07/28/2026 Council Meeting | Special Public Meeting

The City of Perth Amboy held a special council meeting on July 28, 2026, focused primarily on the 2026 municipal budget and departmental presentations. Key procurement-related discussions included awarding contracts for the home improvement program to A3 Contracting and Pretty Clean Construction, with contract amounts not to exceed $24,525 and $22,700 respectively. The meeting featured detailed budget presentations from major city departments including Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, Human Services, and Public Works. Highlights included capital improvement projects such as new fire engines and ladder trucks, investments in technology like thermal imaging cameras, and ongoing infrastructure upgrades supported by grant funding. The Fire Department emphasized the need to fill firefighter vacancies and acquire land for a new fire station. The Police Department discussed staffing increases, training, and community policing initiatives. Code Enforcement reported high construction activity and permit revenue, while Human Services highlighted grant-funded programs and community outreach. Public Works outlined a nearly flat budget focused on maintaining sanitation, infrastructure, and fleet reliability, including completion of automated garbage collection. Council members unanimously approved the contract awards and expressed appreciation for the thorough budget presentations and departmental efforts.