Passaic Council Meeting - July 21, 2026

The City of Passaic NJ held a municipal council meeting on July 21, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a resolution to purchase mobile license plate reader cameras for police vehicles, including a $22,000 extended warranty costing about 50% of the camera price. Council members debated the cost-effectiveness of the warranty versus purchasing additional cameras, with the administration noting the warranty is grant-funded and covers damages from vehicle crashes. The council ultimately agreed to proceed with the purchase as proposed. Additionally, the council reviewed multiple vendor selections and contract awards, including those favoring minority- and women-owned businesses as part of state procurement policies. The meeting also included updates on city infrastructure projects such as road paving and ADA sidewalk improvements, and a detailed judicial appeal hearing related to a rent leveling board decision was conducted, though it did not involve procurement. Motions to approve various resolutions and payment of bills were passed by roll call votes.