Council Listening Session in Summit, NJ

Summit residents can speak directly with Mayor Elizabeth Fagan and members of the Common Council on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

The listening session takes place at the Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Avenue. It is the second of four sessions the council is hosting this fall. Union County Life shares sessions like this so Summit residents know when they can be heard.

The sessions are informal. Residents can share concerns, ask questions, and offer suggestions without the time limits of a formal council meeting. Because these are not official public meetings, the number of elected officials present will be limited to follow the Open Public Meetings Act.

The remaining sessions are Tuesday, November 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., and Wednesday, December 9, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., both at the Community Center. Stay informed about Summit news and announcements on Union County Life.

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FAQ:

Q: Does it cost anything to attend the Summit council listening session?
A: No cost is listed for the Summit Common Council listening session. Residents are encouraged to stop by and join the conversation.

Q: Where is the Summit council listening session held?
A: The October 14 listening session is at the Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Avenue, Summit.

Q: Do I need to sign up to speak at the Summit listening session?
A: No sign up is listed. The sessions are informal, so Summit residents can stop by any time between 7:30 and 9 p.m. to share concerns or ask questions.

Q: Who will be at the October 14 listening session?
A: Mayor Elizabeth Fagan and members of the Summit Common Council will attend. The number of council members present is limited because the session is not an official public meeting.

Q: Where can I follow Summit council news?
A: Union County Life covers Summit Common Council meetings, listening sessions, and local news. Visit unioncountylife.com for updates.