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Author: City of Linden

Black History Month Celebration

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Linden Cultural & Heritage Committee are pleased to invite the Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the City of Linden.

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

  • Who: Linden community (children and adults).
  • What: Black History Month Celebration. We invite our Linden community to join us in recognizing the accomplishments of African Americans in the city of Linden. There will be food, fun, music, dancing, theatrical performances, vendors, activities for kids and door prizes.
  • Where: Linden Multi Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Friday, February 21 from 5:30pm until 8:30pm.

Youth Mentoring Sign-Up Meeting

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Communities In Cooperation, Inc invite you and your friends to join the Union County Mentoring Program Pizza Party Enrollment. Enrollment this Tuesday, February 11, from 4:30 pm until 6pm. The enrollment is easy and only takes 10 minutes to complete. 

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

  • Who: Ages 8 and 16.
  • What: Youth Mentoring Sign-Up Meeting. Today, we invite you and your friends to join Communities In Cooperation, Inc. Union County Mentoring Program Pizza Party. Enroll your child to help develop essential life skills, make new friends and connect with peers, engage in fun and interactive activities. and be part of a community committed to making a difference!
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 4:30 pm until 6 pm.
  • How: The enrollment is easy and only takes 10 minutes to complete. For more information call 908-290-3107. If you can’t make it, you can schedule a 10 minute appointment during the following time:
    • Monday, February 10 from 10am until 4pm.
    • Tuesday, February 11 from 11am until 5pm.
    • Wednesday, February 12 from 10am until 4pm.
    • Thursday and Friday, February 13 and 14 from 10am until 2pm.

The Linden Recreation Dance Program

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer the Linden Recreation Dance Program, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves!

  • Who: Ages 4 through 18.
  • What: Dance classes, directed by Coach Fonda. Unleash your moves! Classes include Hip-Hop, Jazz and Ballet.
  • Where: Linden High School, which is located at 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
  • When: March 10, 2025 through June 14, 2025.
    • Mondays
      • Ballet – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
      • Jazz – Ages 8 through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
      • Ballet – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm through 8pm.
    • Wednesdays
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 4 through 7 from 5pm until 5:45pm.
      • Ballet – through 11 from 5:45pm until 6:30pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 12 through 14 from 6:30pm until 7:15pm.
      • Hip-Hop – Ages 15 through 18 from 7:15pm until 8pm.
  • How: Register January 10 through March 10, 2025. Click here to register. Cost is a $50 one-time payment fee, plus a $6 insurance fee.

Youth University – Postponed

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Youth University.

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

  • Who: Children. Must be registered with the Recreation Department.
  • What: A youth program. The purpose of this program is to provide safe constructive environment for students during after school hours. The aim is to extend learning beyond the classroom, promote positive youth development, enhance academic achievement, and keep children engaged in meaningful and productive activities.
  • Where: Wilson Park Recreation Center (1100-1198 Summit Terrace), 8th Ward Building (2100 Bedle Pl), and 7th Ward Building (2907 Tremley Point Rd).
  • When: *This program has been postponed. New dates to be announced.

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, February 14, 2025 at 4:30pm.

  • One (1) Full time Truck Driver Tier 2 (PW) position, in the Department of Community Service, the Division of Public Works.
  • Three (3) Full time Labor (Tier 2) positions, in the Department of Community Service, the Division of Public Works.
  • One (1) Full time Mechanic (Tier 2) position, in the Department of Community Service.
  • Two (2) Full time Assistant Engineer positions available in the Department of Engineering.
  • One (1) Full time Clerk 1 position available in the Construction Code Department.

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

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications for Zoning Board Attorney Services

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications of Professional Service Contracts beginning March 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 Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 11:00 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. Zoning Board Attorney 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 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 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 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.

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.

  • What: Blood drive.
  • Where: 7th Ward Recreation Center, which is located at 2897 Tremeley Point Road.
  • When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 1pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to make an appointment. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins welcome!

Rental Property Registration

Rental Property Registration; applicable only for buildings with four (4) or less dwelling units under one (1) roof. Click here to view, fill out and submit the Rental Property Registration form online.

Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs – Free Webinar

The NJ Business Action Center (NJBAC), in conjunction with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), and Rutgers Business School, is hosting a free webinar session with Greg Winter, Esq., an experienced attorney and former U.S. Patent and Trademark Office examiner. This webinar provides tools and insights entrepreneurs need to protect their innovations and strengthen their businesses.