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CITY OF CLIFTON
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 3, 2026
The Regular Meeting of the Municipal Council of the City of Clifton was held in the Municipal Council
Chambers of Clifton City Hall, 900 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey.
8:00 P.M. CALL OF ROLL
Mayor Grabowski called the meeting to order and presided, and announced that the location of exits should be
noted for use in case of fire or other emergencies and that smoking regulations apply to the building and cell
phones should be deactivated and turned off and read the following Statement of Compliance into the record:
Adequate notice of this meeting has been provided by the Annual Notice of regularly scheduled meetings of the
Municipal Council for the year 2026, which was published as legal advertisements in the Herald News on
November 20, 2025, and was additionally advertised in the Record on November 20, 2025. Further notice of
this meeting was given on Friday prior to the meeting by posting of said notice on the bulletin board at City Hall
and on the Clifton Website, which notice stated that formal action may or may not be taken on matters to come
before the Municipal Council.
Upon roll call, the following were noted present:
Councilman Gibson (BG) Via ZOOM
Councilman Kolodziej (JK)
Councilman Latona (AL)
Councilman D’Amato (CD) arrived at 8:00 PM
Councilwoman Pino (RP)
Councilwoman Sadrakula (MS)
Mayor Grabowski (RG)
Also present were City Attorney, Thomas Egan; Assistant City Attorney, Andrew Oddo; City Manager, Gary
DeMarzo; City Clerk, Kathleen Tolosi; Deputy City Clerk, Megan Krusznis.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / INVOCATION / PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
Rev. Oleksii Holchuk, Pastor ~ Holy Ascension Church
PUBLIC HEARING
There was no public hearing.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A Motion was made by Councilman Kolodziej, seconded by Councilwoman Pino and passed on roll call vote to
approve the following Minutes:
Approval of Special Budget Meeting Minutes of January 13, 2026
Approval of Workshop Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2026
Approval of Executive Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2026
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2026
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
C-1 Michel Lapczynski, Public Works, Laborer 1, hired effective January 16, 2026, at $35.000.00
annually.
C-2 Shaun Treloar, Public Works, Laborer 1, hired effective January 16, 2026, at $35.000.00 annually.
C-3 Angel Lopez, Public Works, Laborer 1, hired effective January 16, 2026, at $35.000.00 annually.
C-4 Joseph Oliver, Public Works, Laborer 1, hired effective January 16, 2026, at $35.000.00 annually.
COMMUNICATIONS MEETING MINUTES
C-5 Meeting Minutes for the Clifton Traffic Safety Committee on 12/11/2025
C-6 Meeting Minutes of the North Jersey District Water Supply Commission on 12/17/2025
C-7 Meeting Minutes of the Passaic Valley Water Commission on 12/17/2025
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SECOND READING ORDINANCES
A. Adoption of Ordinance 8074-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8074-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8074-26
With no one wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman Kolodziej, seconded by Councilwoman
Pino and passed on roll call vote to close the public hearing.
The following entitled ordinance had been introduced and having passed on first reading, which first reading
was by title and said entitled ordinance having been published according to the law and thereafter placed on the
Agenda of the present meeting, said ordinance was brought up for public hearing at the opening of such hearing
said ordinance was given a second reading which reading was by title and all persons interested having been
given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance and upon motion, adopted said hearing was closed
and said ordinance was thereafter finally passed without amendments.
Bond Ordinance Providing for the Acquisition of Automotive Vehicles for the Police Department in and
by the City of Clifton, in the County of Passaic, New Jersey, Appropriating $800,000 Therefore and
Authorizing the Issuance of $760,000 Bonds or Notes of the City to Finance Part of the Cost Thereof
(5-2-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilwoman Pino, and Mayor
Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman Latona and Councilwoman Sadrakula voted Nay.
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A. Adoption of Ordinance 8076-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8076-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8076-26
Gary Perino asked how this will be monitored in the future. He also asked if there can be an additional
provision added to fine property owners should the police be called to the property for a complaint.
Henry Cholewczynski asked if a portion of the $500 registration fee can be dedicated to the salary for a code
official solely dedicated to Air BNB enforcement.
Carolyn Bardach and Emily Hicks from the North Central Jersey Association of Realtors asked that the
terminology be changed from realtor to licensed real estate agent.
James Lasgar requested basements and attics be added to the ordinance.
With no one else wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman Kolodziej, seconded by Councilman
Latona and passed on roll call vote to close the public hearing.
The following entitled ordinance had been introduced and having passed on first reading, which first reading
was by title and said entitled ordinance having been published according to the law and thereafter placed on the
Agenda of the present meeting, said ordinance was brought up for public hearing at the opening of such hearing
said ordinance was given a second reading which reading was by title and all persons interested having been
given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance and upon motion, adopted said hearing was closed
and said ordinance was thereafter finally passed with amendments.
Councilwoman Sadrakula motioned to amend the registration fee to $500 and specifically note no illegal
basement or attic apartments are allowed, which was seconded by Councilman D’Amato and passed on roll call
vote.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement the Code of the City of Clifton to add a Chapter
Entitled "Short Term Rentals" (Creates Regulations Regarding Short Term Rentals)
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
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A. Adoption of Ordinance 8079-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8079-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8079-26
Pat Caesar thanked the council for correcting the parking permits back to what they were. She began
discussing changing the parking signs, which is not part of the current ordinance discussion. She concluded
with requesting additional passes for families with special needs members who require medical professionals
to come to the home. She also requested the renewal period be March 15th to May 15th.
Nancy Chirlo requested property owners who rent their properties out be allowed two parking permits per
property. She also provided the council with information about illegal basement and attic apartments on
Portland Avenue, which is why there is no parking.
With no one else wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilwoman Sadrakula, seconded by
Councilman D’Amato and passed on roll call vote to close the public hearing.
The following entitled ordinance had been introduced and having passed on first reading, which first reading
was by title and said entitled ordinance having been published according to the law and thereafter placed on the
Agenda of the present meeting, said ordinance was brought up for public hearing at the opening of such hearing
said ordinance was given a second reading which reading was by title and all persons interested having been
given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance and upon motion, adopted said hearing was closed
and said ordinance was thereafter finally passed without amendments.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 349 of the Code of the City of Clifton,
Entitled "Permit Parking on Residential Streets and Municipal Lots" More Particularly Section 349-1
Thereof, Entitled "Designation of Restricted Street; Issuance of Permits" (amends the Number of
Visitor Parking Permits)
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
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FIRST READING ORDINANCES
A. Introduction of Ordinance 8077-26
The entitled ordinance was introduced and read by the City Clerk, as first reading, which reading was by title,
passed upon a Motion made by Councilman Gibson and seconded by Councilman D’Amato.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 99 of the Code of the City of Clifton, Entitled
“Salaries and Compensation,” More Particularly Article IV Thereof, Entitled “Officials and Employees
not Represented by a Bargaining Unit,” and More Particularly § 99-18 Thereof, Entitled “Minimum and
Maximum Salaries Fixed” (Removes the Title of Clerk Part-Time, Adds Public Agency Compliance
Officer and Amends Salary Range for Clerk 2 Part-Time and Clerk 3 Part-Time)
It was regularly moved, seconded, and carried that the ordinance now pending be further considered for final
passage after public hearing at the regular meeting of the Municipal Council to be held Tuesday January 20,
2026, at 8:00 p.m. and that the City Clerk be authorized to publish said ordinance together with statutory
notice as required by law.
(6-1-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilwoman Sadrakula voted Nay.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8078-26
The entitled ordinance was introduced and read by the City Clerk, as first reading, which reading was by title,
passed upon a Motion made by Councilman D’Amato and seconded by Councilman Latona.
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An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 99 of the Code of the City of Clifton, Entitled
“Salaries and Compensation,” More Particularly Article II Thereof, Entitled “Nonuniformed Officials
and Employees,” Section 99-2, Entitled “Minimum And Maximum Salaries Fixed; Uniform Allowances”
(Adds Titles of Chief Code Enforcement Officer, Code Enforcement Officer Trainee, Legal Secretary,
Legal Secretary 1, Principal Payroll Clerk, Personnel Aide, Senior Purchasing Assistant, Assistant
Purchasing Agent, And Registered Environmental Health Specialist Trainee Public Health Part-Time)
It was regularly moved, seconded, and carried that the ordinance now pending be further considered for final
passage after public hearing at the regular meeting of the Municipal Council to be held Tuesday January 20,
2026, at 8:00 p.m. and that the City Clerk be authorized to publish said ordinance together with statutory
notice as required by law.
