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CITY OF CLIFTON
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 17, 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 De Marzo; City Clerk, Kathleen Tolosi; Deputy City Clerk, Megan Krusznis.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL / INVOCATION / PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
Father Joseph DeMarzo ~ St. Andrew's Church
Gary Perino brought a point of order to the attention of the council prior to business and requested clarity
on whether Councilwoman Pino is classified as a full-time employee. City Attorney Tom Egan and City
Manager Gary De Marzo responded that the Councilwoman is an elected official, and in the user-friendly
budget council members are listed under the umbrella of employees. The determination was made that she
will not be required to recuse herself from proceedings, as all council members are listed as part-time.
PUBLIC HEARING
There was no public hearing during the Regular Meeting.
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 Workshop Meeting Minutes of February 3, 2026
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
C-1 Matthew Failla, Public Safety, Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator, retired effective
February 1, 2026.
C-2 Kenneth Mascuch, Public Safety, Resigned position of School Traffic Guard, effective January
19, 2026.
C-3 Darvin Chaclan-Hernandez, Public Safety, Hired as Public Safety Telecommunicator, effective
February 2, 2026, at $45,000.00 annually.
C-4 Margaret Morse, Manager, Resigned Position of Communications Manager, Effective February 6,
2026.
C-5 Christopher Peltyszyn, Human Services, Resigned position of Keyboarding Clerk 1, effective
February 6, 2026.

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COMMUNICATIONS MEETING MINUTES
C-6 Meeting Minutes of the Clifton Cable Advisory Committee on 12/03/2025
C-7 Meeting Minutes of the Clifton Historical Advisory Commission on 12/04/2025
C-8 Meeting Minutes of the Advisory Committee on Civil Rights on 12/22/2025 and 02/02/2026
C-9 Meeting Minutes of the Environmental Commission on 10/8/2025, 11/19/2025, 12/10/2025 and
1/14/2026
C-10 Meeting Minutes for the Advisory Board of Health for 10/14/2025, 12/9/2025, and 1/13/2026
C-11 Meeting Minutes for the Hazardous Materials Control Board of 10/15/2025, 11/19/2025, and
12/17/2025
C-12 Meeting Minutes of the Advisory Committee for Individuals with Disabilities on 01/12/2026 &
02/09/2026
C-13 Meeting Minutes of the ABC Board on 1/14/2026
SECOND READING ORDINANCES
A. Adoption of Ordinance 8077-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8077-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8077-26
With no one wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman D’Amato, seconded by Councilman
Kolodziej 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 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)
(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. Adoption of Ordinance 8078-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8078-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8078-26
With no one wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman D’Amato, seconded by Councilman
Kolodziej 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 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,

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Personnel Aide, Senior Purchasing Assistant, Assistant Purchasing Agent, And Registered
Environmental Health Specialist Trainee Public Health Part-Time)
(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. Adoption of Ordinance 8080-26
B. Public Hearing on Ordinance 8080-26
Mayor Grabowski opened the floor to the public with regard to the Ordinance 8080-26
With no one wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman Kolodziej, seconded by
Councilwoman Sadrakula 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 the Code of the City of Clifton to Add a Chapter
Entitled "Cost Share Sidewalk Repair Program (Creates Regulations Regarding Sidewalk Repair
Program)
(7-0-0-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona,
Councilwoman Pino, Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye.
FIRST READING ORDINANCES
A. Introduction of Ordinance 8081-26
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 Councilwoman Sadrakula.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 439 of the Code of the City of Clifton,
Entitled "Vehicles and Traffic," More Particularly Section 439-33 Thereof, Entitled "Speed Limits
Established" (Amends Speed Limit to 25 MPH on Both Sides of Delawanna Avenue (County Road
610) from Main Avenue to River Road)
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
March 3, 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.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8082-26
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 Councilwoman Sadrakula and seconded by Councilman D’Amato.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 349 of the Code of the City of Clifton
Entitled "Parking on Residential Streets," More Particularly Section 349-2 Thereof, Entitled
"Restricted Streets" (Rescinds Permit Parking on Larkspur Lane from Urma Avenue to Pershing
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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
March 3, 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.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8083-26
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 Councilwoman Sadrakula and seconded by Councilman D’Amato.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 439 of the Code of the City of Clifton,
Entitled "Vehicles and Traffic", More Particularly Section 439-38 Thereof, Entitled "Handicapped
Parking on Streets for Private Residences" (Adds 9 Restricted Handicapped Spaces)
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
March 3, 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.
(6-0-1-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilwoman Pino,
Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman Latona abstained.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8084-26
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 Councilwoman Sadrakula and seconded by Councilman D’Amato.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 439 of the Code of the City of Clifton,
Entitled "Vehicles and Traffic," More Particularly Section 439-38 Thereof, Entitled "Handicapped
Parking on Streets for Private Residences" (Deletes 6 Restricted Handicapped Spaces)
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
March 3, 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.
(6-0-1-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilwoman Pino,
Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman Latona abstained.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8085-26
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 Councilwoman Sadrakula.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 439 of the Code of the City of Clifton,
Entitled "Vehicles and Traffic," More Particularly Section 439-38 Thereof, Entitled "Handicapped
Parking on Streets for Private Residences" (Amends 9 Handicapped Parking Placard Numbers)
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
March 3, 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.
(6-0-1-0) Councilman D'Amato, Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilwoman Pino,
Councilwoman Sadrakula and Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman Latona abstained.
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A. Introduction of Ordinance 8086-26

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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 Gibson.
