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City of Passaic New Jersey Passaic City Council September 5, 2024, 2024 Minutes PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WAS CONDUCTED IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL STREAMED VIA ZOOM ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 AT 7:00 P.M. WEATHERLY FRIAS, MUNICIPAL CLERK, READ THE FOLLOWING NOTICE INTO RECORD: GOOD EVENING, ON BEHALF OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WE WELCOME YOU TO THE SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 231 PUBLIC LAWS OF 1975, ADEQUATE NOTICE OF THIS MEETING WAS PROVIDED BY RESOLUTION OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL ADOPTED ON JUNE 18, 2024, SETTING FORTH THE SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS FOR THE YEAR 2024-2025; SAID NOTICE WAS PUBLISHED AND POSTED ON THE CITY HALL BULLETIN BOARD BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK PLEASE BE FURTHER ADVISED THIS PUBLIC MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PERSON. THE ZOOM STREAM PROVIDED IS FOR VIEWING ONLY AND IS OFFERED TO THE PUBLIC AS A CONVENIENCE. ON AUGUST 07, 2024, PUBLIC NOTICE AND ZOOM INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS MEETING WERE PUBLISHED IN THE HERALD NEWS AND POSTED ON THE CITY OF PASSAIC WEBSITE AT: WWW.CITYOFPASSAIC.COM (COUNCIL AGENDAS) INSTRUCTIONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE LAST PAGE OF THIS AGENDA. PLEASE BE GUIDED ACCORDINGLY. ON CALL OF THE ROLL THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL MEMBERS RESPONDED: ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez Tech Tech ABSENT X difficult X X difficult X ies ies The Zoom platform experienced technical difficulties during the meeting, causing disruptions. As a result, Council Members Melo and Colon-Montañez had trouble hearing and fully participating in the proceedings. ALSO PRESENT: Hector C. Lora, Mayor; Ricardo Fernandez, Business Administrator; Susie Burns, City Attorney Invocation was rendered by Mayor Hector C. Lora followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC MAYOR’S UPDATE The Mayor provided updates to the City Council, beginning with a reminder about the September 11th ceremony at 9:11 a.m. He announced the start of construction on a new parking deck, adding over 300 public spaces. He highlighted the success of the August 18th book bag giveaway, which distributed over 400 book bags, offered free eye exams through Vision to Learn, and provided free books with More Than Friends. He thanked the community, school staff, police, and maintenance teams for their efforts in preparing for back-to-school week. The Mayor mentioned the August 20th NJEDA Urban Investment Fund public hearing and encouraged public participation. He also recognized the city's second annual International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31st, commending Liz Peralta and local organizations for educating residents on fentanyl dangers and Narcan use. He acknowledged Lowe’s “Hometown Hero” $2,500 donation for police training and equipment and introduced the Blue Envelope Program, led by Detective Guzman, to assist drivers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during traffic stops. A "Blue Driver's Ed" program will further educate neurodivergent youth and families on safe interactions with law enforcement. Infrastructure updates included completed paving on multiple streets, upcoming work on Ortho and Donald Avenues, safety gate installations in Blue Parks, sewer replacements, storm line improvements, and ADA ramp and traffic signal upgrades on Passaic Avenue. In closing, he announced the opening of a new grocery store near Wall Street, addressing food insecurity in a previously designated food desert. He expressed gratitude to all contributors and concluded his report. MINUTES Council Meeting Minutes for March 19, 2024, April 2, 2024, April 18, 2024, and May 7, 2024 were submitted for approval. Page 2 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Upon motion made by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Schwartz aforementioned meeting minutes were approved. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez Tech Tech ABSENT X difficult X X difficult X ies ies HEARING OF CITIZENS Council President Schaer opened the public portion of the Meeting with the following statement for the record: In Accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (N.J.S.A. 10:4-1 et seq.). The Council opens every public meeting for comments of the public. However, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 10:4-12 “nothing in this Act shall be construed to limit the discretion of a public body to permit, prohibit or regulate the active participation at any meeting,” Therefore, the City Council will not entertain any comments from persons who communicate obscene material, make statements which are considered bias intimidation in which any person attempts to intimidate any individual or group because of race, color, religion, handicap, sexual orientation, or ethnicity or makes personally offensive or abusive, defamatory or profane comments, comments intending to harass or speak any offensive or abusive language. The person who makes these statements will relinquish their allotted five minutes for public discussion. Council Member Love stepped down from the dais 7:27pm Council Member Love took his seat on the dais at 7:28pm Council Member Munk arrived/took his seat on the dais at 7:26pm Council Member Munk stepped down from the dais 8:01 pm Council Member Munk took his seat on the dais at 8:06pm Mr. Miroslaw • Expressed concerns about parking issues at 9th St. and South St., stating that it is impossible to park due to commercial vehicles parked on the street. • Noted that businesses are unloading merchandise and blocking the sidewalk, and suggested that businesses use their own parking spaces for unloading. Page 3 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Matthew Krajewski • Raised concerns about trucks parking in residential areas, making it difficult for vehicles to turn. • Mentioned that there are yellow lines everywhere and that the area is overcrowded. Marco Scolestic • Echoed concerns about trucks parking in residential areas, particularly on 9th St. Reina • Reported issues on Market St., noting a significant rat problem and instances of car theft, including her own. • Stated that rats had damaged the engine of her car and called for a solution to the issue. Pedro Cedeno • Raised concerns about a mattress company discarding mattresses in the parking lot, which is attracting mosquitoes, fleas, bed bugs, and ticks to the area. • Noted that there is propane near the discarded mattresses, posing an additional concern. Aryeh Mack • Discussed parking issues, particularly people parking at bus stops, which prevents disabled individuals from getting off the bus. He expressed frustration over this matter. • Highlighted a rat infestation on Aspen Pl., emphasizing that it is unhealthy to have such an issue. • Inquired about the potential addition of more bike lanes. Joe Conscienti • Addressed rental issues, stating that tenants are being overcharged and calling for the