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The Gary Letizia Memorial Blood Drive

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and New York Blood Services invite you to donate blood to save a life. In honor of the late Gary Letizia. Be the reason for someone’s tomorrow.

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

  • What: Blood drive. Gary Letizia was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 68. If not for the countless gallons of donated blood that kept him valiantly battling cancer, we wouldn’t have been able to create those extra memories that final year. Please consider donating so that someone else’s loved one may receive that same precious gift of time. – Dr. Matt Letizia.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Monday, June 16, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Self-Defense Class

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer a self-defense class hosted by the Linden Police Department. The self-defense community event taught by certified instructors will provide our residents the opportunity to learn essential standing and ground skills to stay safe and confident.

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

  • Who: Ages 18 and up.
  • What: Self-defense class hosted by the Linden Police Department. This class is open to all adults, including seniors, who want to learn practical skills to feel safer and confident. Participants should be able to engage in light physical activity, such as standing or basic movements, to fully benefit from the class. Seniors with more advanced mobility challenges are warmly invited to join as spectators.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 5pm until 7:30pm.
  • How: To register online click here, or call the Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-474-8600. Free for Members. Non-Member fee is $6.

Summer XC – Track Conditioning Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program.

  • Who: Grades 6 through 12.
  • What: Summer XC/Track Conditioning Program. The focus of this program is to begin conditioning for the upcoming athletic year. There will be a focus on drills, stretches, strength training and running. Be sure to bring sneakers, athletic clothing and water!
  • When: 8am until 10am, Monday through Thursday (weather permitting), beginning July 7 through July 31, 2025.
  • Where: Linden Field House at Tiger Stadium, which is located at 700 West Curtis Street.
  • How: 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. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. For more information, call 908-474-8600.

2025 Linden Tigers – Summer Baseball Camp

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the 2025 Linden Tigers – Summer Baseball Camp.

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

  • Who: For boys ages 5 through 14.
  • What: Baseball Camp for boys, with instructors Craig Goldberg (LHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach), Xavier Krok (LHS Varsity Baseball Assistant Coach), Dan O’Lear (LHS Varsity Assistant Baseball Coach) and the Linden High School Varsity Baseball Players.
  • Where: Memorial Field (next to the P.A.L. Fields), which is located at 55 Lower Road.
  • When: 9am until 12pm, from July 21 through July 24.
    • Rain date: Thursday, July 25.
  • How: Registration fee is $30 per person. 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 9am until 7pm at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street). Online registration available 24/7. All locations accept checks, money orders, Visa and Mastercard. Community Center Building is the only center to accept exact cash. Make checks payable to: Linden Recreation Baseball. All first time registrants are required to call during business hours to have an account set up. Birth certificate and proof of residency is required if new to our programs. For more information, call 908-474-8600 or email here.
  • What to bring to camp: Water, baseball glove, baseball bat, baseball cleats, hat, lunch, sunscreen, and shorts and towel for the slip-N-slide.

Senior Citizen Bowling

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Senior Citizen Bowling!

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

  • Who: For Linden Senior Residents.
  • What: Senior Citizen Bowling!
  • Where: Jersey Lanes which is located at 30 Park Avenue. Pick up and drop off will take place at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Wednesdays, June 4 through August 27, from 1pm until 3pm.
  • How: Fee for program is $5. Must be a Recreation Senior Citizen Member to register. The fee includes 2 hours of bowling time, transportation and shoes. Pick up and drop off will take place at the JTG center.

Cybercriminals Impersonate NJ MVC in Recent SMS Text Phishing Messages

Over the last week, the New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) received several incident reports from NJ residents regarding an SMS text phishing (SMiShing) scam impersonating the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

These messages claim that the user has an outstanding traffic ticket and payment is due. If not paid by May 29, the user will have their vehicle registration and driving privileges suspended, receive a toll booth charge increase, and their credit score will be impacted. The URL displayed in the message includes “ezpassnj” and “.gov” in an attempt to appear legitimate. The message itself does not allow the user to click the included link directly but instead instructs them to reply to the message with “Y” and reopen the message to click the link or to copy the URL to their browser. These links lead to fraudulent websites that attempt to extract personally identifiable information, financial details, or account credentials.

This SMiShing scheme is similar to others that have circulated impersonating NJ toll services and EZ-Pass claiming the user has an outstanding toll that needs to be paid to avoid a late fee.

  • NJ MVC – The NJ MVC only sends text messages to remind residents about scheduled MVC appointments. It does not send text messages regarding driver’s licenses or vehicle registration status.
  • New Jersey E-ZPass – NJ E-ZPass does not send unsolicited text messages to collect payments. If your account is in collections and being handled by Credit Collection Services, you may receive text messages from Credit Collection Services regarding your account. Their text message will list a phone number, their website www.ccspayment.com, and reference a file number.
This image is a screenshot illustrating how cybercriminals attempted to impersonate the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.

Notice RE New Job 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 Friday, June 13, 2025 at 4:30pm.

  • Two (2) Full-time Truck Driver (Tier 2) positions available in the Department of Public Works.
  • Two (2) Full-time Mechanic (Tier 2) positions, in the Department of Public Works.
  • One (1) Full-time Violations Clerk position available in the Municipal Court.
  • Two (2) Part-time Clerk 1 positions available in the Municipal Court.
  • One (1) Full-time Clerk 1 position available in the office of Business Administrator.

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

2025 Bike Rodeo

Do you want to learn about bicycle safety? Come join us for the Linden Police Department Fifth Annual Bike Rodeo! Bike giveaway’s, helmet fittings, ice-cream truck, pizza and snacks! Sponsors include Andy’s Cycles, New Jersey Cycles, Walmart, and Pasquale’s Pizzeria IV.

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

  • Who: Open to all ages.
  • What: 2025 Bike Rodeo! Bike giveaway’s, helmet fittings, ice-cream truck, pizza and snacks!With the summer months ahead, bicycle safety is an important topic to discuss. Bring a decorated bicycle and helmet for a chance to win a prize! Join us for the Fastest Time Around the Pond Contest!
  • Where: Wilson Park, which is located at 1100 Summit Terrace.
  • When: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 3:30pm.
  • How: Free entry. With questions, contact the Traffic Bureau at 908-474-8505.

Union County Utility Assistance Day

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) is hosting a Union County Utility Assistance Day.

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

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

  • What: Union County Utility Assistance Day. Need help with utility bills? This event will connect you with free utility grant programs!
  • When: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:30am until 2pm.
  • Where: John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • How: Free community event. To register or for more information call us at 800-510-3102.

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications/Proposals for Waste Management and Recycling Consulting Services

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQ/RFP) of Professional Service Contracts beginning June 1, 2025. 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 Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. 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. Waste Management & Recycling Consulting Services

Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS, 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 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)

Any RFQ/RFP Addenda will be issued on the website and processed in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A11- 23(c)(1). All interested respondents should check the website from now through RFQ/RFP opening. It is the sole responsibility of the respondent to be knowledgeable of all addenda related to this procurement.

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 RFP Notice, click here.
  • To see all active RFP and job opportunities with the City of Linden, including those in the notice above, click here.