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Ordinance 24‑80‑25 — which the council opened for public hearing and then closed with no public comment — passed on a unanimous roll call.

The council accepted an addendum (27a) authorizing the acceptance of additional NJDOT funds for the final design phase (FD) of the Market Street Streetscape Improvements project and approved a related amended agreement with NVS for final engineering design services (27b). Both addenda were moved and approved by roll call.

Council members also approved minutes from prior meetings (Jan. 21 and Feb. 4), accepted grouped agenda items and resolutions (items 2–7; 8–14; 17–27 as presented), and approved payment of bills. Multiple roll calls recorded unanimous or near‑unanimous support; where a council member was absent for a vote that absence was noted.

Motions to close public hearings and accept consent items were routinely seconded and passed. No substantive amendments to the ordinance or the Market Street agreements were made during the April 1 meeting.

— Ending: The council scheduled follow-up administrative and finance reports; no further votes on the listed items were taken at the April 1 meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Passaic Council Meeting - April 1st, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At its April 1 meeting the City of Passaic City Council gave second and final reading to Ordinance 24-80-25 (disabled parking), accepted an additional NJDOT grant and amended engineering agreement for Market Street Streetscape (addenda 27a and 27b), and approved a slate of routine consent items and bills.","taxTitle","Passaic City, Passaic County, New Jersey","taxId",12672,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6616729,"Passaic mayor warns federal grant uncertainty may force budgeting adjustments; finance report forthcoming",109,3297000,3406000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353&start=3297&end=3406","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353/thumbnail_3297000.jpg","/articles/6616729/Passaic-City/Passaic-County/New-Jersey/Passaic-mayor-warns-federal-grant-uncertainty-may-force-budgeting-adjustments-finance-report-forthcoming","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6616729-3d77718c19837b8fafd529f1dc677adf/orig.mp4?Expires=1771191885&Signature=JhzxbIbUb~YySiYwDCStJ6sAw~r1npq75p8AXNMdWnqNS6iufSY3SmZ9EWq5zT1Rf8zUBmhyehloeYk4Q1FWpq6z6n2iGknk39SYxPiwD3-KiVEmuR7SFIjZPqskQY8IwZd4mcWsZdzf7hCPLW5QDWvI~KTr~CBosHkQUhr6ufqCef28tpKM5f8dazf6DA7dGL17w1tCLVpRSoh9KSIcxr7jMlFZteQ-xftlGzQ7lDDHgHOREn3Z0-uepG8Dv4KpeaoOzYYzPg0fJ4CdSaO0HKMyuBT6efpvV8ud40Ngf481PneYKUwr15nmCsh7JOnAcVgkfFR4cKAe647woh7veg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The mayor told the City of Passaic council on April 1 that a number of federal grants and reimbursements are uncertain and that municipal leaders are preparing for tighter budgets in coming months.

The mayor said the city has been informed that certain health grants, some COVID-related funding, and HUD communications have been reduced or are not being returned promptly. He identified programs that could be affected — including WIC, vaccination clinics, recreation programs and housing repair or first‑time homebuyer assistance — but did not provide dollar amounts.

The mayor said the city’s director of community development, Joyce Han, told him that HUD has been slow to respond to calls and emails and that municipal staff have not received clear direction on grant availability. The mayor said the city has historically kept its tax rate under 5 percent and is preparing a prioritized list of projects to align with likely funding priorities.

City Finance Director Omar Garcia and Business Administrator Fernandez were described as preparing a full presentation to the council on upcoming budget impacts. The mayor said he asked department directors to review priorities and consider tailoring grant applications to align with likely funding streams.

Council members were told the city is exploring options and will aim to use funds already allocated responsibly. The mayor cautioned that without new grant revenue the city would face difficult choices about which nonessential projects to delay or cut and noted the city cannot readily eliminate some essential services, such as police and fire staffing.

The mayor also made a joking reference to a social-media post about a “$100 million koi pond” and clarified that the post was an April Fools’ Day joke and not an actual grant or project.

— Ending: Finance Director and business administrator to provide a detailed briefing to council on grant impacts and the draft budget at a future meeting.","Mayor and administration officials told the City of Passaic council on April 1 that several federal and HUD-funded programs face uncertain funding, potentially affecting WIC, vaccines, housing repairs, recreation and infrastructure; the finance director will present a detailed budget report at a later meeting.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6616736,"Residents complain of late‑night club activity and street nuisance; police say enforcement and patrols will increase",412,1531000,1943000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353&start=1531&end=1943","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353/thumbnail_1531000.jpg","/articles/6616736/Passaic-City/Passaic-County/New-Jersey/Residents-complain-of-latenight-club-activity-and-street-nuisance-police-say-enforcement-and-patrols-will-increase","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6616736-7b5dfacf5fd3e06a67b04a65ee249451/orig.mp4?Expires=1771191885&Signature=KKq9VD7RewZogkiaJh0kZIyYYBplqQ~1Iaiad4-ombuQsxC1jmgJA6xfo1TQvzwZMCLszLoFoFRopOl6keiAcduD7JEsDv6Tq~hVwpSQUPFAAkEG7TSOUv7xJ4S-Cz48SpmGHBqnMnDLpFv1XbOhbJp2hN5P03rFebc3dgPNJ2rvoyZ7HvOpsyoQsn4DaVDbjT0mlkSnhwr7pHh24wYOLWenzGpyntug1kM8yUlpiZiDX7QSkZ~EZZIiL9GEMxGrMAnpNYEAgtQK14R5I2ejD-EcOJyweCWrvU25sV~kj0ytaWw767mKo89G33s3BYMRoX8haVl-YUonGQULfLCDyg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Residents told the City of Passaic council on April 1 they are being disturbed by late‑night activity near Main Avenue and Chestnut Street, including what sounded like gunshots, loud parties and trash left in public spaces.

