- NJ
- Passaic County
- 6/11/24
- 06/19/2024
- 41 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Passaic County Board of Commissioners met recently to deliberate on a range of significant urban development initiatives and oversee progress on community-enhancing projects. The session’s focal points included discussions on the relinquishment of reverter rights on properties earmarked for residential development, a $12 million project for a new park—marking the first in the county since the 1970s—and the Main Avenue Redevelopment plan, alongside addressing public safety concerns on Mount Prospect Avenue.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 6/7/24
- 06/10/2024
- 48 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a demonstration of international solidarity, the Paterson City Council acknowledged the raising of the Palestinian flag at a recent meeting, an event that showcased the city’s embrace of its Palestinian American community and their cultural and humanitarian concerns. The flag-raising ceremony was accompanied by speeches, performances, and a collective recognition of the ongoing conflict in Palestine, with efforts to promote awareness and unity at the forefront.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 6/3/24
- 06/03/2024
- 10 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Patterson, NJ has been awarded its largest-ever Clean Communities grant, a significant increase from the previous year’s funding, aimed at enhancing the city’s anti-litter initiatives and combating illegal dumping. The grant, totaling $283,000, marks a considerable boost from the $26,000 received in the prior year, as announced during a city council meeting.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 311 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Paterson City Council has approved the renovation of Westside Park, focusing on community engagement and the long-term enhancement of public spaces. The meeting also tackled the transitional aid required for the city’s budget, with council members discussing the necessity of exploring different options due to the absence of extra funding. Further, the council recognized the achievements of Candace Crystal Cotton, the local softball coach who led her team to the state tournament after a 40-year gap.
- NJ
- Passaic County
- 5/21/24
- 05/21/2024
- 16 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent special meeting of the Paterson City Council, members unanimously passed a resolution to rename a portion of Main Street to “Veterans Way” in honor of military service members. The resolution, initially put forward by a Council member and co-sponsored by the remaining council members, is a tribute to veterans and will involve collaboration with the Patterson veterans Council and the P County veterans office. The designated section spans from Market Street to Broadway. During the session, the council members expressed their support for the resolution, highlighting personal connections to veterans and the importance of honoring their service.