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  1. PO Karen Sauers

    Officer Karen Stenstrom Sauers needs your help

    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)
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    Contribute your time and talents for Summit

    The City of Summit is actively seeking volunteers from the community to serve on several of its boards and commissions. Learn more
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    Infrastructure project at Summit Municipal Golf Course

    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
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    PSE&G milling and paving schedule for October 2023

    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
  6. Ellen Dickson Newsfeed

    Beacon of Summit Leadership and Service Passes Away

    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
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    Voting Information for the November 7 General Election

    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
  8. photo of a street with a one way road sign in the back

    Engineering Division provides update on new traffic pattern on Briant Parkway

    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
  9. graphic with two images side by side of cars parked next to each other and a parking garage

    Repair work in Broad Street and Tier parking garages

    Repair work in Broad Street Garage begins 9/25 6PM-4AM for approx. three evenings. Repair work in Tier Garage begins 9/27 6PM-4AM for approx. three evenings, will continue through the weekend. Spaces needed to make the minor repairs will be blocked off. More information
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    Summit Police Department Seeking School Crossing Guards

    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
  11. blue graphic with summit police department seal and text that reads self defense training

    Summit Police Department to Offer Young Women’s Self-Defense Class on October 12

    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
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    Key Takeaways from Council President Vartan

    Council President Vartan highlights reports, presentations, and actions taken during the Tuesday, September 19, Common Council meeting. Read report
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    Summit Police Department Bicycle Auction

    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
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    Curbside leaf collection begins Monday, October 2

    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
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    Summit Police implement program to enhance mental health crisis response

    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
  16. graphic with text that reads city of summit tax office

    Tax Sale on October 26

    The City of Summit Tax Sale will take place on Thursday, October 26 at 10 AM in Council Chamber at City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue. Tax sale list
  17. Summit Free Market Logo with reuse motto

    New Guidelines for Summit Free Market Events

    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
  18. Gas pipes newsfeed

    PSE&G pipe replacement work on Morris Ave begins 9/7

    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...
  19. headshot of Council President Greg Vartan

    Ending Homelessness in Summit: Progress and Ongoing Efforts

    I would like to provide you with an update on the strides your elected officials, agency personnel and city staff are making in addressing one of our city’s pressing concerns: homelessness in Summit. Full statement
  20. image of someone holding a drinking glass under a running faucet

    NJ American Water Lead Service Line Replacement Program

    NJAW will be replacing all lead and galvanized steel service lines, including the customer-owned portion at no direct cost to customers. NJAW is requesting assistance from customers to identify the material of their service line. More information
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    City of Summit Partners with Ciel Power LLC for Summit Home Energy Insight Program

    The City of Summit has partnered with Ciel Power LLC to provide Summit homeowners with insight into the energy performance of their homes and to provide recommendations for improvement. News release
  22. image of small wooden house on a table with a calculator and dollar bills

    Senior Freeze Program

    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
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    PSE&G replacing gas pipes in Summit

    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
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