An Ordinance to Amend, Revise and Supplement Chapter 425 of the Code of the City of Clifton
Entitled "Towers" More Particularly Article I Entitled "Official Towers" (Revises Storage
Requirements and Establishes Penalties for Violations of the Ordinance)
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
March 3, 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.
(5-2-0-0) Councilman Gibson, Councilman Kolodziej, Councilman Latona, Councilwoman Pino, and
Mayor Grabowski voted Aye. Councilman D'Amato and Councilwoman Sadrakula voted Nay.
FLOOR TO THE MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
Members of Boy Scouts Troop 123, Kyle, Angelo, Joseph, and Arjun, invited the council and the residents
to participate in the team pancake breakfast on March 1, 2026 at Athenia Veterans Post from 8:30 am until
12:00 pm. The tickets are $10 each.
Tom Whittles announced he is running for city council. He asked the current council members to reflect on
what they’ve done over the last three years.
Guy Madsen complimented the Boy Scout troop for coming up and speaking. He noted that Jersey’s Best
Meatball was awarded to Clifton’s Lucci’s, and he asked the council to do a proclamation. He believes
DPW did a terrible job during the January snowstorm, and the city should have activated OEM. He believes
we should be searching for the best candidate for the office of the City Manager role. He noted the health
benefits are under review at the Attorney General’s office.
Pat Caesar requested council change the ordinance affecting parking on McCosh Road from Woodlawn
Avenue to Maclean Road to have signage stating permit parking from 9 am to 5 pm. She asked for a longer
response time to letters sent out by the police department in case residents are away. She also requested the
ability to call in to the police department if a resident is having a party to prevent residents from having to
obtain temporary parking passes for one day.
Gary Perino thanked the legal team, the mayor, and the city manager for their opinions. He praised the
Police Chief and the department for their hard work solving a case. He asked who is responsible for clearing
the tracks. He asked if the crossing guard privatization is just a discussion or if it is in motion. He believes
it is a sin that Councilman D’Amato is not running this November.
James Lasgar thanked the council for amending the speed limit on Delawanna Avenue.
Ahmed Abdelbaki thanked the DPW employees for their work putting together the Ramadan crescent for
the lighting ceremony. He believes the expectation for DPW to plow curb-to-curb is unrealistic. He feels
Clifton will do better without hate and bigotry in the city, and he is proud of the students who recently
walked out in protest of ICE.
Donna Popowich noted the live feed has been cutting in and out and asked if it can be checked. She thanked
the council for reducing the speed limit on Delawanna Avenue. The CFO made a great presentation last
week regarding the budget. She requested anyone clearing out unopened food to please donate to the Little
Free Pantry.
With no one else wishing to be heard, a Motion was made by Councilman Latona, 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, noted the city currently does not have a contract for the crossing guards and
the consideration is privatization.
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Councilman Kolodziej reported that the Municipal Alliance Board met and discussed traffic control on
Colfax Avenue where the ramp from the high school comes down. They asked for a marked police vehicle
be placed there to assist with traffic. They requested placing cameras on buses, and placing “no parking
when roads are snow covered” signs between the existing “no parking during drop off” signs. There was
additional comments made to make Washington Ave coming off of Paulison a one-way in front of School
3. There is a pending Senate Bill requiring school districts to participate in the PILOT agreement
discussions and that the new agreements will guarantee funding to the school districts. There was a
discussion about the Christopher Columbus Middle School tunnel with the NJ DOT grant, which should be
near completion in 2028. The Alliance thanked the Board of Education for assistance with snow removal.
The next meeting is April 13th.
COUNCIL PRIVILEGE
Councilman Gibson
Councilman Gibson reported there is activity at the corner of Dwight and Pershing Road and there are
driveways being blocked, and he would like to know what is happening. He added the council should
investigate the parking conditions in Montclair Heights.
Councilwoman Sadrakula
Councilwoman Sadrakula asked if the letter expressing the displeasure of the council for a lack of public
meeting went out to the County regarding the Allwood Road project, and if it has not been sent, she made
a motion to send one which was seconded by Councilman D’Amato. She requested a report for how many
summonses were issued during the January snowstorm for un-shoveled sidewalks and another report for
number of summonses issued in 2025 by our Quality-of-Life department. Zoning Ordinances, specifically
for houses of worship, need to be updated. She asked for an update on when the Zoning Committee will be
meeting next. She requested to know why OEM was not activated during the last storm, and what the
procedure is for activation and who is authorized to activate it.
Councilman Latona
Councilman Latona acknowledged the warmer temperatures and stated there will be an after-action report
for the storm. He felt the lack of activating OEM and lack of communication during the storm was atrocious.
He felt the county performed worse than the city. On February 28th there will be a flag raising for Black
History Month. He stated that the meeting has been going very well tonight and is proud that our July 4th
fireworks will be on July 4th. He noted his appreciation for a new planner for the city and also noted there
will be progress on the items the council has been requesting. He asked the public to support the Boy Scouts
on their Pancake Breakfast. He congratulated all the potential candidates in the upcoming council election.
He wished everyone a happy Ramadan and wished Dorothy a happy 98th birthday.
Councilwoman Pino
Councilwoman Pino reminded the Clifton residents and organizations working to fundraise that her office
is in possession of tricky tray baskets that are ready to be donated. Please contact her at her council email
address. The Clifton Behind the Scenes initiative is coming up next month and asked everyone to tune in
or sign up. She advised the public that the spring semester youth program is currently accepting
applications. She believes the Pizza Bowl event was well organized and was happy to have purchased
tickets to attend and support the Tunnels to Towers Foundation.
