City Hall Closed Monday for MLK Holiday

Most non-emergency city offices will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King’s birthday, the office of Mayor Luis Quintana said in a statement. Emergency services will be unaffected.

“This year will mark the 50th anniversary of Dr. King being honored for his service to humanity by being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize,” said Quintana. “President Obama has urged us to honor Dr. King’s legacy by making this important holiday a national ‘Day of Service.’ I urge all of Newark’s residents to do so – whether cleaning up an empty lot, helping at a homeless shelter, or mentoring a child. I also urge residents to uphold the City’s sanitation ordinances, and while Newark City Hall will be closed in observance of this important holiday, the City will be prepared to respond to any emergency.”

Garbage collection that would normally occur on Monday will take place on the next normal collection day, Thursday, Jan. 23. Residents should not put out their trash on Monday.

Street-sweeping services will also be suspended on Monday. The next paper recycling pick-up will occur on Jan. 27.

The Department of Child and Family Well-Being’s inspection services, transportation for seniors, and health clinic, will not operate on Monday. In addition, the Bureau of Vital Statistics will be closed. Residents will not be able to apply for permits, birth certificates, name-change certificates, marriage licenses, or pay water or tax bills at city hall.

The Municipal Court will also be closed this holiday. However, a judge will be available to preside over bail hearings for defendants in custody. Residents can make payments on parking and traffic tickets through the website www.njmcdirect.com.