MAYOR HECTOR C. LORA
& PASSAIC CITY COUNCIL
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Urban Enterprise Zone The City that Works for You! Passaic, NJ · 2026
City of Passaic · Urban Enterprise Zone · 2026
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TODAY'S AGENDA
01💰UEZ Business Benefits
02🛡️Quality of Life & Security
03🚌Free UEZ Shuttle Program
04🚲Bike Share Program
05🌐Digital Business Directory
06🥇City Rankings
07📍Why Passaic? Strategic Location
08🌮Sabor Passaic — The 220 Experience
09🏅Sponsorship Opportunities
10⚽FIFA World Cup 2026 Opportunity
11👀Watch Parties
12🏪Vendor Opportunities
13🤝Connect, Collaborate & Q&A
Welcome to the Expo
WHY WE'RE HERE TODAY

The Passaic UEZ Business Expo is a free, community-first event designed to connect, empower, and grow the businesses that make our city thrive.

"Mayor Hector C. Lora invites you to a networking brunch designed to support Passaic retail and commercial business owners."

— Passaic UEZ Business Expo 2026

🍳 Breakfast Provided🎁 Gift Giveaways💰 Grants & Loans🆓 Free for UEZ Businesses
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Connect
Meet fellow business owners, city officials, and partners driving growth in Passaic's Urban Enterprise Zone.
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Learn
Discover UEZ grants, loans, business growth resources, and FIFA World Cup 2026 opportunities.
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Grow
Leverage Passaic's UEZ benefits, national recognition, and FIFA momentum to scale your business.
Your Opportunity
UEZ BUSINESS BENEFITS

As a business in the City of Passaic Urban Enterprise Zone, you unlock exclusive benefits that give you a real competitive edge over neighboring cities.

50%
Reduces Sales Tax
Half the NJ sales tax rate. Customers save more, and shop more, in the UEZ zone.
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Grants & Loans
UEZ-funded business grants and low-interest loans for improvements, hiring, and expansion.
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City Marketing
Citywide promotions, Mayor's commercials, social media, and events that drive foot traffic to you.
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Litter & Graffiti Removal
UEZ provides regular cleaning to keep business corridors attractive and welcoming for customers and businesses.
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Street Clean-ups
The DMC keeps UEZ Business Zones clean through regular street sweeping, ensuring the City of Passaic stays beautiful for businesses and visitors.
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Expert Support
Licensing guidance, workforce training, and one-on-one support from the UEZ Coordinator.
2025 Impact · UEZ Funded
🚌 FREE SHUTTLE PROGRAM
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Total Boardings
0
Avg / Week
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Service Weeks
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Peak Week
Passaic Free Shuttle
7 days/week — Mon–Sun, year-round
2 ADA-accessible shuttles, 24 seats each
Live tracking via Passio GO! app
Downtown + Uptown routes, 18 stops each
Q4 peak: 5,158 boardings — 33.5% of annual
2025 Impact · UEZ Funded
🚲 BIKE SHARE PROGRAM
0
Total Trips
0
Unique Riders
49.2min
Avg Trip Duration
35
Bikes · 6 Stations
Top Stations by Starts
Wall St & Passaic St350
Main & Brook318
Kol Square306
Passaic Bike Share
First 2 hours FREE with code PUEZFREE
Bike Safety Training with EZ Ride
Eatery Bike Tour highlighting local restaurants
Opening 6th Bike Station at Carnie Bragg Park
+10 Bikes added this year — 35 total in the fleet
City of Passaic · UEZ Initiative
INTRODUCING THE NEW
DIGITAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY
One Hub. Every Local Business. Real-Time Info.
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Find Every Business
From restaurants to service providers — every business in the City of Passaic, all in one place.
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Businesses Control Their Info
Update hours, contact details, offers, and more.
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Powered by Google My Business
Accurate, live, and synced automatically — your data is always current.
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Claim & Update Your Listing Today
cityofpassaic.com/550/UEZ-Business-Directory
Free · Fast · Easy→
Passaic Digital Business Directory
Public Safety · UEZ Investment
UEZ QUALITY OF LIFE & SECURITY

The UEZ enhances business security through investments in upgraded surveillance systems and dedicated Quality of Life police patrols.

