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Union County Kicks Off the Holiday Season with the Return of ‘UC Loves Small Biz’ Campaign

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce the return of the “UC Loves Small Biz” campaign as part of the annual Union County Small Business Month initiative. In a commitment to strengthening small businesses, residents and visitors alike are invited to explore and support its diverse range of local businesses. From November 29th through December 24th, the county will promote its “shop, dine, and support local” initiative, emphasizing the contributions small businesses make in Union County.

“Shopping locally this holiday season is one of the best ways to invest in our community,” said Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “Every purchase at a local small business helps support our neighbors, creates jobs, and contributes to the unique character of Union County. Last year’s ‘UC Loves Small Biz’ campaign was a tremendous success, and we look forward to building on that momentum to ensure our small businesses continue to thrive for years to come.”

The UC Loves Small Biz website will connect people to local businesses by providing links to downtown districts and chambers of commerce, as well as local websites with the ability to search and browse for a business by category.

These functions will offer a streamlined and efficient way to discover the unique products and services that Union County businesses have to offer. A dedicated section of the site will showcase local events and promotions, serving as a digital bulletin board where businesses can share exciting activities, discounts, and happenings.

From November 29th through December 24th, the Union County social media platforms will be highlighting local businesses, sharing pictures, posting videos, and advertising special events and promotions. Residents, visitors and businesses are invited to post their photos with the hashtag #UCLOVESSMALLBIZ to share their experiences with others. By supporting small businesses, individuals ensure that these enterprises flourish, making the community even more vibrant for Union County residents.

Union County will also be holding the Annual Holiday Toy Drive to spread joy and hope to families in need, from November 25^th to December 20^th 2024. To find drop-off locations, as well as a donation wish list, please visit on ucnj.org/toy-drive-list/.

To learn more about the “UC Loves Small Biz” campaign, please visit ucnj.org/UCLOVESSMALLBIZ/.

For more information, please contact Jeff Brooks, Office of Business Development, at 908-659-7412 or by email at Jeffrey.brooks@ucnj.org.

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Public Notice of Special Commissioner Meeting

Under the terms of the “Open Public Meetings Act P.L. 1975, C. 231 and N.J.S.A. 10:4-6 et seq., please be advised that it is necessary for the Union County Board of County Commissioners to hold a Special Meeting on Friday, November, 1 2024 at 5:00 pm at the Union County Administration Building, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Official action will be taken relative to the following resolutions:

Authorizing the County Manager to include a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) in the Bid Specifications for the project entitled: Ice Rink at Warinanco Park project.
Authorizing the County Manager to include a Project Labor Agreement (PLA) in the Bid Specifications for the project entitled: Clark Reservoir Improvements project.

James E. Pellettiere
Clerk of the Board
Union County Board of County Commissioners

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Change in Poll Location for Voters in Districts 15 and 22 in Union Township

Attention Voters in Union Township

Voters in Union Twp Districts 15 & 22 will now vote at the Union Township Senior Center located at 652 Rahway Avenue. Please note, the previous location at Hannah Caldwell School is closed. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your cooperation!

Make sure to share this update with your friends and neighbors to keep our community informed!

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Public Notice – Clark Reservoir

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the COUNTY OF UNION is proposing a change in use for a 1.14-acre portion of its Park commonly known as the Clark Reservoir.

With the exception of improvements to the dam, the Clark Reservoir has remained unchanged since the Middlesex Water Company transferred the property to the Township of Clark in the 1990s (and who in turn, subsequently transferred it to the County in 2008).

The proposed change will include constructing: (1) A boat ramp with a floating dock; (2) A fishing pier; (3) A fixed timber pier with kayak storage and floating dock with kayak launches; (3) A boat storage building that will include a stamped concrete patio and public restrooms; (4) Developing new hiking trails, or renovating existing ones, that will entail two pedestrian bridges and a retaining wall in the northeast corner of the central lake (i.e. between the Raritan Road and NJ Parkway Bridges); (5) A stormwater detention area solely serving the Park; (6) Parking facilities that will have access through Madison Ave for the central lake; and (7) a boat ramp on the east lake (i.e. east of the Parkway Bridge) with parking area that will have access through Wendell Avenue (collectively “the Project”).

The Clark Reservoir is a 200-acre park with a large body of water (the “Reservoir”) and surrounding land located in the municipalities of Clark, Scotch Plains and Westfield, New Jersey. It was formerly known as the Middlesex Water Co. Reservoir.

The Project will include work at the following Blocks (“B”) and Lots (“L”) in Clark: B-53, L-35; B-52, L-11.02; B-52, L-12; B-52, L-13; B-33, L-35; B-42, L-89.01 and B-198, L-1.0101. No work will be done in the portions of the Park located in Scotch Plains and Westfield.

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:36-25.6(a)1, a Hearing to obtain public comment on this proposed change of purpose or use will be held at the Clark Council Chambers, 315 Westfield Ave, in Clark, NJ 07066, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm.

All information submitted by the County of Union regarding the proposed change in use is available for public inspection with the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza – 2^nd Floor, Elizabeth, NJ 07207. This information is also available on the County’s website at https://ucnj.org/public-notices/.

Written comments on the proposed change in purpose or use may be directed to Kevin Campbell, Esq., Assistant County Counsel at kcampbell@ucnj.org or mailed to the Office of the County Counsel, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07207.

Please send a copy of any comments submitted on this request to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Transactions and Public Land Administration, Public Land Compliance Section, 401 East State Street, 7th Floor, Mail Code 401-07, P.O. Box 420, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0420. Comments by email can go to PublicLandCompliance@dep.nj.gov.

