Summit police and fire departments, PBA Local 55, FMBA 54, Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad and city officials are joining together to raise awareness about the immediate need for a living donor kidney transplant for Police Officer Karen Stenstrom Sauers. Full news release (pdf)
Citizens must opt-in to the new Smart911 system to receive alerts from the city. Creating a profile ensures that you will receive emergency alerts and helps emergency services respond more effectively with crucial medical and location information. Create a Smart911 Profile
FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the emergency alert system beginning at approximately 2:20PM ET on Wednesday, October 4. The test message will be sent to all cellular devices, radios, and televisions. More information
The Haunted Hike will be held on Saturday, October 7; Scream on the Green will be held on the Village Green on Saturday, October 21; the Halloween parade will be held on Saturday, October 28. Click on the link below for event details. Event details
The project aims to supplant an antiquated water retention system and augment the capacity for stormwater management on the property. Some intermittent interruptions to regular activities at the facility are anticipated over the ensuing weeks. Additional details
The City of Summit Department of Community Services is providing a schedule for milling and paving operations to be performed by PSE&G in Summit in October 2023, weather permitting. View schedule
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of former City of Summit Mayor and Common Council President, Ellen Dickson on Sunday, September 24, 2023. She was 71 years old. Full news release
The City of Summit is sharing information from the Union County Clerk’s Office about voting in the Tuesday, November 7, 2023, General Election. Click on the link below to view information on voting by mail, early voting, and more. Voting information
The new traffic pattern will be in place from 8/22 to 9/19 and will establish the street as a one-way road heading north from Orchard St to Springfield Ave to determine if a permanent change would effectively reduce cut-through traffic volume & speeding. Learn more
Crossing guards will work two shifts per day Monday through Friday from 7:45AM to 8:30AM and 3PM to 3:45PM while school is in session. Uniforms and training will be provided by the Summit Police Department. Multiple openings for the position. Apply now
The class is for girls ages 11 to 15 and will be held on Thursday, October 12, from 6PM to 8PM in the Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School gymnasium, located at 272 Morris Avenue. Sign up now
The bicycle auction will be held on Saturday, October 7, in the police parking garage located below City Hall at 512 Springfield Avenue. Preview begins at 9AM and auction begins at 10AM. Only cash or checks (with proper ID) will be accepted. Additional details
Leaves should be placed at the curb in paper, biodegradable bags for pickup on residents' household trash day. Property owners should not rake or blow leaves into piles in the street. Do not include twigs, branches, or other yard debris in leaf bags. Leaf collection rules
The Arrive Together program, introduced by NJ State Police and initiated by Union County Prosecutor’s Office will help police de-escalate situations, provide support to individuals in crisis, and ensure the safety of community and responding officers. Full news release
New guidelines have been implemented for the Summit Free Market, effective immediately, to help maintain a spirit of community, sharing, and sustainability at events. These policies include a 60-minute time limit and no reselling of materials allowed. More information
On Thursday 9/7, PSE&G will begin work to replace gas infrastructure on Morris Ave between Ashwood Ave and Briant Pkwy. Work will be performed Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30AM and 5PM for approximately eight weeks, weather permitting Read on...
The State of New Jersey Senior Freeze Program reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on their principal residence. The deadline for 2022 applications is October 31, 2023. Program details
The PSE&G project to replace gas pipes throughout Summit is currently underway. Work is expected to be complete by early summer 2023 depending on project progress over the spring. View schedule