(6-1-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilwoman Sadrakula voted Nay.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8080-26
The entitled ordinance was introduced and read by the City Clerk, as first reading, which reading was by title,
passed upon a Motion made by Councilman Kolodziej and seconded by Councilman D’Amato.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement the Code of the City of Clifton to Add a Chapter Entitled
"Cost Share Sidewalk Repair Program (Creates Regulations Regarding Sidewalk Repair Program)
It was regularly moved, seconded, and carried that the ordinance now pending be further considered for final
passage after public hearing at the regular meeting of the Municipal Council to be held Tuesday January 20,
2026, at 8:00 p.m. and that the City Clerk be authorized to publish said ordinance together with statutory
notice as required by law.
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
FLOOR TO THE MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
Nancy Chirlo asked if she would be allowed to obtain two permits to park at the home she owns. The City
Manager advised she was given a temporary sticker based on the ordinance. Councilman Latona asked if she
could obtain a visitor pass from her tenant. City Manager DeMarzo also noted her eligibility of obtaining
temporary parking passes when she needs to visit.
Sandra Rosa noted her concern for Nicolette Towing operating on the property next door to her and she was not
notified of their utilization of the property. She advised the council of her concern with fumes from the running
vehicles, the noise, and the lack of barriers to protect her property.
Dorothy Gilmore believes Allwood Road was not cleaned up properly. She then read an article regarding ON3
that has reported it will have 1,078 apartments and a 6-story hotel on 116 acres of land with 20 acres of green
space. She asked how many of the medical facilities are tax-free. She also asked how many units are reserved
for seniors, disabled, and veterans. She asked what the status of the City Manager is, and if he is a permanent
employee or temporary.
Tarek Alnatur announced his intent to run for city council in November and spoke about his family, his career,
and being part of Clifton for 16 years.
Kayla Scordo noted her complaint regarding Clifton housing inspectors harassing them at their home, which is
caused by a hostile, disgruntled neighbor. She is requesting the City Manager and council intervene.
Pete Tandon noted his support for the city to create their own storage facility for towed vehicles, and he asked
for them to consider still utilizing the current towers.
Henry Cholewczynski noted his support for the Air BNB ordinance. He requested to allow the building
department to do their jobs by enforcing and approving permits for egress windows for basement bedrooms. He
believes DPW did a good job with what they have and asked the council to provide the DPW with more
equipment, and he asked for the city to work on the recycling program. He requested to have more responsibility
from the garbage men to not pick up recycling.
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Gary Perino stated both presentations today were great. There was an article regarding the Allwood Theater for
a proposal for a project, there was a commitment for the sign, and he requested the council follow up so we do
not lose it. Allwood Road is a disaster and needs to be cleaned up properly. Residents need to clean off their
cars, and the laws need to be enforced. Illegal apartments need to be investigated.
James Lasgar spoke regarding the speed limit signs on Delawanna Ave. and noted the importance of visibility
and locations for the new signs to go up.
Councilwoman Pino left the dais at 9:28 pm and returned at 9:32 pm.
Bart Ciervo asked what is happening with Lowry Field. He also asked what is happening at the Hoffman La
Roche property. He claims a lot of back door deals are happening. He asked how the City Manager signs off on
a council member’s time sheet. He asked why council members walk out when he speaks. He called
Councilwoman Pino derogatory names.
Donna Popowich stated we have had 34 water main breaks, and the infrastructure needs to be updated. She
believes the revaluation is inconvenient. She feels hopelessness throughout the city and noted the disappointment
of the residents. She requested creating an event to bring in more revenue. She has lost hope that the current
council can solve the problems of the city.
Tayshal Desai believes the that the council does not understand the impact of the Immigrant Trust Act resolution
of support. She also believes the DPW did not do a good job plowing and removing snow.
Matt Ward stated residential and commercial zones abutting each other will cause many problems. Cars should
not be idling longer than 3 minutes. There will not be another public meeting for the Allwood Road project, and
the council should contact the county to discuss phase one. Questions need to be answered regarding location,
funding, and start date for the project. The School Board meetings have had attendance by residents addressing
the traffic at the high school. There should be no tolerance for hate, and it should be denounced by the council.
He also believes there should be a crackdown on quality-of-life issues. There are rampant violations of the city
code, especially in high density areas.
Greg Carroll, via Zoom, noted his disapproval with the snow removal.
With no one else wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilwoman Sadrakula, seconded by
Councilman D’Amato and passed on roll call vote to close the public session.
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
CITY MANAGER PRIVILEGE/RESPONSE TO RESIDENTS
City Manager, Gary DeMarzo, did not have any comments this evening.
COUNCIL PRIVILEGE
Councilman D’Amato
Councilman D’Amato stated he is looking forward to what the potential candidates have to offer in the upcoming
council election. He asked if Portland Avenue can be addressed based on the reports of violations and concerns
from the residents. He asked if the infrastructure could be fixed. The City Code Enforcement needs to be
investigated for validity of fair enforcement. He added that all forms of hate are not acceptable, and he will not
assist the public should they be hateful in public at a meeting. He asked about a legal opinion regarding the
health benefits. It will be presented at the special meeting on Tuesday, February 10th. He made a motion to refer
the matter to the State Attorney General’s office by sending a formal letter from the City of Clifton Governing
Body after the legal opinion is received. That motioned was seconded by Councilwoman Sadrakula if the letter
also goes to the Office of Public Integrity. The motion was amended as such.
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
Councilman Gibson
Councilman Gibson noted there are reasons for the ordinances in the city, and if the council continues to change
them to benefit certain people it would not be good.
Councilwoman Sadrakula
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Councilwoman Sadrakula asked where we stand on the garbage contract. She noted the zoning ordinances need
to be updated, and letters have been sent by the Zoning Board to adjust the ordinances. On the last Tuesday of
the month beginning in March, she stated she will be hosting a “town hall” for the betterment of the city. Illegal
apartments are a drain on our schools and our resources. Selective enforcement needs to end. She requested the
addresses of any homes with illegal apartments, and she added that residents who file complaints should not
have their names released to prevent retaliation. She also asked for an update on the signage to be replaced on
Delawanna Avenue. She remorsefully let the public know that her dog, Bentley, had passed away.
Councilman Latona
Councilman Latona noted the Ramadan crescent lighting will be 2/14 at city hall at 4:30 PM. He congratulated
several first responder employees on their 25 years of service in Clifton. There will be an after-action report on
the recent storm response. The council is fully backing the decision of the Zoning Board in their denial of the
Geeland LLC application. There is good news coming for the ordinance updates. He added that any decisions
for development properties in the city and the number of units, and who they can be allocated to, will be up to
the governing body. He wished the new candidate, Tarek, good luck in the election.
Councilwoman Pino left the dais at 10:05 pm and returned at 10:07 pm.
Councilman Kolodziej
Councilman Kolodziej noted that at a recent meeting the council unanimously voted in favor of allowing parking
permit applications to be done online, which has not been implemented yet. The council also voted to no longer
have direct representation on the Passaic Valley Water Commission and they have asked for monthly reports
delivered by a PVWC representative. The parking at the high school is a concern for all, however our manpower
is reduced and we can’t afford to lose officers to place them on site to reduce traffic at the school. Our Department
of Public Works is short-staffed and they have outdated equipment, and it is the responsibility of the council to
decide whether they receive staff and funding for new equipment. He made a motion to advise the state
comptroller of the reimbursement made to the City Manager, and that motion was seconded by Councilman
D’Amato.
(6-0-1-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona, Councilwoman Pino,
Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman Gibson abstained.
He noted from the report provided by Lt. Brodie that out of 33 patrol vehicles, there are 19 vehicles out of service
from the Police Department. The council voted to provide the Police Department with 10 new vehicles from the
bond ordinance approved on second reading tonight. He responded to the report of a house of worship in our
community who portrayed an act of antisemitism and noted that the council did pass a resolution against
antisemitism. He asked if there is a way for administration to have a meeting with leaders of religious institutions
and explain why what was done was antisemitic.
