Due to a water main break at the Linden Public Library, the 3rd Ward Community Meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025, at 6:30 PM has been canceled. The meeting was set to take place at 130 E. Henry Street, Linden, NJ 07036.
I apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. I will be rescheduling the meeting, and a new date will be announced soon. Thank you for your patience, and I look forward to meeting with you soon.
This workshop is open to teens ages 15 to 19. If you are under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent.
Click here to view and/or download the NJSACOP Accreditation News Release.
Linden Mayor Derek Armstead and Police Chief David Hart announced today that the Linden Police Department has earned accreditation by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP).
NJSACOP Accreditation Program Director Harry J. Delgado, Ed.S. attended the City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 18 and presented the Department with its first ever accreditation certificate.
During his remarks, Dr. Delgado praised the leadership of Chief Hart through the accreditation process. “Under the leadership of Chief Hart, a high level of competence, leadership and professionalism is evident within the agency. Leading a large police department through this rigorous process, despite the many challenges in law enforcement today: budgets, manpower and emerging technologies and to have no issues found is simply remarkable!”
The NJSACOP Accreditation Program is a nationally-certified program designed to enhance professionalism and transparency in the state’s public safety system. To earn accreditation, agencies must demonstrate compliance with one hundred and twelve (112) professional standards that reflect the best practices for law enforcement in the state of New Jersey. The process includes a comprehensive self-analysis of agency policy and operations that culminates with an independent, on-site audit conducted by a team of assessors.
“This accreditation stands as a powerful testament to the enduring hard work and professionalism that have defined our police department, both since and prior to my taking office.” said Mayor Derek Armstead
Attaining and maintaining an accreditation is an ongoing commitment; only 54% of police departments statewide achieve accreditation status, and this achievement demonstrates a commitment by the entire Department, Governing Body, and citizens to uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in law enforcement.
“This is a very proud day for the Linden Police Department,” said Police Chief David Hart. “This accreditation recognizes the incredible efforts our men and women take each and every day to serve our community with honor, pride, and professionalism.”
Chief Hart specifically thanked Sergeant Leon Pastor, who served as the Department’s Accreditation Manager, as well as Mayor Armstead and the members of the Linden City Council, whose continued support of the Police Department and our initiatives were instrumental in this achievement.
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, April 4, 2025 at 4:30pm.
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Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this program.