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NJ American Water work on Kent Place Blvd begins April 6

NJ American Water replacing 4060 ft of aging water-main lines beginning April 6 for next three months, Mon to Fri between 8AM and 4:30PM. Includes replacement of five fire hydrants and 80 service lines on Kent Place Blvd from High St. to Passaic Ave.
April 6 Summit Zoning Board meeting canceled

The Summit Zoning Board meeting previously scheduled and advertised for April 6 at 7:30PM has been canceled. All hearings and agenda items will be carried to the first available public meeting once the state of emergency has been lifted in New Jersey.
Federal social distancing guidelines extended through April

President Trump announced on Sunday, March 29 that Americans must continue to avoid nonessential travel, going to work, eating at bars and restaurants, or gathering in groups of more than 10 for at least another month and perhaps until June.
Instructions and next steps following a positive diagnosis for COVID-19

The Westfield Regional Health Department is providing guidance on what to do next following a positive test result for COVID-19 coronavirus. Instructions and Next Steps
CDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for NJ, NY, and CT

CDC urges NJ, NY and CT residents to avoid non-essential domestic travel for 14 days. Advisory does not apply to employees of critical infrastructure industries, including but not limited to trucking, public health, financial services, and food supply. CDC Media Statement
Summit Police Enforcing Social Distancing

Police enforcing social distancing guidelines critical to containing COVID-19 virus by dispersing small groups of people on streets and in public spaces. Enforcement measures in response to observed lack of compliance to State of NJ emergency order. Full News Release
Volunteer for Summit

Assist local business owners in navigating new COVID-19 financial relief programs offered by NJ Economic Development Authority, Small Business Admin and other resources. Citizens would work w/ businesses during week of 3/30 to complete required paperwork. More information
No permit or fees required for parking in downtown through April 28

In support of local businesses, Common Council authorized the Parking Services Agency to temporarily waive need for a parking permit and daily parking fees at street meters and in all parking lots and garages in the downtown to April 28. More information
City of Summit 2020 Municipal Budget

At the Tuesday, March 24 Common Council meeting, City Administrator Michael Rogers presented the proposed 2020 municipal budget. View a pdf of the complete presentation through the link below. Full Budget Presentation
Governor Murphy announces statewide stay at home order, closing all non-essential retail businesses

By Executive Order from State of NJ, only critical businesses may remain open (complete list below). All other retail businesses must close, businesses must move to 100% work-from-home if possible. Public ordered to stay at home. All gatherings canceled. Additional information
Easy curbside pickup for purchases and orders from downtown businesses

Summit Parking Services Agency is providing designated parking spaces in downtown to facilitate curbside pickup of items ordered by customers from businesses either online or by phone. Designated spaces are indicated by “Curbside Pickup Only” signs. More information
Summit's COVID-19 Resources & Information

The City of Summit has developed a webpage to share all COVID-19 information. Check the page daily for updates from the Westfield Regional Health Department on Coronavirus cases in Summit. Summit's COVID-19 Webpage
Tax appeal filing deadlines extended by Supreme Court of NJ

Deadlines to file county tax board and state tax court appeals for corporate and residential property has been extended to May 1, 2020 or 30 days following a determination by the Governor of the State of New Jersey to end the existing State of Emergency.
DCS establishes temporary pickup and dropoff locations at City Hall

Temporary pickup and drop off desk for residents, realtors and contractors in main lobby in City Hall outside Council Chamber from 9AM to 12PM daily for construction, engineering and tree permits, Zoning Certificates of Occupancy and other forms. Detailed Information
No new Planning Board and Zoning Boards applications being accepted

Submissions of new Planning Board or Zoning Board of Adjustment applications either in-person or by mail is suspended, effective immediately until further notice. Any Federal Express, UPS or USPS packages containing new applications will be returned.
Municipal court suspended now through April 26.

Municipal court is suspended until April 27 to mitigate public exposure to COVID-19. If scheduled to appear before court to contest traffic or parking ticket, or minor local ordinance violation, notice of new court date will be sent by mail. Court information
At-risk voters advised to use Vote by Mail ballot in upcoming primary election

Union County is advising at-risk voters to use Vote-by-Mail to avoid unforeseen circumstances that could prevent voting in person on June 2. Download an application form at unioncountyvotes.com or call 908-527-4996 to have an application mailed to you. More information
Curbside leaf pickup Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 24

Leaves are picked up curbside on your regular household trash collection day. Place leaves in paper, biodegradable bags. Do not rake or blow leaves into piles in the street. Do not include twigs, branches and other yard debris in leaf bags. More information
PSE&G working in Summit now through summer 2020

The company is replacing aging cast iron pipes with new plastic and coated steel piping to ensure the continued reliability of its gas system. Work will take place Monday to Friday between hours of 7AM and 5PM with potential for Saturday work. Link to impacted streets
Summit Free Market April 25 and May 2 dates CANCELED

The April 25 and May 2 events have been canceled and will be rescheduled once social distancing restrictions end.
Unpaid Summer Internship Program for College Students

Applications accepted from 3/9 to 4/10. Residents completing at least one year of college/university are eligible to participate. Unpaid internships take place over a four-week period in June. Send resume and cover letter to pressoffice@cityofsummit.org Additional information

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NJ American Water work on Kent Place Blvd begins April 6

April 6 Summit Zoning Board meeting canceled

Federal social distancing guidelines extended through April

Instructions and next steps following a positive diagnosis for COVID-19

CDC Issues Domestic Travel Advisory for NJ, NY, and CT

Summit Police Enforcing Social Distancing

Volunteer for Summit

No permit or fees required for parking in downtown through April 28

City of Summit 2020 Municipal Budget

Governor Murphy announces statewide stay at home order, closing all non-essential retail businesses

Easy curbside pickup for purchases and orders from downtown businesses

Summit's COVID-19 Resources & Information

Tax appeal filing deadlines extended by Supreme Court of NJ

DCS establishes temporary pickup and dropoff locations at City Hall

No new Planning Board and Zoning Boards applications being accepted

Municipal court suspended now through April 26.

At-risk voters advised to use Vote by Mail ballot in upcoming primary election

Curbside leaf pickup Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 24

PSE&G working in Summit now through summer 2020

Summit Free Market April 25 and May 2 dates CANCELED

Unpaid Summer Internship Program for College Students

Zoning Board Meeting (Cancelled)

Municipal Court (canceled)

City Offices Closed

Mayor's Office Hours, Meet the Mayor Events

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