Councilwoman Pino
Councilwoman Pino wished everyone a happy February and echoed her colleagues with praise for the
Department of Public Works on the job they did during the storm. She thanked a resident named Vincent for
finding and returning her son’s wallet while he was out working in the storm. Clifton Behind the Scenes will
have their first date for 2026 on March 19th. The ECHO youth program is back for their spring semester from
March 30th to May 22nd. She wanted to wish everyone a happy Black History Month, a Happy Ramadan, and a
happy Valentine’s Day.
Mayor Grabowski
Mayor Grabowski thanked the staff in the Health Department, including Nate, during the Code Blue event and
thanked the restaurants and diners for all the food that was donated. He addressed a comment made by the public
that the Planning Board and the Zoning Board are autonomous bodies and must follow the law. The mayor does
not appoint anyone to the Zoning Board, that is a decision made by the city council. He appoints members to the
Planning Board; however, he has a singular vote on that board. He noted that the Planner for the Planning Board
has been changed, and all the items requested by council are beginning to be worked on by the new Planner. He
added the Department of Public Works employees did a good job with what they had. Residents sometimes do
not listen to notices about removing cars from the streets, or instructions on specific things during an emergency.
He asked if administration can look into Portland Avenue for the illegal apartment investigation.
RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions were passed during the Work Session and moved during the Regular Meeting, unless otherwise
noted below.
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RESOLUTION 015-26
RESOLUTION
TO APPROVE
Claims to be paid the meeting of January 20th, 2026
Payroll 12/30/25 Total Claims
Current Fund $14,232,956.26 $2,762,539.49 $16,995,495.75
Grant Fund $253,989.87 $71,951.32 $325,941.19
General Capital Fund $480,643.27 $ - $480,643.27
Sewer Utility -Operating $23,406.24 $49,210.65 $72,616.89
Sewer Utility-Capital $14,202.50 $ - $14,202.50
Developers Escrow $4,098.48 $ - $4,098.48
Dog Trust $2,521.20 $ - $2,521.20
Revolving Loan Fund $ - $ - $ -
Police Extra Duty $ - $36,879.75 $36,879.75
Trust Other $218,513.69 $45,452.04 $263,965.73
Section 8 Public Housing $247,395.89 $247,395.89 $ -
Affordable Housing $ - $ - $ -
Community Development $31,925.43 $31,925.43 $ -
Payroll Agency $ - $ - $ -
Tax Title Lien Redemption $ - $ - $ -
Affordable Housing $ - $ - $ -
Self Insurance $507,309.76 $ - $507,309.76
Fire Dedicated Penalties $ - $ - $ -
Revolving Loan Fund $ - $ - $ -
Tax Title Lien Redemption $ - $ - $ -
Unemployment Trust Fund $37,642.87 $ - $37,642.87
Library $ - $94,563.02 $94,563.02
General Liability Trust $45,343.82 $ - $45,343.82
Workers Compensation Trust $65,056.64 $ - $65,056.64
Trust Escrow $ - $ - $ -
Reserve for Housing $ - $ - $ -
Federal DOJ Forfeiture $ - $ - $ -
TOTAL CLAIMS $16,165,005.92 $3,060,596.27 $19,225,602.19
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RESOLUTION 016-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CANCELLATION AND REFUND OF A PORTION
OF THE 2025 1ST QUARTER TAXES, THE 2025 2ND QUARTER TAXES, THE 2025 3RD
QUARTER TAXES AND THE 2025 4TH QUARTER TAXES PAID ON PROPERTY KNOWN
AS BLOCK 42.05 LOT 23, 222 SPEER AVE, OWNED BY A DISABLED VETERAN
WHEREAS John Harold Bennett Jr. has made an application to the Tax Assessor of the City of
Clifton for an exemption on the dwelling of a 100% permanent totally disabled veteran for the
property located at 42.05 Lot 23, 222 Speer Ave., and
WHEREAS in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-3.30 et seq. as amended by.P.L.2019, c.413; N.J.A.C.
18:28-1.1 et seq, the Tax Assessor has approved the exemption and because John Harold Bennett Jr.
occupies 100% of the dwelling the disabled veteran is entitled to an exemption on 100% of the
property; and
WHEREAS the United States Department of Veteran Affairs determined an effective date of the
100% Permanent & Total Disability of January 23, 2025; and
WHEREAS in reference to any retroactive refund, pursuant to N.J.S.A.54:4-3.32, the governing
body of each municipality, at its discretion, may return all taxes collected on property which would
have been exempt had proper claim in writing been made at the time of the exemption; and
WHEREAS by virtue of the approved 100% permanent and totally disabled veteran exemption, John
Harold Bennett Jr. is entitled to the cancellation of a portion of the 2025 first quarter property taxes,
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the 2025 second quarter property taxes, the 2025 third quarter property taxes and the 2025 fourth
quarter property taxes on the subject property, and at the governing body’s discretion, to refund a
portion of the 2025 first quarter taxes, the 2025 second quarter property taxes, the 2025 third quarter
property taxes and the 2025 fourth quarter taxes in the amount of $ 10,366.81and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City
of Clifton, that for the reasons aforesaid, the Tax Collector and/or City Treasurer are hereby
authorized and directed:
1. To cancel and refund the pro-rated portion of the 2025 first quarter property taxes in the
amount of $1,991.88, the 2025 second quarter property taxes in the amount of $2,675.65,
the 2025 third quarter property taxes in the amount of $2,877.59 and the 2025 fourth
quarter property taxes in the amount of $2,821.69 for a total refund of $10,366.81.
2. To keep the subject 100% property tax exemption for the totally disabled veteran for so
long as he shall qualify for the exemption and for so long as the exemption is authorized
by law based upon the facts and circumstances of this matter.
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RESOLUTION 017-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CANCELLATION THE 2026 1st QUARTER TAXES
ON PROPERTY KNOWN AS BLOCK 55.11 LOT 16, 30 WINDING WAY, OWNED BY A
DISABLED VETERAN
WHEREAS, Clive Winth has made an application to the Tax Assessor of the City of Clifton for an
exemption on the dwelling of a 100% permanent totally disabled veteran for the property located at
Block 55.11 Lot 16, 30 Winding Way; and
WHEREAS in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-3.30 et seq. as amended by.P.L.2019, c.413; N.J.A.C.
18:28-1.1 et seq, the Tax Assessor has approved the exemption and because Clive Winth occupies
100% of the dwelling the disabled veteran is entitled to an exemption on 100% of the property; and
WHEREAS the United States Department of Veteran Affairs determined an effective date of the 100%
Permanent & Total Disability of January 8,2026; and
WHEREAS in reference to any retroactive refund, pursuant to N.J.S.A.54:4-3.32, the governing body
of each municipality, at its discretion, may return all taxes collected on property which would have
been exempt had proper claim in writing been made at the time of the exemption; and
WHEREAS by virtue of the approved 100% permanent and totally disabled veteran exemption, Clive
Winth is entitled to the cancellation of the 2026 first quarter property taxes on the subject property, and
at the governing body’s discretion, to refund of the 2026 first quarter taxes in the amount of $0.00; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton, that for the reasons aforesaid, that the Tax Collector and/or City Treasurer are hereby
authorized and directed:
3. To cancel the property taxes for the first quarter of 2026 for a total refund of $ 0.00.
4. To keep the subject 100% property tax exemption for the totally disabled veteran for so
long as he shall qualify for the exemption and for so long as the exemption is authorized by
law based upon the facts and circumstances of this matter.
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RESOLUTION 018-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CANCELLATION of 67% OF THE TAXES AND
REFUND 67% OF A PORTION OF THE 2025 4TH QUARTER TAXES PAID ON
PROPERTY KNOWN AS BLOCK 37.02 LOT 9, 16 GRUNWALD ST, OWNED BY A
DISABLED VETERAN
WHEREAS Kevin T. Morgan has made an application to the Tax Assessor of the City of Clifton for
an exemption on the dwelling of a 100% permanent totally disabled veteran for the property located at
37.02 Lot 9, 16 Grunwald St., and
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WHEREAS in accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-3.30 et seq. as amended by.P.L.2019, c.413; N.J.A.C.
