SUMMIT FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
The Family Aquatic Center is now accepting memberships for the 2009 season. You can register online or at the Department of Community Programs at 100 Morris AvenueSummit Family Aquatic Center is “In the Swim of Things”

The Summit Family Aquatic Center located at 100 Ashwood Avenue is now open on full schedule. Residency and membership is required. Once you become a member, you are then entitled to purchase Guest Passes for family and friends. There are limitations and restrictions. Check out the latest “Summit Splash” Newsletter or Rules & Regulations found here. For more information on becoming a member, call the Department of Community Programs at 908-277-2932, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. The Summit Family Aquatic Center offers Swim Lessons, Aquacise, Summit Sharks Swim Team, Special Events, Parties and Concerts. The Summit Family Aquatic Center is the “City’s Hottest Place to Cool Off!”.

Full Season Hours

Monday - Friday

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM Swim with the YMCA Seals Long Course Lap Swimming June 29-July 31

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Short Course Lap Swim

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Aquacise

12:00 NOON-8:00 PM Open to the Membership

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Short Course Lap Swim Available

Thursdays

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Float Night Available

Tuesday & Thursday

10:00 AM -12:00 NOON Parent/Child Early Swim – Leisure Pool Only (Tots)

Saturday & Sunday

11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Open to the Membership

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Short Course Swim Available

NOTE: August 16 – September 7 The FAC closes at 7:30 PM

For event information and all other specialty news, please see below The Summit Splash Newsletter.

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HOT SUMMER NIGHTS CONCERT SERIES - JULY 7, 14, 21, & 28
The “Hot Summer Nights Concert Series” returns to the City of Summit’s Village Green for 2009. Tuesday nights in July, the Village Green will “rock” with great music, friendship and family fun. The concerts begin at 7 PM and end at 8:30 PM. This year, a rain site has been secured at Summit High School at 125 Kent Place Boulevard. Call our event weather hotline in the event of questionable weather. All events are free thanks to Investor’s Savings Bank and other local sponsors. All concerts are alcohol free. Snacks and light fare will be available. Pack a picnic supper, bring the entire family and enjoy some of the best outdoor musical entertainment in the region.

Weather Hotline: 908-277-2932 x 12
Rain Site: Summit High School.

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ZONING BOARD MEETING - JUNE 29, 2009
There will be a Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting on June 29, 2009 at 7:30pm in the Common Council Chamber on the first floor of City Hall. Click below for the meeting agenda. Questions, contact 908-273-6407.

Click here for Zoning Board agenda
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RECYCLING SCHEDULE - JULY 2009 - JUNE 2010
The City of Summit Recycling Flyer will be updated shortly. For your convenience, please click on the link below for the pickup dates starting in July 2009 running through June 2010. To determine what Ward you reside in, please click on the Recycling box on the right side of this homepage which has a map of Summit broken out by Ward. Curbside recycling questions, contact Great Northern Recycling, Inc. at 888.738.7348.

Click here for Recycling dates from July 2009 - June 2010
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CONSTRUCTION NOTICE - TIER GARAGE - MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2009
The Tier Parking Garage will be undergoing extensive repairs beginning Monday, June 22, 2009. Work was originally scheduled to begin on July 6; however, due to the extensive recent rainy weather and the tight construction schedule, the start date has been moved up.

Working during the week will be conducted from 8 AM until 8 PM. The garage will be closed on weekends beginning July 10, 2009 through August 31, 2009 (starting 5 AM on Fridays thru 4 AM on Mondays) and the City Council has waived the noise ordinance for such weekend work.

The TIER GARAGE will be CLOSED ON WEEKENDS STARTING JULY 10 at 5 PM on FRIDAYS and no parking is permitted on Friday evening, Saturday or Sunday.

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PLANNING BOARD MEETING - June 22, 2009
A Meeting of the City of Summit Planning Board will be held on Monday, June 22, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. at Summit City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ on the first floor in the Common Council Chambers. Questions, please contact (908) 273-6407.

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SUMMIT FARMERS' MARKET - JUNE 7 - NOVEMBER 1
Summit has one of the best Farmers' Market in the State! The Farmers' Market will be held on Sundays from 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., from June 7 to November 1 in Park & Shop Lot #2.

For further information, please contact Summit Downtown Inc. at (908) 277-6100.

SUMMIT TO HOST 1ST ANNUAL WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL - JULY 24, 25, & 26
The Grand Summit Hotel will host the 2009 Wine and Food Festival on July 24, 25 & 26, 2009.

The festival will feature 12 world-renowned chefs preparing signature dishes, and wines from more than 35 leading wineries.

The Summit Wine and Food Festival will be contributing a portion of the proceeds from the opening night's blind auction to a charity to be named.

