Special City Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - 500PM

The City of Paterson, NJ held a Special City Council Meeting on June 23, 2026, focusing on several procurement and budget-related matters. Key discussions included the approval of an ordinance to increase sewer use charges by 4%, effective for the second half of the year, impacting August and November bills. The council also authorized a resolution to request funding from the New Jersey Urban Enterprise Zone Authority for phased corridor lighting improvements in designated UEZ areas, prioritizing downtown and other specified streets with plans to replace outdated green architectural light poles to enhance safety. Additionally, the council approved the transfer of 28 taxi cab registrations to New Jersey Yellow Cab Taxi Service LLC, with concerns raised about the need for clear parking arrangements for the vehicles. A resolution renewing a business license for an auto repair shop was also passed. The council approved payment of bills totaling nearly $16 million, including capital funds for street resurfacing and reconstruction projects, with oversight concerns raised about project management. Public comments addressed issues with meeting accessibility via YouTube, sewer fee impacts, and property revaluation concerns. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of community events and upcoming council transitions.