Category: Public Info

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• Residents needing assistance with shelter, food and other resources can call the Union County Department of Human Services Action Line at 888-845-3434 or 908-558-2288.
• Regular hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. will resume on Friday, September 3.

County Administration Building at 10 Elizabethtown Plaza

• Resuming normal operations on Friday.

County Clerk’s Operations

• Resuming normal operations on Friday.

Surrogate Operations

• Resuming normal operations on Friday.

Vaccination and Testing Operations:

• Covid-19 testing at Kean –  Due to inclement weather and flooding on the Kean University Campus, Union County Covid-19 testing for September 2, 2021 will be postponed until Friday, September 3, 2021 between the hours of 8am – 12pm.
• Mobile Vax operation updates below
• Any vaccination appointments for the Dunns Center that were scheduled for Thursday will be moved to next week.

Wednesday, September 1st  – Hillside
Postponed to Saturday, September 4th; Noon to 2pm
Held during “Success Is In The Bag” Back to school Giveaway – First Baptist Church
166 Hillside Avenue
Rain date –  Saturday, September 4th Noon to 2pm
Pfizer / J & J Vaccines offered; Covid testing available

Thursday, September 2nd –   Elizabeth
Postponed to Thursday, September 9th; 3pm to 5pm
Make the Road NJ
42 Broad Street
Pfizer / J & J Vaccines offered; Covid testing available

Thursday, September 2nd  – Union
Postponed to Wednesday, September 8th; 3pm to 5pm
Union (Back to School) Rabkin Park
1 Swanstrom Place E
Pfizer / J & J Vaccines offered; Covid testing available

Recycling Events and Programs

• The scrap metal drop-off program for Thursday, September 2 has been cancelled at both the Cranford and Rahway locations.
• The next scheduled drop-off date is Saturday, September 18.

Union County, NJ — Residents are advised that conditions are still hazardous and travel is limited in parts of Union County following Hurricane Ida.

Residents needing assistance with shelter, food and other resources can call the Union County Department of Human Services Action Line at (888) 845-3434 or (908) 558-2288.

The Action Line is open for extended hours today, Thursday September 2, until 6:00 p.m. Regular hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. will resume on Friday, September 3.

“Please don’t be fooled by today’s good weather. Emergency workers are still engaged in recovery operations from yesterday’s destructive storm. We ask everyone to help out by keeping the roads clear, and keeping an eye out for hazardous conditions,” said Commissioner Board Chairman Alexander Mirabella.

Flooding in Parks: Flooding and damaged equipment has created hazards in many County parks and other public spaces. Residents are asked not to visit parks today and avoid all other unnecessary travel.



Falling Trees: Trees in parks, along streets and in yards may continue to fall throughout the day, even without windy conditions, as over-saturated ground loosens around their roots.

Union County facilities and programs impacted by the storm — status on Thursday, September 2:

The Union County Administration Building at 10 Elizabethtown Plaza is closed.



The Union County Courts are closed. Virtual operations will not be conducted.



The Union County Clerk’s office in Elizabeth is closed. The Westfield office is open.



The Union County Surrogate’s office in Elizabeth is closed.



Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.



Recycling: Today’s scrap metal drop-off program has been cancelled at both the Cranford and Rahway locations. The next scheduled drop-off date is Saturday, September 18.



The Trailside Nature & Science Center is closed.



Watchung Stable is closed to visitors. Staff is on site caring for horses.


COVID-19 Tests and Vaccinations


The Union County COVID-19 Call Center is not taking calls today.



The Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University is closed. (appointments have been rescheduled). 



Today’s COVID-19 vaccination and testing event has been rescheduled to Wednesday, September 8th; 3pm to 5pm in Union Township.


Visit ucnj.org/vax for location details, and for information on all of Union County’s upcoming vaccination and testing events. 


Visit ucnj.org for all other information and updates.

Union County, NJ – The Board of Elections is seeking tech-savvy residents who can commit to work during the early voting period. Union County residents seeking an opportunity to help their community vote in the state’s first ever early voting period may register at the Union County Board of Elections website.

Poll workers will be responsible for ensuring the first ever early voting period is a success by performing essential functions to ensure our community can exercise their right to vote.

“I am proud that New Jersey is expanding voters’ rights by instituting early voting.  The Election Board is seeking committed, qualified residents, to help administer this election,” states Nicole DiRado, Administrator. 

Early voting poll workers must commit to working October 23 through October 31, 2021.  The hours from Monday through Saturday are 9am – 9pm.  The hours on Sundays are 9am to 7pm.  The hourly rate is $14.29.  Training will be paid if the poll worker completes their early voting working commitment.

Residents interested in serving as an Early Voting Poll Worker must complete the form online at https://ucnj.org/boe/district-board-member-application-for-appointment-early-voting/.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University, the Mobile Test Unit, vaccination information, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.

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Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of Elections announces that the secure ballot drop boxes are open ahead of the Rahway Special School Election scheduled for September 28, 2021.

Ballot drop boxes are under 24/7 camera surveillance. Board of Election staff picks up the ballots every day. 

During the 2020 Presidential Election, the Election Board installed 24 ballot drop boxes to ensure voting was safe, convenient and accessible during the state’s first, all mail-in election.  The Board is committed to ensuring voting is safe, convenient and accessible to all voters.  The secure drop box in Rahway is located at the Rahway Recreation Center, 275 E. Milton Avenue.  For a complete list of drop boxes, please visit https://ucnj.org/boe/ballot-drop-box-locations/.