To find out about this fabulous event you don't want to miss see website link below.

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SUMMIT PATHWAYS WINS STATE AWARD
The City of Summit Pathways for Exceptional Children has added yet another prestigious award to their trophy case. At a recent meeting of the Summit Common Council, Mayor Jordan Glatt presented volunteers of the Summit Pathways Program with a plague commemorating their newest recognition. The Summit Pathways Program received the Department of Community Affairs “New Jersey Distinguished Governmental Agency Recreation Services Award” for 2009. The award is presented by the New Jersey Commission on Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities”. It was officially presented at the Governor’s Conference on May 20, 2009. The City of Summit was recognized along with the Township of Montville for their joint efforts in providing inclusive recreation programs for special needs children and young adults.

The City of Summit now offers over a dozen special needs “inclusive” recreation and sports programs. The program continues to grow with each passing sport season as local organizations get involved. The Summit Tennis Association, Summit Junior Baseball, Summit Lacrosse, Summit Soccer Club, Summit Junior Football and dozens of other sport coaches have volunteered their time in addition to hundreds of young, trained teen “Mentors”. Over 1,000 hours of volunteer service from local teens has contributed to the programs success. The City of Summit and the Township of Montville were also honored because they have teamed up together to “pay it forward”. Their successes have been models for many other communities. The programs are offered through the Summit Department of Community Programs.

This is the second such honor that Summit Pathways has received. Most recently, the New Jersey Recreation and Park Association also honored the program with their “Excellence in Programming Award.” For information on becoming a “Mentor” or registering your child for the fall and winter programming offerings, call Summit Community Programs at 908-277-2932.

COMMON COUNCIL MEETING - JULY 14 AND AUGUST 4, 2009
The Common Council will only meet once in July and August on Tuesdays, July 14 and August 4 at 7:30pm in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 512 Springfield Avenue. Please check the website's calendar for future dates of all city meetings.

SUMMIT OFFERS SUMMER CAMPS & STAYCATION BARGAINS
If the economic situation has delayed your family’s plans this summer, fear not. There are still excellent summer camp and program experiences close to home in Summit. The Department of Community Programs has announced that it still has fabulous summer experiences available for children of all ages and interests. If private camps and clubs have become too pricey for your family’s budgets, there are bargains galore available for summer fun. In addition to the traditional Summer Recreation Camp, several new and exciting camp experiences are being offered. Pony Share gives children a chance to learn all about horses while Actor’s Garage may inspire a rising star. Sports Camps of all varieties are offered including football, basketball, soccer and lacrosse. Golf Camp and Golf Clinics are being offered for adults and children, along with tennis instruction and karate. Preschool children can learn lots of sports in Multi-Sports or have a variety of learning adventures in Harding Kids. Lifeguard instruction will be available on multiple dates through July and August. Guardstart Camp is offered for pre teens who aspire to be a lifeguard someday. Some programs are also available for non residents and scholarship aid is available for those on the Federal Free or Reduced Lunch programs.

Memberships are currently available to the Summit Municipal Golf Course and the Summit Family Aquatic Center. While the golf course does have limited non resident slots available, spaces fill quickly. The Summit Family Aquatic Center is open only to residents. Memberships are still available!

You can register 24/7 online at https://register.communitypass.net/summit or call the DCP offices at 908-277-2932. Financial assistance may be available based on the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Applicants are urged to call for details. Judith Leblein Josephs, Director of the Department of Community Programs urges residents of Summit to come on out and “Share the fun!”

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ADVISORY FOR CONSUMING LARGE BLUEFISH
The Department of Environmental Protection today announced a new recommendation for consuming large bluefish, a popular species commonly caught in Atlantic Ocean waters.

In coordination with the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services and agencies in six other states, the DEP updated its fish consumption advisories and is recommending that the public consume no more than one meal every other month (six meals per year) of bluefish larger than 24 inches. Previously, fish consumption advisories for large bluefish recommended four meals per year for most people.

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HELP THE SUMMIT FIRE DEPARTMENT BECOME INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED - Survey
As part of our ongoing process to become an internationally accredited fire department, the Summit Fire Department is working on a document called the "Standards of Response Coverage¨.

Some of the many items in this document are:
- the need to analyze community risk,
- create or modify baseline response performance standards,
- measure and evaluate current responses to the calls for service to ensure we can provide our services in a timely manner.

A vital part of this evaluation is a survey from the community members where we gather their concerns and opinions.

Our internet based survey is available by clicking on the link below.

If you prefer a hard copy of the survey, you can stop by Summit Fire Headquarters at 396 Broad Street or call Nancy Fabrizio at 908-277-9358 and a copy of the survey will be mailed to you.