Councilman Kolodziej
Councilman Kolodziej explained the functions of the office of OEM. He believes the response from DPW
during the last snowstorm was due to poor financial decisions made by council. The current council needs
to address and fix some of the financial errors of the past and move forward. He also feels we need more
revenue generators for 2026. The discussion about revenue generators needs to happen at the next budget
meeting.
Councilman D’Amato
Councilman D’Amato wished everyone a happy first night of Ramadan and noted the Crescent lighting
event was wonderful. He shared a personal friend’s health diagnosis and the fragility of life. He asked the
City Manager to request the Army Corp of Engineers attend a meeting regarding the Third River Project.
He expressed interest in having a World Cup streaming event. Lastly, he noted an alternative method to
provide storage to qualified non-profits in the city, and asked if community partners can loan space to the
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Mayor Grabowski
Mayor Grabowski wished everyone a happy Chinese New Year and a happy Ramadan. He thanked Gary
Perino for being respectful at the microphone. He announced that Nellie Pou called and is getting Clifton
two grants for Holster Park. He announced that old friends getting together for events is not collusion. Our
form of government is strong city manager and the city manager is responsible for day-to-day operations,
and the council is responsible for policy and budgets.
RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions were passed during the Work Session and moved during the Regular Meeting, unless
otherwise noted below.
RESOLUTION 061-26
RESOLUTION
TO APPROVE
Claims to be paid the meeting of February 17th, 2026
Meeting of February 17th, 2026
Resolved that all claims on the attached sheets are approved as reasonable
and proper claims against the City of Clifton.
1 Current Fund $ 18,770,834.74
2 Grant Fund $ 41,462.32
4 General Capital Fund $ 190,578.50
7 Sewer Utility -Operating $ 190,572.21
8 Sewer Utility-Capital $ 42,603.26
12 Developers Escrow $ 21,920.79
13 Dog Trust $ 2,652.87
Revolving Loan Fund $ -
14 Police Extra Duty $ 36,445.50
15 Trust Other $ 293,057.43
16 Section 8 Public Housing $ 213,569.99
Affordable Housing $ 1,155.00
17 Community Development $ -
Payroll Agency $ -
Tax Title Lien Redemption $ -
UCC Trust $ 36,371.78
$ -
21 Self Insurance $ 1,475,879.83
22 Fire Dedicated Penalties $ -
23 Revolving Loan Fund $ -
24 Tax Title Lien Redemption $ -
25 Unemployment Trust Fund $ -
26 Library $ 95,741.66
27 General Liability Trust $ 22,209.67
28 Workers Compensation Trust $ 96,156.88
Trust Escrow $ -
Reserve for Housing $ -
Federal DOJ Forfeiture $ -
TOTAL CLAIMS $ 21,531,212.43
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RESOLUTION 062-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION GREEN ACRES
PROGRAM FOR FUNDING OF IMPROVEMENTS
AT SURGENT PARK
WHEREAS, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres Program (“State”),
provides grants and/or loans to municipal and county governments and grants to nonprofit organizations
for assistance in the acquisition, development, and stewardship of lands for outdoor recreation and
conservation purposes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton – an Urban Aid Community -- desires to further the public interest by
obtaining total funding in the amount of $1,806,000, in the form of a $1,806,000 matching grant and, if
available, a $0.00 loan, from the State to fund the following project, which will take place in an
Overburdened Community Subject to Adverse Stressors: Improvements at Surgent Park at a cost of
$1,806,000;
WHEREAS, the State shall determine if the application is complete and in conformance with the scope
and intent of the Green Acres Program, and notify the applicant of the amount of the funding award; and
WHEREAS, the applicant is willing to use the State’s funds in accordance with such rules, regulations,
and applicable statutes, and is willing to enter into an agreement with the State for the above-named project;
NOW, THEREFORE, the governing body/board resolves that:
1. Raymond Grabowski or the successor to the office of Mayor of the City of Clifton is hereby
authorized to:
a. make application for such a loan and/or such a grant,
b. provide additional application information and furnish such documents as may be required,
and
c. act as the authorized correspondent of the above-named applicant;
2. The applicant agrees to provide its matching share to the Green Acres funding request, if a match
is required, in the amount of $0.00;
3. In the event the State’s funds are less than the total project cost specified above, the applicant has
the balance of funding necessary to complete the project;
4. The applicant agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and
regulations in its performance of the project; and
5. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
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RESOLUTION 063-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PERMISSION TO BID FOR ON-
CALL EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIR SERVICES
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton shall incur no expense exceeding $17,500, except where either
authorized by law or waived by the Municipal Council up to the State of New Jersey bid
threshold; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton seeks construction services estimated to cost in excess of $17,500
without waiver; and
WHEREAS, the scope of work includes on-call emergency sewer repair services throughout the
City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer of the City of Clifton has prepared Bid Specifications, Notice to
Bidders, Proposals and Specifications for said improvements in anticipation of the public bidding
for same and finds same to be acceptable for public bidding; and,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton that the Purchasing Agent is authorized to advertise a Notice to Bidders and to receive
public bids for the services described therein; and,

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Notice to Bidders shall be published once in a legal
newspaper of the City of Clifton no later than the next Municipal Council meeting, in accordance
with N.J.SA. 40A:11-1 et seq.
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RESOLUTION 064-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FIREWORKS TO BE DISPLAYED ON JULY 4, 2026
WHEREAS, N.J.S.A. 21:3-3 requires that a municipal governing body authorize the display of
fireworks within its boundaries as a precondition to such display in accordance with the above
statute; and
WHEREAS, it is the City of Clifton’s desire to conduct such a display on the night of July 6, 2025
(with no rain date) at Clifton Stadium at Main Memorial Park, Route 46 and Piaget Avenue,
Clifton, New Jersey with Serpico Pyrotechnics LLC located in 133 Orchid Court Toms River NJ
08753 for not to exceed $20,000.00;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Council of the City of
Clifton, in the County of Passaic hereby authorizes the display of such fireworks upon satisfaction
of all statutory requirements with regard to same by the approved contractor.
