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NJ Department of Community Affairs and the Comprehensive Eviction Defense and Diversion (CEDD) can help with rental assistance programs, social services support, expanded access to legal counsel, general information about landlord-tenant rights and responsibilities. To connect to your local CEDD provider, click here (English), click here (Spanish), scan the QR code from the flyer or email here.

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  • Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer in English.
  • Click here to view and/or download the informational flyer in Spanish.

Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, and the Department of Parks & Recreation presents the Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival!

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

  • What: Linden 8th Ward Reunion Community Festival, featuring DJ Qua with Kyle Smith, Rich Harris and Doughboy. Also featuring Monique Bingham performing “We Had a Thing”, “Deep in the Bottom”, and “Flight”. Food trucks, game trucks, vendors! Bring your lawn chairs, and good energy!
  • When: Saturday, August 9, from 3pm until 8pm.
  • Where: St. Marks (Dorothy Ford Park) which is located at 1298 Hussa Street.
  • How: For more information, contact the Department of Parks & Recreation at 908-474-8600.

2025 Latin Festival Vendor Information – Non Food

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden Inc. and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to host the 2025 Latin Festival on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 12pm until 7pm.
Rain date: October 11, 2025.

The vendor registration deadline for the 2025 Latin Festival is September 26, 2025.

2025 Vendor Information – Non Food

2025 Latin Festival Vendor Information – Food

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden, Uptown Linden Inc. and the Department of Parks & Recreation are pleased to host the 2025 Latin Festival on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 12pm until 7pm.
Rain date: October 11, 2025.

The vendor registration deadline for the 2025 Latin Festival is September 26, 2025.

2025 Vendor Information – Food

Rain Storm in Linden Causes Flood & Damages

The City of Linden was hit by an epic rain storm yesterday, causing major flooding and damage to homes and vehicles in residential areas. At least 5.08 inches of rain fell in Linden within several hours, according to reports from North Jersey Weather Observers.

Although no injuries or casualties were reported, residential property damage to homes and cars was the number one post storm complaint. In some cases, the Linden Fire Department was forced to deploy an inflatable rescue craft to aid in resident retrieval due to rising waters and impassable streets. “Yesterday’s flooding was primarily the result of the intense rains being greater than the 100-Year Storm.” said Nicholas Pantina, Linden’s City Engineer. “Increased impervious surfaces in residential neighborhoods, resulting from redevelopment in these areas, create additional stormwater runoff, which contributes to increased street flooding before entering storm-sewer systems.”

Unlike redevelopment in residential and green areas, major redevelopment projects in non-residential areas, such as apartment complexes, commercial, and industrial developments under PILOT programs, require developers to build onsite infrastructure to manage increased stormwater stress based on findings from project-specific Stormwater Management Reports prior to approval. This process ensures that major redevelopment projects do not cause strain to existing stormwater infrastructure.

Linden’s first responders, Police, Fire, and EMS, were commended by residents and officials for their quick, selfless response. Councilman Alfred Rodriguez (9th Ward) joined Mayor Armstead surveying storm damage. “We owe so much to our first responders for their tireless work keeping residents safe,” said Councilman Eloy Delgado (6th Ward). “Seeing neighbors help neighbors on hard-hit streets like Clinton, 13th, 12th, Emma and others was inspiring. This community spirit is why I love Linden.”

Linden residents who need guidance related to the storm aftermath should contact the Mayor’s office at (908) 474-8493.

City of Linden Fire Department on rafts - July 14 2025 Flood.

July 15th Rainstorm Aftermath

Residents are encouraged to help the city by clearing any debris from catch basins near their homes. With more rain projected this week, staying weather-aware is essential. Residents who experienced damage to their property should begin the process of contacting their insurance carrier and safely remove any damaged property.

In the past, federal disaster declarations were essential to making assistance programs available for residents. There is currently no disaster declaration for in our area, therefore, monetary assistance programs are not available at this time.

Individuals living in flood prone areas should take common sense precautions and monitor conditions for potential flooding. It is advisable to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, as the national weather service will issue flood warnings if necessary. All NWS warnings affecting Linden will be automatically broadcast through the Everbridge App, and they will be available on various weather apps and local news sources. Everbridge emergency messaging will be used in life-threatening situations.

To sign up for the Everbridge emergency alerts, please click here.

Report non-emergency incidents, such as wires or trees down or other calls that do not endanger persons to the Linden Central Dispatch at (908) 474-8500. Report all emergencies, such as sparking wires, trees into homes or buildings, utility emergencies, people trapped in flood water, etc., by calling 9-1-1. As a reminder, do not rely on email or social media to report these issues, even if they see minor or non-emergent. Please always call the non-emergency number if you are concerned and don’t believe it is an emergency warranting a 9-1-1 call.

Residents should report any utility or utility outages directly to the contact points below.

  • Report power outages to PSE&G at 1-800-436-7734. Download the PSE&G mobile app to report outages and receive information on restoration times, crew locations, and more. Register with myalerts to receive text messages at PSEG.com/outagecenter Report any outage and receive status updates by texting OUT to 4PSEG (47734), on the PSE&G app, or at pseg.com/myaccount
  • Elizabethtown Gas Company 1-800-242-5830
  • New Jersey American water 1-800-272-1325
  • Comcast 1-800-266-2278 
  • Verizon FiOS 1-888-438-3467 
  • Verizon 1-800-827-4966

Cancelled – July 14, 2025 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting

Please take notice that the City of Linden, Zoning Board of Adjustment’s scheduled meeting on Monday, July 14, 2025 has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. All business scheduled for this meeting will be conducted at the next scheduled meeting without further notice. The next Zoning Board meeting will be held on September 8, 2025. For any questions, contact Board Secretary Daniel Sobolewski at zoningboard@linden-nj.gov.