We welcome your comments, thank you for your participation.

More for additional survey information;
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LAST CALL FOR SUMMIT FALL RECREATION SOCCER
Summer may just be getting started but the time for registering for Summit Fall Recreation Soccer is soon over. The registration deadline for Recreation Soccer for all Summit children entering grades 3 through 8 is July 3, 2009. Teams will participate in the Inter-County Soccer League, playing against teams from surrounding towns. Practices will be held during the week. Homes games are played on Saturdays and away games on Saturday or Sunday. The cost for the program will be $90.00 if you played last year and still have your uniform. $130 if you need a new uniform. Your User Fee is included in your registration.

Register online or call the Summit Department of Community Programs at 908-277-2932. Registration is available 24/7 and credit card payment is available. Scholarship aid is available for those who qualify for the Federal Free or Reduced Lunch program.

SUMMIT COMMUNITY CENTER GETS A FACELIFT
The Summit Recreation Center got a new name and a new look this year. Workers are completing a rehabilitation of the Community Center Gymnasium’s ceiling, roof and lighting system. The repairs have been long awaited by the residents who frequent the Community Center for recreation and sports programs as well as the Summit Seniors who call the Center their home. Located at 100 Morris Avenue, the building was first called the Edison Recreation Center. It opened in 1964 on a 7 acre park setting and has consistently served the community. The name was later changed to the Summit Recreation Center and now the Summit Community Center. In response to concerns of Senior Citizens who felt the words, “Community Center” addressed sharing the facility as opposed to just kids and sports.

The reorganization of the Board of Recreation into the new Department of Community Programs came about late in 2006. With the new name and a new Director, came a whole new look. The Department name, logo, tag line, stationery and signage have all changed. The new logo features an exclamation point and the tag lines, “Where Community Thrives” and “Share the Fun”. Since all ages come together and share the Community Center, parks and playgrounds, “Share the Fun” is not only an appropriate phrase for this department, but its mantra.

The Summit Community Center houses the Department of Community Programs offices and their programs. By day, the Community Center is dedicated to programs for Senior Citizens. A complete calendar of Senior activities and the monthly newsletter of the “Summit Seniors” is available to senior residents 55 and over.

This fall, a Master Plan for the Community Center will begin. Possible expansion of the property will be studied. Specific needs to be addressed are a dedicated Senior Lounge, expanded program spaces, storage and teen areas. Residents will be included in the Master Plan discussions with a series of focus groups held throughout the fall.

The repairs to the gymnasium are scheduled to be completed by June 26. Funding for the repairs were found in the City’s Capital Budget. The work was done by Suburban Building of Basking Ridge, NJ.

SUMMIT HEALTH DEPARTMENT MONITORS SWINE FLU
Summit Health Department is closely monitoring the outbreak of swine flu that has affected several U.S. States. As of April 27, 2009, there are no confirmed cases of swine flu in New Jersey. The Summit Health Department is urging healthcare providers, schools and others to watch for cases of swine influenza and report them immediately to the Summit Health Department at (908) 277-6464.

For more information contact the Summit Health Department or visit the following website:

Center for Disease Control website

More detailed information on Swine Flu

PARKING PUBLIC WORKSHOP HELD
The City hosted a parking public workshop to further discuss the parking recommendations from the Parking Assessment Study performed by Desman Associates.

Below is a brief internal financial estimate for building a new garage that was presented at the workshop. This is strictly a "what if" scenario and to secure actual financials then a financial feasibility study would be needed.

Click here for Internal Financial Estimate
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PARKING STUDY RESULTS
The City's 2008 Parking Assessment Study results are available.

Desman Associates will make a presentation to Common Council and answer any questions on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 Council Meeting. The meeting begins at 7:30 PM.

The City plans to hold other public meetings to discuss all of the recommendations in the report. Those dates have not been determined at this time.

If you have any questions, please contact the City's Parking Services Manager Rita McNany via email at parking@cityofsummit.org or calling 908-522-5100.

Click here Summit's Parking Study Report - Febuary 2009
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2009 PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET - PASSED ON MAY 5, 2009
The 2009 City Operating Budget was passed at the May 5, 2009 Council Meeting.

For a copy of the proposed budget, please click below.

Click here for 2009 Proposed Budget
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SUMMIT POLICE YOUTH ACADEMY
The Summit Police Department will be running the Summit Police Youth Academy again this summer. This program is designed to provide children between the ages of 11-14 an opportunity to experience the type of training that today's police recruits undergo. Two one-week sessions will be held. For dates and additional information, including the application, please click below.

