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Author: City of Linden

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 Friday, May 16, 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.

Linden Fire Department to Host Annual Junior Fire Academy

Registration for the Linden Fire Department’s 2025 Junior Fire Academy is now open! “The Junior Fire Academy provides an opportunity to educate the recruits about the Linden Fire Department, the services we provide and enlighten them on the possibility of a future career in firefighting,” said Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Brady.

  • Who: Available to Linden students graduating 7th and 8th grades.
  • What: Linden Fire Department Junior Fire Academy. Learn about the Linden Fire Department and explore a future career in Firefighting! Receive basic training in physical fitness, department operations, fire science, HazMat, first-aid and CPR. Demonstrations include Engine and Ladder Truck Operations, Rope Rescue, Car Extrication, HazMat and more!
  • When: June 24 through June 27, 2025 from 8am until 3pm.
  • How: Click here to view and/or download the flyer and application for the Linden Fire Department’s Junior Fire Academy. Applications are also available at Fire Headquarters, which is located at 302 South Wood Avenue. The deadline for applications is Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3pm. Applications must be dropped off at Linden Fire Headquarters. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Deputy Chief Kevin Brady via email, or call (908) 474-4550.

Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish’s 100th Anniversary celebration

St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish Celebrates Centennial Anniversary in Linden.

Linden, NJ, May 1, 2025 The Parish of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus marked a significant milestone on Sunday, April 27th, celebrating its 100th anniversary with a jubilant Mass held at the church. The centennial celebration continued with a special reception at The Grand in Totowa.

Mayor Derek Armstead proudly recognized this enduring congregation for its century of service to the Linden community. “For the past 100 years, the St. Theresa community has been an integral and deeply valued part of our City,” Mayor Armstead noted. “Their contributions, both spiritual and communal, have enriched the lives of countless residents.”

In honor of this momentous anniversary, official resolutions were presented to the Pastor of St. Theresa, Reverend Ireneusz Pierzchala. These recognitions came from the City of Linden, presented by Council President Michele Yamakaitis; the County of Union, delivered by County Commissioner Joseph Bodek; and the State Senate, conveyed by Union County Surrogate Christopher Hudak.

Founded in 1925, St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish has served as a cornerstone of the Linden community, initially established to meet the spiritual and educational needs of the Polish immigrant population. Over the past century, the parish has grown into a diverse and vibrant faith community, holding a special place in the hearts of generations of Linden residents.

The City of Linden extends its heartfelt congratulations to St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish on this remarkable achievement and wishes them another 100 years of faith, service, and community spirit. Sto Lat!

Click here to view and/or download the press release for the event. Click here to view and/or download the photo from the event.

Nixle Upgrade – Critical & Time Sensitive Information

Everbridge is the company that owns Nixle, which the City of Linden uses to push critical alerts to Linden residents. Everbridge is deprecating the current legacy Nixle system in use, which means that residents will need to sign up to receive general and emergency notifications through Everbridge.

The new system includes enhanced features and customization, enabling residents to receive the messages they want and ignore the ones that are not relevant. It also allows residents to choose to receive information via text, email, push notifications, or all of the above!

Unfortunately, everyone will need to register for an Everbridge account, even if you are currently receiving Nixle alerts. The transition is expected to be completed on or about June 1, 2025, but there is no need to worry; all users will still receive Nixle alerts throughout the transition period.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

  • Download and Install the Everbridge App directly from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android). The links will take you directly to the Everbridge App.
  • Register for an Everbridge account. You can find our organization by typing “07036” in the search bar and clicking on the Linden Police Department logo.
  • Login and manage your subscriptions under the “My Subscriptions ” tab.

You can also click here or on the button below to register directly on the Everbridge website.

Click here to register for an Everbridge account directly on their website!

Human Services Launches New Lock Feature on EBT Cards to Protect Against Benefit Theft

On April 4, 2025, Human Services announced a new security feature that allows individuals who receive cash and food assistance benefits to lock their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards to protect against the national problem of skimming. Residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) benefits can use the new EBT Lock/Unlock tool on the NJFamiliesFirst.com website or the ConnectEBT app to lock their EBT cards when they are not in use. Choosing the “Lock My Card Everywhere” option blocks all purchases while your card is locked. Residents will still receive benefits or refunds – even if their card is locked – but no online or in-store purchases can be made. Click here to view the full press release in English. Click here to view the full press release in Spanish.

  • Click here to view and/or download instructions on how to lock your Families First EBT Card and protect your family from theft – English.
  • Click here to view and/or download instructions on how to lock your Families First EBT Card and protect your family from theft – Spanish.

Additional Resources: NJHELPS and NJSNAP.

Show Me the Resources: Small Business Week Resource Fair

Join us for an in-person Small Business Week Resource Fair hosted by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA).

  • What: Show me the Resources! Small Business Week Resource Fair. Join us for an in-person Small Business Week Resource Fair hosted by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and statewide partners. Learn about resources available for small businesses, including programs through the NJEDA, New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC), New Jersey Small Business Development Center (NJSBDC), and more. Meet with representatives from the NJEDA’s Small Business Services team, other relevant NJEDA departments, and key statewide resource partners.
  • When: Tuesday, May 6, from 9am until 12pm.
  • Where: Brower Student Center Room 100 at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), which is located at 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing Township, NJ 08628.
  • How: Click here to register for the event.

Show Me the Resources: NJEDA Small Business Week Webinar

  • What: Show me the Resources! Small Business Week Resource Webinar. In celebration of National Small Business Week, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority‘s (NJEDA) Small Business Services Team will offer a review of available resources for small business owners in New Jersey.
  • When: Thursday, May 8, from 5pm until 6pm.
  • Where: Virtual Event.
  • How: Click here to register for the event.

3rd Ward Garage Sale – Permit Fee Waived

The City of Linden is hosting a 3rd Ward Garage Sales, with no permit required on:

  • May 3 and 4, 2025.
    • Rain Date: May 4, 2025
    • Residents who wish to participate can register with Councilwoman Caldwell directly by calling 908-531-0676.
    • Click here to view and/or download the 3rd Ward Garage Sale flyer for May 3, 2025.
  • August 2 and 3, 2025.
  • Click here to view the list of all Linden Authorized Garage Sales.

Notice RE May 1, 2025 Special Planning Board Meeting

Please take notice that on May 1, 2025 in accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975 the Planning Board of the City of Linden will conduct a special meeting at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held in person. Registration is not required for this meeting. At this meeting the Board will hear introduction of the Ordinance 69-28 & Ordinance 69-29. All documents can be reviewed on the City website here.

Dorothy Kotowski,
City of Linden Planning Board Secretary

Haitian Heritage Month Celebration

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, Linden Public Schools, and the New Jersey-Haiti Partners would like to cordially invite you to experience a taste of Haiti.

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

  • What: Haitian Heritage Month Celebration. We would like to cordially invite you to experience a taste of Haiti. Music, culture, dancers, food vendors, raffles, and more!
  • When & Where: The city of linden will be hosting celebrations throughout the month:
    • Haitian Heroes Banners and flag poles decoration. Thursday, May 1 at North Wood Avenue.
    • Senior Luncheon. Monday, May 12, from 11:30am until 1pm at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
    • Flag raising and Celebration day. Sunday, May 18, from 4pm until 8pm at the Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
    • Senior Breakfast (Kozé Lakay). Saturday, May 31, from 9:30am until 11:30am at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • How: For more information call (814) 688-8258, (908) 372-4131.