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RESOLUTION 065-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR
WILD GEESE CONTROL SERVICES 2026
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton has a need to maintain Geese Control Services at the following
locations:
• Nash Park • Zelenka Park
• Oak Ridge Park • Main Memorial Park
• Albion Park • Clifton City Hall
• Latteri Park • Mt Prospect Park
WHEREAS, quotations were solicited for the purpose of providing environmentally safe Canada
Geese control services with the use of border collies. The following two vendors submitted the
quotes:
Monthly Cost Annual Cost
1. Geese Chasers North Jersey LLC $1,560.00 $18,720.00
2. Birds Beware, Inc. $1,570.00 $18,840.00
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44-A-
20.5; and
WHEREAS, the estimated value of the contract is expected to be in excess of $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from Birds Beware.
and is incorporated in the contract awarded hereby; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the submitted quotes, it is recommended the contract be awarded to
the lowest responsive and responsible vendor Geese Chasers North Jersey LLC. in the amount of
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council, that the
contract (by way of a purchase order) for Geese Chasers North Jersey be awarded to the lowest
respondent, Geese Chasers North Jersey LLC., P.O.Box 282, Great Meadows NJ 07838 in an
amount not to exceed $18,720.00. Term of contract shall commence March 1, 2026, and end on
February 28, 2027; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that no services and/or goods shall commence prior to the
issuance of a Purchase Order by the Finance Department.
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS: Funds are available upon adoption of the 2026 budget in
account number 01-201-28-375-503.
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RESOLUTION 066-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SOLICITATION OF INFORMAL QUOTATIONS
FOR A FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONCESSION AT ANZALDI PARK FOR THE CITY
OF CLIFTON RECREATION DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton Recreation Department desires to provide food and beverage
concession services (including the sale of both drinks and food) at Anzaldi Park for the benefit and
enjoyment of the general public; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 5:34-9.4(d), the governing body of a contracting unit may, by
resolution, commence the procurement of a concession; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-15 et seq., the City may award a concession contract,
the award of which shall be based upon the fees paid to the City and such other factors as may be
deemed to be most advantageous to the City; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to solicit proposals through informal quotations for said concession
services in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the successful concessionaire shall be responsible to supply, install (if applicable),
maintain, stock, and service the concession operation at no cost to the City, except for those
minimal administrative costs associated with administering the contract; and
WHEREAS, no additional cost shall be incurred by the City other than those costs associated with
the administration of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the provision of concession services will benefit park patrons and enhance
recreational activities for the general public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Municipal Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey, that the Recreation Department, in coordination with the
appropriate City officials, is hereby authorized to solicit informal quotations for a food and
beverage concession at Anzaldi Park in accordance with N.J.A.C. 5:34-9.4(d) and N.J.S.A.
40A:11-15 et seq.; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the award of the concession contract shall be made to the
respondent whose proposal is determined to be most advantageous to the City, price and other
relevant factors considered; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appropriate City officials are hereby authorized to take
any and all actions necessary to effectuate the purposes of this Resolution.
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RESOLUTION 067-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT OF NOTICE OF INTENT FOR
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF SPLASH PAD FOR NASH PARK FOR CITY
OF CLIFTON VIA SOURCEWELL NATIONAL COOPERATIVE CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton is allowed to participate in inter-local purchasing systems per
N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2 (b) P.L. 2011, c.139 which was enacted into law permitting agencies to utilize
cooperative purchasing agreements with other states; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution R274-18, adopted June 19, 2018, the City of Clifton is a
member of Sourcewell, formerly known as National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA), a national
cooperative, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2, and LFN 2012-10; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton seeks permission to advertise the City’s interest in participating
with the Sourcewell national cooperative for Aquatic Play Solutions and Cooling Solutions,
which was awarded to Vortex Acquatic Structures International, 3500 South Dupont Highway
Suite EP-101,Dover DE 19901; and
WHEREAS, information regarding the contract may be found on Sourcewell’s website at
https://www.sourcewell-mn.gov/cooperative-purchasing/101625-VOR ; and
WHEREAS, the current contract term for Sourcewell contract #101625-VOR, for Aquatic Play
Solutions and Cooling Solutions which expires on December 17,2029; and
WHEREAS, barring comments to the contrary, it is the intent of the City of Clifton to award a
contract to Vortex Acquatic Structures International, 3500 South Dupont Highway Suite EP-
101,Dover DE 19901, pursuant to the proposal submitted in response to Sourcewell’s Notice to
Bidders Titled “Playground, Water Play and Aquatic Equipment, Site Amenities, and Outdoor
Fitness Equipment with related Accessories and Services#101625-VOR for Aquatic Play
Solutions and Cooling Solutions; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Clifton authorizes the Purchasing
Agent to advertise the Notice of Intent to Award Contract under a National Cooperative Purchasing
Agreement with a comment period ending March 3,2026.