Click here for additional information and application
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DCS INTRODUCES: EXPANDED OFFICE HOURS & PERMIT EXPRESS
The Department of Community Services counter now opens at 7:00 a.m for the following services: applying for and/or picking up permits, zoning certificate of occupancy applications, and coupons. Regular office hours for the City's technical staff remain 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All cash register transactions will be accepted until 4:30 p.m.

The new Permit Express program is for one-stop application and payment for certain permits such as roofing, siding, electrical services, boilers, and hot water heaters. Quetions, please call DCS at (908) 273-6408.

ASK "MR. COMPOST" - FIRST SIGNS OF SPRING NEWS!
First Signs of Spring News from Mr. Compost!

If you have a tumbler type composter that you filled late last summer now is the time to empty and restart it. The screened material can be used as top dressing for any garden, particularly for one you will later turn or till. The uncomposted residue can go back into the bin along with some old dry leaves raked out of a corner of your yard and the first bag of lawn clippings in the spring. If you throw the old wet residue on the ground where you have just raked, that is OK, too. Just remember to save some for starter material. It is also a good idea to add a shovel full of soil containing a dozen or so sowbugs.

Summit's Recycling Advisory Committee is trying to promote home composting. Attached is a list of "frequently asked questions" of "Mr. Compost." For further information contact dklaif@cityofsummit.org.

Click here for the answers to Ask Mr. Compost?
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TENNIS PLAY RESUMES AT UPPER TATLOCK COURTS
Repairs have been completed at Summit's Upper Tatlock Tennis Courts. The courts are located at the Upper Tatlock Complex near Washington School off of Butler Parkway.

The courts are available to Summit residents on a first come, first served basis seven days per week. The courts are open from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm. Lights are available April through November. Summit residents who would like to make a reservation to use the courts should call the Department of Community Programs at 908-277-2932 to make a reservation. Confirmation will be sent by email.

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VILLAGE GREEN MASTER PLAN - PUBLIC MEETING HELD
On Thursday, April 2, 2009, an Open House was held from 6 PM - 8:30 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Rhodeside & Harwell made a presentation which began at 7 PM.

More for project background Click here for Village Green Proposed Alternatives Presentation
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UNION COUNTY COLLECTIONS - Computers/Electronics, Shredding, Household Waste
Union County will be holding Spring Colletion Events for the following items: Computers & Electronics, Paper Shredding, and Household Waste. Please click on the link below for details and flyers.

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INCREASE IN SENIOR FREEZE INCOME LIMITS
Recent legislation has increased the income eligibility limits for the Property Tax Reimbursement Program (Senior Freeze). With these changes, additional senior and disabled persons may now be eligible for this program. For more information, please click on the link below to be directed to the NJ Division of Taxation.

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PSE&G OFFERS ASSISTANCE FOR HIGH HEATING BILLS
Worried about paying your winter heating bill? PSE&G encourages participation in programs that can help.

Two assistance programs are available to aid low income families with paying their winter heating bills. For more information about these programs, in both English and Spanish, please visit PSE&G's Payment Assistance Outreach website: www.pseg.com/billpaymentassistance or call 1-800-510-3102 or 1-866-240-1347.

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HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM
The City of Summit is making financial assistance available for the rehabilitation of owner-occupied residential homes and rental properties located in Summit. For more information contact the Summit Housing Authority at 908-273-6413.

FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WHO HAVE NO INSURANCE COVERAGE
The Westfield Regional Health Department offers free immunizations and physicals to all children, age birth to 18 years. This is done through the Child Health Clinics. The clinic is held three times a month by appointment only. The department employs a family practice physician that is at every clinic to ensure the best for every child that is seen in the clinic. Please read full press release to see if you qualify.

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POWER YOUR HOME WITH CLEAN ENERGY - TODAY!
Clean Power Choice is an easy way for New Jersey residents to order clean, renewable energy through their electric utility company.

Summit's Environmental Commission wants 500 Summit residents to sign-up, thus reducing global warming emissions and improving air quality in New Jersey.

There is no new equipment and no change in utility service, but you do pay a small surcharge, starting at under $6 per month. Click here for more information or call 1-800-515-5353.

FDA RECALL OF PEANUT BUTTER PRODUCTS
PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATE The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and FDA continue to recommend that consumers refrain from consuming products containing peanut butter as an ingredient, although individual containers of peanut butter for retail sale have not been implicated in this outbreak.

These products are food products as well as certain animal foods and treats.

Since there are so many products with varying lot codes being recalled, and the likelihood of this list being updated frequently, the Food and Drug Safety Program (FDSP) recommends visiting the FDA's webpage of recalled peanut butter products. Click Here for the FDA website.

