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Double Dutch

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite third through eighth graders to join Double Dutch.

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

  • Who: Third through eighth grade.
  • What: Double Dutch is a creative and challenging sport. It’s a great source of exercise using 2-4 ropes. Jumping can improve heart health, balance and rhythm. Individuals will learn basics turning techniques, fancy trick movements and speed jumping. We invite you to have fun and challenge your skill level in competitive competitions. Practice as needed on Saturdays, field trips, and competitions will be notified in advance.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Mondays, 5:30pm until 7pm, December 4, 2023 through January 29, 2024.
    • No class on December 25, 2023
    • No class on January 1 and 15, 2024
  • How: $35, plus a $6 insurance fee (includes t-shirt and shorts). Click here to register online, or call (908) 474-8600. Practice as needed on Saturdays, field trips, and competitions will be notified in advance. No jewelry! Please bring your own water bottle

A Community Celebration – Youth and Family Fall Festival

Communities in Cooperation presents a community celebration with skill building workshops, giveaways, family assistance, gas, food cards, clothing, pop up shops and more and more.

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

  • Who: Union County residents.
  • What: A community celebration with skill building workshops for youths and adults, giveaways, family assistance, gas, food cards, clothing, pop up shops and more. Free dinner provided.
  • When: Friday, November 17, 2023 from 5pm until 7:30pm.
  • Where: Linden High School Gymnasium, which is located 121 West St. Georges Avenue.
  • How: Click here to register.

Third Annual Rec’s-Giving

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend the third annual Rec’s-Giving! Meals will be grab-and-go.

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

  • What: Rec’s-Giving. Providing dinner on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. One dinner per person. Meals will be grab-and-go.
  • Where: Linden Multi-Purpose Center, which is located at 1025 John Street.
  • When: Saturday, November 18, 2022 at 1pm.
  • How: First-come, first-served while supplies last. One dinner per person. Meals will be grab-and-go. For more information, please call (908) 474-8639.

Public Notice for the Request for Qualifications of Professional Service Contracts Beginning January 1, 2024.

Notice is hereby given that sealed submissions will be received by the Purchasing Agent, Jessica L Slawinski, of the City of Linden, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 10am, prevailing time, in 3rd Floor Planning Board Room, City Hall, City of Linden, 301 N. Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036 then publicly opened and read aloud for the following:

  1. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SERVICES
  2. GRANT WRITING SERVICES – GENERAL
  3. APPRAISAL SERVICES
  4. ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
  5. AUDIT CONSULTING SERVICES
  6. BOND COUNSEL SERVICES
  7. COURT REPORTING SERVICES
  8. DEFENSE COUNSEL FOR WORKERS COMPENSATION PROGRAM SERVICES FOR INSURANCE COMMISSION
  9. ENGINEERING SERVICES
  10. ENGINEERING TESTING SERVICES
  11. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
  12. FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES
  13. INSURANCE CONSULTANT BROKER SERVICES FOR FINANCE AND INSURANCE COMMISSION
  14. LAND SURVEYING AND TAX MAP REVISION SERVICES
  15. ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AT THE LINDEN LANDFILL
  16. LITIGATION DEFENSE COUNSEL SERVICES
  17. MEDICAL SERVICES
  18. PLANNING BOARD ATTORNEY SERVICES
  19. PLANNING BOARD PLANNER SERVICES
  20. PLANNING SERVICES
  21. ZONING BOARD ATTORNEY SERVICES
  22. SPECIAL BANKRUPTCY COUNSEL SERVICES
  23. SPECIAL TAX COUNSEL SERVICES
  24. SPECIAL TAX EXPERT WITNESSES APPRAISAL SERVICES
  25. PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
  26. SPECIAL COUNSEL SERVICES O.P.R.A.
  27. REDEVELOPMENT LITIGATION COUNSEL SERVICES
  28. PROJECT MANAGEMENT COORDINATION SERVICES
  29. TITLE SERVICES
  30. HOUSING REHABILITATION CONSULTING SERVICES
  31. INSURANCE COMMISSION ATTORNEY SERVICES
  32. RETIREMENT SERVICES “MASSMUTUAL” (EMPOWER)
  33. RETIREMENT SERVICES “VOYA FINANCIAL”
  34. REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLANNING & AFFORDABLE HOUSING SERVICES
  35. SPECIAL COUNSEL SERVICES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO AVIATION MATTERS, MUNICIPAL PORT AUTHORITY MATTERS, ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS AND LABOR COUNSEL
  36. CONSULTING SERVICES FOR LINDEN FIRST EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM
  37. TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES
  38. BANKING SERVICES
  39. BANKING SERVICES AND COVERAGE OF PAYROLL EXPENSES
  40. WEBSITE SERVICES
  41. LITIGATION DEFENSE COUNSEL SERVICES FOR THE INSURANCE FUND COMMISSION
  42. GRANT WRITING SERVICES – TRANSPORTATION
  43. AVIATION ENGINEERING SERVICES
  44. COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT SERVICES
  45. CREDIT CARD PROCESSING SERVICES
  46. INSURANCE CONSULTANT BROKER SERVICES FOR FINANCE AND INSURANCE COMMISSION – DENTAL ONLY
  47. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
  48. MUNICIPAL MARKETING SERVICES
  49. CYBERSECURITY CONSULTING SERVICES
  50. VOICE OVER IP (VOIP) MIGRATION & SUPPORT SERVICES
  51. BOARD OF HEALTH ATTORNEY SERVICES
  52. BOARD OF HEALTH LEAD INSPECTION 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, 1 st Floor, Linden, NJ 07036.

