Linden City Council Meeting – May 19th, 2026 (Live Stream)

The Linden City Council held a meeting on May 19, 2026, which included a detailed presentation and public hearing on the 2026 municipal budget totaling approximately $144 million. The budget emphasized allocations for public safety, statutory expenses including pensions, and capital improvement projects such as multi-park playground upgrades and public works infrastructure. The council discussed the city’s debt management, noting a net debt of nearly $100 million with capacity for additional borrowing under state limits. Several ordinances were introduced and amended, including zoning changes, penalties for violations, and regulations on short-term rentals and dog ownership. Public comments addressed concerns about tax increases, PILOT programs, festival consolidations, and transparency in development and enforcement actions. The council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.32 million bond ordinance for park improvements, and highlighted ongoing capital projects and grant applications to offset borrowing. The meeting also recognized National Public Works Week and included reports on city services and community events.