Clark Township Clarifies Proposed Juvenile Curfew Ordinance

Clark Township has issued a clarification regarding a proposed juvenile curfew ordinance following a News 12 New Jersey report on July 21, 2026.

According to the township statement, the news report did not accurately reflect what occurred at the Township Council meeting held on July 20, 2026. The council chambers were not filled to capacity, and the ordinance was not introduced, debated, or considered by the Township Council.

Council President Bill Smith advised Mayor Angel Albanese on Monday afternoon that he intended to move to table the ordinance. At the beginning of the meeting, the Mayor informed those in attendance that the Council planned to consider a motion to table the ordinance. The Council subsequently tabled it, and consistent with that procedure, the Council did not discuss the merits of the proposed ordinance at the meeting.

Several individuals who had attended to hear the Council's discussion or provide comments left the meeting after the ordinance was tabled. Three citizens were opposed to the ordinance.

The township statement concluded: "The Township remains committed to conducting its business in an open and transparent manner and appreciates public participation in the legislative process."

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