Ordinances 69-28 and 69-29
Ordinances 69-28 and 69-29 will not be voted upon at the August City Council meeting and will instead be tabled for discussion and action at a future council meeting.
Author: City of Linden
Blossoming Bowlers 5
Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to offer Blossoming Bowlers 5, in cooperation with the Linden Police Department. Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! Registration required.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
- Who: Free bowling outing for all Union County special needs families.
- What: Blossoming Bowlers 5, Let’s “strike up some fun,” and celebrate family bowling at Jersey Lanes! This program is funded by the NJ Department of Community Affairs ROID Grant (Recreational Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities). Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present.
- Where: Jersey Lanes, which is located at 30 Park Avenue.
- When: Saturday, August 30 from 2pm until 4pm.
- How: Registration required. Click here to register. Each participant can bring family members for music, food, and fun. Students that are sensitive to noise, please bring headsets as there will be a DJ present. For more information, email here or call (908) 474-8600.
NJDEP Blue Acres Program – Buyout Guidance Consultations
In response to the recent flash flooding on July 14, 2025, NJDEP Blue Acres is offering in-person and online opportunities for homeowners to learn about the voluntary buyout process. These consultations provide personalized buyout guidance and support to those affected by the floods.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for The Blue Acres Buyout Process.
- What: In-person and online opportunities for homeowners to learn about the voluntary buyout process. The NJDEP Blue Acres consultations provide personalized buyout guidance and support to those affected by the floods.
- When & Where:
- In Person – Thursday, August 14 from 5:30pm until 7pm, at the Rahway Public Library, 2 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, New Jersey, 07065
- Virtual – Wednesday, August 20 from 6pm until 8pm
- Virtual – Tuesday, August 26 from 6pm until 8pm
- In Person – Wednesday, August 27 from 5:30pm until 7pm, at the North Plainfield Library, 6 Rockview Avenue, North Plainfield, New Jersey, 07060
- How: Registration is required for the virtual events. Click here to learn more about the Blue Acres program or to register for the virtual events. If you are unable to attend any of these scheduled events, please contact NJDEP by email here, or call 609-940-4140 to arrange a video or phone call at a time that works best for you.
The City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival!
Mayor Derek Armstead, Council President Michele Yamakaitis, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Union County and the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union present the City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival. Bringing the Polish community together for one big event!
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
- Who: Fun for all ages!
- What: The City of Linden 6th Annual 2025 Polish Festival! Honorary Patronage of the Consulate of the Republic of Poland in New York. Special Event Slavic Invasion, Live Polish Music and DJ, Children’s Activities, Authentic Polish Food, Beer and Wine Tent, Polish Vendors. Bringing the Polish community together for one big event!
- When: Saturday, September 20, from 2pm until 7pm. Rain: date September 21.
- Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
- How: Free event. For information, please contact: Council President Michele Yamakaitis at 908-494-0880 or Danuta Lisowska at 908-601-8598. If you are looking to participate in the festival, please call 908-290-5446.
The City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival Vendor Information – Food
Mayor Derek Armstead, Council President Michele Yamakaitis, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Union County and the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union are pleased to host the City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 2pm until 7pm.
Rain date: September 21, 2025.
The vendor registration deadline for the 2025 Polish Festival is August 22, 2025.
2025 Vendor Information – Food
Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway 2025
Mayor Derek Armstead in collaboration with the Mayor’s Youth Commission, Communities In Cooperation, Inc, Department of Parks & Recreation, Local Businesses, and Community Based Partners present Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway!
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
- Who: Linden’s School age residents.
- What: Mayor’s Backpack Giveaway. Children must be present to receive a bag. One bag per child. While supplies last! There will also be a special guest performance by Saul Paul.
- When: Monday, August 25, 2025 from 5pm until 7pm.
- Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue. Check in starts at the rear in CVS parking lot.
- How: Complete form below to register. Proof of Linden residency will be required at check in to receive a ticket for a bag. One bag per child. While supplies last!
Santa Breakfast 2025
The City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival Vendor Information – Non Food
Mayor Derek Armstead, Council President Michele Yamakaitis, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden, the Department of Parks and Recreation, Union County and the Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union are pleased to host the City of Linden 2025 Polish Festival on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 2pm until 7pm.
Rain date: September 21, 2025.
The vendor registration deadline for the 2025 Polish Festival is August 22, 2025.
2025 Vendor Information – Non Food
2025 Latin Festival
Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden Inc. and the Department of Parks & Recreation presents the Linden 2025 Latin Festival. Bringing the Latin community together for one big event!
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
- Who: Fun for all ages!
- What: Latin Festival. Vendors, food, live music, DJ and karaoke, dance contest, ISPW wrestling event for the kids, and an Auto and bike show competition sponsored by RIX magazine! Also visit our beer and wine garden. The Auto and Bike Show will take place in parking lot behind CVS.
- When: Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 12pm until 7pm. This is a rain or shine event.
- Where: Linden City Hall, which is located at 301 North Wood Avenue.
- How: Linden Latin Festival is looking for vendors, call Mikki at 908-718-5831.
- Click here for 2025 Latin Festival Vendor Information – Non Food.
- Click here for 2025 Latin Festival Vendor Information – Food.
Outdoor Dining at the Promenade – Rescheduled
Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation, and Uptown Linden presents Outdoor Dining at the Promenade.
Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for this event.
- What: Outdoor Dining at the Promenade. Join us under the tents and enjoy dining “al fresco”. Delicious food, mixed drinks, live DJ music and karaoke. Fun for the whole family! Featuring music by DJ Faz.
- When: Thursday, August 14, from 6pm until 9:30pm.
- Where: Raymond Wood Bauer Promenade, which is located at 400 North Wood Avenue.
- How: All vendor food plates one size, one price! Only $10, food from local Linden restaurants and food trucks will be available, and dine under tents in the Promenade!
Union County Launches Emergency Home Repair Grant Program for Seniors Impacted by July Storms
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is launching the Storm-Related Emergency Home Repair Grant Program to assist senior homeowners affected by the severe storms that hit the region on July 3rd and July 14th.
This grant is available to Union County residents aged 62 and older who own and occupy a single- or two-family home that sustained damage from the recent storms. Eligible low- to moderate- income homeowners can receive up to $10,000 in funding to help cover necessary repairs—and the grant does not need to be repaid.
“After such devastating weather events, it’s vital that our seniors feel safe and supported in their own homes,” said Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “This program is a direct investment in their recovery and in the stability of our communities. We want to make sure no one is left behind.”
To qualify, homeowners must be current on their mortgage and property taxes. Once an application is submitted, an inspection will be conducted to determine the scope of repairs needed, and a cost estimate will be prepared to establish the grant amount.
For homeowners who may need additional support beyond the $10,000 grant, Union County also offers the Home Improvement Program, which provides interest-free loans with no repayment required until the property is sold or transferred. This program is available to all income-eligible residents, regardless of age.
For more information or to begin the application process, please click here or contact Development Directions, LLC at (732) 382-8100.
- Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer for Storm-Related Emergency Home Repair Grant Program.
- Click here to view and/or download the Union County Board of Commissioners Press Release for the Emergency Home Repair Grant Program for Seniors Impacted by July Storms.