Construction updates

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is continuing the construction phase for the Rebuild By Design Hudson River Project – Resist Alignment Coastal Defense Contract. The following is an anticipated work schedule for the upcoming week. Schedules may change due to unforeseen weather or subsurface conditions. 

Preliminary field work will continue in the Resist – North and South Work Area the week of July 29, 2024, between the hours of 8:00AM and 6:00PM.  

RESIST - NORTH

Work Activities

• Micro Pile Casing Install (Garden Street from 14^th to 15^th – Hoboken)
• Load out stockpiles, Forms and Concrete, Excavation of CMC Install, and Pest Control (Harborside Park – Hoboken)
• NJDEP and its contractor, EE Cruz, for the RBD-HR project will be using a portion of the former Monarch Site (1501 Shipyard Lane) for office trailers and equipment storage.

RESIST - SOUTH

Work Activities

• Mobilization and Excavation (Washington Street from Observer Highway to Newark Street – Hoboken)
• Excavation, Production Pile and Sheeting Installation (Hoboken – NJ Transit Yard)
• Micro Pile Grout and Casing Installation (Private Property – Jersey City)

Traffic Management

• Adjustments to the existing traffic pattern may be required and will be coordinated with Hoboken PD.
• The community will be advised of any temporary parking changes via No-Parking signs at least 3 days in advance.
• Please note that you may also see crew members performing survey work in select locations.

‍Project Background

The Rebuild by Design-The Hudson River Project is a comprehensive urban storm water management program that takes a multi-faceted approach intended to address flooding from both major storm surge and high tide as well as from heavy rainfall events. These events often occur individually, but can also occur together, increasing their impacts. The program includes four components: Resist, Delay, Store and Discharge.  

The NJDEP is implementing the Resist component of the project concept, while the City of Hoboken has and continues to lead efforts implementing the Delay, Store and Discharge components. This portion of construction is Phase II of the Resist component. Phase I included implementation of Sewer System Modifications (SSM) and was completed in July 2022. Phase II will include the construction of the Resist Alignment, a floodwall and levee system aimed to protect the Project Area from coastal flooding threats associated with storm surge. Construction for Phase II is beginning with the current test pitting work being described above.  

This United States Department of Housing and Urban Development is funding the project, allocating $230 million to the overall Rebuild by Design Hudson River Project. Additional funding has been allocated to this project through the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant program and through an American Rescue Plan Covid State Fiscal Recovery Funding allocation.

QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or would like to learn more about the project, please contact your Community Construction Liaison Isabella Brascetta | 1-800-252-0219 | rbdhinquiries@portal3.pbid.com

This project is part of the PSE&G Gas System Modernization Program (GSMP) to replace aging cast iron and unprotected steel gas mains in order to support a safe, clean and reliable gas system.  The mains and services will be replaced with stronger, more durable materials which are less likely to have leaks and release methane gas.  The new elevated pressure systems also enable the installation of excess flow valves that dramatically reduce gas flow if a service line is damaged and provides better support for the use of high-efficiency appliances.  

‍No work is scheduled for the week of July 29, 2024.

NY Waterway Activities at the Former UDD Site

In accordance with the lease between the City of Hoboken and NY Waterway for its temporary operations at the former Union Dry Dock site (901 Sinatra Drive), NY Waterway will begin constructing approved site alterations within their leasehold area of the site. The initial construction work as part of the project will involve electrical improvements.

This week, NY Waterway's contractor, HBC Electric Company Inc. will be installing various electrical improvements on the site between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays.

In accordance with the license agreement between the City of Hoboken and NJDEP, NJDEP and its contractor, EE Cruz, for the RBD-HR project will be using a portion of the former Union Dry Dock Site (901 Sinatra Drive) for equipment and materials storage. ‍

Plans to expand Southwest Resiliency Park are part of Hoboken’s Rebuild by Design (“RBD”) - Hudson River Project and the City’s comprehensive water management strategy to delay, store, and discharge stormwater during intense rain events, The project is funded through a $6.24 million dollar grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The expanded park will include above ground green infrastructure and an underwater detention system to withhold 328,000 gallons of stormwater caused by heavy precipitation.  

The following work and traffic management activities are anticipated for the week of July 29, 2024:

Work Activities

• Electrical Utility Pole Relocation
• Removal of Concrete & Railroad Footings
• Soil Sampling

Traffic Management Activities  

• No traffic impacts are anticipated during construction this week.

On June 15, 2024, at approximately 4 p.m., a sinkhole was discovered along the Hudson River waterfront walkway, in Hoboken. While the sinkhole has been repaired, further inspections and repairs of a large portion of the walkway, are necessary.

Sinatra Drive is anticipated to remain open during the repair process, but crews will work with Hoboken PD in the event of necessary lane shifting, or detours. While portions of the walkway will be closed during inspections and repairs, a lane has been created for pedestrians and bicyclists. Hoboken Police will be onsite to assist with traffic control for the duration of the investigation at the various locations.

No work is scheduled for the week of July 29, 2024.

Underground Utilities Corporation will be installing new sewer lines and curb inlets to alleviate drainage and potential flooding issues in Northwest Hoboken.  The goal of this project is to reduce combined sewer overflows (CSO’s) and improve the water quality of the Hudson River.  

The following work and traffic management activities are anticipated for the week of July 29, 2024:

Work Activities:

• Test pitting operations are scheduled from Monday, July 29 through Friday, August 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Work will begin on Madison Street at 13th Street and move northbound to 15th Street.

