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PSE&G Prepared for Potential Nor’easter and Severe Weather

As the storm’s track continues to evolve, PSE&G* has activated its storm response plan and positioned additional crews and resources throughout our service territory. We are closely monitoring the forecast and are prepared to respond safely and efficiently should heavy rain, gusty winds or other severe weather conditions result in power outages.

Throughout the storm, PSE&G will remain in close communication with county and local emergency management officials and other public safety partners to coordinate response efforts as needed. Our customer-facing teams and communications channels will also remain active to provide customers with timely information as conditions change.

We are encouraging customers to prepare now by charging essential devices, securing outdoor items and ensuring they have flashlights and fresh batteries available. Customers should always stay at least 30 feet away from downed power lines and assume they are energized. Those who rely on electrically powered medical equipment should have a backup plan in the event of an outage.

Customers can report an outage and receive restoration updates through the PSE&G mobile app, online here, by texting “OUT” to 4PSEG (47734), or by calling 1-800-436-PSEG (7734).

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

Strong Winds, Heavy Rain and Flooding Alert

A strong nor’easter will impact our area beginning later today and continuing through the weekend. While the greatest impacts are expected along the shore, Linden may experience prolonged rainfall, strong winds, and potential tidal flooding. Click here to view and/or download the City of Linden Emergency Preparedness informational flyer. Plan Ahead. Stay Safe. Sign up for emergency alerts here.

While torrential rainfall is not currently forecast for our area, the City’s Department of Public Works has taken precautionary measures in recent weeks, including:

  • Inspecting and clearing catch basins in flood-prone areas
  • Inspecting storm drains and creeks and clearing significant blockages

Some uncertainty remains regarding the storm’s track, but damaging winds are currently the greatest concern for our area, with gusts potentially reaching 60 mph.

The City continues to monitor the storm, and DPW crews will be available to respond to storm-related issues.

Please monitor emergency alerts and follow the City of Linden, Linden Police Department, and other official government sources for updates.

Notice to Bidders

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN for the request for qualifications of professional service contracts beginning November 1, 2026.

All solicitations may ONLY be obtained on the City of Linden’s eProcurement portal at 

https://app.munivendor.com

  • Sealed offers shall be submitted via the City of Linden’s eProcurement portal https://app.munivendor.com up to and until Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. (prevailing time). The City’s eProcurement portal will not enable any submissions for these solicitations after Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 A.M.
  • Only offers submitted through the MuniVendor eProcurement portal at https://app.munivendor.com will be accepted. No physical, manual, paper, nor any other type of electronic response type will be accepted.
  • Offerors (respondents, prospective vendors, etc.) may sign up for MuniVendor by going to https://app.munivendor.com/signup
  • Available solicitations will go live on the MuniVendor platform this morning at 12 A.M.

Offerors are required to comply with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31, et seq., P.L. 1975, c. 127, N.J.A.C. 17:27-1 et seq., and all other applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances concerning affirmative action goals and equal employment opportunity.

The City of Linden reserves the right to reject any and all proposals in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4, 40A:11-13.2 and 40A:11-23.2, and waive minor informalities not considered material defects under N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1, et seq.

The City of Linden will conduct and broadcast the bid opening in real time at Linden City Hall, 301 North Wood Avenue in the Council Conference Room, 2nd Floor of Linden City Hall. Offerors and the public have the option of remotely viewing the offer opening through a Google Meet conference with visual and audio capability. Offerors may join the virtual bid opening on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. by going to https://meet.google.com/aei-fiva-dps 

Contact Information

  • With questions regarding the opening process, please contact the City of Linden’s Purchasing Department by email at purchasing@linden-nj.gov. 
  • With technical support with the MuniVendor platform, please contact MuniVendor directly by email at vendorsupport@munivendor.com, or by phone at 732-354-1215 from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time.

Below is a list of the requests for qualifications of professional service contracts that are available beginning November 1, 2026.

  1. Special Legal Counsel Services Assigned to the Office of the Clerk

Jessica Slawinski, QPA
Purchasing Department
City of Linden

2026 City of Linden Summer Entertainment Series – Epic Soul

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Linden City Council, the Department of Parks & Recreation, the Department of Transportation and Properties, and Uptown Linden Inc.*, invite you to attend Epic Soul, part of the 2026 Summer Entertainment Series! Epic soul has been rescheduled to September 15, 2026.

Click here to view and/or download the 2026 Summer Entertainment Series flyer with entertainment schedule.