Standardized submission requirements and selection criteria are on file and available in the Purchasing Department, City Hall, 301 N. Wood Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036. Submission packages may also be downloaded on the The City of Linden’s website on this page.

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).

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 RFQ Notice for 2023, click here.
  • To see all active RFQ and job opportunities with the City of Linden, including those in the notice above, click here.

Cybersecurity Warning for Linden Residents; Active Info-Stealer Campaigns Are Targeting Facebook Users

Cybercriminals are using Facebook ads to distribute malware and hijack users’ social media accounts, researchers have discovered.

What’s an info-stealer?

Info-stealers are malware that enable hackers to steal victims’ browser cookies and take over Facebook accounts. Once inside the account, hackers can change passwords and activate additional security measures on accounts to completely deny access to the legitimate owner, allowing cybercriminals to commit fraud.

How does this happen?

This happens when hackers exploit legitimate tools for online ad distribution and insert infected links into typical advertisements. To entice users into clicking, campaigns often offer “provocative enticements”, which in this case, contained lewd images. Each click on the ad instantly downloads the malicious file to the victim’s device. Researchers estimate that nearly 100,000 users downloaded the malware in just 10 days.

What should we do?

Be extra vigilant when using any social media platforms, and make sure to connect only with people you know. Be weary of friend requests and messages from unknown people, especially when they ask you to click on a link or download a file. Before clicking on any ads, go to the company’s website to verify ad claims, such as discounts or special offers.

Let’s all remain vigilant of these and similar scams. Please refrain from answering unsolicited or unexpected communications. Additionally, do not provide personal or financial information or transfer money, especially in cryptocurrency, to unverified entities.

What should I do if I am hacked?

Incidents should be reported on https://www.cyber.nj.gov/report (the NJCCIC Cyber Incident Report Form), and https://www.ic3.gov (the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center), and to the Linden Police Department at 908 474 8502.

Fire Drill at the John T. Gregorio Center

Mayor Derek Armstead, the Linden Fire Department, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite the JTG seniors to participate in a Fire Drill to be fully knowledgeable of best practices in the event of a fire in the building.

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

  • Who: For JTG seniors.
  • What: Fire Drill.
  • Where: The multi-purpose room at the John T. Gregorio Center, which is located at 330 Helen Street.
  • When: Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 12:30pm

Linden Recreation Tiger Cubs Basketball

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to attend tryouts for the Linden Recreation Tiger Cubs Basketball.

  • Who: Fourth through eighth grade girls and boys.
  • What: Linden Recreation Tiger Cubs Basketball tryouts.
  • When & Where: Monday, October 30 through Friday, November 3, 2023.
    • Click here for full tryout schedule for different grades; time slots and locations.
  • How: To sign up for any tryout please click here to register, or call 908-474-8600

2023 Annual Community Harvest Event

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, the Department of Parks & Recreation and Morning Star Community Christian Center are pleased to offer a safe alternative to trick or treating at the 2023 Annual Community Harvest Party.

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

  • Who: Fun for the entire family.
  • What: 2023 Annual Community Harvest Party, a safe alternative to trick or treating. Come and enjoy candy, prizes, contests and games!
  • Where: Linden PAL Building, which is located at 400 Maple Avenue.
  • When: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 from 4pm until 7pm.
  • How: Click here to pre-register, or call 908-474-8600 or 908-474-8639. Face masks not required, but appreciated. Candy donations can be dropped at the Linden Multi-Purpose Center (1025 John Street) or the John T. Gregorio Center (330 Helen Street).

2023 NJ Statewide Reentry Conference

Communities In Cooperation Inc. and Interfaith Action Movement present the 2023 NJ Statewide Reentry Conference. Empowering service provider collaboratives. We are stronger together.

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

  • What: New Jersey Statewide Reentry Conference. Empowering service provider collaboratives. We are stronger together. Hear from the top leaders of NJDOC, NJDCA, NJDOL, NJSP and more special guests! Lunch provided.
  • When: November 9, 2023 from 10:30am until 2:30pm.
  • Where: Trenton War Memorial, which is located 1 Memorial Drive, Trenton, NJ 08608.
  • How: Click here to register.