The Lackawanna PILOT Series
A structured analysis of the PILOT agreement; including its structure, who ultimately benefits, and the long-term impact on Montclair residents.
Part 1
Lackawanna PILOT - Part 1: From Public Pockets to Private Profits
Montclair’s tax concessions and zoning approvals are creating substantial value for the Lackawanna redevelopment. A closer look at the proposed PILOT agreement reveals key provisions that prioritize Developer cash flow and investor returns over residents’ participation in that value.
Part 2
Lackawanna PILOT - Part 2: Residents Pay While Investors Collect
The accounting tactic that allows the Developer to expense the Township for the entire project — not just the lost income associated with the Affordable units.
Part 3
Lackawanna PILOT - Part 3: What the Statute Says and What It Doesn't
A closer look at what the statute actually allows and whether the full range of options has truly been presented.