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1. How can I register to vote?

You can register to vote if:

• You are not currently serving a sentence, probation, or parole because of a felony conviction
• You are a United States citizen
• You will be 18 years old by the next election
• You will be a resident of the State and county of 30 days before the election

Apply Online

You can apply online to vote.

You may also visit:
Union County Board of Elections
271 Broad Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Phone: 908-527-4123

2. Who is the Councilman for my ward?

• 1st Ward: Carlos Torres
• 2nd Ward: Nelson Gonzalez
• 3rd Ward: Kevin Kiniery
• 4th Ward: Carlos Cedeno
• 5th Ward: William Gallman Jr.
• 6th Ward: Frank O. Mazza

Council-At-Large Members

Or you can reach out to any Council-At-Large Members: Manny Grova, Jr., Patricia Perkins-Auguste or Frank Cuesta.

3. What bills can I pay at City Hall? Where can I pay them?

You may pay your Water bill and your Property Taxes at City Hall which is located at:
50 Winfield Scott Plaza
1st Floor, Room Number 102
Elizabeth, NJ 07201

4. When and where are City Council Meetings held?

City Council meetings are held every other Tuesday, at 7:30 p.m. They are held at:
50 Winfield Scott Plaza
City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor
Elizabeth, NJ 07201

More Information

For more information please contact the City Clerk’s Office: 908-820-4134.

5. Where can I find information on emergency School and Municipal Building closings?

All Municipal Building closings will be posted on the City’s website or Social Media pages. For school closings, your child’s school will call, text, and/or email whenever an emergency closing or delayed opening occurs.

For more information you can visit the Elizabeth Public Schools website or you can call 908-436-5000.

6. Where can I find out when my local Block Watch meetings are?

All information on when block watch meetings are can be found here or on our Facebook.

For more information please contact:
City Clerk’s Office
50 Winfield Scott Plaza
Room 105
Elizabeth, NJ 07201

Phone: 908-820-4134

7. Can I pay my taxes online?

Yes. You can pay your taxes online HERE

8. What are the main emergency phone numbers?

• Fire Department: 908-820-2800
• Police Department: 908-558-2111

Call 911

For all other serious emergencies please call 911.