The Plainfield City Council is set to convene for its March business meeting on Monday, March 9, 2026.

This session marks the second of the year, following the cancellation of January's meeting.

Among the items on the city council agenda are a resolution honoring Connor Oldfield, recognition of Women's Awareness Month, the hiring of a public affairs firm, acceptance of an EPA grant, and the designation of a developer for 611 West Front Street, which also includes a tax exemption up for first reading.

Residents interested in the full agenda can access it through official city channels.

Notably, this meeting will be the first since the implementation of new public comment rules.

These regulations prohibit speech deemed offensive and disallow forms of silent speech such as dancing, singing, or pantomime during the public comment period.

Additionally, virtual public comments have been discontinued, requiring residents to be physically present in the council chambers to participate.

These changes aim to ensure compliance with New Jersey laws governing public meetings.

For those unable to attend in person, the meeting will be available for viewing through the city's official channels.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and engaged with the proceedings of the Plainfield City Council.