Jersey City and Hoboken Roll Out Extensive Street Safety Projects to Protect Pedestrians and Cyclists

Jersey City and Hoboken are moving forward with a wide range of traffic safety improvements aimed at making streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Local officials announced a series of projects that will be implemented across both cities as part of their ongoing Vision Zero initiatives, which focus on reducing serious traffic injuries and fatalities.

In Jersey City, Mayor James Solomon announced an ambitious plan to deliver 100 quick-build traffic safety projects at more than 80 locations throughout the city. Unlike traditional infrastructure projects that can take years to complete, these improvements are designed to be installed within months, allowing residents to see safety benefits much sooner.

City officials reviewed more than 400 requested locations before selecting the highest-priority areas for the initial phase of work. The projects target intersections and roadways where safety concerns have been identified by residents and transportation planners.

Among the improvements planned are curb extensions at more than 30 intersections. These upgrades shorten crossing distances for pedestrians and help slow turning vehicles, making intersections safer and easier to navigate. Jersey City will also install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons at nine crosswalk locations. These flashing signals are activated by pedestrians and provide a stronger visual warning to drivers approaching the crossing.

The city is also evaluating approximately 30 streets for potential all-way stop sign installations, with more than 15 locations expected to receive the traffic control measure. Transportation officials believe these changes can help reduce vehicle speeds and minimize conflicts at intersections with elevated safety risks.

In addition, more than 30 traffic signals across Jersey City will be upgraded. Several of these signals will include Leading Pedestrian Intervals, a feature that gives pedestrians a brief head start before vehicles receive a green light. Safety experts have long supported this approach because it increases pedestrian visibility and reduces the likelihood of collisions involving turning vehicles.

Meanwhile, Hoboken is continuing to expand a traffic safety program that has drawn national recognition through its Vision Zero efforts. The city plans to add all-way stop controls at as many as 25 intersections as part of its latest round of improvements.

Additional projects in Hoboken include the construction of two raised intersections, three raised crosswalks, and five curb extensions. These measures are designed to encourage slower vehicle speeds while improving pedestrian visibility and accessibility.

The city is also advancing construction of its Green Circuit project, a multi-use pathway intended to improve connections for both cyclists and pedestrians throughout Hoboken. Officials say the network will create safer travel options while improving access to neighborhoods, public spaces, and transportation hubs.

Another major development involves Hudson Place Plaza near Hoboken Terminal, which is expected to reopen soon following improvements completed through a partnership involving private and public stakeholders. City leaders also unveiled the preferred design for planned safety improvements along Willow Avenue between 11th Street and 16th Street in coordination with Hudson County.

Further Vision Zero work is scheduled for Sinatra Drive, where safety enhancements covering the corridor from First Street through 11th Street will move forward through two separate projects.

Hoboken officials said funding for many of these initiatives comes from a combination of state and federal grants, redevelopment efforts, and public-private partnerships, allowing the city to continue expanding safety investments without relying on a single funding source.

The latest announcement comes as traffic safety remains a major concern throughout Hudson County. In Jersey City, calls for stronger street safety measures intensified after a tragic crash in June 2025 that resulted in the death of a six-year-old child. The incident prompted renewed public attention on roadway design, enforcement, and pedestrian protection.

Since taking office, Mayor Solomon has also increased enforcement efforts. Earlier this year, the city revived the Jersey City Police Department’s motorcycle squad, which had been disbanded in 2015. Officials say the unit is helping strengthen traffic law enforcement and support broader road safety goals.

With dozens of projects moving forward across both cities, local leaders say the focus remains on creating safer streets, reducing dangerous driving behavior, and improving everyday travel conditions for residents, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.