Comment Period ends: March 3,2026
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RESOLUTION 068-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT TO
LAN ASSOCIATES FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING REQUEST IN
CONNECTION WITH THE NASH PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton requires professional engineering services for Construction Management
Engineering in connection with the Nash Park Improvements Project; and
WHEREAS, the Recreation Supervisor recommends that a contract for Construction Management
Engineering Request be awarded to LAN Associates in accordance with its submitted proposal, dated
November 11, 2025, in the amount not to exceed $72,000.00; and
WHEREAS, after reviewing the proposal and upon the recommendation of the Recreation Department,
the Municipal Council wishes to award a contract to LAN Associates for the provision of said services, in
the amount not to exceed $72,000.00; 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
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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 be not to exceed $72,000.00, and the duration of the
contract is until completion;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a professional engineering services contract for
Engineering Design Services in connection with the Nash Park Improvements Project is hereby awarded to
LAN ASSOCIATES, in accordance with its proposal dated November 11, 2025, in the amount not to
exceed $72,000.00, and shall not exceed that amount except upon the adoption of a supplemental resolution
authorizing additional funding; 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: LAN Associates, Midland Park, New Jersey
Services: Engineering Design Services
Project: Nash Park Improvements Project
Cost: Not to exceed $72,000.00
Term: Until completion
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RESOLUTION 069-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF MULTIPLE PRODUCTS FROM
ATLANTIC TACTICAL OF NJ OFF OF THE NJ STATE CONTRACT PURCHASING
PROGRAM PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12a FOR CLIFTON POLICE
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton Police Department has a requested to purchase multiple
products including ammunition and related items like firearm and range equipment; and
WHEREAS, Atlantic Tactical Inc., 763 Corporate Circle, New Cumberland, PA 17070, has been
assigned NJ State Contract No. T0106/17-FLEET-00732 - Law Enforcement Firearms Equipment
and Supplies; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to said Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., the
Municipal Council wishes to authorize the aforesaid mentioned purchases and delegate 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 IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Municipal Council do hereby
approve and authorize the aforementioned purchase above from Atlantic Tactical Inc., 763
Corporate Circle, New Cumberland, PA 17070, which has been assigned NJ State Contract No.
T0106/17-FLEET-00732, at a cost not to exceed $60,000.
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDS: Funds shall be charged accordingly as expenses occur with
presentation of properly executed Purchase Order based on budget adoption.
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RESOLUTION 070-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARDING CONTRACT
FOR LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION AND TRANSLATION SERVICES
TO LANGUAGE LINE SERVICES – (POLICE DEPARTMENT)
WHEREAS, , the Police Department and the Municipal Court require language interpretation and
translation services to ensure effective communication with callers and defendants, as mandated
by law; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department solicited proposal from qualified service provider and
received proposal from one vendor Language Line Services; and
WHEREAS, the proposal from Language Line Services offers the following rates:
• Spanish interpretation at $1.85 per minute
• Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), French, Japanese, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese
interpretation at $1.95 per minute
• All other languages at $1.95 per minute; and
WHEREAS, after evaluating proposal, it has been determined that Language Line Services
provides a more cost-effective solution due to its per-minute billing structure without excessive
minimum charges; 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 is expected to be in excess of $17,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the business entity disclosure certification has been received from Language Line
Services. and is incorporated in the contract awarded hereby, along with the determination of
value; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a professional services contract for
Interpretation and Translating Services is hereby awarded Language Line Services - One Lower
Ragsdale Drive, Building #2 Monterey CA 93940 in an amount not to exceed a total of $30,000 ;
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.
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RESOLUTION 071-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO SPECTROTEL HOLDING
COMPANY, LLC. FOR TERRESTRIAL COMMUNICATION PHONE LINES FOR
THE CITY OF CLIFTON
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton MIS Department has conducted a comprehensive review of the
City’s voice and data telecommunications services over the past year; and
WHEREAS, prior to consolidation, the City maintained separate telecommunications services
with Verizon at a cost of approximately $9,600.00 per month and Windstream at a cost of
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approximately $10,400.00 per month, for a total monthly cost of $20,000.00, exclusive of taxes,
regulatory charges, and fees; and
WHEREAS, the MIS Department has proposed this modernized services into a single, unified
voice and data solution with Spectrotel Holding Company LLC at a cost of $13,500.00 per month;
and
WHEREAS, this consolidation results in an estimated annual savings of approximately
$78,000.00, while modernizing the City’s telecommunications infrastructure and reducing
operational complexity through vendor consolidation; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A.19:44A-
20.5, and,
WHEREAS, the Business Entity Disclosure Certification has been received from the Spectrotel
Holding Company LLC, and is incorporated into the contract awarded hereby, along with the
Determination of Value; and,
WHEREAS, the total value of the contract is determined not to exceed $162,000.00, and the
duration of the contract is for twelve (12) months; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the non-fair and open contract for internet and
related services and equipment be awarded to Spectrotel Holding Company LLC, located at 3535
State Highway 66 Bldg 7, for the total not to exceed amount of $162,000.00; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to
execute all required documents on behalf of the City of Clifton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution and the invoice be kept on file and available
for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk; and
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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RESOLUTION 072-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT OF NOTICE OF INTENT FOR
PROCUREMENT OF INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES FROM LAWSON PRODUCTS FOR
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR CITY OF CLIFTON VIA OMNIA
PARTNERS NATIONAL COOPERATIVE CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton is allowed to participate in inter-local purchasing systems per N.J.S.A.
