Author: City of Linden
African American Women Achievements – ZOOM Presentation
The City Of Linden Department of Parks & Recreation would like you to come and join us for an interactive Zoom presentation about the achievements of African American Women. We invite your family to come celebrate achievements made by African American Women on Thursday, February 25 at 7pm or Sunday, February 28 at 3pm. Please register online using your community pass account or by calling (908) 474-8627 / (908) 474-8600 Monday through Friday from 9am until 4pm. Please note an email address is required in order to use Zoom.
Notice RE City Caucus, Conference and Council Meetings on February 15th and 16th
Please read the attached notice for information about the upcoming City Caucus, City Conference and City Council Meetings. Information about these meetings has been added to the website’s calendar events for each meeting accordingly.
New Job Opportunity Available at the Linden Roselle Sewerage Authority
Office Clerk – Part Time, 20 Hours Per Week
Municipal Authority seeking person for diversified office duties. Must have skills and experience in the following areas: computer word processing, excel, phone reception and interaction with the public. Preference to the residents of the service area Linden and Roselle. Must be New Jersey resident. E.O.E.
Notice RE Vacancy for Omnibus Operator/Recreation Leader in Department of Recreation & Senior Services
Please be advised that there is a vacancy for one full time Omnibus Operator/Recreation Leader in the Department of Recreation & Senior Services, at the hourly rate of $17 – $23 per hour. This position is full time for 35 hours per week. Please post this in an area available to all employees. At this time, this position is only open to all City of Linden residency.
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, all applications must be obtained online by clicking here.
Once completed all applications must be returned via email no later than 4:30 PM on Thursday, February 25, 2021. In addition to electronic submission, applications can be mailed to City of Linden City Clerks’ Office, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Applications that are mailed must be postmarked by the application deadline of Thursday, February 25, 2021 or they will be returned to the applicant. Please be advised that all employment applications must be completed at the time of submission. Please include copies of resumes, proof of qualifications or any additional documents you wish to submit with your application.
Submission Due Date: February 25, 2021
Downloads & Links
Click here to see all open opportunities to work with the City of Linden.
Department of Parks & Recreation 2021 Winter Programs
The following virtual programs are a list of our 2021 Winter Programs for the community of all ages. These programs are available on our Linden local channels 36/42 and some are displayed via Zoom. All programs can be registered online via Community Pass. For additional information please call (908) 474-8627 and/or (908) 474-8600.
The Historic US Presidential Election of 1864
- Date: Monday, February 22nd, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
Wood Heart Key/Face Mask
- Date: Wednesday, February 24th, 2021
- Time: 10am
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
Q & A Game Show Trivia
- Date: Friday, February 26th, 2021
- Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
- Ages: 5 – 100 years of age (families and children)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Zoom
A Trip Around the World: Destination-Puerto Rico
- Date: Saturday, February 27th 2021
- Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
- Ages: 7-13 years of age (children)
- Cost: $20
- Site: Zoom
Why is Our Country So Politically Divided?
- Date: Monday, March 1st, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
Arts & Crafts
- Dates: Wednesday, March 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th, 2021
- Time: March 3rd @ 6pm, March 10th & 24th @ 10am, March 17th @ 7pm
- Ages:
- March 3rd @ 6pm; 6-13 years of age (children)
- March 10th and 24th @ 10am; 50-100 years of age (senior citizens)
- March 17th @ 7pm; 18-49 years of age (adults)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
Understanding Spring Migration
- Date: Thursday, March 4th, 2021
- Time: 7pm – 8pm
- Ages: 13 – 29 years of age (teens and adults)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Zoom
Signs of Spring
- Date: Saturday, March 6th, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2pm
- Ages: 5 – 100 years of age (families and children)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Zoom
STEM Challenges
- Dates: Saturdays March 6th and 13th, 2021
- Time: 9am – 12pm
- Ages: 8 – 14 years of age (children)
- Cost: $60.00
- Site: Zoom
Federal Reserve System & It’s Effect on The US Economy
- Date: Monday, March 8th, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
A Trip Around the World: Destination-Jamaica
- Date: Saturday, March 13th, 2021
- Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
- Ages: 7 – 13 years of age (children)
- Cost: $20
- Site: Zoom
The Gold Standard and the US Economy
- Date: Monday, March 15th, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
Music Video Bingo
- Date: Friday, March 19th, 2021
- Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
- Ages: 5 – 100 years of age (families and children)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Zoom
Diggin’ for Dinosaurs, Rockin’ Rocks, & Crystal Creations
- Dates: Saturday March 20th and 27th, 2021
- Time: 9am – 12pm
- Ages: 6 – 10 years of age (children)
- Cost: $60
- Site: Zoom
It’s More Than Please & Thank You
- Dates: Saturday, March 20th and 27th, 2021
- Time: 9am – 12pm
- Ages: 7 – 13 years of age (children)
- Cost: $45
- Site: Zoom
Money & Politics
- Date: Monday, March 22, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
The American Debt Crisis
- Date: Monday, March 29th, 2021
- Time: 1pm – 2:30pm
- Ages: 50 – 100 years of age (senior citizens)
- Cost: FREE
- Site: Channels 36/42
The Artist in You
- Dates: Monday, March 29th and Thursday, April 1st, 2021
- Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
- Ages: 7 – 13 years of age (children)
- Cost: $85
- Site: Zoom
Fantasy FUN Crafts
- Dates: Monday, March 29th through Thursday, April 1st, 2021
- Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
- Ages: 7 – 13 (children)
- Cost: $85
- Site: Zoom
Click here to view and/or download a PDF version of the press release.
