News Flash

Restaurants open for outdoor dining, curbside pickup and takeout

At two meetings in June, Common Council approved measures to increase outdoor dining options and expand public spaces to help boost local economic recovery, and support businesses and restaurants as New Jersey slowly reopens.

Changes in curbside recycling collection

Recycling Flyer

SUMMIT, N.J., June 22, 2020 -- The City of Summit has updated its recycling procedures effective July 1, and includes the following:

• Recycling bins should be placed curbside before 6AM every Thursday, except holiday when collection will take...

Summit's National Night Out rescheduled to Tuesday October 6

Summit Police Dept has rescheduled its annual National Night Out from Tuesday, August 4 to Tuesday, October 6 at the request of the National Association of Town Watch to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Revised plans for the Fourth of July

SUMMIT, N.J., June 18, 2020 – The City of Summit is announcing a revised Fourth of July program that complies with ongoing COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions from the State of New Jersey. It does not include fireworks or activities that would ...

Summit is open for business

Sidewalk Cafe with parklet amendment applicationhttps://www.cityofsummit.org/DocumentCenter/View/4454/Sidewalk-Cafe-Application-with-Addendum-for-Use-of-Parklets-and-Outdoor-Seating

Outdoor dining guidelines pertaining to Executive Order 150 for restaurant...

COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program for renters

COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (CVERAP) enrollment will open from July 6 to July 10. Temporary rental assistance is available to low- and moderate-income households impacted by COVID-19. Applicants must meet income/eligibility requirements.

Info on mail-in-ballots and polling locations for 7/7 primary election

Summit Office of the City Clerk is providing information on mail-in-ballots and polling locations for the Tuesday, July 7 primary election as indicated by the Union County Board of Elections. As mandated by State of New Jersey Executive Order 144, vote-by...

Please do not feed or interact with wild animals

As warmer weather arrives, the Westfield Regional Health Dept warns about feeding or interacting with wildlife and stray animals. Take precaution and call police non-emergency number 908-273-0051 if encountering aggressive or distressed wildlife.

Fourth of July holiday update

SUMMIT, N.J., June 4, 2020 – The City of Summit is canceling its annual Fourth of July Celebration at Soldiers Memorial Field due to restrictions issued by the State of New Jersey to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The d...

Participate in the next Common Council meeting by video conference

The public is able to comment by video or audio conference with access codes and instructions available through link below. Council meetings are broadcast live on the City of Summit YouTube channel and HTTV Verizon ch 30 and Comcast ch36 and 34.

Permits and fees reinstated for parking in downtown Summit on July 15

Fees for on-street parking in downtown Summit or for parking in municipal lots and garages will be required beginning on Wednesday, July 15.

Deadline for animal licenses extended to August 31

The deadline for annual renewal of dog and cat licenses has been extended from May 31 to August 31, 2020. Summit residents with questions about licensing or rabies vaccinations should call the Summit Health Department at (908) 277-6464.

The Summit Family Aquatic Center opening on July 1

Due to COVID-19 restrictions from State of NJ, daily capacity reduced by 50% to 600 attendees max. Tables available, and members invited to bring their own chair. Mandatory safety protocols and state guidelines at available at summitcommunityprograms.com.

Registration deadline to vote in the next primary election is June 16

Executive Order 120 postponed the NJ primary election to Tuesday, July 7 in response to ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The last day to register to vote in NJ is Tuesday, June 16. Download application online or pick up/drop off in lobby at City Hall.