Public comment on this proposed change in purpose or use will be accepted during the public hearing or until December 10, 2024 for written comments. On or after December 11, 2024, the COUNTY OF UNION may take formal action to approve the proposed change in purpose or use.

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New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit Visiting Union County

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission’s Mobile Unit is visiting Elizabeth and Roselle offering REALID, renewals and duplicate title services.

Visit https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit/ to make an appointment online.

October 21st

Union County Probation
1143 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201

October 28th

Legislative Office
129 East First Avenue, Roselle, NJ 07093

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Public Hearing – Wheatena Park

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the COUNTY OF UNION is proposing a change in use for a portion of parkland owned by the County of Union within the City of Rahway, New Jersey.

The proposed change is to convert 0.41 acres of open space/parkland to a dog park as requested by the City of Rahway, located at Block 227, Lot 6 and Block 224, Lot 34 of which is known as Wheatena Park, 1850 Elizabeth Ave, Rahway, NJ 07065. The City of Rahway is proposing to install fencing around the perimeter of the dog park along with other dog park amenities.

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 7:36-25.6(a)1, a hearing to obtain public comment on this proposed change of purpose or use will be held at Rahway City Hall, 1 City Hall Plaza, Rahway, NJ 07065, on November 6, 2024 at 6:00pm.

All information submitted by the County of Union regarding the proposed change in use is available for public inspection with the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07207. This information is also available on the County’s website at https://ucnj.org/public-notices/.

Written comments on the proposed change in purpose or use may be directed to Emilie T. Ngo, Esq., Second Deputy County Counsel at engo@ucnj.org or mailed to the Office of the County Counsel, 10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, NJ 07207.

Public comment on this proposed change in purpose or use will be accepted during the public hearing or until November 20, 2024. On or after November 21, 2024, the COUNTY OF UNION may take formal action to approve the proposed change in purpose or use.

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Union County invites all Military Personnel to free Networking Mixer this October

The Union County Board of County Commissioners cordially invites all military veterans, active duty personnel and veteran’s service providers to attend a free Networking Mixer on Wednesday, October 16^th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Tavern, located inside the Galloping Hill Golf Course, 3 Golf Drive in Kenilworth.

“We are excited to host our Networking Mixer for all military personnel living in Union County,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “One of the several ways we honor the sacrifices they have made is by creating programs and opportunities for them to foster connections, pursue education goals, find employment, and, most importantly, feel valued and supported by the community they so bravely served.”

The Networking Mixer offers a valuable opportunity for veterans and military personnel, to connect to resources and establish relationships within the community. The event will feature complimentary food and a cash bar.

Attendance at the mixer is free, but pre-registration is required. To register, please visit ucnj.org/veterans.

“I want to thank the Office of Veteran Services for their dedication in supporting the courageous men and women who have selflessly served this country. Their commitment to the well-being of our veterans and military personnel makes these events not only possible, but successful,” said Union County Commissioner Alexander Mirabella, Liaison to the Veteran Affairs Committee. “I invite all Union County veterans and military personnel to join us on October 16th. It will be a great opportunity to explore new possibilities and connect with fellow comrades in a relaxed and beautiful setting.”

For more information on this event, or to learn about other programs through The Office of Veteran Services, please call Geoff Smith with the Office of Veteran Services at 908-527-4918 or email at W.Geoff.Smith@ucnj.org.

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Mosquito Control spraying Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for mosquitoes Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 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 Hts. – Grant St. Area, Summit Ave., Garfield St. Area, Berkshire Dr., Orion Rd.,Watchung Way, Circleview Ave.
Clark – Conger Way, Schwinn Dr. Area, Kennedy Dr. Area, Jupiter St.
Cranford – Casino Av., Pacific Av., Wadsworth Ter., Manor Av., Parker Av. Tuxedo Pl.
Hillside – Harvard Av., Cornell Pl., John St. Area, Mertz Av., Munn Av., Bond St. Area
Linden – Tremley Pt. Area,
Plainfield – Jefferson Av., 1st St., Rock Av., Wiley Av. Area, E.3rd St., St. Nicholas Blvd.
Rahway – Elston Av., Randolph Av., Martin St., Dudley Ct., Leesville Av.
Roselle – Pine St., Holly Dr., Cherry St., Birch Dr. Area, Path by RXR Tracks
Scotch Plains – Frank St., Raritan Rd., Martine Extension, Tussle Ln., Goodmans Crossing
Springfield – Cottage Ln., Berkeley Rd. Area, Oakland Av., Waverly Av.
Union – Hickory Rd. Area, Liberty Av.

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Mosquito Spraying Saturday Morning, September 14th

Please be advised, Union County Mosquito Control will be spraying for mosquito Saturday, September 14, 2024, between the hours of 3:00AM to 8:00AM (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.

Clark – Oak Ridge Rd., Conger Way Area,
Scotch Plains – Union County Votech., Police Academy, Martine Extension, Tussel Ln., Goodmans Crossing

County Parks

Oak Ridge
Green Brook
Cedar Brook

City Parks

Plainfield – Milt Campbell

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On Monday, September 16th, two Rahway River Park entrances will be closed to vehicular traffic for necessary tree maintenance. Pedestrian access will remain available.

🚧 Park Notice: Rahway River Park Entrance Closure 🚧

On Monday, September 16th, Rahway River Park will be closed to vehicular traffic for necessary tree maintenance.

🚗 Entrances affected:

St. Georges Avenue
Valley Road

🚶‍♂️ Pedestrian access will remain available under the guidance of on-site security.

This is being done for the safety of all park visitors. Thank you for your cooperation!