18:28-1.1 et seq, the Tax Assessor has approved 67% the exemption and because Kevin T. Morgan
occupies 67% of the dwelling the disabled veteran is entitled to an exemption on 67% of the property;
and
WHEREAS the United States Department of Veteran Affairs determined an effective date of the 100%
Permanent & Total Disability of December 23, 2025; and
WHEREAS in reference to any retroactive refund, pursuant to N.J.S.A.54:4-3.32, the governing body
of each municipality, at its discretion, may return all taxes collected on property which would have
been exempt had proper claim in writing been made at the time of the exemption; and
WHEREAS by virtue of the approved 100% permanent and totally disabled veteran exemption, Kevin
T. Morgan is entitled to the cancellation of 67% portion of the 2025 fourth property taxes on the subject
property, and at the governing body’s discretion, to refund 67% of a portion of the 2025 fourth quarter
taxes in the amount of $112.63; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City
of Clifton, that for the reasons aforesaid, that the Tax Collector and/or City Treasurer are hereby
authorized and directed:
5. To cancel and refund 67% of the portion of the 2025 fourth quarter property taxes in the
amount of $ 112.63 for a total refund of $ 112.63
6. To keep the subject 100% property tax exemption for the totally disabled veteran for so
long as he shall qualify for the exemption and for so long as the exemption is authorized by
law based upon the facts and circumstances of this matter.
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RESOLUTION 019-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT
2024 NJDOT SIDEWALK AND CURB IMPROVEMENTS
GRANADA CONSTRUCTION CORP.
WHEREAS, GRANADA CONSTRUCTION CORP. of Newark, New Jersey, did complete 2024 NJDOT
SIDEWALK AND CURB IMPROVEMENTS project in and for the City of Clifton for the total amount
of $1,263,854.60
And previous payments on account of said total have been paid in the amount of. $1,238,577.51
Leaving this FINAL PAYMENT of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 25,277.09
WHEREAS, said work was authorized by contract duly awarded at a regular meeting of the Governing Body
of the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, the Contractor has posted a Maintenance Bond, for a period of two years, in the amount of
$126,385.46; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has inspected the work done and has determined that said work has been
properly done and completed, to the best of his knowledge, in accordance with the terms and provisions of the
contract as amended, if amended, and hereby recommends that the said work be accepted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Clifton does hereby formally accept the work as
shown as completed in this resolution and contract.
NOW BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chief Financial Officer be and he is authorized and directed
to include the said claim totaling $25,277.09 on the claim list.
BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER NO. 58083
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RESOLUTION 020-26
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 AND FINAL
2024 NJDOT SIDEWALK AND CURB IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, on November 18, 2024, the City of Clifton adopted Resolution R529-24 awarding a
contract to GRANADA CONSTRUCTION CORP. of NEWARK, NJ, for the performance of
certain public work and the furnishing of material, labor and equipment for 2024 NJDOT
SIDEWALK AND CURB IMPROVEMENTS in the amount of $1,259,273.50; and
WHEREAS, regulations, adopted by the Local Finance Board of the State of New Jersey, and
dealing with “Contract Change Order” open-end contracts, etc., became effective on April 15,
1977; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has requested that a Change Order be made to the contract
awarded to GRANADA CONSTRUCTION CORP., in the amount of $4,581.10 a 0.36%
Increase as authorized by Resolution said being necessary for the proper completion of the project
job; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton desires to comply with said regulations, and to the end herewith
files with the Governing Body a report of the Engineering Department stating the facts involved
and indicating that the proposed contract Change Order is necessary and should be approved and
allowed; and
WHEREAS, the Chief Financial Officer has certified the availability of sufficient funds for the
amendatory change for which authorization is requested in the amount of $4,581.10 a 0.36%
INCREASE; and
WHEREAS, the total contract amount is now $1,263,854.60.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Municipal Council of the City of Clifton that
the said amendatory Change Order be and the same is hereby ratified and payment therefore is
hereby approved.
BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER 58083
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RESOLUTION 021-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT
TO ENVIRONMENTAL RESOLUTIONS, INC. FOR LICENSED SITE REMEDIATION
SERVICES AT THE DPW, FIREHOUSE #3, FIREHOUSE #6, CITY HALL AND THE
SAFAS SITE - 1/1/26 THRU 12/31/26
WHEREAS, in accordance with a mandate by the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection (NJDEP), the City of Clifton, by previous resolutions, appointed Rohan Tadas, presently
of Environmental Resolutions, Inc., as its Licensed Site Remediation Professional (LSRP) for five
sites in the City requiring remediation: the DPW, Firehouse #3, Firehouse #6, City Hall, and the
former Safas site; and
WHEREAS, remediation work has been ongoing on the five sites for years and must be continued
and Environmental Resolutions, Inc. has submitted proposals to provide said services for the period
January 1, 2026 thru December 31, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer recommends that a contract for said services be awarded to
Environmental Resolutions, Inc., in accordance with its submitted proposals, in the total amount not
to exceed $154,780.00, allocated to each site as follows:
DPW $68,180.00
Firehouse #3 $31,500.00
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Firehouse #6 $10,000.00
City Hall $24,800.00
Safas Site $20,000.00
WHEREAS, the Municipal Council wishes to award a contract for the remediation services to
Environmental Resolutions, Inc. of Mount Laurel, NJ, for the period January 1, 2026 thru December
31, 2026 in accordance with its proposals, at a total cost not to exceed $154,480.00; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is professional services and may be awarded without public
advertising for bids and bidding therefor under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5,
and, therefore, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the contractor and
is incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the Determination of Value; and
WHEREAS, the value of the contract for 2026 is determined to be not to exceed $154,480.00, and
the duration of the contract is 1/1/26 - 12/31/26;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a professional engineering services contract be
awarded to Environmental Resolutions, Inc. of Mount Laurel, NJ, for professional remediation
services for the DPW Site, Firehouse #3, Firehouse #6, City Hall and Safas Site, for the year 2026, at
a price not to exceed $154,480.00; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to execute a contract on behalf of the City of Clifton, and that the original of this resolution and the
contract above referred to be placed on file and made available for inspection at the Office of the
City Clerk of the City of Clifton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following short notice be printed once in a legal
newspaper of the City of Clifton:
CITY OF CLIFTON
NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARDED
The City of Clifton has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as a professional service
pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:11-5(1)(a). The contract and the resolution authorizing it are available for
public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk.
Awarded to: Environmental Resolutions, Inc., Mount Laurel, NJ
Services: Site Remediation
Project: DPW, Firehouse #3, Firehouse #6, City Hall & Safas Site
Cost: Not to Exceed $154,480.00
Term: 1/1/26 - 12/31/26
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RESOLUTION 022-26
RESOLUTION OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CLIFTON COUNTY
OF PASSAIC STATE OF NEW JERSEY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO
EXECUTE A FEDERAL AID AGREEMENT WITH THE NJDOT
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) authorized funding up to an amount of
$284,069.69 for Streetscape Improvements to Main Avenue; and
WHEREAS, this authorization was based on the scope of work and budget agreed upon by the City of
Clifton and the NJDOT Division of Local Aid; and
WHEREAS, the scope of work in this authorization includes Preliminary Engineering (PE) Activities,
and Final Design Activities will be authorized once PE activities have been completed; and
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WHEREAS, it is necessary for the City to enter a design contract between the City of Clifton and GPI
for Preliminary Engineering (PE) Activities; and
WHEREAS, work cannot begin until this funding agreement is executed by NJDOT;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Municipal Council of the City of Clifton that the
Mayor and Clerk are authorized to execute the attached Federal Aid Agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk is hereby directed to return four (4) original signed
and sealed copies of the attached agreement along with three (3) signed/sealed Resolutions for
execution by the Department of Transportation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the NJDOT will receive an initial billing (payment voucher)
from the City for the design project no later than 3 months after the NJDOT has concurred in the award
of the construction contract, and will receive subsequent billings in accordance with the terms of the
agreement.
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RESOLUTION 023-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF SITUATIONAL AWARENESS EQUIPMENT
WITH LICENSE PLATE READER FOR RIVER ROAD OFF THE BERGEN COUNTY CO-OP
CONTRACT PURCHASING PROGRAM PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 ET SEQ.
