Clifton City Manager

06/05/2026

Passaic Valley Water Commission has lifted the boil water advisory! Thank you for your patience and understanding during this event.

06/04/2026

🚨 BOIL WATER ADVISORY EXPANDED 🚨

Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) has expanded the precautionary boil water advisory for customers in Clifton and Passaic as crews continue emergency repairs on a major transmission main on Chittenden Road.

To complete the next phase of repairs, PVWC will temporarily shut down the 51-inch transmission main beginning at approximately 10:00 p.m. tonight through approximately 5:00 a.m. Thursday, although the timeline may vary based on field conditions.

As a result, the advisory area has been expanded and now affects approximately 25,000 to 30,000 customers.

⚠️ Customers in the affected area should boil water for at least one minute before using it for:
• Drinking
• Cooking and food preparation
• Making ice
• Brushing teeth
• Washing dishes
• Preparing infant formula
• Washing fruits and vegetables

Bottled water may also be used until the advisory is lifted.

While there is currently no evidence of contamination, pressure losses during repair work can increase the risk of contaminants entering the water system. The advisory is being issued out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with NJDEP requirements.

💧 During the overnight shutdown, some customers may experience:
• Lower-than-normal water pressure
• Temporary pressure fluctuations
• Possible temporary service interruptions

The advisory will remain in effect until repairs are completed, system pressure is fully restored, and laboratory testing confirms the water is safe to drink.

📲 Stay informed by signing up for alerts at PVWC.com and following PVWC on social media for updates.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as our crews work around the clock to complete these critical repairs and restore normal service.

05/28/2026

📚 Adult volunteers needed! 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

The Kiwanis Club of Clifton is hosting a Book Sorting Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Smart Tax, 246 Lakeview Ave.

They will be sorting approximately 900 children’s books to help support kids and families right here in Clifton. 💙📖

Even one hour of your time can make a big difference! ✨

Sign up to help:
🌐 www.kiwanisclifton.org

05/21/2026

Fish & Chips Dinner Fundraiser 🐟🍟

Join Allwood Community Church for a delicious takeout-only Fish & Chips Dinner.

📅 Sunday, May 31, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:30 PM
📍 Allwood Community Church
100 Chelsea Rd., Clifton, NJ 07012

For more information, call (973) 777-6360.

Come support a great local fundraiser!

05/18/2026

Join the Clifton Community Band for their 4th Annual Outdoor Music at the Barns Concert on Sunday, June 14th beginning 3 pm.

05/14/2026

The City of Clifton mourns the passing of Councilman William “Bill” Gibson, a lifelong Clifton resident and dedicated public servant who devoted more than 50 years of his life to serving our community.

Bill passed away this morning at the age of 73, leaving behind a legacy defined by courage, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the people of Clifton.

Bill began his career serving the city as an animal control officer before joining the Clifton Police Department, where he proudly served for 30 years. Even after battling and beating cancer and enduring significant health challenges, Bill’s dedication to public service never wavered. Following his retirement from the police department in 2011, he continued answering the call to serve by being elected to the Clifton City Council in 2014, where he faithfully represented residents for the past 12 years.

Mayor Raymond Grabowski, who knew Bill for more than five decades, reflected on their lifelong friendship and Bill’s lasting impact on the community:

“Bill was more than a colleague — he was a lifelong friend. We grew up together, went to school together, and shared more than 50 years of friendship. He truly embodied what it meant to be a Cliftonite. Bill loved this city with all his heart and dedicated his life to serving its people. His strength, resilience, and kindness touched so many lives, and his absence will be deeply felt throughout our community.”

Councilman Gibson’s legacy of service and love for Clifton will never be forgotten.

The City of Clifton extends its deepest condolences to the Gibson family, his friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. 💙

05/13/2026

It was truly an honor to help facilitate the Nash Park groundbreaking ceremony and dedication of the Splash Pad to Councilman Bill Gibson.

05/12/2026

Join us this afternoon for the Nash Park Splash Pad Groundbreaking Ceremony and dedication to Councilman William F. Gibson, recognizing his 50+ years of devoted service to the Clifton community.

📍 Nash Park, 700 Lexington Avenue
🗓 Tuesday, May 12, 2026
⏰ 1:30 PM

Come celebrate the start of exciting improvements coming soon to Nash Park!

05/08/2026

🎉Groundbreaking Ceremony

Please join us as we celebrate the groundbreaking of the Nash Park Splash Pad, dedicated to Councilman William F. Gibson in recognition of his service and commitment to the City of Clifton.

📅 Tuesday, May 12, 2026
📍 Nash Park (700 Lexington Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011)

We hope to see you there!

05/04/2026