 2026 The Municipal City Council Meeting

The City of Paterson, New Jersey Municipal City Council held a regular meeting on May 19, 2026. The council approved several procurement-related resolutions, including a $298,750 contract award to UGV Construction LLC for limited exterior and interior rehabilitation of the community center at Heritage under bid number 26.11 for the Paterson Public Library. They also authorized the first option year renewal contract with New Jersey Community Development Corp for financial consultant services related to the Paterson Financial Empowerment Center. Additionally, the council approved budget revisions and funding allocations, such as utilizing $694,764 of Urban Enterprise Zone Assistant Funds for marketing and business development projects. A resolution was passed to apply for fiscal year 2027 congressionally directed spending to renovate the Riverside Vets Recreation Center. The council discussed redevelopment designations for certain city properties and addressed concerns about library facility maintenance and funding allocation. The meeting included a public portion with community speakers and concluded with acknowledgments and announcements. Overall, the meeting focused on contract awards, budget amendments, capital improvement projects, and community engagement.