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The E. Broad Street resurfacing project is scheduled to begin the week of April 20, 2026. This project will require the use of a significant detour to allow for a safe and efficient work zone for workers. Access will remain available for residents and businesses in the area throughout the project. All through traffic will be required to use the posted detour of S. Linden Road to Owen Road. The map below depicts the traffic flow for local access to homes, businesses, mail delivery and trash collection. The City of Linden will be hosting a public meeting at the Loose Center at 707 N. Bridge Street, on Monday, April 20th at 6:00 PM to discuss additional project details.

GCMPC is pleased to announce the 2026 Recycle Day event schedule for household hazardous waste and electronics collection. By attending these events, participants are supporting Genesee County’s goal of healthy, livable, and safe communities by taking part in a structured and organized approach to dealing with materials that pose a risk to Genesee County landfills, waterways, and community spaces. Residents must register to schedule. Appointments are limited. The events are for household waste only; we will not accept commercial waste. Four Recycle Day events will be held May through August. The 2026 Recycle Day events are as follows: May 19, 2026 June 16, 2026 July 14, 2026 August 18, 2026 Registration for all four events is now open until full. Once full, please email [email protected] to be put on a waiting list. Please visit our website at https://gcmpc.org/recycle-day/ for information on registration.

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Utility Work Coming to E. Broad Street  Consumers Energy is scheduled to start working along sections of E. Broad Street beginning Monday, April 4, 2026. Sections of E. Broad Street will be reduced to one-lane traffic while workers make updates to gas service lines in the area. Motorists can expect delays in the area while work is occurring. Drivers may use Hickory Street as a detour to avoid the work zone.

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The City of Linden Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of probationary paid on-call firefighters (volunteer), especially those that are available during the daytime hours. If you are looking for a way to give back to your community and experience the rewards of hard work and a great team atmosphere, please submit an application to the Fire Department. The Linden Fire Department is made up of paid, on-call volunteers who are residents of our local community. Many of us are your neighbors, co-workers, or friends. Linden's firefighters do not live at the fire station or spend all day working a shift at the fire station. We are a group of men and women who have everyday jobs, but are ready to go at any time that a call comes in. We might be builders, landscapers, farmers, business owners, stay-at-home parents, or even retirees; but when the call comes we become part of a dedicated team ready to face any emergency. We may be volunteers, but we are trained and capable people on the front line saving lives and property. Minimum qualifications for the position of probationary paid on-call firefighters include: Live in or near the City of Linden's Fire Department service area. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must provide proof of High School Graduation or G.E.D. Must be physically able to perform the duties of a firefighter. Must pass a physical exam and drug screen. Must be able to pass a physical agility test. Must have a valid driver's license. A valid Michigan driver's license is required for initial employment and must be maintained while an employee. A satisfactory background check conducted for criminal record, driving record, and personal history. Must possess and/or be able to acquire firefighter certification as mandated by the State of Michigan Fire Fighters Training Council. Upon completion of all probationary requirements and a successful job evaluation, probationary firefighters will be eligible for promotion to the position of paid on-call firefighter. Applications for the Fire Department can be found here or at City Hall during business hours: Application for Firefighters

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