SANITARY AND STORM SEWER - GIS SURVEY
Please be advised that the City is currently in the process of completing a GIS survey of the existing sanitary and storm sewers. The anticipated completion date of this project is June 2009. The project impacts the section of the City north of the NJ Transit railroad tracks. Residents will notice a survey crew working within the manholes and inlets on City streets. Since some sewers traverse easements within private property, access to some properties by the survey crew may be necessary. Any access to private property will be brief and non disruptive. Please contact the Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404 with any questions.

HIGH STREET CONSTRUCTION - Updated June 2, 2009
Most of the preparation work has been completed by the Contractor, Cifelli & Son General Contactors. They anticipate milling High Street on Monday, June 8. Paving shall take place Tuesday, June 9. Residents are advised that parking and driveway access will be limited during paving operations. During this week sanitary sewer repairs will be completed on High Street and traffic may be interrupted temporarily. Any concerns or questions should be directed to the Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404.

Click here for High Street Construction Plan
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HOBART AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS - SECTION II - Updated June 2, 2009
Hobart Avenue Section II has been completed except for the final paving between Whittredge Road and Ridge Road. The City is currently contracting for the repair of the sanitary sewer in that section. The sanitary sewer repair work should be completed by the end of July and the paving will be completed by the end of August. If you have any questions, please contact the City's Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404

Click here for improvement plans
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WILSON FIELD RESTORATION PROJECT - Updated June 2, 2009
This project has been completed except for punchlist items. The field will not be open for public use until the sod has adequate time to root no sooner than fall 2009. Residents are asked to assist the City by staying off the field until notice has been posted. Unauthorized use should be reported to City Hall.

If you have any comments, please contact the Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404.

NJAW PROJECT UPDATE - June 2, 2009
The New Jersey American Water project within the City has been completed. The Contractors is in the process of completing all necessary incidental repairs including roadway and driveway repairs. This repairs should take place in June. Should you have any specific concerns about the project restoration, please call the Department of Community Services at (908) 273-6404.

DIVISION AVE CLOSED by Meadowbrook Ct. & Sunset Dr.
Beginning on Tuesday, October 14, 2008, Division Avenue will be closed between Meadowbrook Ct. and Sunset Dr. until August 15, 2009. The original completion date was March 2009, but due to an unforeseen utlity conflict with an existing water main, the project completion date was revised to August 15, 2009 by the County of Union. We apologize for any inconvenience. Questions, please contact Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404.

More information can be found on the County of Union website.

PARKVIEW TERRACE DRAINAGE PROJECT - Updated June 2, 2009
The City has awarded the project to Cifelli & Son General Contractors. It is anticipated that work will begin after the 4th of July weekend. Residents will be contacted shortly with information on how individual roof leaders and sump pumps will be connected to the proposed drainage lines. Questions, call Dept. of Community Services at (908) 273-6404.

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GOLF REGISTRATION FOR SUMMIT RESIDENTS - Now Being Accepted!
The Summit Department of Community Programs is accepting golf membership applications to the Summit Municipal Golf Course for the 2009 season. The "Muni" will open Saturday, April 4 and close on Sunday, November 29, 2009.

Register today by clicking on the left column of this home page for OnLine Services and then Community Programs and then go under "Register Now" select "Department of Community Programs - Recreation." Then select "2009 Pool and Golf" and click the "Register Now" button. It's that simple!

For those of you who may have forgotten your user name or password, DO NOT create a new account. If you have a problem, please feel free to contact the Department of Community Programs at (908) 277-2932 during business hours and we will guide you through it.

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TENNIS ANYONE???
The Memorial and TatlockTennis Courts are officially open for play. A special thank you to the Summit Tennis Association for funding the court repairs at Tatlock. If you would like to make a reservation, please contact the Department of Community Programs at 277-2932 or email recdept@cityofsummit.org.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS - NEW LOGO!
The City of Summit’s Department of Community Programs proudly unveiled their new logo. The presentation made on January 20, 2009 to Mayor Jordan Glatt and the members of the Common Council included a review of the goals, mission and vision for the reorganization of the department that is now responsible for services for youth, families and senior citizens. This new integrated approach puts all of these services “under one roof” in an effort to better coordinate service delivery. It was created to serve as a community source for information and referral among organizations serving youth, recreation and senior services both public and private.

For a copy of the full press release, please click on the link below. To view the new DCP logo, please click on the link below.

More for a copy of the full press release; Click here to view the new DCP logo
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SUMMIT'S SPECIAL NEEDS RECREATION PROGRAM WINS AWARD
The City of Summit and the Township of Montville have been awarded the 2008 Excellence in Therapeutic Programming Award by the New Jersey Recreation and Park Association for their Pathways for Exceptional Children Programs. The program originated in the Township of Montville by Ms. Melinda Jennis, herself the Mom of a special needs child. The program served as a model for the SummitCan Pathways program.