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works has experienced an increase in illegal dumping incidents
along River Road within the City of Clifton, despite ongoing cleanup and enforcement efforts; and
WHEREAS, the City is a member of the New Jersey Cooperative Purchasing Association (11BCCP),
the sister cooperative under Bergen County (CK04), from which a contract for Situational Awareness
Equipment with License Plate Readers for River Road is awarded via BC-BID-23-17; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works, in coordination with the Clifton Police Department, has
recommended the purchase of a trailer-mounted, high-resolution security camera system equipped with
enhanced license plate reader (LPR) technology to proactively deter, monitor, and enforce against
illegal dumping and vandalism; and for the term of May 18, 2025 to May 17, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the proposed system will enable the Clifton Police Department to identify violators and
issue summonses when illegal activity occurs, thereby enhancing public safety, improving enforcement
outcomes; and
WHEREAS, the proposed purchase includes the camera system, communication boxes, and full
configuration and alignment of all equipment, at a total cost of $49,823.63 from Gold Type Business
Machines located at 351 Paterson Ave, East Rutherford NJ through the Bergen County Cooperative
Contract No. BC-BID-23-17; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., the Municipal
Council wishes to authorize procurement of Situational Awareness Equipment With License Plate
Reader, via the aforesaid Bergen County cooperative contract, and therefore delegates the power to
make the same to the following named official: Amisha J. Jariwala, Purchasing Agent upon the
terms and conditions hereafter stated; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IF RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Council do hereby
approve and authorize the aforementioned procurements as needed from the above-named awarded
contractors off the Bergen County’s NJCPA Cooperative Contract No. BC-BID-23-17, through to May
2026; and
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS: Funds shall be certified at the time of purchase via the presentation
of a properly executed purchase order, budget adoption and budgetary appropriations considered. See
attached.
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RESOLUTION 024-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A NON-FAIR AND OPEN CONTRACT
TO GRAVIANO & GILLIS ARCHITECTS & PLANNERS LLC FOR 2025 CITY OF
CLIFTON HOUSING PLAN AND FAIR SHARE ELEMENT AND HEREBY
RATIFICATION OF THE PAYMENT FOR YEAR 2025
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton is required to prepare and update its Housing Plan and Fair Share
Element in accordance with the Fair Housing Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-301 et seq., and applicable
regulations of the New Jersey Council on Affordable Housing and/or the Department of Community
Affairs; and
WHEREAS, Graviano & Gillis Architects & Planners, LLC has demonstrated the requisite experience
and specialized expertise in affordable housing planning and municipal compliance with State housing
requirements; and
WHEREAS, Graviano & Gillis Architects & Planners, LLC has submitted a written proposal for these
services in an amount not to exceed $6,930.00; and
WHEREAS, the services were rendered during Calendar Year 2025, and payment is required for those
professional services; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is professional services and may be awarded without public advertising
for bids and bidding therefor under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5,
and, therefore, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the engineer and is
incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the Determination of Value; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and the City Clerk be and they are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract for rendering such Professional services by
Graviano & Gillis Architects & Planners LLC. located at Po Box 3341, Long Branch, NJ 07740, Inc.
for ratification of payment of $6,930.00 for year 2025;
Certification of Funds: Funds are available in COAH Account# 18-286-56-850-800
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RESOLUTION 025-26
AUTHORIZING AND AWARDING AVAILABLE 2026 CONTRACT RENEWAL
FOR COLLECTION OF SOLID WASTE, COLLECTION OF BULK WASTE, AND
COLLECTION OF VEGETATIVE WASTE SERVICES TO SUBURBAN DISPOSAL
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 060-23, the City of Clifton authorized a contract for the
Collection of Solid Waste, Collection of Bulk Waste, and Collection of Vegetative Waste Services on
January 17,2023 to Suburban Disposal, Inc.; and,
WHEREAS, the contract award to Suburban Disposal, Inc., was for a period of three years, with two
(2) one (1) year renewal options,
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has stated that Suburban Disposal, Inc. has provided
services satisfactorily, and has requested that the City Council authorize the 2021 contract renewal,
for a total not to exceed amount of $9,581,000.00, as originally proposed and awarded; and,
WHEREAS, Amisha J. Jariwala, the appointed Qualified Purchasing Agent, has reviewed and
concurs with the Director of Public works that such an extension was proposed and considered during
the Council’s initial award, is in the best interest of the City of Clifton; and,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Council do hereby approve and
authorize the extension of the above contract to Suburban Disposal, Inc., from January 1, 2026
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through December 31, 2026, for a total not to exceed amount of $9,581,000.00, in accordance with
Resolution 060-23 of January, 2023.
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS: Funds shall be made in account number
01-201-32-465-502 (solid waste recycling), subject to 2026 budget adoption. See attached.
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RESOLUTION 026-26
AUTHORIZING AVAILABLE 2026 CONTRACT EXTENSION
FOR VEGATATIVE WASTE DISPOSAL TO RER SUPPLY LLC
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 059-23, the City of Clifton authorized a contract for Disposal of
Vegetative Waste on January 17,2023 to RER Supply, LLC; and
WHEREAS, the contract award to RER Supply, LLC, was for a period of three-years and two One-
year renewal options , for a total contract amount of $912,800.00, based on estimated annual amounts;
and
WHEREAS, the above contract award to RER Supply, LLC, located at 4 South Corporate Drive,
Riverdale NJ 07457, via Resolution 059-23, dated January 17,2023, which provided for two (2) annual
contract extensions; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works has stated that RER Supply LLC has provided services
satisfactorily, and has requested that the City Council authorize the 2022 extension, for a total not to
exceed amount of $331,225.00 (Item 14 and 20) and Disposal of Brush Logs and Stumps(Item 5 and
11) for $70,860.00 i.e. for total not to exceed $406,260.00, as originally proposed and awarded; and
WHEREAS, Amisha J. Jariwala, the appointed Qualified Purchasing Agent, has reviewed and concurs
with the Director of Public works that such an extension is in the best interest of the City of Clifton;
and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Council do hereby approve and
authorize the extension of the above contract to RER Supply, LLC, through to December 31, 2026, for
a total not to exceed annual amount of $406,260.00
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS: Funds shall be made in account number
01-201-32-465-502 (solid waste recycling) subject to 2026 budget adoption.
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RESOLUTION 027-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A NON-FAIR AND OPEN CONTRACT
TO THE FRIENDS OF SHELTER (FOS) FOR 2026 CITY OF CLIFTON VETERINARY
SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Health Officer solicited informal proposals for the provision of certain veterinary
services to the Animal Shelter of the City of Clifton for 2026 from numerous providers; and
WHEREAS, these services shall be as follows:
• Examination
• FiV FeLV Test (Feline) or Heartworm Test (Canine)
• Revolution ()Feline) or Frontline (Canine)
• Deworming
• Vaccinated against Rabies & Distemper
WHEREAS, in response thereto, one (1) informal proposal was received, wherein the Friends of the
Shelter, Inc., a 501C(3) non-profit corporation, has offered to provide veterinary services to the City
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of Clifton Animal Shelter through utilization of various licensed veterinarian subcontractors, at the
favorable rate of $130 flat fee per animal; and
WHEREAS, a report was submitted to the City Manager wherein the Health Officer recommends the
award of a contract for said services to Friends of the Shelter, Inc., which provided the sole and lowest
quotation as aforesaid; and
WHEREAS, the value of the contract is approximately $56,500.00, and the duration of the contract
is for one year; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is professional services and may be awarded without public advertising
for bids and bidding therefor under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5,
and, therefore, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the engineer and is
incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the Determination of Value; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a contract for the provision of veterinarians to
provide certain veterinary services to the Animal Shelter located on the City Hall site, be and the
same is hereby awarded to the Friends of the Shelter, Inc., of Clifton, N. J., at the aforesaid rates, the
total price not to exceed $56,500.00; and
Certification of Funds: Funds are available in Animal Control Shelter Expenses# 01-201-27-340-323.
See attached.
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RESOLUTION 028-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING USE OF PASSAIC COUNTY COOPERATIVE
CONTRACT WITH GOVDEALS, INC FOR ONLINE AUCTION SERVICES FOR THE
DISPOSAL OF OBSOLETE VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton is the owner of certain surplus property, which is no longer needed
for public use, the list of which is attached as 2026 EXHIBIT A; and
WHEREAS, the City has historically utilized an Online Auction Service in order to sell and dispose
of obsolete equipment and vehicles; and
WHEREAS, on April 1, 2021, the County of Passaic, via County Resolution R20210329 awarded a
cooperative contract to GovDeals, Inc., in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq. for Online
Auction Services in accordance with “Fair and Open” procedures as established in the “Pay-to-Play”
Law, N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the County cooperative contract with GovDeals, Inc. has been extended through to
March 31, 2026, in accordance with Passaic County’s RFP 21-001; and
WHEREAS, the above Passaic County cooperative contract with GovDeals, Inc. was proposed and
awarded at no cost to the municipal client, whereby GovDeals, Inc. charges the buyer a percentage
premium above the net auction bid amount which is payable to the municipality; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton, in the county of Passaic, State of New Jersey that the list of vehicles as attached on 2026
Exhibit A shall be sold via online public auction services, as provided by the City’s contracted
vendor, GovDeals, Inc., 5907 Carmichael Place, Montgomery, AL 36117; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Council hereby
authorize the Qualified Purchasing Agent to initiate and advertise the above online auction.