Emergency Food Distribution Event Rescheduled to Thursday, February 11th @ 1pm Due to Weather
Please note that this event was originally scheduled for Tuesday, February 9th. Due to the weather, it has been changed to Thursday, February 11th @ 1pm.
The Union County Board of County Commissioners, the Village Super Market of Springfield Township, and Gargiulo Produce are providing a walk-up food distribution event to all Union County residents affected by COVID-19 on Thursday February 11th at 1pm. Click here or text “FindFood” for English, or text “Comida” for Spanish to 908 224 7776 to find helpful information quickly.
Location
Immaculate Conception Church (Parking Lot); 417 Union Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Event Details
- First 300 people will receive shelf-safe food and fresh produce on a first come, first served basis.
- One food distribution per household, while supplies last.
- Bring a cart for the walk-up.
- Refrigerate any perishable items shortly after distribution.
- Bring one (1) proof of NJ residency, such as a utility bill, driver’s license, ID card, etc.
- Event will take place rain or shine.
Click here to view and/or download the event flyer in English and Spanish. With any questions, or for more information, please email the DHS Action Line or call them at 908 558 2288.
Notice RE Special Meeting of the Linden City Council on Wednesday, February 10th, 2021
A Special Meeting of the Linden City Council has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 6pm. The meeting will be conducted electronically through RingCentral due to the Health Emergency caused by the COVID 19 pandemic. Official action will not be taken and portions of the meeting may be held in Executive Session. The purpose of the meeting is as follows:
- Snow Removal
- Emergency Operation Procedure
There is no registration required for this meeting. Members of the Public may access the meeting from their computer, tablet or smartphone by clicking on this link.
Members of the public who may be attending are on mute until the public comment portion of the meeting. If you wish to be recognized please identify yourself. You will then give your name and address, as at any public meeting. Failure to do so, will result in you being muted and not recognized further. When public comment is opened, the ability to register will be closed.
Members of the public can submit comments or questions in writing no later than 2:00pm on the meeting days by email here or by fax to (908) 474-8451. Please include your name and address in the correspondence and title the email “Special Council Public Meeting comment or question.” Notice of this meeting stating the date, place and time has been disseminated as required un the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975.” Electronic notice was provided on February 5, 2021 to the Local Source, Home News Tribune and the Star Ledger, noting that the meeting would be conducted through RingCentral and containing information on how to access the meeting. The same information was posted on the City’s Website, Linden TV, the bulletin board and the front door of City Hall.
Click here to view and/or download a PDF of this meeting notice.
Fiserv $10k Grants to Black & Minority Owned Businesses
In response to the economic challenges brought on by COVID-19 and civil unrest, Fiserv, a financial services tech company, will award grants in the amount of $10,000 to Black- and minority-owned businesses that have been impacted by COVID-19 and social unrest. The grant, which will be offered to select cities, is now open for New York and surrounding areas, including New Jersey.
The Back2Business Grant is a part of a larger Fiserv initiative to equip minority-owned small businesses with vital education, coaching, and capital to truly fuel growth of our communities, creating sustainable business and shared value for all. In addition to the grant, the program will include opportunities for mentorship and access to technology solutions that enable revenue generation.
Grant applications are now open for eligible small businesses in New York and New Jersey. Applications are due by February 12th, 2021. Applicants can find more information and apply for the grant here.
Snow Trouble Ticket
If you have a street that needs to be plowed, please fill out and submit the form below. Always feel free to contact Mayor Armstead’s office at 908 474 8495.