News & Announcements
July Council Meeting Rescheduled
The July 20 meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 22 at 5:30 PM.
Redevelopment Agreement of Former Glass Factory Site
On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the City Council is expected to review and may consider approval of a Redevelopment Agreement related to the demolition and future redevelopment of the former glass factory site. A draft of the proposed agreement is being shared in this post.
Salem County Resource Guide
See post for various resources available in Salem County.
IAC Salem County Housing Resource Guide
Please see post for the Inter Agency Council of Human Services Housing Resource guide for Salem County.
Online Sale of 2025 & Prior Year Delinquent Municipal Charges
Publish Date: March 23, 2026
This on-line auction will be held on June 1, 2026. Please see post for other important dates and for the link to view all listings to be auctioned.
2026 Municipal Pesticide Packet – Salem County Mosquito Control
Please see post for a document from the County providing extensive information on mosquito control prior to the annual spraying season.
Addendum – Salem Pool Concept Plan
Publish Date: March 17, 2026
This is an addendum to the Repairs and Renovations to the Salem City Public Pool Bid Proposal
Bid Proposals – Repairs and Renovations to the Salem City Public Pool
Publish Date: February 20, 2026
Deadline: March 26, 2026. Please see post for details and to download the Bid Package.
Notice of March 9, 2026 Caucus Meeting
Publish Date: March 6, 2026
Opening at 5:30pm. Please see the post for the draft meeting agenda.
Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic
Saturday, February 28 from 9 AM – 12 PM. See post for more details.
Zoom Instructions for 1/26 Council Meeting
Due to the possible inclement weather on Monday 1/26, the Council meeting will be held via Zoom for any residents who may wish to join virtually.
IMPORTANT NOTICE – Recycling Schedule Changes
Beginning on January 9, 2026 the recycling schedule will change to every other Friday for the entire City of Salem. There will be no recycling picked up on Wednesday January 7. Visit the post to download the recycling schedule for the year.
City of Salem Holiday Schedule
Please see post for the holiday schedule for City offices and Trash & Recycling.
Public Notice of Open Book
The 2026 proof book will be open for public viewing on December 26, 2025 from 8:30-9:30 am City Hall at 125 W. Broadway, Salem NJ 08079.
Credit and Debit Card Payments are now accepted in the Tax Collector’s Office
In an effort to make tax payments more convenient for the citizens of the City of Salem, we are now accepting credit / debit card payments. Please see post for details.
2026 City Of Salem Reorganization Meeting
Scheduled for Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4pm at the Old County Courthouse. Please see post for more information.
Ordinance 25-25: Authorizing Sale of Block 82, Lot 29
An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Block 82, Lot 29 on the Official Tax Map of the City of Salem and Redevelopment Agreement with Allied Resources For Kids Inc and the Execution of all Necessary Documents for Settlement.
Notice of In Rem Foreclosure of Tax Lien Titles
Please see post for more details.
Small Cities Housing Rehabilitation Application 2026
Applications are being accepted from homeowners for the County’s Housing Rehabilitation Program for home repair loans to low and moderate income homeowners.
10/23 Planning Board Meeting Cancelled
See post for more details.
October Council Meeting Rescheduled
The October 6 meeting is rescheduled for October 14 at 5:30pm.
9/25 Planning Board Meeting Cancelled
See post for more details.
Notice of In Rem Foreclosure of Tax Lien Titles
Please see post for the document.
Resolution 2025-184 – Resolution to Amend Budget
Please see post for the budget amendment resolution.
Ordinance 25-16 – Adopting a Redevelopment Plan for Grieves Parkway Area
View post for the PDF of this Ordinance.
Ordinance 25-19 – Appropriation of Funds for Revaluation of Real Property in the City
View post for the PDF of this Ordinance.
Notice of Open Waitlist for “Leased Apartments Program”
Screening period from July 7th to July 11th. View post for more details.
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.
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…