52:34-6.2 (b) P.L. 2011, c.139 which was enacted into law permitting agencies to utilize cooperative
purchasing agreements with other states; and
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton is a member of the Omnia Partners (formerly U.S. Communities), a
national cooperative, since January 1, 2012 thru present, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:34-6.2, and LFN
2012-10, which allows local contracting units to utilize national cooperative contracts as a method of
procurement; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton seeks permission to advertise the City’s interest in participating with the
Omnia Partners National cooperative for Educational Software Solutions and Services for vendor
management, which was awarded to Payment Works through Carahsoft Technology Corporation., located
at 11493 Sunset Hills Road Suite 100 Reston Virginia 20190; and
WHEREAS, information regarding the contract may be found on Omnia Partners website at
https://www.omniapartners.com/suppliers/lawson-products/public-sector/contract-documents ;
and
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WHEREAS, the current contract term for Omnia Partners contract #R240804, for Industrial Supplies from
Lawson Products which expires on March 31,2027; and
WHEREAS, barring comments to the contrary, it is the intent of the City of Clifton to award a contract to
Lawson Products , located at 1 Henoch Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013, pursuant to the proposal submitted in
response to Omnia Partners Notice to Bidders Titled “Education Service Center for Maintenance, Repair
and Operations & Related Services, available through OMNIA Partners.” and Contract Award #R240804 ;
and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Clifton authorizes the Purchasing Agent to
advertise the Notice of Intent to Award Contract under a National Cooperative Purchasing Agreement with
a comment period ending March 3,2026
Comment Period ends: March 3,2026
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RESOLUTION 073-26
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT TO FAIRFIELD MAINTENANCE INC. OFF
OF NEW JERSEY STATE CONTRACT FOR MAINTENACE AND REPAIRS TO
GASOLINE FUELING SITE AT CITY HALL TO MEET NJDEP REGULATION
PURSUANT TO N.J.S.A. 40A:11-12a
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works of the City of Clifton has a need to modify the
gasoline fuel site at City Hall to meet the new NJDEP Regulation deadline of December 31,2026
in the City; and
WHEREAS, New Jersey State Contract No. 42264 under T-0849 -Above Ground Fuel Tanks
associated equipment installations and Tank Removal and Services was awarded; and
WHEREAS, the contract has been extended until August 28, 2026; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq., the
Municipal Council wishes to authorize the aforesaid mentioned purchases and delegate 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 services above from Fairfield Maintenance Inc., 414
Fairfield Road, Fairfield New Jersey, 07004, off the New Jersey State Contract No. 42264 under
T-0849, at a cost not to exceed $75,000 from January 1,2026 through December 31, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a properly executed purchase order, processed as needed, shall
be the instrument of fund encumbrance for each department and division usage, budgetary
appropriations considered.
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RESOLUTION 074-26
RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE TERMS OF APPOINTMENT OF THE CITY’S
OFFICIAL TOWERS UNTIL APRIL 30, 2026
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article I of Chapter 425 of the Code of the City of Clifton, the
Municipal Council shall appoint persons or entities engaged in the business of furnishing
adequate and proper wrecking, towing, storage and emergency repair services to motor vehicles
within the limits of the City, with the exception of motor vehicles on toll roads, when requested
to do so by the City who meet all the requirements as set forth in Chapter 425 of the Code of the
City of Clifton to qualify as an Official Tower on an annual basis; and
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WHEREAS, Essex County Recovery Bureau, Inc., Nicolette Towing, Telp Motors and New
Trimble Auto Body were appointed as the City’s Official Towers effective March 1, 2025; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to § 425(2)(C) of the Code of the City of Clifton, the terms of
appointment of the Official Towers was to expire on February 28, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Council has directed that the terms of the current Official Towers be
extended until April 30, 2026;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City
of Clifton, that the terms of appointment of the City’s current Official Towers be extended until
April 30, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said Official Towers shall continue to serve at the
pleasure of the Mayor and Municipal Council and shall comply with all applicable city
ordinances, State statutes and Administrative Code regulations dealing with towers.
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RESOLUTION 075-26
RESOLUTION APPOINTING PUBLIC AGENCY COMPLIANCE OFFICER (P.A.C.O.)
FOR THE CITY OF CLIFTON FOR 2026
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and the Municipal Council of the City of Clifton, that
Amisha Jariwala is hereby appointed and designated as the Public Agency Compliance Officer
(P.A.C.O) for the City of Clifton for the year 2026, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C.
17:27-3.2.
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RESOLUTION 076-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ENTRY INTO AND EXECUTION OF A SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH BERGEN RISK MANAGERS, INC., AN ACRISURE PARTNER
AGENCY, FOR ADMINISTRATION OF LIABILITY SELF-INSURANCE PROGRAM
CLAIMS FOR PERIOD 1/1/26 - 12/31/26
WHEREAS, the City of Clifton requires services for the administration of liability self-insurance
claims for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026; and
WHEREAS, after soliciting proposals through the City’s broker of record, the Municipal Council
wishes to award a renewal contract to Bergen Risk Managers, Inc. An Acrisure Partner Agency,
for the provision of said services, in accordance with its proposal dated February 6, 2026, which
provides the best and most cost effective service for the City; and
WHEREAS, the subject matter is below the bid threshold and may be awarded without public
advertising for bids and bidding; and
WHEREAS, this award is of a non-fair and open contract in accordance with N.J.S.A 19:44-A-
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 estimated value of the contract is determined to be $33,350, and the duration of
the contract is for a period of one (1) year; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a contract for liability self-insurance claims
service administration, for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, is hereby
awarded to Bergen Risk Managers, Inc., an Acrisure Partner Agency, in accordance with its
proposal dated February 6, 2026, for a price of $33,350.00; and
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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.
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RESOLUTION 077-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
VIP SERVICE LIMO, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Murad Alshawabkeh the owner
and operator of VIP Service Limo, LLC, 29 Notch Road, Clifton, NJ 07013; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from Murad
Alshawabkeh, the owner and operator of VIP Service Limo, LLC in the City of Clifton is hereby
granted.