  • What: Come and enjoy the Summer Entertainment Series featuring Epic Soul.
  • When: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 from 7pm until 8:30pm.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free event. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional seating available for lawn chairs as space permits. In the event of possible rain, call 908-474-8604 after 3pm to verify if the concert will go on as scheduled. If canceled, concerts will be rescheduled for another date if possible. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

2026 City of Linden Summer Entertainment Series – Comedy Under the Stars

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Linden City Council, the Department of Parks & Recreation, the Department of Transportation and Properties, and Uptown Linden Inc.*, invite you to attend the 2026 Summer Entertainment Series – Comedy Under the Stars!

Click here to view and/or download the 2026 Summer Entertainment Series flyer with entertainment schedule.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.

  • What: Come and enjoy the Summer Entertainment Series featuring Comedy Under the Stars, with comedians Buddy Love, Sophia Negron and Kool Bubba Ice. The evening’s soundtrack provided by Linden’s very own DJ Mozart.
  • When: Thursday, September 17, 2026. Gates open at 6:30pm, showtime at 7pm.
  • Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free admission. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional seating available for lawn chairs as space permits. In the event of possible rain, call 908-474-8604 after 3pm to verify if the event will go on as scheduled. If canceled, the event will be rescheduled for another date if possible. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Sprouts Academy Daycare

On Thursday, August 4, 2026, Mayor Derek Armstead joined City Council Members and Board of Education Members for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the expansion of the Pre-K program at Sprouts Academy Daycare. The Mayor delivered remarks highlighting the dedication behind the project, which took two and a half years to complete. The facility features four brand-new Pre-K 3 classrooms and a new playground for the children to enjoy. The community looks forward to welcoming the students this fall.

The Linden Fire Department Recruitment Fair

Do you have what it takes to be a Linden firefighter? Join us for the Linden Fire Department Recruitment Fair; an exciting opportunity to learn about a career dedicated to servicing your community. Our recruitment fair is your chance to explore the rewarding world of firefighting and emergency response.

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

  • Who: Eligibility Requirements:
    • Must be between the ages of 18 and 34, a resident of Linden, U.S. Citizen, high school diploma or G.E.D., and valid NJ Driver License.
  • What: The Linden Fire Department Recruitment Fair; an exciting opportunity to learn about a career dedicated to servicing your community. Why choose us? The Linden Fire Department is all about servicing your community, competitive salary and benefits, ongoing training, advancement opportunities, and education reimbursement.
  • When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6pm.
  • Where: Linden Fire House No. 3, which is located at 1201 East Elizabeth Avenue.
  • How: Click here* to apply and to access registration and exam information. Deadline to apply is August 31, 2026 at 4pm.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.

Extended Summer Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation are excited to introduce our extended summer camp! The extension consists of two additional weeks. This camp will be available for children entering K-8.

Click here to view and/or download the Extended Summer Camp flyer.

  • Who: Children entering K-8
  • What: Extended summer camp. There are no trips scheduled for these additional weeks.
  • Where:
    • For K-2: McGillvray Park, which is located on Bedle Place off of Park Avenue.
    • For 3-5: Memorial Park, which is located on Tremley Point Road.
    • For 6-8: Wilson Park, which is located at 1100 Summit Terrace.
  • When: Monday through Friday from 8:30am until 5pm
    • Week 1: August 17 through August 21.
    • Week 2: August 24 through August 28
  • How: $75 for each week. You may register your child for one week or both! First-come, first-served. To register, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 908-474-8639.

City of Linden Noise Ordinance No. 2023-08

The City of Linden Noise Ordinance No.2023-08 exists to promote the health, safety, and welfare of all residents by minimizing unnecessary and excessive noise. Please be considerate of your neighbors and help keep out community peaceful, safe and enjoyable for everyone. Click here to view and/or download the City Noise Ordinance No. 2023-08 flyer with information pertaining to rules, regulations, noise duration limits and applicable fines.

  • Excessive loud vehicle stereos are among the most common noise complaints received by the City.
    • Motorcycles must have a muffler meeting federal standards (40 CFR Part 205)
    • Removing or disabling a vehicles noise-control equipment is unlawful.
  • Power tools, landscaping and yard maintenance equipment must be operated with a muffler and/or sound reduction device.
  • All motorized equipment and demolition activity (excluding emergency work) must be operated with a muffler and/or sound reduction device.
  • If your neighbors can clearly hear your music from distances of 25 feet and/or 50 feet, you may be in violation of the ordinance.
  • It is unlawful to allow any domesticated or caged animal to create a sound that unreasonably disturbs neighbors.
  • Violations of the Noise Ordinance (No. 2023-08) may result in summonses and fines. Click here to learn more.
  • If you are experiencing a noise issue, contact the Linden Police Department at 908-474-8500.
    • In case of emergency, call 9-1-1.