Rahway voters who chose to vote by mail-in ballot may deposit their ballot in any Union County Drop Box up until 8:00pm on September 28, 2021.  Voters may also mail their ballot by September 28, ensuring it is postmarked; ballots received through the USPS by October 4, 2021 will be canvassed and counted.  Voters may return their ballots in person to the Union County Board of Elections by close of the polls on Election Day: September 28, 2021 at 8:00pm.  Voters may also vote in person on September 28, 2021 from 2:00pm to 8:00pm.  To find your polling location, visit https://ucnj.org/boe/where-do-i-vote/.

For additional assistance, please contact 908-527-4123 or email the Board of Elections at boesupport@ucnj.org.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University, the Mobile Test Unit, vaccination information, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.

Connect with Union County on social media.

Tonight’s presentation of Tom & Jerry at Warinanco Park for Tuesday, August 10th has been postponed until tomorrow, Wednesday, August 11th due to inclement weather and field conditions.  

Union County, NJ – Union County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi announces that the drawing for the ballot positions for the 2021 General Election will be held on Monday, August 9 at 3:00 p.m. at the Union County Courthouse, located at 2 Broad Street in Elizabeth.

The drawing will be live streamed on Union County’s Facebook. The video will appear when the drawing commences at 3:00 p.m.

For more information about the County Clerk’s election services visit unioncountyvotes.com or contact the Elections Division at 908-527-4996 or ucvote@ucnj.org.

For more information about all County Clerk programs and services, visit online at ucnj.org/county-clerk or call 908-527-4787.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University, the Mobile Test Unit, vaccination information, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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The boil water alert previously issued by American Water has been lifted.

More details: https://www.amwater.com/alerts/extended/mandatory-boil-water-advisory-issued-for-9-towns-in-middlesex-somerset-and-union-counties

Enjoy a free, outdoor concert – registration is not required

Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to present Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes at Oak Ridge Park in Clark. The concert will take place on Saturday, July 24 beginning at 6 p.m.

Attendees will have the pleasure of enjoying two opening acts, Ray Andersen and the First Verse and The Rusty Monks.

“Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes has been a fan-favorite act in Union County for many years,” said Commissioner Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “As one of New Jersey’s most iconic rock acts, we are looking forward to a fantastic show.”

Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes are among the creators of the legendary Jersey Shore Sound. The talented band  has recorded more than 30 albums and toured all over the world during the past five decades while playing a classic blend of searing rock, soul, and blues accompanied by a solid guitar sound and a blistering horn section.

Ray Andersen and The First Verse will open the stage with their rock sounds and the Rusty Monks will be opening with their groove oriented mixture of funk, rock, Latin and jazz started by Housecatnick in the early 2000’s.

Please bring your own blankets and/or lawn chairs.

Food trucks and restrooms will be on site.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University, the Mobile Test Unit, vaccination information, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.

Connect with Union County on social media.

Department of Parks and Recreation receives sixth NACo Award in 3 years

Union County, NJ – The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce the Department of Parks and Recreation received a 2021 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for “Bringing Nature and History to the Homebound and Disabled Program”. The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents. The Award was presented to County Officials on Sunday, July 11 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Prince George’s County, MD.

During the COVID-19 pandemic when restrictions closed many County facilities, the Department of Department of Parks and Recreation launched a two-prong program. The Trailside Nature & Science Center produced a host of online nature programs and the Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs created a series of video tours of historic sites.

“The Board of County Commissioners is proud that our Department of Parks and Recreation has received its sixth NACo Acheivement Award since 2018. It’s especially noteworthy that Union County is one of only three counties in the State of New Jersey to receive an award in 2021,” said County Commissioner Chairman Alexander Mirabella. “We look forward to having residents of all ages enjoy these virtual programs to further their education of the history and natural heritage that Union County has to offer.”

The online nature programs and virtual tours can be found on the County website at ucnj.org. The Trailside productions allow for residents to learn all about bugs and birds, along with other wildlife adventures online. The multiple virtual tour options include a “visit” to Boxwood Hall in Elizabeth, where George Washington dined with his old friend Elias Boudinot before heading to New York to be sworn in as the nation’s first president. This menu of engaging and universally accessible virtual resources will become a permanent resource of Union County.

“During the pandemic the Department of Parks and Recreation was able to effectively pivot and adjust their programs so that our residents could continue to benefit from what the County has to offer,” said County Commissioner and Chair of the Parks and Programming Committee, Andrea Staten. “The Board of County Commissioners congratulates all those that worked towards making this program an award winning success.”

Since 2018, Union County Department of Parks and Recreation has received six NACo Awards for the programming developed, including:

2018 – Feltville Interpretation Program

2018 – Embracing our Historic Legacy

2019 – Experiencing Nature, Experiencing Play: Taking Inclusive From Lip Service to Reality

2020 – Engaging Children in our History

2020 – Every Kid in a Park

2021 – Bringing Nature and History to the Homebound and Disabled

For more information on Union County Parks call 908-527-4900, email parksinfo@ucnj.org or visit ucnj.org/parks-recreation/.

Nationally, NACo awards are given in 18 different categories that reflect the vast, comprehensive services counties provide. The categories include children and youth, criminal justice and public safety, county administration, information technology, health, civic engagement and many more. For more information on the National Association of Counties, visit naco.org.

For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including the Union County COVID-19 Test Center at Kean University, the Mobile Test Unit, vaccination information, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.

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For all Union County programs and services visit ucnj.org, call the Public Info Line, 877-424-1234, email info@ucnj.org or use the online Contact Form.

Connect with Union County on social media.