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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
Summit Public Schools to offer meals to all residents under 18

All resident children under the age of 18 regardless of the school or eligibility in the Free/Reduced Program are eligible for breakfast and lunch “grab-and-go” meals at our food pick-up locations. Learn More
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 Webpage Updated Daily

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.
Your support of local businesses is essential

Please help to spread the word about local businesses that are open and how you can order food, make purchases and get great service all while maintaining a safe social distance. Link to open businesses
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.
Guidance to keep COVID-19 virus from spreading in Summit

In this time of unprecedented school and business closures, and widespread social disruption, there is confusion about what to do next. A video update from Mayor Radest addresses importance of social distancing to mitigate spread of COVID-19 in Summit. Important Guidance
Summit Free Public Library closed until further notice

No fines charged for overdue library materials now due on May 12. The book drop in the municipal parking lot is closed. Visit library website for electronic resources. Email office@summitlibrary.org for temporary library card and access to e-resources. Library website
Municipal court suspended now through March 27.

Municipal court suspended for two weeks from Mon 3/16 to Fri 3/27 to mitigate public exposure to COVID-19. If scheduled to appear before court to contest traffic or parking ticket, or minor local ordinance violation, wait notice of new court date by mail. Court information
All city buildings closed and business conducted remotely

To help mitigate workplace exposure to the COVID-19 virus, the city is closing all public facilities including City Hall, Municipal Transfer Station, Summit Community Center, athletic fields and playgrounds at 8PM on Monday 3/16 until further notice. Operations 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
Video highlighting Summit's COVID-19 preparations

Mayor Nora Radest moderates a discussion with city officials and first responders on what the City of Summit is doing to prepare for the COVID-19 potential public health emergency. Almost 20 minutes long but worth watching. COVID-19 Preparations Video Update
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
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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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

Summit Public Schools to offer meals to all residents under 18

Easy curbside pickup for purchases and orders from downtown businesses

Summit's COVID-19 Webpage Updated Daily

Tax appeal filing deadlines extended by Supreme Court of NJ

Your support of local businesses is essential

DCS establishes temporary pickup and dropoff locations at City Hall

No new Planning Board and Zoning Boards applications being accepted

Guidance to keep COVID-19 virus from spreading in Summit

Summit Free Public Library closed until further notice

Municipal court suspended now through March 27.

All city buildings closed and business conducted remotely

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

Video highlighting Summit's COVID-19 preparations

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

PSE&G working in Summit now through summer 2020

Unpaid Summer Internship Program for College Students

Board of School Estimate

Rent Commission Meeting (teleconference)

Zoning Board Meeting

Mayor's Office Hours, Meet the Mayor Events

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