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Develop skyway park
Skyway Park, a 32-acre redevelopment project in Jersey City, transforms the former PJP Landfill along the Hackensack River into a public park. Located under the Pulaski Skyway in Marion, it features walking paths, a pollinator garden, and a COVID-19 memorial grove with 502 trees. Part of the Hackensack River Greenway, it restores wetlands, enhances ecological resilience, and promotes environmental justice. The park connects neighborhoods, supports car-free transit, and fosters community. Learn more at skywaypark.org.
open & Connect the embankment
The Sixth Street Embankment, a historic half-mile elevated stone structure in Jersey City, built 1901–1905 for the Pennsylvania Railroad, is listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places. Now an urban meadow, it supports biodiversity and air purification. Restoring it as a public park with trails would connect neighborhoods, preserve railroad heritage, and create space for recreation and community events. Jersey City aims to acquire it for public use. Learn more at embankment.org.
Make Bergen Arches accessible
The Bergen Arches, a historic mile-long rail corridor in Jersey City, carved through Bergen Hill from 1906–1910 by the Erie Railroad, lies abandoned since 1957, now an urban woodland. Transforming it into a public greenway would create walking and biking paths, connect Journal Square and The Heights, and link to the East Coast Greenway. It supports biodiversity, local businesses, and community spaces. A $100,000 state grant funds a study for trails, educational areas, and potential limited train service. Learn more at bergenarches.com.
connect east coast greenways to jersey city
The East Coast Greenway (ECG) is a 3,000-mile trail from Maine to Florida, promoting active transportation and healthier communities. Jersey City, a key hub, connects Newark, Hoboken, and Manhattan. The ECG links green spaces and transit, enhancing access for underserved residents and supporting local businesses. Key segments include the 8.6-mile Essex-Hudson Greenway and the Bergen Arches, a potential nature trail near Journal Square. The 6th Street Embankment could become a linear park, connecting to the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway. The ECG fosters sustainable, equitable mobility. Learn more at greenway.org.
$1.5 million charitable grant from hugo neu for youthworks
Jersey City’s youth program offers entry-level roles in construction, healthcare, and public service, building foundational skills. Weekly workshops teach resume writing, financial literacy, communication, and leadership. Pathways to union apprenticeships, technical education, mentorship, and transit assistance ensure success. The initiative promotes inclusive economic growth and career readiness, focusing on building futures for young people.
Recreation centers & fields
Jersey City should invest in recreation centers and athletic fields to boost public health, safety, and youth development. Modernizing inclusive facilities for fitness, arts, and sports reduces crime and builds community. Expanding pool hours and upgrading rinks ensures safe recreation, especially in lower-income areas. Programs like camps, sports leagues, swim lessons, and senior classes enhance engagement. Partnering with schools to use gyms and fields after hours maximizes access. Treating recreation as essential infrastructure strengthens neighborhoods for future generations.
preserve liberty state park & caven point
Liberty State Park, established in 1976 in Jersey City, transformed industrial land into a public space with landmarks like the Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal and the Empty Sky 9/11 Memorial. Caven Point, a 22-acre natural area, features the Hudson River’s longest uninterrupted beach and wildlife habitats. The NJDEP’s plan focuses on ecological restoration, recreation, education, and community inclusion to preserve the park as an urban oasis. Support is needed to protect Caven Point and enhance family opportunities.
preserve newkirk house
The Newkirk House, built around 1690 at 510 Summit Avenue, Jersey City, is the city’s oldest surviving structure. This Dutch Colonial building, constructed by Mattheus Cornelissen Newkirk, features two-foot-thick sandstone walls and timber beams. Originally a single-story home, it later expanded and served as an orphanage and restaurant. Listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places in 1979, it reflects 17th-century architecture and Dutch heritage. Preserving it connects the community to Jersey City’s past, fosters pride, and supports tourism. Currently on the market, the city should acquire it for public use.
powerhouse arts district
The Powerhouse Arts District (PAD) in Jersey City, centered around the historic Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, blends preservation with modern development. Launched in 2004, the PAD Redevelopment Plan revitalizes the warehouse area by preserving industrial buildings for artist studios and galleries, developing cultural venues like the Nimbus Arts Center, and creating mixed-use spaces. It fosters community engagement, boosts tourism, creates jobs, and enhances quality of life. Supporting PAD aligns with Jersey City’s vision of cultural richness and sustainable growth.
morris canal
The Morris Canal, built 1825–1831, spanned over 100 miles, connecting the Delaware and Hudson Rivers and boosting Jersey City’s commercial growth via the Communipaw Terminal. Though largely gone, remnants along Garfield and Pacific Avenues highlight its industrial legacy. The Morris Canal Greenway project aims to transform the canal route into trails, green spaces, and cultural sites, especially in underserved areas. Revitalizing the canal path at Bayside Park would enhance waterfront access, sustainability, and local history through trails, art, and signage, fostering civic pride and equitable development.
it's smart to be green
Jersey City’s “GREEN!” initiative aims to enhance parks for health, resilience, and equity. Doubling the tree canopy with native shade trees improves air quality and manages heat. Building all-weather, multi-sport fields with synthetic and natural turf expands recreation. Upgrading restrooms, lighting, playgrounds, and adding water fountains ensures safety and accessibility. Dedicated dog parks promote responsible pet ownership. Native trees and pollinator gardens boost biodiversity with low maintenance. The plan creates cleaner, greener, inclusive parks for all.
preserving the underground railroad
Jersey City was a key Underground Railroad hub, aiding enslaved African Americans to freedom. The Jackson Brothers’ property in Jackson Hill, Dr. Henry D. Holt’s residence near the Morris Canal, and the Hilton-Holden House, the last standing safe house, were vital refuges. These sites highlight Black resilience and abolitionist courage. Preserving them through historical designation, education, and community engagement honors their legacy and fosters dialogue on racial justice.
conclusion:
As your mayor, I’m committed to making Jersey City greener, healthier, and more equitable. I’ll revitalize historic sites like the Newkirk House, Morris Canal, and Underground Railroad landmarks, while expanding green spaces through Skyway Park, Liberty State Park, and the East Coast Greenway. I’ll champion inclusive recreation with modern facilities, multi-sport fields, and youth programs to boost public health and community pride. By preserving our heritage, enhancing connectivity, and promoting economic opportunity, we can build a sustainable, vibrant future for all residents.