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RESOLUTION 029-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
FORM PRINTING & STATIONERY PRINTING SERVICES
(YEAR 2026-2027)
WHEREAS, the current contracts for Form Printing & Stationery expired on December 31, 2025;
and
WHEREAS, bids for Form Printing were received and opened on January 14, 2026; and
WHEREAS, two (2) bids were received:
1. Envelopes and Printed Products, Inc.
2. Concept Printing, LLC
WHEREAS, Concept Printing, LLC had submitted the lowest pricing for items 2, 11,12,24-26, 28-31,
34-36, 38-72, and 74; and
WHEREAS, Envelopes and Printed Products, Inc. had submitted the lowest pricing for items 1,
3,4,5,6-10,13-23,27,32,33,37 and 73; and
WHEREAS, the term of said contracts will be renewed and will commence on January 1, 2026 and
end on December 31, 2027 and can be extended for two-one year extensions; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that open-ended contracts for furnishing and delivering
Form Printing & Stationery to the various departments of the City of Clifton, as needed, is hereby
awarded as follows in accordance with bids received January 14,2026 :
Envelopes and Printed Products
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 1 - Business Cards 1 Box $44.00
2 Boxes $39.00
Concept Printing
Item 2 - Double-Sided Business Cards (Health) 1 Box $45.00
2 Boxes $43.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
I tem 3 - Envelopes #10 (As Needed All Departments) 1 Box $64.00
2 Boxes $39.00
5 Boxes $29.00
10 Boxes $24.00
Item 4 - Envelopes #10 (City
Manager/Clerk/CDBG/Engineering/Fire/Legal/Zoning) 1 Box $119.00
2 Boxes $72.00
5 Boxes $44.00
10 Boxes $34.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 5 - Envelopes #10 (Health) 1 Box $84.00
2 Boxes $64.00
5 Boxes $62.00
10 Boxes $59.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 6 - Envelopes #10 (Police) 1 Box $64.00
2 Boxes $39.00
5 Boxes $29.00
10 Boxes $24.00
Item 7 - Envelopes #10 (Housing) 1 Box $64.00
2 Boxes $39.00
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5 Boxes $29.00
10 Boxes $24.00
Item 8 - Envelopes #10 (Housing/Focus Group) 1 Box $89.00
2 Boxes $56.00
5 Boxes $36.00
10 Boxes $35.00
Item 9 - Envelopes Windows#10 (As needed All Departments) 1 Box $64.00
2 Boxes $46.00
5 Boxes $34.00
10 Boxes $29.00
Item 10 - Security Tinted Envelopes Windows#10(Finance /Police) 1 Box $59.00
2 Boxes $46.00
5 Boxes $39.00
10 Boxes $36.00
Concept Printing
Item 11- Envelopes #10 (Hazardous Materials Control Bd (HMCB) 1 Box $105.00
2 Boxes $70.00
5 Boxes $45.00
10 Boxes $30.00
I tem 12 - Envelopes #9 (Fire Dept) 1 Box $150.00
2 Boxes $85.00
5 Boxes $65.00
10 Boxes $55.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 13 - Envelopes #9(Health Dept) 1 Box $88.00
2 Boxes $76.00
5 Boxes $74.00
10 Boxes $68.00
Item 14 - Envelopes #11(Fire Dept) 1 Box $114.00
2 Boxes $84.00
5 Boxes $64.00
10 Boxes $55.00
Item 15- Envelope #12 (Health Dept) 1 Box $114.00
2 Boxes $84.00
5 Boxes $64.00
10 Boxes $55.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 16 - Cut-in-cards Envelope (Building) 1 Box $114.00
2 Boxes $84.00
5 Boxes $64.00
10 Boxes $55.00
I tem 17 - Brown Craft Envelope (Fire Dept.) 1 Box $164.00
2 Boxes $104.00
5 Boxes $86.00
10 Boxes $78.00
Item 18 - Letterhead ( As needed all Departments) 1 Box $139.00
2 Boxes $89.00
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5 Boxes $59.00
10 Boxes $58.00
Item 19 - Letterhead (Police Dept) 1 Box $139.00
2 Boxes $89.00
5 Boxes $59.00
10 Boxes $58.00
Item 20 - Letterhead (Health Dept) 1 Box $139.00
2 Boxes $89.00
5 Boxes $59.00
10 Boxes $58.00
Item 21 - Letterhead (HUD) 1 Box $79.00
2 Boxes $59.00
5 Boxes $44.00
10 Boxes $43.00
Item 22 - Letterhead (CDBG/FOCUS) 1 Box $139.00
2 Boxes $94.00
5 Boxes $59.00
10 Boxes $54.00
Item 23 - Letterhead (Art Center) 1 Box $79.00
2 Boxes $59.00
5 Boxes $44.00
10 Boxes $43.00
Category B: License Books Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 24 - Cash Bail Receipt Book (Court/PD) 20 Books $17.50
40 Books $13.50
100 Books $10.50
Item 25 - Cash Bail Receipt Book (Court) 20 Books $13.50
40 Books $10.50
100 Books $7.95
Item 26 - Receipt Book (Finance) 7 Books $49.50
14 Books $35.00
Category C: One-sided Forms Envelopes and Printed Products
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 27 – Dog License 10 Box $29.00
Category C: One-sided Forms Concept Printing
Item 28 - Establishment License 1 Box $95.00
Item 29 - Sanitary Inspection Placard "Satisfactory" 1 Box $105.00
Category C: One-sided Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 30 - Sanitary Inspection Placard "Conditionally Satisfactory" 1 Box $105.00
Item 31 - Survey (Older Adult Services) 1 Box $95.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 32 - UCC Form F255 (Stop Construction Placard) 500 Box $129.00
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1 M $184.00
5 M $104.00
Item 33 - UCC Form (Danger) 500 Ea $129.00
1 M $184.00
5 M $104.00
Category D: Two-sided Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 34 - UCC Form F180 (Construction Permit Notice) 500 Ea $145.00
1 M $195.00
5 M $98.50
Item 35 - Inspection Record (Building) 500 Ea $135.00
1 M $185.00
5 M $90.00
Item 36 - Towed Vehicle Notification (Police) 500 Ea $70.00
1 M $95.00
5 M $60.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 37- ACH Form 500 Ea $160.00
1 M $185.00
5 M $85.00
Category E: Two(2) Part Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 38 - Sanitary Inspection Report (Continuation Sheet) 1 Box $165.00
2 Boxes $105.00
Item 39 - Warrant to Discharge Prisoner (Court) 500 Ea $95.50
1 M $150.00
5 M $97.50
Concept Printing
Item 40 - Summons - Subpoena (Court) 500 Ea $95.50
1 M $150.00
5 M $97.50
Item 41 - Notification of Penalties DWI (Court) 500 Ea $105.00
1 M $160.00
Item 42 - Order Payment of Fines and Costs 500 Ea $105.00
1 M $160.00
5 M $98.50
Item 43 - Authorization to apply bail against fines (Court) 500 Ea $90.00
1 M $145.00
Item 44-Clifton Tobacco Age of Sale Enforcement (c-tase) Notice 1 Ea
of Inspection Results - (Health) $210.00
5 M $125.00
Item 45- Notice of Violation (Health) 1 M $210.00
5 M $125.00
Item 46 - Private Swimming Pool License Renewal (Bldg.) 500 Ea $95.00
1 M $150.00
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Item 47 - Inspection Failure (Bldg.) 500 Ea 95.00
1 M 150.00
Item 48 - Carbon Monoxide Detector Activation (Fire Dept) 500 Ea $125.00
1 M $105.00
Item 49 – Flavor Vape Check -Inspection (Health) 1 M $210.00
5 M $125.00
Category F: Three (3) Part Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 50 – Cut-in-Card (Bldg.) 500 Ea $110.00
1 M $165.00 /m
Item 51 - Employee Warning Notice (Fire Dept) 500 Ea $150.00
1 M $215.00
Item 52 – Case Management Order (Court) 500 Ea $125.00
1 M $175.00
Item 53 - Commitment to Jail (Court) 500 Ea $175.00
1 M $125.00
Item 54 -Reinspection Fee(Health) 1 M $175.00
2 M $125.00
Item 55 - Subpoena to Testify (Court) 1 M $140.00
2 M $105.00
Item 56 - Request to Dismiss or Void Complaint (Court) 1 M $145.00
2 M $110.00
Item 57 - Subpoena to Testify- Form 98 (Court) 1 M $195.00
2 M $145.00
Category G: Four(4) Part Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 58 – Order and Certification ,Intoxicated Driving and Related
Offenses (Court) 500 M $195.00
1 M $275.00
Category H: Five Part Forms Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 59 - Municipal Court Order 1 M $450.00
2 M $295.00
Item 60 - NJ Bail Recognizance (Court) 5 M $175.00
Category I: Stickers Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 61 - UCC Form F-230B (Not Approved) 1 M $90.00
5 M $75.00
Item 62 - UCC Form F-224A (Approval for Fire Protection) 1 M $80.00
5 M $65.00
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Item 63 - UCC Form F-223 (Approval for Plumbing) 1 M $80.00
5 M $65.00
Item 64 - UCC Form F-222A (Approval for Electrical) 1 M $80.00
5 M $65.00
Item 65 - UCC Form F-221 (Approval for Building) 1 M $75.00
5 M $60.00
Category J: Folders Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 66 - UCC Form F-100-1 Construction Permit Application-
Folded Jacket 1 M $195.00
5 M $170.00
10 M $150.00
Category K: Pads & Other Items Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 67 - Plea Agreement Pads (Court) 200 pads $2.95
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 68 – Euthanasia Record Card (Health) 1 box $95.00
2 Boxes $65.00
Concept Printing
Qty Unit Unit Price
Item 69 - Uniform Traffic Tickets (Court) 10 M $495.00
20 M $347.50
Concept Printing
Item 70 - Special Form of Complaint & Summons (Court) 1 M $2,015.00
2 M $1,237.50
Concept Printing
Item 71 – Door Knockers (Animal Control) 1 M $125.00
2 M $105.00
Item 72- Door Knockers(Health Dept) 250 M $125.00
500 M $105.00
Envelopes and Printed Products
Item 73- Envelopes 10 Window (Hazardous Materials Control
Board (HMCB) 1 Box $119.00
2 Boxes $72.00
5 Boxes $44.00
10 Boxes $34.00
Concept Printing
Item 74- White Kraft Envelope (Health Dept.) 1 Box $175.00
