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Summit is what happens when a town decides to invest in itself and doesn't apologize for it. It's got better-maintained streets than most of Union County, a school district families actually move to rather than away from, and enough tree cover that you forget you're 25 miles from New York City. It's not fancy in an annoying way—it's just solid.
What Makes Summit Different
Unlike Springfield next door, Summit has managed to stay residential without feeling abandoned. Compare it to Westfield and you get something similar but less pretentious and with better transit access. It's got that "established suburban town" feel—brick storefronts, local owners who've been running the same businesses for years, and families who stay because moving away actually feels like losing something.
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About Summit
When is trash pickup in Summit?+
Trash and recycling schedules vary by street in Summit. Visit the Summit municipal website or contact Public Works for your specific pickup day. Most Union County municipalities offer online schedule lookup by address.
What school district covers Summit?+
Summit is served by its local public school district within Union County, NJ. The district includes elementary, middle, and high school levels. Visit the New Jersey Department of Education website or the Summit municipal site for enrollment information and school assignments by address.
How do I get a parking permit in Summit?+
Parking permits in Summit are issued through the municipal clerk or parking authority. Requirements and fees vary. Contact Summit Borough Hall or Township Hall directly, or visit the municipal website for current permit applications and residential parking zone information.
What are the best parks in Summit?+
Summit offers a variety of parks and recreational spaces maintained by the municipality and Union County Parks system. Warinanco Park, Echo Lake Park, and Nomahegan Park are among the most popular county parks. Visit ucnj.org/parks for the full county parks directory, or check the Summit municipal website for local park listings.
How do I contact Summit municipal offices?+
The Summit municipal offices handle permits, licenses, tax payments, and general resident services. Contact information is available on the official Summit municipal website. Most Union County municipalities are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. For after-hours emergencies, contact the local police non-emergency line.
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Summit resident questions
When is trash and recycling picked up?+
Summit trash is collected weekly on your regular trash day, including holidays. Leave trash up the driveway (not at the curb) by 6 a.m. Recycling is collected the same day at the curb by 6 a.m. by an outside contractor. DCS: 908-273-6404.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I schedule or drop off bulk items?+
Dial-A-Truck is Summit's free appointment-only bulky-item curbside pickup (max 5 items). Book the next date via Report-A-Concern. Remaining 2026 dates include October 8, November 12, December 10. Construction debris is not accepted. DCS 908-273-6404.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I apply for a marriage license?+
Marriage/civil-union license applications are by appointment only with Health & Vital Statistics at 908-277-6464. Forms are posted on the Health & Vital Statistics page.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
When and how is leaf and yard waste collected?+
Curbside leaf collection is on your household trash day. Place leaves in paper biodegradable bags; do not rake into the street. Spring 2026 collection has ended; fall 2026 dates TBD.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
What is the property tax rate, and when are quarterly taxes due?+
Taxes are due quarterly on February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. Third-quarter 2026 payments were due August 1, 2026, with a grace period through August 10. The millage rate is not published on the tax collection page.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I contact the tax collector?+
Summit Tax Collector Patricia R. Dougherty, City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, 908-273-6403. Regular hours Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
Who provides sewer and water service?+
The Summit Tax Collector collects taxes, sewer charges, and curb/sidewalk special assessments. The harvested pages do not name a separate drinking-water utility.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I apply for a building permit?+
Apply through the Construction Division (Code Administration) at City Hall. Call 908-273-6408 to confirm paperwork. Forms are in the DCS Document Center and the NJ DCA construction-permit forms site. Inspections are booked in writing or via the SDL portal.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I get a dog license?+
State law requires licensing every dog that has reached seven months or has permanent teeth. Summit licensing year is June 1–May 31; renew annually. Apply online or at the Health Department, 512 Springfield Avenue, 908-277-6464. Register within 10 days of moving to Summit.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I get a parking permit?+
A $10 annual Resident Permit (senior $5, Nov 1–Oct 31) from Parking Services is a dual permit for commuter lots and the Municipal Disposal Area, managed by license plate (no sticker). Parking Services: 908-522-5100, City Hall.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I sign up for recreation programs or the municipal pool?+
Department of Community Programs (908-277-2932) runs events, camps, classes, the Summit Family Aquatic Center, and the municipal golf course. Register at summitcommunityprograms.com.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
Where is the clerk's office and what are the hours?+
City Clerk Rosemary Licatese, Summit City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, 908-273-6400. Regular hours Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (summer: Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.).
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
What are the snow-emergency parking rules?+
No vehicle may be parked on any Summit street between 2:30 a.m. and 5 a.m., or when snow is forecast, unless an overnight-parking request is submitted to police before 2 a.m. Police non-emergency: 908-273-0051.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
When does the governing body meet?+
Summit Common Council meets twice monthly at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue. Agendas/minutes are posted; meetings are on YouTube and local cable.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I contact the board of health?+
Summit Health & Vital Statistics is at City Hall, 512 Springfield Avenue, 908-277-6464. Health Officer Megan Avallone. Regular hours Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I get a birth, marriage, or death certificate?+
Certified copies of Summit vital records use form REG-37A, posted on the Health & Vital Statistics page. Amendments are by appointment; call 908-277-6464 first.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
Where is the recycling drop-off and what can I bring?+
Municipal Transfer Station, 40 New Providence Avenue: recycling, composting, and solid-waste disposal. Hours Tuesday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m., Saturday 7:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m.; closed Sunday, Monday, holidays. A $10 resident disposal/parking permit is required.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
How do I report a pothole or reach public works?+
Report potholes and missed collections via Report-A-Concern / SeeClickFix, or call Department of Community Services (Public Works) at 908-273-6404 during business hours.
Source: official municipal page · Verified Aug 29, 2026
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