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Temporary Drone Flight Restrictions in Effect in Linden

The FAA has issued new drone flight restrictions additional New Jersey towns due to recent unexplained drone sightings that have raised security concerns. The restrictions, which include sections of Linden, NJ aim to protect critical infrastructure. Below are links to see which parts of Linden have this temporary restriction in effect.

  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 30, 2024 – January 18, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 25, 2024 – January 19, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 23, 2024 – January 19, 2025.
  • Linden – FAA drone flight restriction in effect from December 23, 2024 – January 19, 2025.

Click here for the full list of all locations in in which temporary flight restrictions are in effect.

Virtual Incubator Program – Information Session

Diverse business owners have historically encountered many obstacles to success. To battle these injustices, UCEDC’s Board of Trustees developed the Virtual Incubator Program, which will enable up to 12 businesses with ownership from an underserved population the opportunity to sustain themselves through these trying economic times by offering education and access to capital.

The Virtual Incubator Program will provide the benefits businesses would get from a traditional business incubator in a virtual setting, in addition to providing access to capital to these entrepreneurs upon completion of the program. While businesses have struggled to find resources in the current economic climate, our goal is to provide them with the support they need. The program will include virtual training sessions, group, and one-on-one mentoring. Upon completion of the incubator program, participants will gain access to an exclusive loan program from UCEDC created specifically for Virtual Incubator Program graduates.

Join UCEDC’s Virtual Incubator Information Session to discover how their Virtual Incubator Program is empowering up to 12 businesses from underserved populations during challenging economic climates. Designed to offer educational resources and facilitate access to capital, this program delivers traditional incubator benefits in a virtual setting, ensuring inclusivity and post-program financial support. During this webinar, learn the core elements of the Virtual Incubator Program, exploring its comprehensive training modules, interactive discussions, and personalized mentoring. Whether you’re a small business owner seeking education, capital, or both, this information session is your gateway to understanding the program’s structure, benefits, and the application process. Get your questions answered by our experts and envision the opportunities that await through the Virtual Incubator Program.

  • To register for the virtual information session – click here.
  • For more information and to apply for the UCEDC Virtual Incubator Program – click here.

Operation Green Light Initiative

As Veterans Day approaches, the Transportation and Properties Division of the City of Linden has Illuminated City Hall, The John T. Gregorio Center and the Linden Multi-Purpose center in green lighting as part of the Operation Green Light Initiative.  Lighting the buildings in green lets our Veterans know that they are seen, appreciated and supported. More information on Operation Green Light can be found here.

Aries & the City of Linden – Saving Planet Earth

Aries Clean Technologies, a leader in biosolids gasification, announced that its facility in Linden, New Jersey, has demonstrated extended stable operations. Rather than the traditional landfill or incineration approach to disposing of wastewater sludge, Aries’ fluidized bed gasification captures the energy in the biosolids to power the plant’s drying process. This circular method reduces local pollution, improves the region’s carbon footprint, and creates cleaner communities across the metropolitan New York and New Jersey area. Watch this video to hear from Mayor Derek Armstead and from Aries personnel about this critical project, and how this and similar efforts are helping to save Planet Earth.

Cancelled – July 15, 2024 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

PLEASE TAKE A NOTICE THAT the City of Linden, Zoning Board of Adjustment’s scheduled meeting on Monday, July 15, 2024 has been cancelled due to a family emergency. The Board will attempt to have a special meeting in early August, pending availability. The next regularly scheduled Zoning Board meeting will be held on September 9, 2024, and will include all business that was scheduled to be heard at the July 15, 2024 meeting. We apologize for any inconveniences.

Cancelled – July 15, 2024 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

PLEASE TAKE A NOTICE THAT the City of Linden, Zoning Board of Adjustment’s scheduled meeting on Monday, July 15, 2024 has been cancelled due to a family emergency. The Board will attempt to have a special meeting in early August, pending availability. The next regularly scheduled Zoning Board meeting will be held on September 9, 2024, and will include all business that was scheduled to be heard at the July 15, 2024 meeting. We apologize for any inconveniences.