Company name:
VIP Service Limo, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Murad Alshawabkeh
Approved Vehicles:
2021 Chevrolet Suburban 1GNSKD3MR164860
Approved Parking Location:
29 Notch Road, Clifton, NJ
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RESOLUTION 078-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
GMS LUXURY TRANSPORTATION, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Jhonatan A. Mesa the owner and
operator of GMS Luxury Transportation, LLC, 80 E. Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Jhonatan A. Mesa, the owner and operator of GMS Luxury Transportation, LLC in the City of
Clifton is hereby granted.
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Company name:
GMS Luxury Transportation, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Jhonatan A. Mesa
Approved Vehicles:
2023 Chevrolet Wagon Suburban 1GNSKCKD8PK249938
Approved Parking Location:
80 E. Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07011
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RESOLUTION 079-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
AKS LUXURY RIDE, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Serguei Akimov the owner and
operator of AKS Luxury Ride, LLC, 21 Barrister Street, Clifton, NJ 07013; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Serguei Akimov, the owner and operator of AKS Luxury Ride, LLC in the City of Clifton is hereby
granted.
Company name:
AKS Luxury Ride, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Serguei Akimov
Approved Vehicles:
2024 Cadillac Wagon 1GYKPCRS4RZ712475
Approved Parking Location:
21 Barrister Street, Clifton, NJ 07013
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RESOLUTION 080-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
GIO RIDES, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Eduardo Romero the owner and
operator of GIO Rides, LLC, 29 Harrison Place, Apt. 2F, Clifton, NJ 07011; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Eduardo Romero, the owner and operator of GIO RIDES, LLC in the City of Clifton is hereby
granted.
Company name:
GIO Rides, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Eduardo Romero
Approved Vehicles:
2023 Chevrolet Wagon Suburban 1GNSKFKD4PR181042
Approved Parking Location:
29 Harrison Place Apt 2F, Clifton, NJ 07011
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RESOLUTION 081-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
ASAP LIMOUSINE, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Gideon Terer the owner and
operator of ASAP Limousine, LLC, 832 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Gideon Terer, the owner and operator of ASAP Limousine, LLC in the City of Clifton is hereby
granted.
Company name:
ASAP Limousine, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Gideon Terer
Approved Vehicles:
2023 Chevrolet Wagon Tahoe 1GNSKSKL7PR407719
Approved Parking Location:
832 Clifton Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013
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RESOLUTION 082-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
THOVAMAX LIMO CORP.
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Camilo A. Pareja Quintero the
owner and operator of Thovamax Limo, Corp., 95 Boll Street, Clifton, NJ 07014; and
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WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Camilo A. Pareja Quintero, the owner and operator of Thovamax Limo Corp. in the City of Clifton
is hereby granted.
Company name:
Thovamax Limo Corp.
Owner and Operator:
Camilo A. Pareja Quintero
Approved Vehicles:
2023 Cadillac Escalade 1GYS4JKL2PR243223
Approved Parking Location:
95 Boll Street, Clifton, NJ 07014
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RESOLUTION 083-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
LEONARDO CRUZ, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Leonardo Cruz, the owner and
operator of Leonardo Cruz, LLC., 134 Avondale Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from
Leonardo Cruz, the owner and operator of Leonardo Cruz, LLC in the City of Clifton is hereby
granted.
Company name:
Leonardo Cruz, LLC
Owner and Operator:
Leonarde Cruz
Approved Vehicles:
2021 Chevrolet Wagon Tahoe 1GNSKSKD7MR148928
Approved Parking Location:
134 Avondale Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07013
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RESOLUTION 084-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF 2026 LIMOUSINE LICENSE –
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CLIFTON TAXI LIMO & CAR SERVICE, LLC
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of a Limousine License Renewal Application from Said Y. Saleh, the owner and
operator of Clifton Taxi Limo & Car Service, LLC, 76 E. Emerson Street, Clifton, NJ 07013; and
WHEREAS, all paperwork has been completed and all fees have been paid; and
WHEREAS, all inspections have been completed by the Police and Zoning Departments;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton,
County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that approval of renewal of Limousine License from Said
Y. Saleh, the owner and operator of Clifton Tax Limo & Car Service, LLC in the City of Clifton
is hereby granted.
Company name:
Said Y. Saleh
Owner and Operator:
Clifton Taxi Limo & Car Service, LLC
Approved Vehicles:
2021 GMC Yukon XL 1GKS2GKD4MR357800
Approved Parking Location:
76 E. Emerson Street, Clifton, NJ 07013
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RESOLUTION 085-26
RESOLUTION FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE
ACTION CLIFTON COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey
are in receipt of an application from Sidra Habal to become a Member of the Action Clifton
Committee (Montclair Heights Section);
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of
Clifton, County of Passaic, State of New Jersey that Sibra Habal is hereby appointed as a Member
of the Action Clifton Committee commencing this day.
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RESOLUTION 086-26
RESOLUTION OF CONGRATULATIONS UPON RETIREMENT –
MATTHEW FAILLA
SUPERVISING PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2026, Supervising Public Safety Telecommunicator, Matthew Failla,
officially retired from his position with the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, he was appointed as a Public Safety Telecommunicator on December 2, 1988 and his
retirement will conclude an 37 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
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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
MATTHEW FAILLA
SUPERVISING PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR
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 MATTHEW FAILLA.