2 Boxes $120.00
5 Boxes $98.50
10 Boxes $85.00
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk are
authorized and directed hereby to execute open-ended contracts, no purchase from which shall
individually exceed $17,500.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no services and/or goods shall commence prior to issuance of
a Purchase Order by the Finance Department.
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CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS, funds are available and will be charged accordingly as expenses
occur.
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RESOLUTION 030-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A NON-FAIR AND OPEN CONTRACT
TO MICROSYSTEMS-NJ.COM LLC FOR PREPARATION AND MAILING OF 2026
ASSESSMENT NOTICES
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 54:4-38.1, the Tax Assessor is required to mail Chapter 75
Assessment Notice postcards to each taxable property annually to inform taxpayers of their current
assessed value and to provide information regarding the assessment appeal process; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton Tax Assessor has filed the 2026 tax list and must prepare and mail
assessment notices to approximately 23,199 taxable properties within the statutory timeframe; and
WHEREAS, the Tax Assessor has determined that MicroSystems-NJ.com, L.L.C., the City’s
assessment MOD IV vendor, successfully performed these services for the 2025 Tax Year in a timely
and reliable manner, including mailing the notices ahead of schedule and posting electronic copies on
the City’s assessment search portal; and
WHEREAS, Tax Assessor has obtained a price quote from MicroSystems-NJ.com, L.L.C. for the 2026
Tax Year in the amount of $19,340.17, calculated at $0.83 per notice for 23,199 properties plus $85.00
processing, which includes postage at the current rate of $0.61 per piece, subject to postal rate changes;
and
WHAREAS, the 2026 cost represents an increase of $2,089.43 from the prior year, of which
approximately $1,159.95 is attributable solely to the United States Postal Service increase of $0.05 per
postcard; and
WHEREAS, the timely mailing and website posting of these assessment notices provides an important
service and convenience to Clifton property owners and assists taxpayers and their representatives with
income tax and assessment appeal matters; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is professional services and may be awarded without public advertising
for bids and bidding therefor under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5,
and, therefore, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the engineer and is
incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the Determination of Value; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to
award a contract to MicroSystems-NJ.com, L.L.C. for the preparation, printing, and mailing of 2026
Tax Year Chapter 75 Assessment Notices in an amount not to exceed $19,340.17, subject to
adjustment only for actual postage rate changes.
Certification of Funds: Funds are available in Account# 01-201-20-145-224
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RESOLUTION 031-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONTRACT TO ESO SOLUTIONS INC. FOR CITY OF
CLIFTON EMS SOFTWARE SERVICES FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton Fire Department has a need of basic proprietary EMS software and
services ; and
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WHEREAS, the City of Clifton has a need to acquire such service as a Non-Fair and Open Contract
pursuant to N.J.S.A 19:44A-20.5
WHEREAS, as a determination has been made as follows:
1. The known or estimated cost of the goods or service to be provided will exceed
$17,500.
2. Price quotes have been solicited and received from one service provider.
3. The anticipated term of this contract is for the calendar year 2026.
4. Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:30-5.4(a), the maximum dollar value of this contract shall
be $20,270.96 and the Chief Financial Officer has certified the availability of
funds; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is professional services and may be awarded without public advertising
for bids and bidding therefor under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5,
and, therefore, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the engineer and is
incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the Determination of Value; and
WHEREAS, the value of the contract is determined to not exceed $20,270.96, and the duration of
the contract is from January 6, 2026 to January 5, 2027;and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED ,that the Mayor and the City Clerk be and they are
hereby authorized and directed to execute a contract for rendering such software services by ESO
Solutions Inc. 11500 Alterra Pkwy Ste 100 Austin TX 78759-3192 for fees of $20,270.96 for year
2026; and
Certification of Funds: Funds are available in Account# 01-201-25-265-503
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RESOLUTION 032-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO HENDRICKS
APPRAISAL COMPANY, LLC FOR GENERAL APPRAISAL SERVICES INCLUDING
APPRAISALS IN CONNECTION WITH TAX APPEALS FOR 2026
WHEREAS, Hendricks Appraisal Company, LLC has been providing appraisal services for Tax Court
and other miscellaneous required appraisal work satisfactory to the City and the City requires renewal
of the contract for 2026; and
WHEREAS, the services to be performed are professional services, within the meaning of those terms
as used in the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., and, accordingly, a contract may
be awarded therefore without public advertising for bids and bidding in accordance with N.J.S.A
40A:11-5; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A 19:44-A-20.4 et
seq.; and
WHEREAS, the estimated combined value of this vendor’s contracts may be in excess of $17,500.00;
and
WHEREAS, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from Hendricks Appraisal
Company, LLC and is incorporated in the contract awarded hereby; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the professional services contract for general
appraisal services in connection with tax appeals and miscellaneous required appraisal work with
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Hendricks Appraisal Company, LLC of West Orange, New Jersey, is renewed for the year 2026, on
the same terms and conditions, not to exceed $20,000 without the adoption of a supplemental
resolution; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract on behalf of the City of Clifton, and that the original of this resolution award the
contract above referred to be placed on file and made available for the inspection at the Office of the
City Clerk of the City of Clifton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no services and/or goods shall commence prior to execution of
a contract prepared by the Law Department.
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RESOLUTION 033-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO MCNERNEY
& ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR APPRAISING SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH TAX
APPEALS FOR 2026
WHEREAS, McNerney & Associates, Inc. has been providing appraisal services for Tax Court and
other miscellaneous required appraisal work satisfactory to the City and the City requires renewal of
the contract for 2026; and
WHEREAS, the services to be performed are professional services, within the meaning of those
terms as used in the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., and, accordingly, a
contract may be awarded therefore without public advertising for bids and bidding in accordance with
N.J.S.A 40A:11-5; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A 19:44-A-20.4
et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the estimated value of the contract may be in excess of $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from McNerney and
Associates, Inc. and is incorporated in the contract awarded hereby; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a professional services contract for appraising
services in connection with tax appeals and other miscellaneous purposes for 2026 is hereby awarded
to McNerney & Associates, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5,000 without the adoption of a
supplemental resolution; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract on behalf of the City of Clifton, and that the original of this resolution award the
contract above referred to be placed on file and made available for the inspection at the Office of the
City Clerk of the City of Clifton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that no services and/or goods shall commence prior to execution
of a contract prepared by the Law Department.
