Government

COVID-19

Learn more about the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak and helpful information from the City of Summit.

Mayor Nora Radest

Learn more about Summit's mayor, how the office operates, and access contact info for Mayor Nora Radest.

Common Council

View members of the common council and learn more about their term limits; how to contact members; and more.

Administration

The Office of the Administrator is responsible for the overall management of the City's workforce and the development and oversight of the operating and capital budgets, personnel administration, public information and the development and management of special projects.

Boards & Commissions

View our Boards & Commissions along with agendas & minutes.

City Clerk

The City Clerk serves as the secretary to the municipal corporation and governing body, and local election administrator, providing a variety of administrative and community relations services.

Community Programs (Recreation)

Visit the Summit Community Programs website to browse available programs and register.

Community Services (DCS)

The Department of Community Services (DCS) is responsible for Engineering and Public Works, Code Administration [Code/Construction/Planning/Zoning], and the City’s Environmental Initiatives and serves as the single point of contact for all property and land development issues.

Development Regulations Ordinance (DRO)

Court & Traffic Violations

View contact information for local court officials as well as hours and information about domestic violence and court room standards.

Finance & Taxes

The Office of the Treasurer administers the financial affairs of the City, including purchasing, general accounting, salary and benefits administration, investments, preparation of bond issues, as well as the accounting of all City capital projects.

Emergency Management

Our office protects against the impacts of natural and man-made emergencies and disaster on people, property, environment and economy in Summit through mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery efforts.

Fire Department

The City of Summit Fire Department (SFD) provides a comprehensive array of services including fire suppression; fire prevention; public fire safety education; rescue; 911 telecommunications; and emergency medical services at the first responder level.

Free Public Library

The Summit Free Public Library is a destination vital to the fabric of the community. The library is a focal point for knowledge, entertainment, social gathering and the exchange of ideas.The library informs, enriches and inspires the community.

Health & Vital Statistics

The Summit Health Department is dedicated to furthering the health and well being of Summit citizens.

Housing Authority

In Summit, the Housing Authority owns and manages 195 low-rent family, elderly, and handicapped housing units.

Human Resources

Parking Services

The Parking Services Agency is dedicated to providing municipal parking for visitors, shoppers, residents, and employees of downtown Summit.

Staff Directory

The City of Summit's Staff Directory.

Police Department

The Summit Police Department strives for excellence in the professional and courteous delivery of police services with the goal of continuing to build collaborative relationships within the Summit community.

Communications Office

The Public Information Officer reports to the City Administrator and oversees external and internal communications; public relations and events; brand identity; as well as communications and marketing strategy for the City of Summit.

Agendas & Minutes

Access easily searchable meeting agendas and minutes for various boards, commissions, and committees.

FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions.

Community Directory

The City of Summit's Community Directory.

Links & Resources

Access important government links to local, county, and state level resources and contacts.

Employment

View the City of Summit's current open employment opportunities.

Contact Us

Use the online contact us form to contact City officials with your questions.

Speeches

Speeches by Mayor Nora Radest

Meet the Mayor

Mayor Nora Radest organizes monthly events to meet citizens of Summit in locations throughout the city.

COVID-19 Response

Broad Street West Redevelopment

The City of Summit Planning Board has designed the triangle section of land between Broad Street and Morris Avenues, and Maple Street as "an area in need of redevelopment." Members of the residential and business community are invited to participate in the planning process, share ideas for specific uses and improvements, express architectural design preferences and review proposed project material.

Summit Park Line

Local Government Week 2023