establishment of a Rent Control Board. • Mentioned concerns about the concession stand on Passaic Ave. After ample opportunity given and no one else responding, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Schwartz the public portion of the meeting was adjourned. ROLL CALL Page 4 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez Tech Tech ABSENT X difficult X X difficult X ies ies Council President Schaer called for a five minute recess at 8:15 p.m. On a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Munk the council meeting was reconvened at 8:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez Tech Tech ABSENT X difficult X X difficult X ies ies Council Members Melo and Colon-Montanez experienced technical difficulties. ORDINANCE FOR SECOND AND FINAL READING (HEARING IS REQUIRED) Council President Schaer called up for the second and final reading Ordinance entitled: CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2455-24 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 317 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC TO ADD ARTICLE XVII, MUNICIPAL EXEMPTION FROMZONING REGULATIONS Council Member Love moved a public hearing to be held on Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Council Member Munk, So Ordered. The Council President then announced that all interested parties would be given an opportunity to be heard for or against the adoption of the Ordinance. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X After ample opportunity given and no one else responding, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Munk the public portion of the meeting was closed. Page 5 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council Member Schwartz moved the ordinance be adopted on second reading and final passage which motion was seconded by Council Member Munk and adopted upon a call of the roll. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council President Schaer called up for the second and final reading Ordinance entitled: CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2457-24 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DESIGNATION OF RESTRICTED PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS BY NJ LICENSE PLATE NUMBER Council Member Schwartz moved a public hearing to be held on Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Council Member Garcia, So Ordered. The Council President then announced that all interested parties would be given an opportunity to be heard for or against the adoption of the Ordinance. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Joe Conoscienti • Inquired whether the handicapped parking ordinance has changed, expressing concern that someone they know has been parking in the handicapped spot they paid for. Page 6 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC After ample opportunity given and no one else responding, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Garcia the public portion of the meeting was closed. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council Member Schwartz moved the ordinance be adopted on second reading and final passage which motion was seconded by Council Member Munk and adopted upon a call of the roll. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council President Schaer called up for the second and final reading Ordinance entitled: CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2458-24 ORDINANCE RESCINDING ORDINANCE 2216-19 AND ADOPTING A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 141-155 BROADWAY (BLOCK 2203LOTS 3, 4, 6 AND 7) IN THE CITY OF PASSAIC, NEW JERSEY Council Member Love moved a public hearing to be held on Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Council Member Garcia, So Ordered. The Council President then announced that all interested parties would be given an opportunity to be heard for or against the adoption of the Ordinance. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Joe Conoscienti • Asked for clarification regarding the ownership of a Page 7 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC property, specifically inquiring if the property is owned by Alex Perez. After ample opportunity given and no one else responding, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Garcia the public portion of the meeting was closed. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council Member Love moved the ordinance be adopted on second reading and final passage which motion was seconded by Council Member Munk and adopted upon a call of the roll. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council President Schaer called up for the second and final reading Ordinance entitled: CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2459-24 ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF PASSAIC’S REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PROPERTY DESIGNATED AS BLOCK 1003 LOTS 6 & 20 ON THE OFFICIAL TAX MAP OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC AND LOCATED AT 99-107 & 113 4TH STREET, PASSAIC, NJ Council Member Love moved a public hearing to be held on Ordinance. Motion was seconded by Council Member Munk, So Ordered. The Council President then announced that all interested parties would be given an opportunity to be heard for or against the adoption of the Ordinance. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Page 8 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC After ample opportunity given and no one else responding, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Garcia the public portion of the meeting was closed. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Council Member Love moved the ordinance be adopted on second reading and final passage which motion was seconded by Council President Schaer and adopted upon a call of the roll. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X COMMUNICATIONS AND PETITIONS: On a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Colon-Montanez the following communications and petitions were received placed on file and approval granted Weatherly Frias, City Clerk, submitting the following : • Request for a cash bond refund in the amount of $2000.00 to Doing it in the Park (Event: July 20, 2024) • Request for a cash bond refund in the amount of $2000.00 to LOGRO (Event: June 15, 2024) • Application for a Raffle License for Yeshiva Ktana of Passaic Inc., 1 Main Ave, Passaic Holy Rosary R.C. Church, 6 Passaic Street, submitting an application to hold a Church Picnic at 6 Wall Street, Parish Grounds, on September 07 from 8:00 p.m. to12:00 a.m. and September 8, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Contingent Upon Departmental Approvals) St. Mary’s Assumption Church, 63 Monroe Street, submitting an application to hold a Fish & Chips Lunch Sale at 63 Monroe Street (Church Parking Lot) on September 08, 2024, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Contingent Upon Departmental Approval) Page 9 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC The Fountain Church, 56 Division Ave, Belleville, NJ, submitting an application to hold a Prayer Walk & Rally on September 14, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Prayer will commence at 