A public commenter who said she lives on Chestnut Street told the council she has repeatedly heard “pow pow pow” late at night, described a heavy concentration of clubs and rooftop dining near the intersection and said the noise and perceived danger are waking elderly residents.

The Police Chief acknowledged the complaints and told the council that officers will increase patrols in the area and document any scenes where shell casings or other evidence is found. The chief also said police have been cracking down on illegal fireworks sales and usage, which residents sometimes mistake for gunfire.

The mayor and chief said most entertainment establishments are required to employ security and to perform patron checks at the door; failure to meet those obligations can lead to loss of an entertainment license. The chief said the city has previously closed businesses and refused to allow them to reopen because of license violations.

Other public commenters raised related neighborhood concerns: a security guard said motorcyclists and bicyclists perform dangerous stunts, urinate on private property and create hazards; another resident said he is seeing more gang activity and violent incidents across several streets.

Council members and the mayor asked the Police Chief and deputy chief to step up enforcement during the hours when the disturbances reportedly occur. The chief reiterated a procedural point: residents should call the department immediately when they hear suspected gunfire so officers can document the scene and preserve evidence.

No ordinance or new regulation was approved at the April 1 meeting to address these complaints; council members asked staff and the police to pursue increased patrols and to continue enforcing licensing rules for entertainment venues.

— Ending: Council directed police to increase patrols and reminded residents to report incidents immediately.","Multiple residents at the April 1 council meeting described recurring late‑night noise, gunfire, and public nuisance near Main Avenue and Chestnut Street; police said patrols will be stepped up and reminded business owners that licensing requires security and cooperation.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6616740,"Passaic mayor, police pledge follow-up after family raises unresolved November shooting",24,1124000,1148000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353&start=1124&end=1148","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2850531-1902f43d33faccb9dc51b72e40342353/thumbnail_1124000.jpg","/articles/6616740/Passaic-City/Passaic-County/New-Jersey/Passaic-mayor-police-pledge-follow-up-after-family-raises-unresolved-November-shooting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6616740-12087319f9953115976ee72a68d251b0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771191885&Signature=MLMUBP48FYFGLcJ~GbxhyW3KP47dGM3WXy0o-~s2iR7qg2x7ku-NE8PG1mPMTg4ZRv~9a6gtxGqlOoSOBRrTP0Lw~xyV6yol~aTFkNd~RRvbPKmTln-ETYLanMxINFkL-1FGxvFzHxcP2wTrH2~PjZT9EMfpJ6c626~bb8~Yav5gfxYWNKlisI3cHERRP9u4fzPucs0xASqDyXu333geGFpO85ZFUfFFvO4nYRavDVVgZwsNB0tFlNkbdQOT7wWALAl073Yv5MIADCdoTT9uyfY8l~7FUbPtfgGDvhX3lg~IIHV2zaEL6vDXmac-J3ec~B5GuA4KiXX2ZkNpSP9TBQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A family member of a shooting victim told the City of Passaic council on April 1 that she has received no updates on an November 8 shooting and asked officials to find who shot her relative.

The matter was raised during the public-comment portion of the City of Passaic City Council meeting by a speaker who identified herself as the victim's relative. She said the victim remains traumatized and “still thinks he's a target” because there has been no contact with the family about the case.

The mayor and Police Chief responded that the investigation remains active and that Detective Joshua Medina is handling the matter. The chief said ballistics and other investigative work remain outstanding and that police would not close the case simply because no arrest has been made.

\"If someone hasn't been caught, the investigation is still pending,\" the Police Chief said, and added he would have Detective Medina contact the family the following day. The mayor apologized on behalf of city officials if the family had not received updates and said he would ensure the chief and detectives provide the appropriate information.

Council members clarified that criminal charges typically come from the prosecutor's office and that local police investigations often involve coordination with county or state prosecutors. The mayor said that, to the extent permitted by prosecutors, detectives will meet with family members to provide as many details as can be shared without compromising the investigation.

The council did not take any formal motion or vote on the matter during the meeting. The Police Chief offered to meet with the family and provide contact information so they could receive an update in person.

The comment came amid other public-safety concerns voiced by residents at the same meeting, including complaints about late-night noise and shootings in commercial corridors.

— Ending: The family was told detectives will follow up; no new charges or arrests were announced during the April 1 meeting.","At the April 1 City of Passaic council meeting, a woman whose relative was shot in November pressed city leaders for information; the mayor and police said the investigation remains active and promised a detective will contact the family.","actionData","errors"]

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Passaic council approves disabled‑parking ordinance, Market Street grant acceptance and routine consent items

Passaic mayor warns federal grant uncertainty may force budgeting adjustments; finance report forthcoming

Residents complain of late‑night club activity and street nuisance; police say enforcement and patrols will increase

Passaic mayor, police pledge follow-up after family raises unresolved November shooting