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RESOLUTION 034-26
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BY-LAWS OF THE CLIFTON CABLE ADVISORY
TELEVISON COMMITTEE (REVISING SECTION 4. MEETINGS)
WHEREAS, the By-laws of Clifton Cable Advisory Television Committee were previously approved
by the Mayor and Municipal Council; and
WHEREAS, the Committee wishes to make a revision by changing the following section:
City of Clifton
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Cable Advisory Television Committee Bylaws
. . .
Section 4. Meetings
a. General committee meetings will be held quarterly in March, June, September and December on the fourth
Wednesday at 7:00PM in the Conference Room 101 in Clifton City Hall.
b. When the fourth Wednesday of the month falls on a holiday, the general meeting will be held on the
following Wednesday.
c. A schedule of general meetings will be supplied to the City Clerk by January 1st of each year.
d. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or by a majority of the committee members, petitioning the
secretary in writing. Special meetings may be in person or by Zoom and is decision of Chair or whoever
calling special meeting.
e. Unless for emergent issues, at least 3 days written communication shall be given for a special in person
meeting or zoom call.
f. Any schedule meeting may be changed by majority vote of the committee taken at a prior meeting.
DELETE section g.
. . .
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton hereby approve and accept the revised Bylaws of the Clifton Cable Advisory Television
Committee and all other provisions of the above-entitled bylaws are not further amended and remain
unchanged and in full force and effect.
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RESOLUTION 035-26
RESOLUTION FOR APPOINTMENT OF A MEMBER TO THE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CIVIL RIGHTS
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey are
in receipt of an application from Timothy DaGiau to become a Member of the Civil Rights Committee
to begin his two-year term on 1/20/2026 through 12/31/2027;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that Timothy DaGiau be and is hereby appointed to the
Civil Rights Committee commencing 1/20/2026.
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RESOLUTION 036-26
RESOLUTION RE-APPOINTING TWO MEMBERS OF THE
CLIFTON ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
WHEREAS, Alessia Eramo and George Foukas’ terms as Members of the Clifton Zoning Board of
Adjustment expired on December 31, 2025;
WHEREAS, the Council held interviews with six potential candidates for the two member positions
on January 13, 2026;
WHEREAS, the Council re-appointed Alessia Eramo and George Foukas as members of the Zoning
Board of Adjustment;
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BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of Clifton, that Alessia Eramo
and George Foukas are hereby re-appointed as Members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, for a term
of four years, commencing January 13, 2026 through December 31, 2029.
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RESOLUTION 037-26
DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPERS
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, designate The Herald
Newspaper and The Record Newspaper as the official newspapers of the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, P.L. 2025, c. 72 requires that starting March 1, 2026, municipalities publish their
public notices on the municipal website and the State website once available;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of
New Jersey, public notices will be available at https://www.cliftonnj.org/527/Public-Notices
starting March 1, 2026, in compliance with P.L. 2025, c. 72.
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RESOLUTION 038-26
RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS UPON RETIREMENT –
DEREK L. FOGG
POLICE SERGEANT
WHEREAS, on January 1, 2026, Police Sergeant, Derek L. Fogg, officially retired from his position with the
City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, he was appointed as a Police Officer on August 24, 1999 and his retirement will conclude an 26
year career in service to the public and the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, throughout his career, he has always displayed an attitude of professionalism and dedication to
duty; and
WHEREAS, he has been a credit to the City of Clifton during all this time, and this Governing Body wishes
to acknowledge his long-time service to the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council of the
City of Clifton do hereby extend to
DEREK L. FOGG
POLICE SERGEANT
their sincere congratulations and thanks for a job well done, as well as their best wishes for continued good
health, peace and happiness in his retirement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting, and a copy
thereof presented to DEREK L. FOGG.
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RESOLUTION 039-26
RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS UPON RETIREMENT –
WILLIAM GUMANN
SUPERVISOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS, on January 1, 2026, Supervisor of Public Works, William Gumann, officially retired from his
position with the City of Clifton; and
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WHEREAS, he was appointed as a Laborer on October 1, 1982 and his retirement will conclude an 43 year
career in service to the public and the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, throughout his career, he has always displayed an attitude of professionalism and dedication to
duty; and
WHEREAS, he has been a credit to the City of Clifton during all this time, and this Governing Body wishes
to acknowledge his long-time service to the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council of the
City of Clifton do hereby extend to
WILLIAM GUMANN
SUPERVISOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
their sincere congratulations and thanks for a job well done, as well as their best wishes for continued good
health, peace and happiness in his retirement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting, and a copy
thereof presented to WILLIAM GUMANN.
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RESOLUTION 040-26
RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS UPON RETIREMENT –
CAROLYN BONDONNA
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT TO THE CONSTRUCTION OFFICIAL
WHEREAS, January 1, 2026, Technical Assistant to the Construction Official, Carolyn Bondonna, officially
retired from her position with the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, she was appointed as a Keyboarding Clerk 1 on July 7, 2008 and her retirement will conclude a
17 year career in service to the public and the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, throughout her career, she has always displayed an attitude of professionalism and dedication to
duty; and
WHEREAS, she has been a credit to the City of Clifton during all this time, and this Governing Body wishes
to acknowledge her long-time service to the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council of the
City of Clifton do hereby extend to
CAROLYN BONDONNA
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT TO THE CONSTRUCTION OFFICIAL
their sincere congratulations and thanks for a job well done, as well as their best wishes for continued good
health, peace and happiness in her retirement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of this meeting, and a copy
thereof presented to CAROLYN BONDONNA.
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RESOLUTION 041-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE SESSION
WHEREAS, the Municipal Council deems it essential in the furtherance of the public interest, to
discuss, in closed session, as expressly permitted by N.J.S.A. 10:4-12, the following subject(s), to be
discussed as per the Agenda and the Resolution; and
CON-1 Update of Liability Claims – July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025
CON-2 Personnel ~
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the public shall be excused and excluded from this
portion of the Council’s meeting to be held on January 20, 2026 at which time, said subject(s) shall be
discussed; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the discussion held at such closed session can be disclosed to
the public on or about the time the matter is concluded.
LICENSES
L-1 Hookah Engineer 2
RESOLUTION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
FOR M & M LLC
T/A HOOKAH ENGINEER 2
ADDRESS 1072 MAIN AVE CLIFTON, NJ 07011
TYPE OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENT INTENDED GROCERY
FORMERLY OR NEW NEW
ZONE B-C
PERMITTED YES
VARIANCE REQUIRED NO
FINAL APPROVAL WILL BE ISSUED PENDING APPROVAL OF THIS RESOLUTION.
FURTHER PROCESSING AND APPROVAL OF VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS.
L-2 Clifton's Best Pizzeria Monte
RESOLUTION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
FOR GMFOODS LLC
T/A CLIFTON’S BEST PIZZA MONTE
ADDRESS 849 CLIFTON AVE CLIFTON, NJ 07013
TYPE OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENT INTENDED RESTAURANT – CONTINUED USE
FORMERLY OR NEW SAL’S DELI & PIZZA
ZONE B-C
PERMITTED YES
VARIANCE REQUIRED NO
FINAL APPROVAL WILL BE ISSUED PENDING APPROVAL OF THIS RESOLUTION.
FURTHER PROCESSING AND APPROVAL OF VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS.
L-3 Lechon O'Clock
RESOLUTION FOR FINAL APPROVAL
BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE APPLICATION OF LECHON O’CLOCK LLC T/A LECHON O’CLOCK
for permission to conduct a: CATERER – NEW
for a period ending January 31, 2027 on the premises known as:
313 RUTHERFORD BLVD CLIFTON, NJ 07014
be and the same is hereby approved and licenses so issued in the compliance with the approval of
the Board of Health, Fire Department, Police and Zoning Officer.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon a Motion made by Councilman D’Amato, seconded by Councilman Latona, the meeting was adjourned at
10:03 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
____________________________
Kathleen Tolosi, City Clerk
_____________________________
Raymond Grabowski, Mayor
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