330 Passaic Street and will travel to Main Ave to Prospect St to Monroe Street, ending at Christopher Columbus Park Bobby Thomas Bandstand (Rain date: September 21, 2024)(Contingent Upon Departmental Approval) Angels Chosen for a Cause, Walking for a Cure, 139 Hamilton Ave, submitting an application to hold a Brest Cancer Awareness Walk on September 28, 2024, from10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. within the confines of Third Ward Park. (Rain date: October19, 2024) (Contingent Upon Departmental Approvals) Organization de Mexicanos Americanos Unidos NJ, 37 Essex Street, submitting the following applications for September 22, 2024: • Flag Raising in front of Passaic City Hall, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. • Parade, September 22, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The parade will commence at 330 Passaic Street, Passaic City Hall travel Passaic Street to Lexington Avenue to Monroe Street to Market Street to Bergen Street ending at Pulaski Park. • Festival, in Pulaski Park, on September 22, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Contingent Upon Departmental Approvals) City of Passaic (Administration/City Council) 330 Passaic Street, submitting application to hold a Street Renaming Ceremony, on September 14, 2024 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the intersection of Virginia Street and Third Street. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X Page 10 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC ALL MATTERS LISTED HEREUNDER ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE IN NATURE AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE MOTION ANY COUNCIL MEMBER MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE REMOVED FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. On a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Schwartz the following communications and petitions were received placed on file and approval granted Hon. Hector C. Lora, Mayor, submitting the following: • Proclamation Honoring Alicia Troche Caraballo 2024 Master Plan Reexamination Report- Housing Element. City of Passaic Municipal Court submitting their monthly report- July 2024 Millenium Strategies submitting their Monthly Activity Report- July 2024 North Jersey District Water Supply Commission, submitting the following: • Notice and agenda of their August 28, 2024 meeting State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection submitting the following: • Soil Remedial Action Permit; Case Name: Industrial Building @2 Brighton Avenue; Address: 2 Brighton Ave; City: Passaic City; County: Passaic County; SRP Program Interest #709336; Soil Remedial Action Permit #RAP24001; Block: 37.01 Lot 8.01; Block: 3245.02, Lot 20 • Suspected Hazardous Substance discharge notification NJDEP Case Number:24-08-20-1619-18 • Suspected Hazardous Substance discharge notification NJDEP Case Number:24-08-21-1122-47 • LSRP /New General Information Notice – Re: Passaic Metal & Building Supplies CO- Facility Location: 171 Monroe Street, Passaic NJ 07055 • Correspondence Re: Classification Exception Area / Well Restriction Area(CEA/WRA) Fact Sheet Form – Site Name : St Mary Hospital @Passaic PSEG, submitting the following: Page 11 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC • Notice of their September 04, 2024, public Hearing Re: Notice to Public Service Electric and Gas Company Gas Customers: In the Matter of the Petition of Public Service Electric and Gas Company for Approval of changes in its Gas Conservation Incentive Program; Notice of Filing and Notice of Public Hearing BPU Docket No. GR24060369 Passaic Valley Water Commission, submitting the following: • Minutes of their June 26, 2024 meeting • Cancellation Notice of their August 28, 2024 meeting • Notice of their August 21, 2024 special meeting • Agenda of their August 21, 2024 meeting City of Passaic Planning Board submitting the following: • Notice cancelling their August 14, 2024 city council meeting. City of Passaic Zoning Board submitting the following: • Agenda of their August 6, 2024 meeting • Agenda of their August 20, 2024 meeting ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X X X X X X ALL MATTERS LISTED HEREUNDER ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE IN NATURE AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE MOTION ANY COUNCIL MEMBER MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE REMOVED FOR SEPARATE CONSIDERATION. On a motion by Council Member Munk and seconded by Council Member Garcia the following communications and petitions were received placed on file and approval granted Passaic Board of Education, submitting the following: • Notice of their August 26, 2024 meeting. Page 12 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X ABSTAIN X X X ABSTAIN X RESOLUTIONS: THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS TAKEN OFF THE AGENDA RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF PASSAIC ON PASSAIC ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2024, AT 7:00 PM OR ANYTIME THEREAFTER TO DISCUSS PENDING LITIGATION, CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS AND PERSONNEL MATTERS THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE VOTED ON BY ONE MOTION Mayor Lora stepped down from the dais at 8:58 p.m. Council Members Melo and Colon-Montanez disconnected from ZOOM meeting at 8:59 p.m. On a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Garcia the following RESOLUTIONS WERE OFFERED FOR ADOPTION CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-218 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXTENSION OF CURRENT CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF COMPUTER HARDWARE WHEREAS, the City of Passaic wishes to purchase Computer Hardware Supplies offered under the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative #ESCNJ AEPA- 22G from CDWG of Chicago, IL; and WHEREAS, said contract has been extended through June 30, 2025; and WHEREAS, N.J.S.A.40A:11-2 authorizes the purchase of any materials, supplies or equipment under Cooperative Purchasing entered on behalf of the State by the Division Page 13 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury without the necessity for public bidding; and WHEREAS, Chris Post, Senior Technician, recommends that the contract for Computer Hardware be awarded to CDWG, Chicago, IL through June 30, 2025, for approximately $65,000.00. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that a contract for Computer Hardware offered under the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey Cooperative #ESCNJ/AEPA-22G be awarded to CDWG, Chicago, IL in an approximate amount of $ 65,000.00. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Various Accounts. Funds for the subsequent budget years are available, providing that the budget is approved by the governing body. