- NJ
- Passaic County
- 2/11/25
- 02/11/2025
- 324 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Paterson City Council meeting, council members engaged in a heated discussion over discrepancies in payments owed to police department members. This issue has created urgency among council members as they expressed frustration over delayed retroactive payments to officers who have already fulfilled their duties. Disagreements about the calculations involved in determining the owed amounts have further complicated the issue. A council member pointed out, “I believe my numbers are correct and they believe their numbers are correct,” highlighting a lack of consensus on the financial figures, which is critical for officers to receive their retroactive pay.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 1/21/25
- 01/21/2025
- 430 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Paterson City Council meeting, attention was drawn to a debated ordinance that would penalize homelessness, sparking passionate responses from both council members and the public. The ordinance proposed criminalizing individuals who camp or sleep on public property, leading to a wave of opposition from community members and organizations who argued that such measures would exacerbate the issues faced by homeless individuals rather than provide solutions. A representative from the ACLU of New Jersey labeled the ordinance as “ineffective and inhumane,” advocating instead for supportive policies and increased shelter options. Many speakers echoed these sentiments, urging the council to prioritize compassion and collaboration over punitive approaches.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 1/21/25
- 02/12/2025
- 61 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Passaic County Board of Commissioners meeting, emphasis was placed on the transformative role of local libraries in bridging the digital divide and supporting community needs. The meeting also covered several public hearings on landscape improvements at Lambert Castle and urban park developments, as well as the recognition of retiring Undersheriff Alberto Cuadrado.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 1/14/25
- 01/14/2025
- 259 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Paterson City Council meeting spotlighted concerns over traffic safety, homelessness, and illegal dumping, as council members and residents voiced their frustrations and called for immediate action. With a persistent push for traffic lights at dangerous intersections and growing frustration over the city’s response to homelessness, the council faced a series of challenges that require strategic solutions.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 1/13/25
- 01/13/2025
- 16 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Paterson City Council meeting highlighted the unveiling of newly renovated tennis courts at School 25, emphasizing the city’s dedication to youth development and community collaboration. This initiative, part of a broader effort to improve recreational facilities, includes upgrades to tennis courts at Eastside and Westside Parks, as well as additional playground and sports facility enhancements throughout the city.