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Notice RE New 2 Parking Enforcement Officer Positions Available In The City of Linden

Once completed all applications must be returned via email or 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 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 Deadline is February 8, 2024 at 4:30pm.

Click here to see all job opportunities available in the City of Linden.

New Jersey American Water Invests $1 Million in Linden Infrastructure

New Jersey American Water will replace approximately 1,200 feet of aging water main in Linden starting this month. The company will upgrade the aging 6-inch water lines that were installed as far back as the 1920s with new 12-inch ductile iron main along East Gibbons Street from North Wood Avenue to Washington Avenue. The project also includes replacing fire hydrants and utility-owned service lines along the pipeline route. Additionally, New Jersey American Water will replace any customer-owned service line that has been identified as lead or galvanized as part of a statewide initiative to remove all lead and galvanized service lines by 2031.

  • Click here to view and/or download the official press release regarding the New Jersey American Water $1 Million investment in Linden infrastructure.
  • Click here to view and/or download details regarding the main replacement project.

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications for General Management Consulting Services.

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications of Professional Service Contracts beginning February 1, 2024. Notice is hereby given that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:44-20.5 et seq. through a fair and open process, the City of Linden is requesting sealed submissions for Professional Service Contracts. Sealed submissions will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Jessica L.Slawinski, of the City of Linden, on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 10am prevailing time, in the 1st Floor Purchasing Department, City Hall, City of Linden, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036 then publicly opened and read aloud for the following:

  1. General Management Consulting Services.

Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS, for (Position Number as Listed Above, Name of Position) and bearing the name and address of the proposer on outside; addressed to the Purchasing Agent, Jessica L. Slawinski, City of Linden, City Hall, Purchasing Department, 301 North Wood Avenue, 1st Floor, Linden, NJ 07036. 

Standardized submission requirements and selection criteria are on file and available in the Purchasing Department, City Hall, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. 

Submission packages may be obtained on the City of Linden’s website by clicking here.

In addition to full compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq. (“Pay To Play”), individuals or firms awarded contracts under these procedures will be required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 52:32-44 (Business Registration of Public Contractors), 42 U.S.C. Section 12101 et. seq. (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. And N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. (Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities in Public Contracts)

Submission by Corporations and Partnerships shall include a completed Disclosure of Ownership form (N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2) and shall include a completed Non-Collusion Affidavit.

The City of Linden reserves the right to reject any or all submissions due to any defects of waive informalities and accept any submissions that in their judgment will be in the best interest of the City of Linden. The City of Linden shall award the contract or reject all submissions no later than 60 days from receipt of the same.

Jessica L. Slawinski, Purchasing Agent

  • To view and/or download the paper version of the RFQ Notice, click here.
  • To see all active RFQ and job opportunities with the City of Linden, including those in the notice above, click here.

Apply for Homeowner Flood Buyouts

Blue Acres is a program to acquire flood-prone land in the State of New Jersey, and to dedicate those lands that are purchased for recreation and conservation purposes.

  • Click here to view and/or download the application in English to sell your property through the Blue Acres Program.
  • Click here to view and/or download the application in Spanish to sell your property through the Blue Acres Program.
  • The application can be completed and submitted electronically on the Blue Acres Website.
  • For more information, call the City of Linden’s Engineering Division at 908-474-8621, or call the NJDEP Blue Acres Program at 609-940-4140.

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications of Professional Service Contracts Beginning January, 2024.

Notice is hereby given that sealed submissions will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Jessica L. Slawinski, of the City of Linden, on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 10am, prevailing time, in the 1st Floor Purchasing Department, City Hall, City of Linden, 301 North Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036 then publicly opened and read aloud for the following:

  1. AVIATION ENGINEERING SERVICES
  2. MUNICIPAL MARKETING SERVICES
  3. COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT SERVICES

Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS, for (Position Number as Listed Above, Name of Position) and bearing the name and address of the proposer on outside; addressed to the Purchasing Agent, Jessica L. Slawinski, City of Linden, City Hall, Purchasing Department, 301 North Wood Avenue, 1st Floor, Linden, NJ 07036.

Standardized submission requirements and selection criteria are on file and available in the Purchasing Department, City Hall, 301 N. Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Submission packages may also be downloaded on the The City of Linden’s website on this page.

In addition to full compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et. seq. (“Pay to Play”), individuals or firms awarded contracts under these procedures will be required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 52:32-44 (Business Registration of Public Contractors), 42 U.S.C. Section 12101 et. seq. (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. And N.J.A.C. 17:27 et seq. (Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities in Public Contracts).

Submission by Corporations and Partnerships shall include a completed Disclosure of Ownership form (N.J.S.A. 52:25-24.2) and shall include a completed Non-Collusion Affidavit. The City of Linden reserves the right to reject any or all submissions due to any defects of waive informalities and accept any submissions that in their judgment will be in the best interest of the City of Linden. The City of Linden shall award the contract or reject all submissions no later than 60 days from receipt of the same.

Jessica L. Slawinski, Purchasing Agent

  • To view and/or download the paper version of the RFQ Notice for 2024, click here.
  • To see all active RFQ and job opportunities with the City of Linden, including those in the notice above, click here.

Senior Zumba Gold

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Zumba Gold.

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

  • Who: For Linden senior residents. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation.
  • What: Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity, with easy-to-follow Zumba choreography. The main focus is on balance, range of motion and coordination.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Fridays, January 12 through March 22, 2024 from 9:30am until 10:30am.
    • No class on February 16, 2024.
  • How: Free program. Participants should consult with a physician prior to participation. To view full program description and register online, click here. In person registration is available 9am until 4pm at the JTG Center (330 Helen Street) or the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. For more information, email us here, or call 908-474-8600.

Annual Ceremony Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The Linden Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Committee, Inc. invites you to attend the 39th Annual Ceremony Honoring the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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

  • What: 39th Annual Ceremony honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Guest speaker: Senior Pastor of Liberty Baptist Church, Rev. Dr. Lester W. Wormley.
  • Where: First Baptist Church, which is located at 929 Dill Avenue.
  • When: Monday, January 15 at 11am.
  • How: We are asking for your continued support by sending donations. Click here to donate, or mail checks to P.O. Box 2111, Linden, NJ, 07036, payable to: Linden Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Committee.

Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee present the Holiday House Decorating Contest! Let’s light up Linden with holiday spirit!

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

All homes in Linden that had their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 were included in this contest. No registration required. Winners announced on December 28, 2023. One winner was selected from each ward! Congratulations to the winners! Winning homes will be on the City of Linden website, and pictures will be shared on Linden’s Facebook and Nextdoor pages. Gift cards will be delivered to the winning homes. Homes that have won in the past two years were not eligible.

Click here to view the winners!

Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee present the Holiday House Decorating Contest! Let’s light up Linden with holiday spirit!

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

All homes in Linden that had their holiday lights on from December 12 to December 20 were included in this contest. No registration required. Winners announced on December 28, 2023. One winner was selected from each ward! Congratulations to the winners! Winning homes will be on the City of Linden website, and pictures will be shared on Linden’s Facebook and Nextdoor pages. Gift cards will be delivered to the winning homes. Homes that have won in the past two years were not eligible.