Dear Neighbors,
I hope your summer⛱️ is going well.
Here are your monthly updates.
Fighting Illegal Helicopter Operations
For years, I have been committed to addressing the non-essential helicopter traffic that disrupts the lives of Hoboken residents, and menaces our public spaces. I've worked with residents, grass-roots activists, and our local, county, state, and federal partners to make meaningful change.
That's why I was pleased to see Hudson County Executive Craig Guy and the Hudson County Board of Commissioners approve a shared services agreement for Hudson County, Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, and Kearny to jointly fund litigation against the Kearny-based helicopter operations responsible for illegally operating non-essential helicopter flights that menace our communities. You can read about it here and here.
Hoboken is New Jersey's #1 🏆 City for Biking 🚲
As a champion of Hoboken’s Citibike program, and creating protected bike paths allowing cyclists of all ages and abilities to safely cycle through our densely populated community, I was thrilled to see Hoboken recognized as a leader in safe, sustainable transportation – earning the No. 1 ranking for biking in New Jersey from PeopleForBikes as well as earning a top ranking for midsize cities nationwide!
As we continue investing in our transportation network, I will work to ensure everyone—walkers, bikers, commuters, drivers, kids, seniors, or people with mobility challenges—can safely travel throughout our community. You can read about this important recognition here and here.
Improving Sidewalk Accessibility Across Hoboken
You may notice Daxbot robots traveling our sidewalks and collecting data on sidewalk conditions, curb ramps, crosswalks, pedestrian signals, and park paths. This engineering assessment will help identify barriers to accessibility and guide future improvements that make it easier and safer for all our pedestrians—including seniors, people with disabilities, and folks pushing strollers.
Photo Credit: The Hoboken Girl
National Night Out Returns on August 4th
Hoboken's National Night Out is back! Join your neighbors at Church Square Park on August 4th, from 5-9 pm for a fun evening hosted by Hoboken’s Public Safety Agencies. Take the chance to learn about local public safety programs and initiatives that contribute to making Hoboken safer. Bring your family and friends for an array of family-friendly activities including a bouncy house, obstacle course, waterslide, and musical entertainment!
Join Our July Office Hours Tuesday Morning
I hope to see you Tuesday morning July 21st at 8 am for July office hours at The Hive — a great locally-owned and operated 5th Ward business! I will be joined by special guest Brian Barry, the Senior Vice President of LCOR who is leading the transformative Hoboken Connect project revitalizing Hoboken’s Transportation Hub, which has already created a beautiful public plaza at Hudson Place, brand new NJ Transit bus stops, and a planned revitalized Warrington Plaza, Ferry Terminal, and new residential development including 20% affordable housing. 
Recent Hudson Place Ribbon-Cutting Event
Would you like to check out plans for the Hoboken Connect project? Do you have any questions? Stop by for coffee ☕️ croissants 🥐 and conversation about the issues that matter to you.
What: Office Hours with Councilman Cohen and Special Guest, Brian Barry, Hoboken Connect Project Leader
Where: The Hive, 1000 Park Ave
When: Tuesday, July 21st from 8 to 9:30 am
Staying Up To Date
If you have any questions, or I can be of assistance to you or your family, please do not hesitate to contact me at HobokenPhil@gmail.com.
Phil Cohen
Hoboken City Councilman
Hoboken, New Jersey
HobokenPhil@gmail.com
(201) 639-4082
P.S. You can learn more about me and my ideas for Hoboken (as well as read this newsletter and prior newsletters) on my website philcohen.org.
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