Government

Public Meetings

Public Safety

The mission of the Paterson Police Department is to preserve the peace and to protect and serve all who live or work in, as well as those who travel through, our city and in so doing, make a meaningful contribution to the quality of life in our community.


The Paterson Fire Division consists of more than 250 workers to prevent and combat the destructive forces of fire within the community.  The Department also is responsible for conducting inspections of businesses and industries and operates the Emergency Medical Service for the City.

Historic Paterson

The Great Falls Historic District Cultural Center is a facility of the City of Paterson's Department of Community Development. The Center provides a variety of services to educators, students and researchers. Information from the Center's archives are available for review, and knowledgeable staff are on hand to answer questions and assist in research.

Visiting

Business

With multiple vibrant business districts, Paterson is the perfect place for you to start or grow a business. From real estate development to light manufacturing, restaurants to retail, Paterson has seen growth in numerous areas of economic development in recent years, and your business can be next.

Use the menu to the right to find ways the City of Paterson, the County of Passaic, and the State of New Jersey can support all your business efforts.

Community

Discover

Just over a dozen miles from New York City, Paterson, New Jersey is the birthplace of American industry.  Founded by Alexander Hamilton, the city grew around the 77-foot waterfall, now known as the Great Falls, and a system of water raceways that allowed for multiple manufacturing mills to produce items ranging from textiles, firearms, and railroad locomotives.

Learn more about Paterson from the “Discover” topics to the right, as well as the Paterson Wikipedia page. Come out for a day trip to see the Great Falls yourself!