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RESOLUTION 087-26
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CLIFTON PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY TO
UTILIZE THE SMALL AREA FAIR MARKET RENT RULE AND TO CHANGE THE
PAYMENT STANDARDS FOR THE SECTION 8 VOUCHER PROGRAM FOR 2026
WHEREAS, ON April 6, 1976, the Mayor and Municipal Council of the City of Clifton,
pursuant to Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, as amended, (42 USC 1437 F),
adopted a resolution establishing the Clifton Public Housing Agency; and
WHEREAS, the Clifton Public Housing Agency administers the Section 8 Voucher Program
and the purpose of this Agency is to make available certain federal funds to aid the housing
needs of certain low- and moderate-income citizens of the City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, the Section 8 Voucher Program has established payment standards used in
computation of rental assistance payments; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.)
regulations, the payment standards should be periodically updated and changed to reflect
changes in the H.U.D. published fair market rents; and
WHEREAS, Federal Register Document 2016-27112 Filed on 11-15-16 and Final Rule Docket
FR-5855-F-03 effective 1-17-17 has established a Small Area Fair Market Rent Rule entitled:
Department of Housing Urban Development - Establishing a More Effective Fair Market Rent
System; Using Small Area Fair Market Rents (SAFMR) in the Housing Choice Voucher
Program Instead of the Current 50th Percentile FMRs; and
WHEREAS, as per notification from HUD on August 11, 2017, HUD exercised its authority
under 24 CFR 888.113 (c)(4)(iii) to suspend the Small Area FMR designation for two Federal
Fiscal years and will become effective at the beginning of FY 2020 instead of 2018; and
WHEREAS, on December 23, 2017 the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
ordered HUD to implement the mandatory components of the Small Area FMR rule on January
1, 2018 therefore making the PHA’s previously subject to the Small Area FMR’s required to
implement the SAFMR’s beginning January, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Clifton Public Housing Agency is desirous to update and implement the
published 2026 Small Area Fair Market Rents pertaining to the multiple zip codes within the
City of Clifton; and
WHEREAS, the following chart depicts the published Fiscal Year FY2023 Advisory Small
Area FMR’s for Passaic County defining Small Areas using Zip Codes within the metropolitan
area and are effective as of February 1, 2025.
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ZIP Code Efficiency One-Bedroom Two-Bedroom Three-Bedroom Four-Bd
07011 $1,720 $1,960 $2,250 $2,740 $3,500
07012 $1,730 $1,970 $2,260 $2,760 $3,520
07013 $1,810 $2,060 $2,360 $2,880 $3,670
07014 $2,000 $2,280 $2,620 $3,200 $4,080
07015 $1,610 $1,840 $2,110 $2,570 $3,280
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Clifton Public Housing Agency, pursuant to the guidelines of
H.U.D., to change the current payment standards to reflect the 2026 SAFMR’s as listed above;
and
WHEREAS, the Clifton Public Housing Agency will also implement the new Small Area Fair
Market Rents to the 2026 payment standards as listed in the chart above; and
WHEREAS, the new payment standards are equal to the H.U.D.’s latest published Small Area
Fair market rents for Bergen and Passaic counties;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the aforesaid new payment standards shall
become effective immediately upon adoption of this resolution.
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RESOLUTION 088-26
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 Pending Litigation ~ Rader v. City of Clifton, PAS-L-156-24
CON-2 Potential Litigation ~ City Manager Reimbursement and Council Health Benefits
Issues
CON-3 (LATE ITEM TBD - Bid Due 2-17-26) Personnel ~ School Crossing Guards
CON-4 (LATE ITEM TBD) Litigation ~ Buttimore vs. City of Clifton, Docket No. PAS-L-
3194-23
CON-5 Personnel ~
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 February 17, 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 Yemeni Honey & Perfume
RESOLUTION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
FOR YEMENI HONEY & PERFUME CORP.
T/A YEMENI HONEY & PERFUME
ADDRESS 351-353 CROOKS AVE CLIFTON, NJ 07011
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TYPE OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENT INTENDED GROCERY-CONTINUED USE
FORMERLY OR NEW HONEYBEES & NUTS
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 Donia 1
RESOLUTION FOR FINAL APPROVAL
BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE APPLICATION OF DONIA 1 LLC
T/A DONIA 1
for permission to conduct a: RESTAURANT-CONTINUED USE
for a period ending January 31, 2027 on the premises known as:
213 PARKER AVE CLIFTON, NJ 07011
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
L-3 Yummy Baking Co
RESOLUTION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
FOR 363 LAKEVIEW CLIFTON, LLC
T/A YUMMY BAKING CO
ADDRESS 363 LAKEVIEW AVE., CLIFTON, NJ 07011
TYPE OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENT INTENDED GROCERY/BAKERY - CONTINUED USE
FORMERLY OR NEW FITZGERALD HARP N BARD
ZONE
PERMITTED YES
VARIANCE REQUIRED NO
FINAL APPROVAL WILL BE ISSUED PENDING APPROVAL OF THIS RESOLUTION.
FURTHER PROCESSING AND APPROVAL OF VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS.
L-4 Thrive Cafe
RESOLUTION FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
FOR THRIVE CAFÉ, LLC
T/A THRIVE CAFÉ
ADDRESS 245 PARKER AVE., CLIFTON, NJ 07011
TYPE OF FOOD ESTABLISHMENT INTENDED RESTAURANT - NEW
FORMERLY OR NEW NEW
ZONE
PERMITTED YES
VARIANCE REQUIRED NO
FINAL APPROVAL WILL BE ISSUED PENDING APPROVAL OF THIS RESOLUTION.
FURTHER PROCESSING AND APPROVAL OF VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon a Motion made by Councilman Latona, seconded by Councilman D’Amato, the meeting was adjourned
at 9:41 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Kathleen Tolosi, City Clerk
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Raymond Grabowski, Mayor
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