Infrastructure

Despite Hoboken’s revitalization over the years, there always seems to be one common complaint about the city from both residents and visitors alike: parking. The lack of available spaces to park on the street, along with somewhat confusing signage, has been a gripe for several decades. But by the end of this year, Hoboken should be close to finishing an overhaul of their street parking system that officials hope betters the situation.

New Jersey's rail infrastructure needs some help. I say this with cautious optimism, but it looks like the powers that be may be realizing that too. In the coming weeks, the Federal Railroad Administration and New Jersey Transit will be holding two open house informational meetings on the proposed Hudson River rail tunnels.

The Port Authority announced that improvements set for the system will increase capacity by 40% on the Newark-World Trade Center trains and add 20% capacity to other lines by 2022.

The Port Authority has launched a spring testing program for autonomous electric shuttles at Newark Airport.

Governor Sherrill has rejected a plan to expand the Newark Bay Bridge, and the communities that fought hardest against it say the real battle over New Jersey's transportation future is just beginning.

Jersey City has approved a protected bike lane on Franklin Street in The Heights - the neighborhood's first.

Tesla is expanding its charging footprint in Hackensack, where a new station will serve one of NJ’s busiest EV corridors.

A prime piece of Weehawken real estate was purchased by Amtrak last year for $60 million and is currently vacant following the closing of Dykes Lumber.

After almost five years rehabilitating a nearby ventilation tower, the Port Authority has unveiled a 10,000-square foot waterfront greenspace that includes enhanced lighting, benches, and landscaping.

Transportation between Manhattan, New Jersey, and Staten Island are one of the highest frustrations for commuters and residents alike. However, the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation’s latest project development may have the solution.