Paterson Honors Rubin “Hurricane” Carter and John Artis

Overview: Paterson City Council dedicated street signs to Rubin “Hurricane” Carter and John Artis, aligning with Carter’s birthday. This event, underscored by themes of resilience and calls for criminal justice reform, saw emotional contributions from exonerees, family members, and community leaders who highlighted the broader issues of social and racial justice within the community and the legal system.

Paterson City Council Approves Litigation Settlement

Overview: The Paterson City Council recently passed a key resolution authorizing the settlement of a pending litigation case, Rosa Rodriguez versus the City of Paterson. The resolution, identified as Law Resolution 24:262, was unanimously adopted with a vote of seven yeses and two absences noted.

Paterson City Council Renames Clinton Street Park to Honor Community Advocate Janette Thompson

Overview: The Paterson City Council meeting addressed a variety of topics, but the most significant event was the unanimous decision to rename Clinton Street Park to Janette Thompson Park. This gesture acknowledges Thompson’s over 40 years of community service and her advocacy for the park’s development.

Paterson Board Denies Housing Project Amid Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent Paterson Planning Board meeting, a decision was reached regarding a contentious housing project proposal, reflecting community apprehensions about neighborhood density and infrastructure strain. The board denied an application for the consolidation and re-division of lots aimed at creating additional housing units due to concerns over the impact on the already dense neighborhood, parking issues, and property neglect. This decision came after public comments were raised against the proposed three-family houses, citing the lack of justification for the project’s benefits and emphasizing the challenges posed by neglected property in a crowded area.

Paterson City Council Honors Community Pillars in Unanimous Resolutions

Overview: In a notable Paterson City Council meeting held on April 9, 2024, key resolutions were unanimously passed to honor longstanding community figures. Chief among them was the tribute to Chief John DeCandia Sr., who was celebrated for his remarkable 51-year tenure with the city, and the posthumous designation of Rosette Avenue as Dr. Lugo Way, in memory of Dr. Carlo Lugo’s contributions to the children of Paterson. The council also recognized the service of union leader Peter Ty and community advocate Elsa Mana with street dedications. Additionally, the meeting tackled issues, including the regulation of food distribution to the homeless, the procurement of tactical robot systems for the police department, and the release of deed restrictions on properties sold by the city in 1999.