Almost daily, recreation and social programs for children with all types of special needs is now available through a cooperative effort with the Summit Department of Community Programs. Programs are offered in recreation and sports programs as well as the Magic of Reading and Life Skills. The program is now spreading into New Providence and Berkeley Heights as the Summit Department of Community Programs shares the information and training with all communities who are interested in serving this important need.

For further information, please click below to read the full press release. Please contact the Department of Community Programs with any questions at (908) 277-2932.

Click here for full press release
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SUMMIT SENIORS NEWSLETTER - JUNE
The Department of Community Programs invites Summit's more experienced residents who are 55+ years to join the activities that are now offered year round. A monthly activity calendar is now available with plenty of programs to choose from. Listed below is this month's newsletter which includes a calendar of events for the Summit Seniors.

Click here Seniors Newsletter & Calendar
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SUMMIT POLICE BLOTTER
Listed below is the weekly Summit Police Department Blotter.

Click here Most Current Police Blotter
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CITY HALL & TRANSFER STATION HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
City Hall and the Transfer Station will be closed on the following dates in 2009 unless otherwise noted:

January 1 & 2, 2009
January 19, 2009
February 16, 2009
April 10, 2009
May 25, 2009
July 3, 2009
September 7, 2009
October 12, 2009
November 26 & 27, 2009 (Transfer Station is open on Nov. 27)
December 25, 2009

TRANSFER STATION HOURS
Transfer Station Hours:
Tuesday through Friday 7:30 AM to 3:45 PM and on Saturday from 7:30 AM to 4:45 PM

Any questions about recycling rules contact the Department of Community Services at 908-273-6404.

Use of the disposal and recycling area is restricted to Summit residents only. The vehicle must be registered in Summit and display the new bar-code resident permit. Bar-code permit applications are available on the City’s website at www.cityofsummit.org or at Parking Services Agency, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue. Any questions about the permit should be directed to 908-522-5100.

Transfer Station is closed Sundays and Mondays and the following City Holidays:
May 25th (Memorial Day)
July 3rd (In anticipation of July 4th)
September 7th (Labor Day)
October 15th (Columbus Day)
November 26th (Thanksgiving)
December 25th (Christmas)

REGULAR TRASH PICK UP CONTINUES EVEN ON HOLIDAYS

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK ON COMCAST (TV-36) AND VERIZON (TV-33)
The City is pleased to announce that Communities on Cable local channel access known with Comcast customers as TV-36 is now available to VERIZON FIOS CUSTOMERS on CHANNEL 33. Now more Summit residents can tune in and watch local area TV shows and government Council Meetings on TV-33 for Verizon customers and TV-36 for Comcast customers.

DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES - HOW DO YOU RECYCLE IN SUMMIT?
There are many NEW and easy ways downtown businesses can recycle in Summit. Maybe you can be the next “Recycler of the Month”?

Tito’s Burritos won the first award! They are reusing their vegetable oil to fuel their delivery truck! Check out the newsletter below for all qualifying details.

The City urges you to do your part and get involved with the many new recycling campaigns going on!!

The Summit Recycling Advisory Committee (RAC) has designed new was to collect or eliminate waste for our downtown businesses. Check out the special SDI December, 2008 Newsletter for information.

Click here for Recycling Newsletter
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GIVE GREEN - GO GREEN - RECYCLING CONTAINERS CAMPAIGN
The City is seeking to increase the usage of recycling containers in public places throughout the community. In order to raise sufficient funds to purchase the recycling containers, the City is embarking on a Recycling Containers Campaign.

Do your part to keep your city clean and recycling at the same time.

GIVE GREEN - GO GREEN Make your tax-deductible donations made out to the City of Summit. c/o Paul Cascais, City of Summit, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901

Click here for Fundraiser Flyer
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AMT RECREATION ROUTE
The first ride of the AMT Recreation Route was held on Saturday, October 25 AT 8:00 AM at Memorial Field.

The Alternate Mode of Transportation Committee, with the assistance of the Engineering Division, designed a recreation route for bicyclists.

The recreation route provides a route between Memorial Field, Tatlock Park, Passaic River Park and other locations. The recreation route is to promote change in personal transportation and to create an interconnected recreation route. The route includes destination and mileage signs in white lettering with a brown background and “Share the Road” signs. It also includes three information kiosks at Memorial Field, Tatlock Park and Passaic River Park. The route will be designated by 6" diameter maroon signs at each turn.

