Passaic County Embraces Change with New Courtrooms and Leadership Appointments

Overview: The recent meeting of the Passaic County Board of Commissioners highlighted significant judicial developments and leadership changes, including the construction of new courtrooms and the election of new county commissioner directors. Key announcements included the ongoing judicial vacancies and upcoming restoration of the historic courthouse.

Paterson City Council Approves Temporary Budget Amid Concerns Over Meeting Schedule

Overview: In a special virtual meeting held on January 2, 2025, the Paterson City Council approved a resolution for temporary budget appropriations covering the first three months of 2025. The meeting included discussions on the scheduling of the meeting itself, with the agenda completed swiftly.

Paterson City Council Debates Project Labor Agreement Amid Funding Deadlines

Overview: During a recent Paterson City Council meeting, discussion revolved around the application of a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) for a $9 million redevelopment project aimed at improving the Public Safety Dispatch Center.

Passaic County Commissioners Honor Service Milestones and Plan for Upcoming Year

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Passaic County Board of Commissioners, attention was paid to honoring milestones in community service, including the retirement of Economic Development Director Deborah Hoffman and the final meeting of Commissioner Nicolino Gallo. The Board also recognized the 100th anniversary of Klein Ribbon, discussed financial resolutions, and set plans for the upcoming year.

Paterson City Council Faces Debates on Homelessness and Community Projects

Overview: During a recent Paterson City Council meeting, discussions unfolded as council members grappled with multifaceted issues, chiefly the growing homelessness crisis and the allocation of funds for community projects. The proposed ordinance to address vagrancy and homelessness in public spaces sparked debate, highlighting the complexities of enforcing such measures and the strain on local resources. Council members expressed varied opinions on the ordinance, which seeks to impose fines and penalties for camping in public areas without offering adequate shelter solutions, reflecting deep divisions on how to balance enforcement with compassion.