Construction Code Inspection Requests – New Digital Feature

All new Inspection Request Forms must be filed under the most current Construction Codes adopted by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJ DCA).  For more information, view NJ DCA Code and Regulations. All inspection requests must be submitted digitally or in writing 5:23-2.18(c) at least 24 hours prior to the requested inspection date.

Linden residents may now make their inspection requests using the following online form.

Construction Code – Inspection Request Form

All new Inspection Request Forms must be filed under the most current Construction Codes adopted by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJ DCA).  For more information, view NJ DCA Code and Regulations. All inspection requests must be in writing 5:23-2.18(c) at least 24 hours prior to the requested inspection date.

Inspection Request Form

All New Construction Applications must be filed under the most current Construction Codes adopted by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (NJ DCA).

Project Address(Required)
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Contact Person Name(Required)
Contact Person Email(Required)
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Requested Inspection Type – Subcode(Required)
Requested Inspection Type

Alert – Phone Scam Impersonating Police Officers

Residents in multiple New Jersey municipalities have reported receiving suspicious phone calls from individuals impersonating police officers. These suspects are spoofing the phone number they are calling from, and displaying the respective police department’s phone number.

Reports state that the suspects have a thick accent and are using officer names obtained by searching municipal websites. 

As a reminder, never give personal information over the phone, by fax, through the mail, or on the Internet unless you have initiated the contact or you are sure you know who you are dealing with.

If you receive an unsolicited phone call from an individual claiming to be a Linden Police Officer, obtain the caller’s name and disconnect the phone call. Then, call the Linden Police Department directly at (908) 474-8500 to verify the call was legitimate.

If you have fallen victim to this scam and provided your personal information or are a victim of identity theft, please contact the Linden Police Department to file a police report.

Neither the Linden Police Department, nor any police union or organization associated with the Linden Police Department will ever solicit over the phone.

Hometown Heroes – 2024

Mission

Honor and recognize City of Linden servicemen and women and their families who have served or given their lives to our country in the United States Armed Forces.

Application Requirements

In order to be considered for a banner, the nominee must meet the following requirements:

  • Lived in the City of Linden at some point in their lifetime.
  • Served in one of the following branches: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, National Guard, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine.
  • Meet one of the following criteria: honorably discharged Veteran, died in the line of duty

Banner Design, Time Frame & Location

Banners are approximately 29”x 55”, vinyl material and feature a photo of the Veteran, with their name, rank, branch of service, and dates of active service. Banners will be displayed on poles along Wood Avenue for a designated period of time. Banner locations will be selected randomly and specific display locations cannot be requested. A branch of service circular logo will adorn the banner over the veteran’s image. The banners will contain the logos of Linden Special Improvement District, the Linden Board of Education, the City of Linden, The Linden Society for Historic Preservation, and the Linden Public Library.

Banner Photograph (Required)

Please secure a photograph of the veteran you would like to use on the banner, and submit the photograph with the application. The better quality photograph, the better the reproduction on the banner. We will accept a digital photograph, preferably a service portrait.

Contact & Questions

For questions or more information on the Banner Program, please call the Linden SID – Uptown Linden office at (908) 718-5831 or by email here.

Hometown Heroes Application

Nominators may either download a fillable PDF application by clicking here, or they can fill out the digital application below.

Nominee Information

Full Name(Required)
Your full name must match name and rank as it appears on DD-214 form) No nicknames will be on the banner or plaque.
Accepted file types: jpg, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Please secure the photograph you would like to use on the banner, and submit the photograph with the application. Only .jpg images are able to be uploaded.
Accepted file types: jpg, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Please upload a copy of the Veteran’s Military Verification Form (Military ID, etc.}. Only .jpg images are able to be uploaded.

Nominator Information

Contact Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Address
Photo Release(Required)