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Peruvian parade organizers tell Paterson council they were denied permit application; city told to clarify process
Summary
Representatives of a 39‑year‑old Peruvian parade told the council they were not given a permit application and that a newly formed group was granted a permit filed after the original group's request. Organizers asked the city for transparency and a review of the permit process.
Multiple leaders of the long‑running Peruvian Parade and Festival told the Paterson council on May 13 that their organization was treated unfairly in the 2025 permit process and asked the city for clarity and fairness.
Mariela Seclen, identified herself as president of the parade’s board of trustees, said the group submitted a letter of intent last July and followed instructions but was told the application "was not even submitted." She said a newly formed organization led by…
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