Under the terms of the Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, C. 231, and pursuant to requirements of N.J.S.A 10: 4-10, please be advised that circumstances necessitate amending the 2025 Meeting Schedule of the Union County Board of County Commissioners.
As such, the Union County Board of County Commissioners is advising the public, in accordance with the law, the cancellation and rescheduling of the Agenda Setting Session and the Regular Meeting of Thursday, October 16, 2025.
The aforementioned meetings will be rescheduled to take place on Thursday, October 23, 2025. As is the case for all Agenda Setting Sessions and Regular Meetings, the Agenda Setting Session will commence at 6:00 PM with the Regular Meeting commencing as soon as possible following the conclusion of the Agenda Setting Session. Both meetings will be held in the Commissioner Meeting Room, Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, 6th Floor, Elizabeth, New Jersey as originally advertised.
Persons requiring a sign language interpreter should contact the Office of the Clerk of the Board at 908-527-4140.
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying Thursday, September 4, 2025, between the hours of 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM Weather Permitting. Check below for a list of areas to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Cranford – Riverside Dr.
Hillside – Harvard Ave. Area, Cornell Ave., John St., Eastern Pkwy., McLean Pl. area, Aldine St. Area, Williamson Ave. Mertz Ave., Clark St., Munn Ave.
Mountainside – 1400 block Rt.22
Plainfield – Huntington Ave. between Plainfield Ave. and Maltby Ave., Grant Ave., Wadsworth Ave., Deborah Ct., Leland Ct., Raymond Ave., Cole Pl., Milton Pl., Berkeley Ter., Andover Ave., Acadamy Ave., Reeves Ter., Carlisle Ter., Wiley Ave. Area
TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to the provision of Chapter 213 of the Public Laws of 1975, the following Notice of Meetings of the Union County Community Development Revenue Sharing Committee for the fiscal year 2025-2026 is hereby provided to the Public.
Please be advised that the regular meetings and the administrative meetings of the Union County Community Development Revenue Sharing Committee will be conducted as virtual meetings via a video conferencing platform. If you would like to attend any of the meetings, please call Charlene Bathelus at 908-527-4023 or email cbathelus@ucnj.org for links and/or additional information.
Philip Kandl, Director Division of Community Services Department of Economic Development County of Union
Lately, I’ve been hearing a growing wave of concern from voters about mail-in ballots (VBMs): how they’re sent out, how they’re counted, and whether they’re truly secure.
This concern isn’t unfounded – it’s being fueled by a flood of misinformation that’s threatening to undermine the confidence in one of the most secure and accessible voting methods we have.
It’s time to set the record straight.
Mail-in ballots, long known as absentee ballots, have evolved significantly over the years. In New Jersey, for example, voters no longer need to provide a reason to vote by mail. What was once a highly restrictive process—only available to those in the hospital or overseas, and not even extended to pregnant women—is now an accessible option for all registered voters.
This change is especially critical for two of the largest and most influential voting blocs in our country: university students and senior citizens. Many students attend college far from their registered voting districts, and many seniors prefer the safety and convenience of voting from home. For both groups, mail-in ballots provide a secure, reliable, and accessible means to make their voices heard—no matter where they are.
Importantly, the mail-in ballot process is highly regulated to safeguard against fraud. Voters must fill out a formal application and sign it. That signature is then carefully compared to the one on file in the statewide registration database. Only if the signatures match is a ballot issued. If there’s a mismatch, voters must provide verified identification before receiving a ballot.
Deadlines matter: For the November 4th General Election, the deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot in New Jersey is Tuesday, October 28th. To be counted, all vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked by the close of Election Day. Ballots are not counted until Election Day, and results are not released until after polls close, ensuring fairness for all voters—whether they vote early, by mail, or in person.
Allegations of widespread voter fraud are not supported by evidence. Investigations by reputable and diverse sources—including the Brennan Center, the Republican National Lawyers Association, the Government Accountability Office, and top universities like Arizona State and Columbia—have concluded that voter fraud is exceedingly rare. Most claims turn out to be clerical errors or unfounded accusations following close contests.
As a former president of a national organization of election officers, I can personally vouch for the integrity, dedication, and professionalism of those who administer our elections. The system is built on transparency, accountability, and fairness.
Mail-in ballots remain a secure, responsible, and effective way to vote—Let’s ensure every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate fully in our democracy without fear, misinformation, or unnecessary barriers.
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying County and Municipal Parks Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025, between the hours of 3:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M. (Weather Permitting). Check below for the list of Parks to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654- 9835.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, the State Planning Commission shall conduct six public hearings for the purpose of receiving testimony on the draft Final New Jersey’s State Development and Redevelopment Plan and the draft Infrastructure Needs Assessment pursuant to the State Planning Act at N.J.S.A. 52:18A-202(c) as set forth in the State Planning Rules N.J.A.C. 15:30-5.2.
