Residents with a disposal permit will be able to bring food scraps and other items to the Transfer Station. The program will run on a trial basis for six months, after which time DPW staff will evaluate the program to decide whether to make it permanent. Program guidelines
The parade through downtown Summit will be followed by a ceremony on the Village Green featuring music, a rifle salute and wreath-laying, and readings from local students. Community organizations may sign up to march in the parade. Event details
At its May 3 meeting, Common Council unanimously voted to close Maple Street in both directions from Springfield Ave to the nearest alleyways to allow for outdoor dining. The road will be closed from Thursday, May 5 to Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
Drop off clean, new or gently used reusable bags. If you are in need of reusable bags, stop by and take what you need. The City Hall lobby is open from 8:30AM to 4:30PM Monday through Friday.
Canned food and non-perishable items will be collected and donated to Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry of St. Teresa of Avila Church in Summit. A collection bin will be in the police department lobby at City Hall and in several other Summit locations. More info and drop-off locations
Early voting will take place on Friday, June 3, from 10AM to 8PM; Saturday, June 4 from 10AM to 8PM; and Sunday, June 5, from 10AM to 6PM. View early voting sites
May 31 is the deadline to renew dog and cat licenses for the next license year, which begins on June 1. Please note: The Summit Dog & Cat Hospital is no longer providing free rabies vaccinations for Summit residents dogs & cats. Renew now
Get to know the members of the Summit Police Department. Collect trading cards until May 31. Children in Pre-K through fifth grade can enter the raffle to be held in June to win prizes based on the number of cards they collect. Program guidelines
Bring yard sale quality items to share or take whatever you need - it is all FREE at the Municipal Transfer Station on 40 New Providence Ave. on the second Saturday of each month. To volunteer or for more information email pressoffice@cityofsummit.org. Summit Free Market website
New ban prohibits distribution of single-use plastic carryout bags by retail stores/businesses. Grocery stores larger than 2,500 sqft may not provide single-use paper bags, and must provide/sell reusable bags. New law also prohibits use of polystyrene. Understanding the Ban (pdf)