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-219 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF COMPUTER SOFTWARE WHEREAS, the City of Passaic wishes to enter into a contract with SHI International Corp. of Somerset NJ, for computer software under the Bergen County Coop # BC-BID- 24-38; and WHEREAS, N.J.S.A.40A:11-2 authorizes the purchase of any materials, supplies or equipment under Cooperative Purchasing entered on behalf of the State by the Division Page 14 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury without the necessity for public bidding; and WHEREAS, the contract period commences on September 3, 2024, through June 5, 2026, in an approximate amount of $125,000.00. with one (1) Twelve (12) Month Renewal option; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that a contract be awarded to SHI International Corp. of Somerset NJ in the approximate amount of $ 125,000.00. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by City Counsel. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in various accounts. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-220 RESOLUTION AWARDING FURNISHING DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF SINGLE-SPEED BICYCLES PASSAIC URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE (UEZ) BUSINESS AREA TRANSPORTATION PROJECT WHEREAS, proposals were received by the Director of Purchasing on August 14, 2024, for the Furnishing Delivery and Installation of Single-Speed Bicycles for the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ), Business Area Transportation Project; and WHEREAS, the proposals were solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq; and Page 15 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, a list of proposals that were downloaded from the City of Passaic’s website can be found in the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the attached proposals were received; and WHEREAS, the Evaluation Committee recommends that the contract for Furnishing Delivery and Installation of Single-Speed Bicycles for the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Business Area Transportation Project be awarded to Dynamic Bicycles, Inc., Pawtucket, RI in the amount of $38,925.00 inclusive of Alternate #1 (3 Season Maintenance Plan March – November for $8,750.00) for the total contract amount of $38,925.00. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the contract for Furnishing Delivery and Installation of Single-Speed Bicycles for the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Business Area Transportation Project be awarded to Dynamic Bicycles, Inc., Pawtucket, RI in the amount of $38,925.00 inclusive of Alternate #1 (3 Season Maintenance Plan March – November for $8,750.00) for the total contract amount of $38,925.00. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in UEZ Business Area Transportation Project – Account #G-02-40-024-UBT-020 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-221 RESOLUTION AWARDING SHUTTLE SERVICES PASSAIC URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE (UEZ) BUSINESS AREA TRANSPORTATION PROJECT Page 16 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, proposals were received by the Director of Purchasing on August 14, 2024, for Shuttle Services for Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ), and WHEREAS, the proposals were solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq; and WHEREAS, a list of proposals that were downloaded from the City of Passaic’s website can be found in the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the following proposals were received: ProPark $ 465,500.00/year Montclair, NJ SP+ $ 752,474.00/year Transportation Chicago, IL WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Evaluation Committee that the contract for Shuttle Services Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Business District be awarded to ProPark, Montclair, NJ. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the Shuttle Services for Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Business District contract be awarded to Propark, Mobility, Montclair, NJ. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. Page 17 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-222 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM CODE ENFORCEMENT WHEREAS, the City of Passaic Code Enforcement Department wishes to purchase a new Telecommunications System offered under NJ State Contract #A-8082 from JCT Solutions, Jersey City, NJ; and WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 authorizes the purchase of any materials, supplies, or equipment under State Contract entered on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury without the necessity for public bidding; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the contract for the purchase of a new Telecommunications System offered under NJ State Contract #A-8082 be awarded to JCT Solutions, Jersey City, NJ in the amount of $ 41,295.50. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute contracts for the above, on a form approved by City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Trust Account #T-03- 56-595-000-UCC Page 18 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-223 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF AN AUTOMATED FILING SYSTEM CODE ENFORCEMENT WHEREAS, the City of Passaic Code Enforcement Department wishes to purchase an Automated Filing System offered under NJ State Contract #A-41261 from Garden State Office Systems & Equipment, Wall Twp., NJ; and WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12 authorizes the purchase of any materials, supplies, or equipment under State Contract entered on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury without the necessity for public bidding; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the contract for the purchase of an Automated Filing System offered under NJ State Contract #A-41261 be awarded to Garden State Office Systems & Equipment, Wall Twp., NJ in the amount of $81,325.00. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute contracts for the above, on a form approved by City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Trust Account #T-03- 56-595-000-UCC Page 19 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-224 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR HOME AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN FUNDING CONSULTANT WHEREAS, proposals were received by the Director of Purchasing on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, for Home American Rescue Plan Funding Consultant; and WHEREAS, the proposals were solicited through a fair and open process in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq; and WHEREAS, proposals were received as per the attached; and WHEREAS, in addition to the attached, a complete list of vendors that downloaded from the City of Passaic’s website, are available in the Purchasing Department. WHEREAS, it is the recommendation of the Evaluation Committee that the contract for Home American Rescue Act Plan Funding Consultant be awarded to RES Advisors, Paoli, PA in the amount not to exceed $50,000.00 for the period September 2024 through June 30, 2025; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the contract for Home American Rescue Plan Funding Consultant be awarded to RES Advisors, Paoli, PA in the amount not to exceed $50,000.00 for the period September 2024 through June 30, 2025. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form prepared by the city attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Account # H-24-47- Page 20 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION# 24-09-225 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2024 NJDOT SAFE STREETS TO TRANSIT PASSAIC CITY MULTI-INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (PENNINGTON & AYCRIGG INTERSECTION AND MONROE & HOPE INTERSECTION) WHEREAS, bids were received by the Director of Purchasing on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, for the 2024 NJDOT Safe Streets to Transit Passaic City Multi- Intersection Improvements Project; and WHEREAS, bids were received as per the attached; and WHEREAS, a full list of vendors that downloaded specifications from the website can be obtained from the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the lowest responsible, responsive bid was received from JC Contracting, Rahway, NJ in the amount of $ 505,157.05 inclusive of Alternate A (Pennington and Aycrigg Avenue and Alternate B (Monroe and Hope Avenue); and WHEREAS, Yasseen Saad, City Engineer recommends that the Contract for 2024 NJDOT Safe Streets to Transit Passaic City Multi-Intersection Improvements Project be awarded to JC Contracting, Rahway, NJ in the amount of $ 505,157.05 inclusive of Alternate A (Pennington and Aycrigg Avenue and Alternate B (Monroe and Hope Avenue); and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the Contract for 2024 NJDOT Safe Streets to Transit Passaic City Multi-Intersection Improvements Project be awarded to JC Contracting, Rahway, NJ in the amount of $505,157.05 inclusive of Alternate A Page 21 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC (Pennington and Aycrigg Avenue and Alternate B (Monroe and Hope Avenue); and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Acct #G-02-40-024- SST-020 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-226 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 2022 NJDOT LOCAL AID INFRASTRUCTURE FUND PROGRAM MYRTLE AVENUE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT WHEREAS, bids were received by the Director of Purchasing on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, for 2022 NJDOT Local Aid Infrastructure Fund Program Myrtle Avenue Roadway Improvements Project; and WHEREAS, bids were received as per the attached; and WHEREAS, a full list of vendors that downloaded specifications from the website can be obtained from the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the lowest responsible, responsive bid was received from 4 Clean-Up, Inc. of North Bergen, NJ in the amount of $ 333,830.15; and WHEREAS, Yasseen Saad, City Engineer recommends that the Contract for 2022 NJDOT Local Aid Infrastructure Fund Program Myrtle Avenue Roadway Improvements Project be Page 22 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC awarded to 4 Clean-Up, Inc. of North Bergen, NJ in the amount of $333,830.15; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the Contract for 2022 NJDOT Local Aid Infrastructure Fund Program Myrtle Avenue Roadway Improvements Project be awarded to 4 Clean-Up, Inc. of North Bergen, NJ in the amount of $ 333,830.15. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Account # G-02-40- 023-LAI-020 NJDOT FY2022 Local Aid Infrastructure. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-227 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR MERCER STREET DRAINAGE AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, bids were received by the Director of Purchasing on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, for Mercer Street Drainage and Roadway Improvements; and WHEREAS, bids were received as per the attached; and WHEREAS, a full list of vendors that downloaded specifications from the website can be obtained from the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, the lowest responsible, responsive bid was received from Your Way Construction, Inc. of Irvington NJ in the amount of $89, 140.39; and Page 23 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, Yasseen Saad, City Engineer recommends that the Contract for Mercer Street Drainage and Roadway Improvements be awarded to Your Way Construction, Inc. of Irvington NJ in the amount of $89, 140.39. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the Contract for Mercer Street Drainage and Roadway Improvements be awarded to Your Way Construction, Inc. of Irvington NJ in the amount of $89,140.39. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Acct # B-12-49-BG3- 006-9RD CDBG 2023 Sewer Systems and Roadway Improvements CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-228 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A CHANGE ORDER TO DECREASE A CONTRACT WITH AMERICAN ASPHALT & TRUCKING, LLC. FOR 2022 NJDOT LOCAL AID ROAD IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, on August 1st, 2023, the City Council of the City of Passaic adopted Resolution 23-08-240 (attached) approving a contract with American Asphalt & Trucking, LLC, of Newark, NJ in the amount of $450.812.00 for 2022 NJDOT Local Aid Roadway Improvements; and WHEREAS, a change order is necessary to decrease the contract as follows: Original $ 450,812.00 Contract Page 24 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Less Reductions -$ 77,708.41 Final Contract $ 373,103.59 Price NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the change order to the contract between the City of Passaic and American Asphalt & Trucking, LLC, is ratified and accepted, adjusting the contract to the revised total amount of $ 373,103.59. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City is hereby authorized to execute this Change order in a form approved by the City Attorney and that the Change Order be filed in the City Clerk’s Office. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-229 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN EMERGENCY CONTRACT WITH D&L PAVING, NUTLEY, NJ LABOR AND FURNISHING OF MATERIAL 3RD STREET WHEREAS, on March 5, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution #24-03-062 (attached) awarding a contract to American Asphalt Trucking, Newark, NJ for the 2022 NJDOT Local Transportation Projects Funds Program Multi- Improvement Project; and WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Labor notified the City of Passaic on Thursday, June 27, 2024, that American Asphalt Trucking, Newark, NJ violated several labor laws and was removed from continuing work on current projects while negotiations transpired between the Department of Labor and American Asphalt Trucking; and WHEREAS, it is the determination of the City Engineer, Yaseen Saad that this decision mandated by the NJ Department of Labor left a portion of 3rd Street in a Page 25 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC dangerous condition due to the shutdown of work and thus resulting in the incompletion of paving said streets; and WHEREAS the City of Passaic hired D & L Paving Contractors, Inc. Nutley, NJ under emergency circumstances to complete only the portion of work started by American Asphalt Trucking which left 3rd Street unsafe for the residents of the City of Passaic; and WHEREAS, emergency purchases and contracts may be negotiated and awarded without public advertising for bids pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-6; and WHEREAS, the cost was negotiated between D & L Paving, Nutley NJ, and the City Engineer, Yasseen Saad and the cost of $ 132,529.44 was agreed upon. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the payment to D & L Paving Contractors, Inc. Nutley, NJ be made for $132, 529.44. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in Account # G-02-40- 022-DLT-020. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-230 RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS BROADWAY (GROVE STREET TO PROSPECT STREET) WHEREAS, bids were received by the Director of Purchasing on Thursday, August 23, 2024, for Sidewalk Improvements at Various Locations on Broadway (Grove Street to Prospect Street); and Page 26 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, bids were received as per the attached; and WHEREAS, a full list of vendors that downloaded specifications from the website can be obtained from the Purchasing Department; and WHEREAS, AA Berms of Belleville, NJ submitted a bid using the original proposal form from the July 18, 2024 bid opening, which was rejected and revised for the August 23, 2024 bid, therefore their bid was disqualified. WHEREAS, the lowest responsible, responsive bid was received from AJM Contractors, Clifton, NJ in the amount of $ 225,300.00; and WHEREAS, Yasseen Saad, City Engineer recommends that the Contract for Sidewalk Improvements at Various Locations on Broadway (Grove Street to Prospect Street) be awarded to AJM Contractors, Clifton, NJ in the amount of $ 225,300.00; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the Contract for Sidewalk Improvements at Various Locations on Broadway (Grove Street to Prospect Street) be awarded to AJM Contractors, Clifton, NJ in the amount of $ 225,300.00; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney. CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in the Neighborhood Preservation Program /American Rescue Plan Page 27 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-231 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from Kevin Nunez for property known as Block 1014 Lot 1, also known as 62 Fourth Street, owner: Kevin Nunez; and WHEREAS, Kevin Nunez, the homeowner requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be issued directly to the himself; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY Name & Address YEAR AMOUNT 1014/1 62 Fourth Street Kevin Nunez 2024 $2,140.00 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-232 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from Congregation E Yehoshua Inc for property known as Block 1324 Lots 3 & 6, also known as 35 & 39 Brook Ave, owner: Congregation E Yehoshua Inc; and WHEREAS, Congregation E Yehoshua Inc, the property owner requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be refunded directly to them; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. Page 28 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY Name & Address YEAR AMOUNT 1324/3 39 Brook Ave Congregation E Yehoshua 2024 $150.00 1324/6 35 Brook Ave Congregation E Yehoshua 2024 $104.86 Total Refund $254.86 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-233 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from CoreLogic for property known as Block 3281 Lot 18, also known as 16 Mineral Spring Avenue, owner: Javier Jalil; and WHEREAS, CoreLogic, the servicing company requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be issued directly to the homeowner; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY Name & Address YEAR AMOUNT 3281/18 16 Mineral Spring Avenue Jalil, Javier 2024 $2,858.85 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-234 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from Eitz Chaim Foundation/C/O Wolf C. for property known as Block 3306 Lot 42, also known as 100 Page 29 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Elmwood Ave., owner: Eitz Chaim Foundation/C/O Wolf C.; and WHEREAS, Eitz Chaim Foundation/C/O Wolf C., the property owner requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be refunded directly to them; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY Name & Address YEAR AMOUNT 3306/42 100 Elmwood Ave. Eitz Chaim Foundation 2024 $244.41 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-235 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from Tina Estates, LLC. for property known as Block 4068 Lot 56, also known as 161 Harrison Street, owner: Tina Estates, LLC; and WHEREAS, Tina Estates, LLC, the payor requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be issued directly to the property owner; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY Name & Address YEAR AMOUNT 4068/56 161 Harrison Street Tina Estates, LLC 2024 $3,926.92 Page 30 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-236 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REFUND OF TAX OVERPAYMENTS WHEREAS, the tax office received a duplicate tax payment from CoreLogic Tax Services for properties listed; WHEREAS, CoreLogic, the servicing company requested a refund of the amount paid in duplicate to be issued directly back to them. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic, that the Chief Financial Officer is hereby authorized to make the following refund(s) and for the Tax Collector to adjust his records accordingly. BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY OWNER NAME YEAR AMOUNT 1321.01/12 260 Park Ave Congregation Zichron 2024 $6,854.71 Shlomo 2144.01/32 105 Park Pl Angel & Milagros Colon 2024 $2,071.52 2157/74 49 Henry St 49 Henry Court LLC 2024 $6,919.69 2167/10 21 Martha Pl Edgar R. Flores 2024 $2,679.68 2195/44 543 Gregory Ave Frank Menchan Jr. 2024 $2,431.23 3224.01/21 83 Eight Ave Jose & Genoveva Leon 2024 $2,655.74 3228/3 241 Broadway Rafael & Xiomara 2024 $3,113.11 Rosania 3241/7 24 Linden St Ingri & Valerio 2024 $2,355.35 Portorreal 3242/19 72 Linden St Jennifer Yrrizarri 2024 $2,960.96 3250/1.7/ 285 Aycrigg Ave Conchita Mallen 2024 $1,424.17 c021g 3258/24 87 Aycrigg Ave Jessie & Rachel 2024 $4,774.34 Landsberg 3302/20 445 Passaic Ave Stratmore Alterman- 2024 $7,372.76 Trustee 3313/7 371 Brook Ave Congregation Eitz Chaim 2024 $5,235.23 3316.01/11 79 Amsterdam Ave 79 Amsterdam Ave LLC 2024 $3,861.63 3318/45 48 Amsterdam Ave Micah & Shoshana 2024 $4,360.20 Shotkin 3318.01/20 2 Amsterdam Ave Concord Estates 2024 $1,629.61 4071/34 29 Jackson St Bono Industries LLC 2024 $3,459.31 4097/1 203 Harrison St Gregorio & Emma 2024 $2,961.00 Martinez 4105/63 294 Harrison St Ana Frank & Jose Del 2024 $3,627.30 Pereyra Page 31 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC BLOCK/LOT PROPERTY OWNER NAME YEAR AMOUNT 4113/38 155 Van Buren St Javier Geraldine & Juan 2024 $1,874.64 Espinal Total Refund $72,622.18 CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-237 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ELECTRONIC TAX SALE WHEREAS, NJSA 54:5-19.1 authorizes electronic tax sales pursuant to rules and regulations to be promulgated by the Director of the Division of Government Services, and WHEREAS, the Director of the Division of Local Government Services has approved NJ Tax Lien Investors/RealAuction.com to conduct electronic tax sales, and WHEREAS, an electronic tax sale is innovative and provides a greater pool of potential lien buyers, thus creating the environment for a more complete tax sale process, and WHEREAS, the City of Passaic wishes to participate in an electronic tax sale. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the governing body of the City of Passaic, state of New Jersey, that the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to participate in an electronic tax sale. Page 32 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO 24-09-238 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT AWARD FROM THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR THE CHILDHOOD LEAD 2025 PROGRAM WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Health has awarded a grant to the City of Passaic for the Childhood Lead 2025 Program; and WHEREAS, the grant award is in the amount of $806,849 for the project period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025; and WHEREAS, the grant funds will be used to implement a Childhood Lead Exposure Prevention Program in the City of Passaic; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of Passaic recognize the importance of addressing childhood lead exposure and the benefits this program will bring to the community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic, New Jersey as follows: 1. The City of Passaic hereby accepts the grant award from the New Jersey Department of Health in the amount of $806,849 for the Childhood Lead 2025 Program (Grant Number: OLPH25CLP027) for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. 2. The Mayor and/or his designee is hereby authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the grant agreement. 3. The City's Health Officer, Kenneth Pincus, is designated as the Project Director for this grant. 4. The appropriate City officials are authorized to take all necessary actions to implement this resolution Page 33 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC and the grant program in accordance with the terms and conditions of the grant award. 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-239 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION TO THE NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES 2024- AGE-FRIENDLY GRANTS PROGRAM WHEREAS, the City of Passaic has learned of the availability of funding from the New Jersey Department of Human Services Age-Friendly Grants Program to assess, plan, and develop local age-friendly initiatives that support the health and wellbeing of older adults; and WHEREAS, said grant requires no matching funds from the City of Passaic; and WHEREAS, the City of Passaic wishes to submit an application for this grant in the amount of $100,000.00. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Passaic, that the City of Passaic is hereby authorized to submit a grant application to the New Jersey Department of Human Services Age-Friendly Grants Program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor, and City Clerk are hereby authorized to take all necessary actions to file this application and to accept grant funds from the New Jersey Department of Human Services Age- Friendly Community Grants Program. Page 34 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION NO. 24-09-240 RESOLUTION HONORARILY DESIGNATING THE CORNER OF THIRD STREET AND VIRGINIA STREET AS “ALICIA’S PLACE” WHEREAS, the City of Passaic is committed to recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to their community; and WHEREAS, Alicia Troche Caraballo was born on September 6, 1935, in Yauco, Puerto Rico, to Juan Troche and Palmira Caraballo, and relocated to Newark, New Jersey, in 1956, where she built a life defined by hard work, determination, and love for her family; and WHEREAS, while managing her own Botanica-Record store in Newark, Alicia earned her GED and later served as an aide with Newark Public Schools. Despite the demands of her professional life, Alicia’s greatest joy and proudest achievement was being a devoted mother to her six children— Carmen (Sally), Ferdinand (Freddy), Alicia (Lissy), Antonio (Papote), William (Willie), and Patricia (Tuty)— whom she raised with grace and determination; and WHEREAS, in 1970, after a devastating house fire, Alicia and her family moved to Passaic, New Jersey, where she continued to exhibit her entrepreneurial spirit by working at and eventually owning a clothing store on Market Street; and WHEREAS, Alicia Troche Caraballo became the sole proprietor of “Alicia's Bar” on Third Street in Passaic, a cherished establishment that served as a community hub for three generations. Known affectionately as “Mom” by many, Alicia's Bar was more than a place to socialize—it was a space where lifelong friendships were forged; and WHEREAS, Alicia's contributions extended beyond her business, as she sponsored various recreational leagues, including softball, pool, domino, darts, and bowling, and sometimes even live music events. Her generosity knew no Page 35 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC limits, as she provided food, clothing, and shelter to the homeless and regularly donated to numerous charities; and WHEREAS, known for her love of life, great laughter, sharp intellect, and fierce game of dominos, she treasured spending time with family, friends, The Puerto Rican Council, and Lajas Civic Club; and WHEREAS, Alicia passed away peacefully on July 2, 2024, at the age of 88. She is survived by eight siblings, five children, seven grandchildren, four great- grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; and WHEREAS, the immense contributions Alicia made to her community and family continue to be cherished with deep pride and affection by her loved ones and all who knew her. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Passaic, New Jersey, honors Alicia Troche Caraballo’s enduring legacy by designating the corner of Third Street and Virginia Street as “Alicia’s Place.” This designation will ensure that her memory remains an integral part of our city’s heritage. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute any documents or instruments required to effectuate the purpose of this Resolution. CITY OF PASSAIC RESOLUTION # 24-09-241 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) 2025 FORD EXPLORERS 4WD FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT WHEREAS, the Code Enforcement Department wishes to purchase Three (3) 2025 Ford Explorers 4WD under Educational Services Commission of NJ Cooperative #ESCNJ 23/24-11 from Nielsen Fleet, East Hanover, NJ; and Page 36 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2 authorizes the purchase of any materials, supplies or equipment under State Contract entered on behalf of the State by the Division of Purchase and Property in the Department of the Treasury without the necessity for public bidding; and WHEREAS, the vehicles are priced as follows: Unit Price Total Three (3) 2025 Ford $ $ Explorers 39,619.77/ea. 118,859.31 WHEREAS, Joe Colon, Director of Inspections and Code Enforcements recommends that the contract for Three (3) 2025 Ford Explorers 4WD be awarded to Nielsen fleet, East Hanover, NJ under the ESCNJ 23/24-11 in the amount of $ 118,859.31. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Passaic that a contract be awarded to Nielsen Fleet, East Hanover, NJ for Three (3) Ford Explorers in the amount of $ 118,859.31. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute a contract for the above on a form approved by the City Attorney CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS Funds for the above are available in T-03-56-595-000- UCC. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X ABSENT X X ABSENT X ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING Council President Schaer read said Ordinance by title: Page 37 of 43  Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2460-24 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE DESIGNATION OF RESTRICTED PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS BY NJ LICENSE PLATE NUMBER WHEREAS the total number of Handicapped Parking Spaces Restricted by New Jersey License Plate Number as per last ordinance was 4012 Handicapped Parking Spaces. WHEREAS the total number of Handicapped Parking Spaces Restricted by New Jersey License Plate Number as per this ordinance is 414 Handicapped Parking Spaces. BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Passaic and State of New Jersey that Chapter 295 ARTICLE XII Schedule XV shall be amended as follows: SECTION 1 295-32.2.Ord. Handicapped Parking Spaces Restricted by New Jersey License Plate Number shall be amended by the deletion of the following: DELETION: NAME OF STREET SIDE LOCATION PLATE # 312 Madison South Beginning at a point 102 T12NUF Street feet east of the easterly curbline of Myrtle Avenue and extending to a point 20 feet easterly therefrom 365 Main Avenue South (Lafayette Avenue) 7718HE Beginning at a point 64 feet west of the westerly curbline of Main Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet westerly therefrom 183 Ninth Street West Beginning at a point 191 M11NPP feet north of the northerly curbline of Page 38 of 43  Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC Passaic Street and extending to a point 22 feet northerly therefrom 475 Paulison West Beginning at a point 30 M68PAE Avenue feet south of the southerly curbline of Eighth Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet southerly therefrom 6 Peach Street North Beginning at a point 64 U51JNY feet west of the westerly curbline of Hammond Avenue and extending to a point 20 feet westerly therefrom 31 Van Buren South Beginning at a point 264 VTY18B Street feet east of the easterly curbline of Hope Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet easterly therefrom SECTION 2 295-32.2.Ord. Handicapped Parking Spaces Restricted by New Jersey License Plate Number shall be amended by the addition of the following: ADDITION: NAME OF STREET SIDE LOCATION PLATE # 183 Ninth Street West Beginning at a point 191 R75AKE feet north of the northerly curbline of Passaic Street and extending to a point 22 feet northerly therefrom 312 Madison South Beginning at a point 102 J71JPM Street feet east of the easterly curbline of Myrtle Avenue and extending to a point 20 feet easterly therefrom Page 39 of 43  Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC 71 Parker Avenue West Beginning at a point 90 7749HK feet south of the southerly curbline of Sherman Street and extending to a point 22 feet southerly therefrom 475 Paulison West Beginning at a point 30 Z50UVP Avenue feet south of the southerly curbline of Eighth Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet southerly therefrom 6 Peach Street North Beginning at a point 64 K59PSY feet west of the westerly curbline of Hammond Avenue and extending to a point 20 feet westerly therefrom 31 Van Buren South Beginning at a point 264 P42UVP Street feet east of the easterly curbline of Hope Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet easterly therefrom 110 Van Buren North Beginning at a point 161 3720HK Street feet east of the easterly curbline of Hamilton Avenue and extending to a point 22 feet easterly therefrom 60 Wall Street North Beginning at a point 109 2009HL feet east of the easterly curbline of Passaic Street and extending to a point 22 feet easterly therefrom Council Member Love moved the Ordinance be approved on first reading. Motion was seconded by Council Member Garcia the public hearing be held on September 17, 2024. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez Page 40 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC X X ABSENT X X ABSENT X Council President Schaer read said Ordinance by title: CITY OF PASSAIC ORDINANCE NO. 2461-24 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 317, “ZONING”, “SCHEDULE OF REGULATIONS PART 3”, OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC WHEREAS, municipalities are empowered to make, amend, repeal, and enforce its ordinance pursuant to Statue (N.J.S.A. 40:48-1, et seq.); and WHEREAS, municipalities are required by Statue to follow specific procedures for the passage of ordinances (N.J.S.A. 40:49-2 et seq.); and WHEREAS, Mayor Hector C. Lora aims to enhance development and redevelopment opportunities within the City in areas where the determination of densities accurately reflect the natural evolution of development; and NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDAINED by the Passaic City Council as follows: BE IT FURTHERED ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Passaic that the zoning ordinance amendment and as attached are hereby referred to the City of Passaic Planning Board for its review in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40:55-26a. SECTION 1 Section 317-11 “Schedule of Regulations” Part 3 be amended to add the following note: Page 41 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC “6. Density for mixed-use buildings in the C-R & C-R HD Zoning District shall be derived from the application of the following formula: [Total Lot Area/ 43,560 sq. ft] times the maximum permitted density.” Council Member Love moved the Ordinance be approved on first reading. Motion was seconded by Council Member Schwartz the public hearing be held on October 22, 2024. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X ABSENT X X ABSENT X PAYMENT OF BILLS On a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Schwartz, the PAYMENT OF BILLS was accepted and approved. ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X ABSENT X X ABSENT X ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT Ricardo Fernandez asked the Council to review Agenda Item #13, “2024 Master Plan Reexamination Report – Housing Element.” He also noted that he is available to address any questions they may have. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, on a motion by Council Member Love and seconded by Council Member Garcia the meeting was adjourned at 9:27 p.m. Page 42 of 43 Passaic City Council Minutes: September 5, 2024 Approved: December 3, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASSAIC ROLL CALL Colon- Munk Love Melo Schwartz Garcia CP Schaer Montanez X X ABSENT X X ABSENT X ATTEST: APPROVED: Weatherly Frias, Gary S. Schaer, Municipal Clerk Council President Page 43 of 43