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Construction Notice: Amtrak Railroad Modernization Project

Beginning Friday, July 22, Amtrak will start work on an important infrastructure modernization project along a five-mile section of the Boston Northeast Corridor (NEC) in and around the City of Linden.

Once completed, the work performed will increase the overall reliability of the infrastructure, enhance ride quality and will be of great benefit to the thousands of passengers who rely on NJ Transit and Amtrak for travel.

The estimated construction schedule for work is as follows:

  • Starting July 22, through September, workers will be in the Linden area performing work at night along Track A of the existing railroad. The work will take place on weekdays from Monday through Thursday and include weekends. The hours of work are typically from 9pm until 7am.
  • Starting in September through November, workers will be in the Linden area performing work at night along Track B of the existing railroad. The work will take place on weekdays from Monday through Thursday and include weekends. The hours of work are typically from 9pm until 7am.

City of Linden Cooling Centers 2022

Below is a list of the City of Linden’s Cooling Centers for 2022. These are the municipal buildings that are open and available to the public during their normal operating hours. Nothing else is required. Please note that all buildings will be closed on September 5th, 2022.

  • Linden Public Library – 31 East Henry Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 9am until 9pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am until 5pm, Friday from 9:30am until 5pm, and Saturday from 9am until 5pm. *Closed on Sundays.
    • Masks are suggested but not required. Masks are available at the front desk.
  • John T. Gregorio Recreation Center – 330 Helen Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm. *Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Linden Multi-Purpose Center – 1025 John Street
    • Operating Hours: Monday through Friday from 9am until 8pm. *Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Become a Linden Firefighter

Come and learn more about becoming a Linden Firefighter at our informational sessions. Service your community. Begin a challenging yet rewarding career with a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as promotional opportunities.

The Linden Fire Department is accepting applications to become a Linden Firefighter until August 31st, 2022 at 4pm. Linden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for becoming a Linden Firefighter. 

  • What: Informational sessions for becoming a Linden Firefighter.
  • When Tuesday, August 2nd and Thursday, August 25th, 2022 at 7pm.
  • Where: Firehouse #3, which is located at 1205 East Elizabeth Avenue.
  • How: Click here to apply to become a Linden Firefighter. The deadline to apply is August 31st, 2022 at 4pm. Applicant requirements are as follows: must be a U.S. Citizen between the ages of 18 and 34, a resident of Linden, have a high school diploma or GED, and have a valid New Jersey driver’s license.

The City of Linden Latin Festival!

Mayor Derek Armstead, Uptown Linden, Duce Martinez and D-Wild Radio present the City of Linden Latin Festival. Bringing the Latin community together for one big event!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • What: Latin festival with entertainment and giveaways! There will also be a “Kid Zone” with children’s games, face painting, crafts and activities.
  • Where: In front of Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue. The “Kid Zone” will be held at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • When: Saturday, July 30th from 12pm until 9pm. Rain date is Sunday, July 31st.

Notice RE July 12, 2022 Planning Board Meeting

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on July `12, 2022 in accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et. seq., and the Governor of New Jersey’s Executive Orders 102 and 104 regarding COVID-19 the Planning Board of the City of Linden will conduct its regular meeting at 6:30 pm.

The meeting will be held in person, but those who wish to attend Virtually may do so, this way limiting personal contact at a public gathering. Registration is not required for this meeting. Members of the Public may access the meeting from their computer, tablet or smartphone by going here and then clicking on the “Virtual Meeting Link” hyperlink. 

At this meeting the Board will vote on Resolutions; namely, SD 770-22 – Dennis J. Valvano III – 6 Furber Ave; SP 1153-22 – 1001 E. Edgar Urban Renewal, LLC – 1001 E Edgar Rd; and hear three Applications, namely, SP 1146-21 – Food Basket NJ, LLC – 911 St. Georges Ave, SP 1150-22 Target – 621 W. Edgar Road and hear Redevelopment Plan for Block 469, Lot 38.06.

Copies of the filed Plans submitted by the Applicant can be reviewed on the City website here. Copies of any exhibits that will be utilized by the Applicant at the hearing will also be made available at the aforementioned link at least two (2) days prior to the hearing.

Copies of the filed Plans submitted by the Applicant can be reviewed here. Copies of any exhibits that will be utilized by the Applicant at the hearing will also be made available at the aforementioned link at least two (2) days prior to the hearing.

Dorothy Kotowski

City of Linden Planning Board Secretary

2022 National Night Out

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Police Department invite you to come and enjoy the 2022 National Night Out!

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • What: Free food, drinks, giveaways and entertainment for the whole family!
  • When: Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022 from 5pm until 7pm.
  • Where: Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held at the John T. Gregorio Recreation Center located at 330 Helen Street.

Youthchella Foam Party!

The Union County Division of Youth Services presents: Youthchella Foam Party!

  • Who: Open to Union County youth, ages 10 – 18
  • What: Youth foam party! Event will have a DJ, food, games, giveaways and more!
  • When: Thursday, July 21st, 2022 from 11am until 2pm
  • Where: Trailside Nature & Science Center, which is located at 452 New Providence Road, Mountainside, NJ 07092
  • How: Click here to register. Any questions regarding rules, accomodation or other inquiries, call (908) 558-2520

Recycling Center – Extended Hours

Starting Wednesday July 6, 2022 through October 2022, the City of Linden is extending the hours at its Recycling Center on Wednesdays only, until 8pm.

The pilot program to extend the Linden Recycling Center hours will occur on Wednesdays only, until 8pm, through October 2022. The extended hours on Wednesdays will allow Linden residents with later work schedules to drop off their recyclables. The Recycling Center hours will remain the same for the other days of the week.

  • The Linden Recycling Center hours are as follows:
    • Monday from 7am until 2:30pm
    • Tuesday from 7am until 2:30pm
    • Wednesday from 7am until 2:30pm (beginning July 6 through October, 2022, Wednesday hours will be from 7am until 8pm)
    • Thursday from 7am until 2:30pm
    • Friday from 7am until 2:30pm
    • Saturday from 8am until 2pm
  • Where: 2 Donaldson Place

Associated Humane Societies Mobile Veterinary Clinic – Event Postponed

EVENT POSTPONED. More information regarding rescheduling will be posted once available.

Mayor Derek Armstead and the City of Linden have partnered with the Associated Humane Societies to provide Linden residents with the Associated Humane Societies Mobile Unit by appointment only on July 26th.

Services to be offered by appointment only include wellness checks, vaccinations and microchips. No surgeries.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event as well as pricing details.

  • Who: Available to Linden residents.
  • What: Pet wellness exams, vaccinations and microchips.
  • When: Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 by appointment only.
  • Where: 46 Lower Road, in the P.A.L. Field.
  • How: To schedule an appointment, call (973) 824-7080 Ext. 118