Click here Recreation Route Map & signage
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ACTION PLAN FOR A SUSTAINABLE SUMMIT
The Mayor's Sustainability Community Task Force has created an Action Plan for a Sustainable Summit. This Action Plan offers specific steps that Summit officials, schools, businesses, industries and residents can take to become more sustainable. If implemented with commitment and perseverance, this plan will result in a substantial reduction of harmful emissions, such as carbon dioxide and other pollutants; lower, more efficient and cost-effective energy use; cleaner water and better water management; preservation of our beautiful trees and open spaces; a less congested, more walkable and economically vibrant downtown; and healthier residents. In short, together we can and will see a more "Sustainable Summit."

Click here for a Summary of the Action Plan for a Sustainable Summit, June 2008.

Click here for the complete Action Plan for a Sustainable Summit, June 2008
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SUSTAINABILITY REPORT - JUNE 19, 2007
In January, 2007, the Sustainable Community Task Force was formed to determine how Summit could develop a "Green" Master Plan as outlined in the November 2006 Reexamination Report. Below is the first progress report of the Sustainability Task Force. This is a extremely complex issue; however, necessary in order to provide for the needs of the community's current population without damaging the ability of future generations to provide for themselves.

The report is a large file, and some users may have difficulty opening the file. If so, please contact the Sustainability Committee at sustainability@cityofsummit.org.

Click here for the Sustainability Report - June 19, 2007
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2009 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
At the January 6, 2009 Organization Meeting, Council Members were appointed to Council Committee, Boards, Commissions as Chairs, representatives, and/or liaisons. To view appointments and liaisons click below.

If you wish to volunteer for a City board or commission, please see the Volunteer For Summit blue section on the right hand of this page.

Click here for all 2009 appointments
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MAYOR'S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS - JANUARY 6, 2009
Mayor Glatt presented the 2009 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS at the January 6, 2009 Organization Meeting. See below for the Mayor's speech.

Click here for 2009 Mayor Glatt State of the City Address
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TAX PAYMENT DROP BOX AT CITY HALL
For taxpayers' convenience, the City has installed a tax payment drop box on the exterior of City Hall. The box is located in the breezeway off the parking lot, just before the second door on your left.

SUMMIT 2008 HOUSING ELEMENT & FAIR SHARE PLAN - FINAL
For the final version of Summit's 2008 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan please see the link below. The file is extremely large and may take some time to open.

Click here for Housing Element & Fair Share Plan
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MASTER PLAN REEXAMINATION - UPDATE 11/16/06
The Planning Board unanimously approved the Master Plan Reexamination Report at a special hearing on Monday, November 13. Cindy Martin and Susan McDonough, co-chairs of the Master Plan Reexamination Committee presented the report to the Board and discussed the revisions that had been made since their presentation of a draft report to the Board at a work session on October 24. The report is intended to address fully the planning, zoning and land development issues within the City.

Click here for the official final 2006 Reexamination Report.

More information on the Master Plan Reexamination Click here For the 2000 Master Plan
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REEXAMINATION OF MASTER PLAN
The Planning Board held a special meeting on Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 PM in the Recreation Center, located at 100 Morris Avenue. The Board considered a report from its planning consultants titled "Reexamination and Amendment Summit Master Plan" that recommended updates to the Master Plan and the city's zoning ordinance. Click here for more information on the updates, and click here for a copy of the Reexamination report.

MASTER PLAN 2000
The City of Summit adopted its Master Plan in 2000.

Click here for City of Summit 2000 Master Plan
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CRBD MASTER PLAN
The City of Summit adopted the Central Retail Business District (CRBD) Master Plan on November 15, 2005.

The pdf file provided on the City's website is extremely large. If you have difficulty opening the document, your computer may not have sufficient memory. If you still wish to have a copy of the report, contact the City Clerk's office at 908-273-6400.

More for CRBD Master Plan information. Click here CRBD Master Plan 2005
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DRAINAGE REPORTS
On October 23, 2008 at 7:30pm a workshop was held by Common Council to review the results of the Flood Risk Assessment and discuss drainage alternatives in the City.

Click here for the City of Summit Risk Assessment Report and for the City Drainage Issues Engineering Report, please see below.

These files have been condensed and if you wish to view the entire file, please go to the Department of Community Services counter at City Hall.

Questions, please contact the Engineering Division at (908) 273-6404.

Click here for City Drainage Issues Engineering Report
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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE REPORT
The City of Summit's Environmental Commission published a report which outlines Summit's natural resource inventories. This report informs the public and planning officials about Summit's environment from various perspectives, geology and hydrology, which affect soil erosion and storm water management, plants and animals, as well as other aspects of the surroundings that affect the quality of life in Summit. This document is aimed at generating an awareness of the resources in Summit's environment in the hope of preserving and enhancing the interface between Summit's residents and their physical surroundings. Complete copies of the report are available for review at the City Clerk's office and the Department of Community Services at City Hall.

