News & Announcements
Addendum Number 3 to Request for Bids for Sale of Water and Wastewater Systems
Please view post to download Addendum Number 3 issued June 8, 2023.
Road Resurfacing and Safety Improvements along Grant Street and Griffith Street, County Road #657
A ”Public Information Center” will be held on June 14th, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM to make the residents, officials, businesses and the general public aware of the upcoming “Road Resurfacing and Safety Improvements along Grant Street and Griffith Street, County Road #657”.
Addendum Number 2 to Request for Bids for Sale of Water and Wastewater Systems
Please view post to download Addendum Number 2 issued May 31, 2023.
Salem County 2023 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
On June 14, 2023 at 4pm, a Preliminary Draft Base Plan and Appendix for the on-going update of the Salem County Multi-Hazards Mitigation Plan for our community will be reviewed by a Working Group made up of local officials and representatives.
Request For Bids: Sale Of City Water And Wastewater Systems
Sealed bids must be received by the City no later than June 20, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. and must be accompanied by a bid bond in the amount of $20,000. Bids that are not received by 10:00 A.M. on June 20, 2023 at the City Administrator/Clerk’s office will be rejected.
Addendum Number 1 to Request for Bids for Sale of Water and Wastewater Systems
Please view post to download Addendum Number 1 Issued May 16, 2023.
DEP Emergent Condition Certification
Please view post to download the DEP Emergent Condition Certification 4-21-23 PDF.
Salem City WIPA Notice of Approval
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has approved the City of Salem’s Water Infrastructure Protection Act (WIPA) application on April 21, 2023, acknowledging the presence of Emergent Condition No. 4 and No. 5.
Important Information About Your Drinking Water
As you know, in the second quarter of 2022 our water system violated a New Jersey drinking water standard, and as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we have done and are continuing to do to correct this situation.
You Are Invited!
The City of Salem has been selected by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to receive support in developing a Vulnerability Assessment and Action Plan.
Emergency Water Restrictions
Effective June 17, 2022 – City Public Works Committee has determined that a local water emergency exists and has proceeded with an application to NJDEP Tor emergency approval to use Well No.9.
Dept of Commerce and Economic Development Public Meetings
Several public meetings will be held in 2022 regarding downtown redevelopment. The first meeting will take place via zoom on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 6:30pm.
City of Salem – WIPA: Notice of Approval
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has approved the City of Salem’s Water Infrastructure Protection Act (WIPA) application on January 22, 2021.
Reports and Analysis of the City of Salem’s Water and Sanitary Sewer Systems
Click link to download PDF: Description of existing Water and Sanitary Municipal Utility Facilities Water and Sanitary Utility rate Study Water and Sanitary Valuation Emergent Conditions Analysis
Q & A On Property Maintenance
In an effort to address the recent statements and concerns about the conditions of some of the properties in the City, we have put together the following Q and A.
Important Message from Atlantic City Electric – Past Due Balances
Atlantic City Electric is urging customers who may have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to contact the company.
DEP Urges Public to Help Control Mosquito Population by Eliminating Standing Water from Properties
As the phased reopening of New Jersey continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and warming weather, the Department of Environmental Protection reminds the public that controlling the mosquito population and risk for disease is more important than ever.
Recycling News
Check out the important county recycling events and info on Salem City.
Important RECYCLING Reminders
Attention Salem City Residents – Effective Immediately Please be attentive to the following: No recycling materials are to be put in plastic bags of any color or size. Recycling materials must be placed in an open container such as a trash can that can be dumped into...
2020 Fire Safety Sheet
Did you know that home fires are the sixth leading cause of death among seniors? Or that each year there are nearly 360,000 structural fires, resulting in over 2,500 deaths? Learn some simple steps that each of us can take to protect ourselves and our loved ones from the disaster of home fires.