Gloria Kolodziej becomes mayor. 1986 Gloria Kolodziej begins second term as mayor. Joseph Lynn steps down as city manager. Clifton celebrates its 70th anniversary and Passaic County's 150th. Morris Canal Park dedicated.
Voters change mayor appointed school board to elected board.
1990 James Anzaldi becomes mayor. Census shows Clifton's population at 71,742. Clifton Memorial Library dedicated. 1992 City celebrates 75th anniversary with year long events including a parade watched by thousands. James Anzaldi is re-elected with the largest percentage of votes in Clifton history.