The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the City of Hoboken invite residents to a virtual public information session on Thursday, March 13, at 7 p.m. to learn more about the next phase of construction for the Rebuild by Design – Hudson River Project Resist Structure South.
When complete, the project will protect portions of Hoboken from storm surge flooding, removing approximately 80 percent of the city from the FEMA-designated flood plain.
Representatives from the City of Hoboken, NJDEP, and other project partners will provide updates, answer questions, and discuss the upcoming phases of the Resist – South construction, planned construction activities, the possible closure of Jersey Avenue while work is being completed in the area, and Hoboken’s proposed traffic mitigation plans.
Community members can register for the virtual information session at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nytuU96rSoaoBdpu1LaJTw.
A confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar will then be sent to all registrants.
The Rebuild by Design Hudson River project is a comprehensive flood protection system designed to safeguard portions of Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken against storm surge flooding while integrating flood-resistant infrastructure with new community amenities.
At Harborside Park, residents will enjoy public open space that includes a playground, amphitheater, gardens, plaza, and green spaces. Hidden within the park’s design is a sliding flood gate that will remain unseen on sunny days but can be deployed when needed to connect with the Resist structure across 15th Street, keeping the Hudson River at bay during major storm events.
In southern Hoboken, the Resist structure will be integrated into the urban landscape taking the form of wayfinding signage, planters, seating, public art, and more.
For more information about the Rebuild by Design Hudson - River project go to: https://dep.nj.gov/floodresilience/rebuild-by-design-hudson-river/.
For weekly construction schedules on public projects in Hoboken, go to www.hobokennj.gov/construction.