Click here for report
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SUMMIT HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION GUIDELINES
The Summit Historic Preservation Commission unveiled the Design and Preservation Guidelines for Historic Properties in the City of Summit. Guideline booklets are available for $10 via email to summithpc@comcast.net or at the Department of Community Services 2nd Floor of City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit

More information

DESMAN ASSOCIATES HIRED AS PARKING STUDY CONSULTANT
On Tuesday, June 17, the Common Council approved the hiring of Desman Associates of New York to conduct the Parking Assessment Study.

After careful review, extensive reference checking and consultant's personal interviews, the committee felt that Desman Associates were the best fit for Summit to conduct the parking assessment study. It was not an easy decision because all firms are highly qualified to perform this type of work.

Desman has extensive experience in local (NJ and NY) parking study and design projects. The Committee liked their project approach, extreme professionalism, and excellent references from similar local municipalities.

A project schedule and how the project assessment study will be carried out will be developed with Desman Associates. Desman and the City will provide numerous public announcements and informational pieces to invite and encourage all the public to be a part of the City's Parking Assessment Study.

If you would like more information on Desman Associates see a link below to their website.

More Desman Associates Website

NEW PARKING RATES - EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2009
Common Council approved new parking rates effective January 1, 2009.

The daily parking fee for Summit resident commuters and downtown business district employees is $4 per day effective January 1, 2009.

Pre-payment options are available at $80 per month, $228 per quarter (at a 5% discount), or $864 per year (at a 10% discount).

Pre-payments must be made on line from December 15 until January 1, 2009. Per City Ordinance the space must be paid for when the vehicle is parked. It is the parker's responsibility to ensure timely payment if pre-payments are to be utilized. After January 1, please visit the Parking Services Agency at City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, Summit to make your payment.

The Park & Ride lot located near Rt 24 in Springfield is a NJ DOT commuter parking facility where Lakeland Bus Services are available to commute to other NJ towns and to New York City. The daily rate is still $3 and there are now discounted prepayment options available. Monthly is $40, Quarterly is $120 and Annual is $480.

For the informational flyers about the new rates, see bleow.

Click here for new 2009 Parking Rates
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PARKING SERVICES ACCEPTS CREDIT CARDS AT COUNTER AND ON-LINE
Credit Card payments are now accepted at the Parking Services counter for SmartCards, Permits, Pre-Payments and Daily Visitor Passes.

Also, we now offer an on-line credit card payment system for pre-paid daily and overnight parking. Credit cards accepted are American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover.

On the left side Home Page click on "OnLine Payments".

You will need the following information in order to pay on-line:
Bar-Code Permit Number, License Plate and State,
Credit Card Number, Expiration Date, and Security Code located on the back or front of your credit card.

More for complete details on on-line payments

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY INFORMATION
In an emergency, paramedics will turn to a victim's cell phone for clues to that person's identitiy. You can make their job easier with a simple idea that they are trying to get everyone to adopt which is ICE.

ICE stands for "In Case of Emergency." If you add an entry in the contacts list in your cell phone under ICE, with the name and phone number of the person that emergency services personnel should call on your behalf, you can save them a lot of time and have your loved ones contacted quickly. It only takes a few moments of your time to do so.

Paramedics know what ICE stands for and they look for it immediately. ICE your cell phone NOW!

PASSPORT PROCESSING AVAILABLE AT SUMMIT POST OFFICE
You can now apply for or renew your Passport at the Summit NJ Post Office located at 61 Maple Street, Summit. For passport processing hours, please call 908-277-1737.

BE CAUTIOUS AROUND CERTAIN ANIMALS
This is a reminder for the public to be cautious around animals that could be infected with rabies, specifically raccoons, skunks, fox, bats and yes, even dogs and cats. Animals infected with rabies show specific symptoms. For information on what to look for see the City of Summit Health Department press release on rabies.

More information Click here
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STOP DELIVERY OF STAR-LEDGER "EXTRA"
Anyone wishing to stop the delivery of the Star Ledger "Extra", you must call 1-888-782-7533 and email a notice to "donotdeliverme@ansnewspapers.com". This is not the normal delivery of the Star-Ledger newspaper; however, an independant publication that residents can opt out of receiving. Opt out requests take a few weeks to go into effect.

UNION COUNTY TAX AND SERVICES REPORT
In November of 2002, the Summit Common Council established a special Task Force to investigate taxes paid to Union County and County services rendered to the City. The Task Force submitted their findings and recommendations to Council on Tuesday, April 13, 2004. A copy of the text portion of the report is below. For a copy of the report's Tables and Charts Click here

Click here for a copy of the report
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