Additional Security Cameras
Expanded camera network covering UEZ business corridors for enhanced monitoring and deterrence around the clock.
License Plate Readers at City Entrances & Exits
Automated readers positioned at key entry and exit points to track and deter criminal activity citywide.
UEZ Foot Patrol
Dedicated Quality of Life officers patrolling UEZ zones to keep businesses, employees, and customers safe.
U.S. News & World Report · 2025–2026
#10
BEST PLACE TO LIVE FOR QUALITY OF LIFE
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Healthcare
Excellent access to hospitals & medical facilities
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Safety
Improving safety metrics & community policing
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Education
Strong diverse school system & opportunities
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Commute
13 miles to Manhattan, NJ Transit connected
~70,000 Residents
75% Hispanic Community
13 Miles to Manhattan
The Business Case
WHY CITY OF PASSAIC
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Ranked #10 Nationally
US News 2025–26 — a city where people want to live, work, and spend money.
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World-Class Transportation
Free UEZ Shuttle (15K+ riders), Bike Share, NJ Transit rail/bus, and proximity to major highways.
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Vibrant Cultural Hub
75% Hispanic, a vibrant community full of culture, flavor, Food Truck Row, and energy.
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Business-First City
UEZ grants, low tax rates, expert support, and a pro-business administration under Mayor Lora.
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City-Backed Marketing
Mayor's commercials, Facebook campaigns, Eatery Bike Tours, city events — your business gets promoted.
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Strategic Location
3 square miles. 13 miles to Manhattan. ~15 miles to MetLife Stadium — home of the 2026 World Cup Final.
UEZ Marketplace · 220 Passaic St.
SABOR PASSAIC — THE 220 EXPERIENCE
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Opening Soon — Vendor & Sponsor Spots Available
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Factory 220 Exterior
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Hot Food
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Farmers Mkt
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Craft Bar
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Coffee Shop
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Pizzeria
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Event Stage
UEZ-funded — zero cost barrier for vendors
Ample surface parking — accessible citywide
Dedicated Seating Area & Event Stage
Celebrating Passaic's Latin heritage & culture
Foot traffic from UEZ Shuttle, Bike Share & NJ Transit
Passaic's culture & flavors celebrated in every corner
Passaic UEZ · Community Partnerships
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Pole Banner
🌟 Sponsor a Pole Banner  · America 250 · 1776–2026
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12+ months display — America 250 launch through 2026
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Prime UEZ corridors — Main Ave, Monroe St, Passaic St
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Your business name & logo featured on the banner
1,000s
Daily Views
12+
Months
🇺🇸 Sign Up to Sponsor
Golf Outing
⛳ Golf & FootGolf Outing  · Crystal Springs Resort · June 5, 2026
🎁 Gift / Door Prize$5,000
🍽️ Lunch Sponsor$4,000
🥐 Breakfast Sponsor$3,500
⛳ Hole Sponsor$300
🏌️ Sponsor a Golfer$250
💚 100% raised funds support City of Passaic Recreation Dept programs
Sports Teams
🏆 Sports Teams Sponsorship
⚾ Baseball 🥎 Softball ⚽ Soccer 🏀 Basketball 🏐 Volleyball 🎾 Tennis
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Logo on uniforms & t-shirts — every game & practice
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Brand exposure at games, tournaments & events
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Recognized as a community partner supporting Passaic youth
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Helping provide affordable programs, equipment & uniforms for Passaic youth
Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity
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FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
NY/NJ Economic Impact
$0B
Total projected impact · $1.7B visitor spending · 26,000+ jobs · $432M in state & local tax revenue
48
Nations
Largest World Cup in history — diverse fans match Passaic's culture
8
Matches at MetLife
~15 miles from Passaic including THE FINAL
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World Cup Final
July 19, 2026 — MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
75%
Cultural Match
Hispanic community — soccer is in Passaic's DNA
Mayor Hector C. Lora & Passaic City Council
⚽ WATCH PARTIES SCHEDULE
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KICK OFF
Mexico 🇲🇽 vs South Africa 🇿🇦
June 11 · 3:00 PM
📍 Monroe St & Hamilton Ave
🎉
BLOCK PARTY
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📍 Girabaldi Plaza
Jun 11
3:00 PM
Mexico 🇲🇽 vs S. Africa 🇿🇦
Jun 12
3:00 PM
Canada 🇨🇦 vs Bosnia 🇧🇦
Jun 13
6:00 PM
Brazil 🇧🇷 vs Morocco 🇲🇦
📍 Third Ward Park
Jun 19
3:00 PM
USA 🇺🇸 vs Australia 🇦🇺
Jun 20
8:00 PM
Ecuador 🇪🇨 vs Curaçao
Jun 21
Spain 🇪🇸 vs Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
📍 Factory 220
Jun 27
7:30 PM
Colombia 🇨🇴 vs Portugal 🇵🇹
Jun 28
Playoff Game
Jun 29–Jul 6
Playoff Games TBD
📍 Pulaski Park
Jul 10
Play-Off Games
Jul 14/15
Semi-Finals
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⭐ FINAL ⭐
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Watch Party
July 19, 2026
📍 Pulaski Park
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YOUR BOOTH AT EVERY EVENT — Register as a Certified UEZ Business
UEZ certification gives you priority access to vendor spots, city promotion, and co-marketing throughout the entire World Cup season.
Contact UEZ Office
973-365-5520
Act Now · Summer 2026
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VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
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City Hall Watch Parties
Every weekend of the World Cup — 6 weekends of high-traffic community events bringing thousands of fans together citywide.
June 13 – July 19 · 37 days of World Cup excitement
Multiple venues · Thousands of attendees per event
UEZ-certified businesses get priority vendor access
🏪 Secure Your Vendor Spot
Register as a Certified UEZ Business for priority access to vendor spots, city promotion, and co-marketing throughout the entire World Cup season.
973-365-5520
Vendor Categories Open to UEZ Businesses
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Food & Beverage
Street food, mobile kitchens, specialty drinks
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Merchandise & Retail
Soccer gear, souvenirs, branded items, flags — tap international fan enthusiasm
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Entertainment
Live music, face painting, photo booths — create the unforgettable experience
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Business Activations
Pop-ups, brand booths, product sampling — reach thousands of local & visiting fans
Let's Build This Together
CONNECT. COLLABORATE.
GROW.

The City of Passaic is open for business — and with the FIFA World Cup Final just miles away this summer, the opportunity of a lifetime is at our doorstep.

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UEZ Office
973-365-5520
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Office Location
Passaic City Hall
330 Passaic St., Passaic NJ
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Email Us
U — Unlock Expert Resources E — Expand Your Network Z — Zone In On Success
Passaic UEZ Business Expo 2026
THANK YOU FOR COMING!

Stop by the UEZ booth on the way out to receive your Lunchbox Set! 🎁

🧳Lunchbox Set
🧴Hand Sanitizer
(Card)
📒Sticky Notebook
🖊️Black Grip Pen
☕Coffee Mug
👜Tote Bag
UEZ Lunchbox Set
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