Additionally, under N.J.A.C. 15:30 -1.7 (c), municipalities and counties are required to post the attached notice on their website by August 29, 2025. The public hearings notice can also be found here. Feel free to share this with other municipal and county officials.
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for mosquitoes Friday August 22, 2025, between the hours of 6:00PM to 11:00PM Weather Permitting. Check below for a list of areas to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
Berkeley Heights – Grant St. Area, Garfield St., Kuntz Ave. Area, Camptown Dr.
Clark – Parkway Dr.., Highland Pl., Blake Dr., Midwood Dr. Area, Miller Ave., Riverside Dr., King St. Bartell Pl., Feather Bed Ln., Old Raritan Rd., Frances Dr., St. Agnes Back Parking lot
Cranford – Kenilworth Blvd. U.C. Police Yard
Hillside – Conant St., Valley View Rd. Area, Harvard Ave., Cornell Ave., John St.
New Providence – Union Ave. between Farm Gate Rd. and Kline Blvd.
Plainfield – Salem Rd., Hollywood Ave., Florence Ave., Pemberton Ave., Huntington Ave. between Plainfield Ave. and Maltby Ave., Worth Dr.
Rahway – Elston St., Randolph Ave., Leesville Av., Wall St., Donald Ave., Jones Pl., Elizabeth Ave., Allen St., Price St., Kearny Ave. Area, Egolf Dr., Linden Ave., Walking Path between Whittier St. and Linden Ave.
Roselle Park – Lehigh Ave., E.Colfax Ave.
Scotch Plains – Frank St.
Springfield – Oakland Ave., Waverly Ave., Cottage Ln.,Marion Ave., Washington Ave., Riverside Dr.
Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying county and municipal parks Wednesday morning, August 20, 2025, between the hours of 3:00 A.M. to 7:00 A.M. (Weather Permitting). Check below for the list of Parks to be sprayed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Union County Office of Mosquito Control at 908-654-9834 or 908-654-9835.
County Parks
Clark – Oak Ridge
Cranford – Nomahegan
Hillside – Conant
Mountainside – Echo Lake, Lenape Trail, Watchung Res. Loop Area, Trailside Nature and Science Center
Plainfield – Cedar Brook, Green Brook
Roselle – Warinanco
Springfield – Meisel
Municipal Park
Linden – Memorial
Plainfield – Milt Campbell
Rahway – Flanagan
Roselle Park – Walking Path between Galloping Hill Rd. and Chestnut St.
The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites all residents to enjoy the last concert in the Summer Arts Festival series: an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment from Zabo Circus, Michael & the Rockness Monsters, and Joanie Leeds on August 23rd in Oak Ridge Park, from 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
“Our Summer Arts Festival is one of the highlights of the season, and we’re excited to close out this year’s series with an afternoon of music, laughter, and community that everyone can enjoy, from our youngest residents to our oldest,” said Union County Commissioner Lourdes M. Leon. “This event is truly for everyone. There will be something there to spark joy for every member of the family.”
Zabo Circus, led by 4th-generation circus legend Zabo, delivers a high-energy, one-ring show featuring world-class performers from diverse backgrounds. Zabo creates a show that thrills audiences of all ages with its modern twist on the classic American circus. This family-friendly performance is designed to captivate and amaze audiences of all ages.
Nationally celebrated for their interactive performances, Michael & the Rockness Monsters bring communities together with catchy and heartfelt songs that blend humor and positivity. As part of Rockness Music, a music program for children, they have been able to spread their positive message with hundreds of schools and thousands of children through seven albums, the most recent earning the acclaim of Sirius/XM.
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Joanie Leeds is set to bring her unique fusion of rock and activism to the stage. For the past 15 years, Joanie has brought her folk-rock favorites to family audiences, blending her background as an early childhood music educator with a degree in Musical Theater. The result is an engaging mix of music and storytelling that captivate audiences of all ages.
Performances will begin at 12:00pm on Saturday, August 23 in Oak Ridge Park in Clark. There will be hayrides, inflatable attractions and activities for children of all ages. Food trucks and ice cream will also be onsite for purchase. In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the Union County Performing Arts Center, located at 1601 Irving Street, Rahway. The Summer Arts Festival is free to attend.
The Union County Summer Arts Festival is provided with support from the Union County Education Association. For more information about the Summer Arts Festival or possible rain site, please visit www.ucnj.org/summer25 or call the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation at 908-527-4900.