Traffic Management:

• Hoboken PD will be on site to assist with traffic control during test pitting operations.
• One lane of traffic will remain open during test pitting to allow vehicular traffic heading southbound.

The Hudson County Department of Roads and Public Property will be re-paving Park Avenue from Observer Highway in Hoboken to 16th Street in Weehawken, in July and August. The road work will be conducted between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for approximately four weeks.

The project, which includes milling, pothole repair, and paving by contractor Smith Sondy will require intermittent road closures and parking restrictions. No parking signs will be posted and Hoboken Police officers will be positioned in the area to assist with detours, traffic control, and pedestrian safety. Driveway and garage access may be limited to certain residential properties.

The schedule may change due to unforeseen weather or subsurface conditions.

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated the week of Monday, July 29, 2024, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Work Activities:

• Smith-Sondy will commence paving operations on Monday, July 29. 2024, starting on Park Avenue from Observer Highway heading north to 19^th Street in Weehawken.

Traffic Management:

• Hoboken Police will be on site to assist with traffic control during construction activities.
• Adjustments to the existing traffic pattern and detours may be required and will be coordinated with Hoboken Police Department.

Scheduled no parking and closures are subject to change and include: 

• Monday, 7/29: No Parking permitted on both sides of Park Avenue between Observer Highway to 3^rd Street
• Tuesday, 7/30: No Parking permitted on both sides of Park Avenue between 4^th Street and 8^th Street
• Wednesday, 7/31: No Parking permitted on both sides of Park Avenue between 9^th Street and 12^th Street
• Thursday, 8/1: No Parking permitted on both sides of Park Avenue between 13^th  Street and 16^th Street
• Friday, 8/2: No Parking permitted on both sides of Park Avenue between 16^th Street and 19^th Street

The City of Hoboken will begin construction for the portico restoration and foundation waterproofing projects at Hoboken City Hall on Monday, July 8.

The second phase of the City Hall portico restoration project builds upon the stone patching, roofing tile, and framing replacements completed in 2020 by now repointing and restoring the original masonry. Construction for the portico restoration project is anticipated to last approximately seven months. Construction for the foundation waterproofing is anticipated to last approximately two months.  

The following work activities are anticipated for the week of Monday, July 29, 2024.  

Work Activities

‍Foundation Waterproofing

• No construction activity anticipated.  

‍Portico Restoration

• Delivery and installation of scaffolding in front of City Hall within the fenced area is anticipated to begin the morning of Monday, July 29 and completed the afternoon of Tuesday, July 30.  

Traffic Management

• The Washington Street entrance to Hoboken City Hall will be closed for the duration of the Portico Restoration project. Hoboken community members must enter and exit City Hall through the Newark Street entrance located between Washington Street and Bloomfield Street.
• Portions of the sidewalk on First Street between Washington Street and Bloomfield Street will be closed to pedestrian traffic during construction hours.  Pedestrians should follow posted detours.  
• Temporary parking changes to portions of First Street and Bloomfield Street adjacent to City Hall are anticipated during construction. The community will be advised of any temporary parking changes via No-Parking signs at least 3 days in advance.

SoftDig will be digging test pits the week of July 29^th.  The test pits will be used to aid in the design of green infrastructure upgrades and a roadway design for the Phase II Water Infrastructure Upgrades project.

Work Activities:

• Test pitting operations are scheduled on Monday (7/29) on Madison Street from 4 Street to 6 Street starting at 8 a.m.  
• Test pitting operations are scheduled on Tuesday (7/30) at Monroe and 7th Streets starting at 8 a.m.
• Test pitting operations are scheduled on Wednesday (7/31) on Adams Street at 8th Street and on Grand at 6th Street starting at 8 a.m.

Traffic Management:

• Hoboken PD will be on site to assist with traffic control during test pitting operations.
• Test pits will be dug in the sidewalk area.  Pedestrian detours may be required.

Veolia will be flushing fire hydrants in the Southeast and Northwest parts of Hoboken from July 29th to August 2nd starting at 4AM.

Residents may encounter low water pressure and/or discoloration of water during flushing. In the event of discolored water, residents are advised to simply flush their pipes until the water becomes clear—ideally from the lowest level of the building, to avoid drawing discolored water further into the home or business.

The City of Hoboken will be installing two (2) EV Charging Stations near 608 Washington Street in Hoboken.

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated the week of Monday, July 29, 2024 thru Friday, August 2, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. by North Jersey ATMS, LLC.

Work Activities:

• Construction will take place on the sidewalk/paver area outside 608-614 Washington Street.

Traffic Management:

• Hoboken Police Officers will manage vehicle traffic and pedestrian track flow during construction activities.
• There will be no road closure. Sidewalk and partial sidewalk closures only.
• No parking will be permitted on both sides of 6th Street between Bloomfield and Washington Streets, and from 608 to 614 Washington Street.

These stations, combined already installed City-owned publicly accessible charging stations, will ensure that residents across the city are within a 5-minute walk of a public charging station by 2030. The new charging stations are made possible through a partnership with Volta in which the company will install 25 EV charging stations at no cost to the Hoboken taxpayer. For more information on the partnership, go to www.hobokennj.gov/news/hoboken-to-add-25-new-public-electric-vehicle-charging-stations-in-partnership-with-volta.  For more information on the City’s EV charging infrastructure, go to https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/electric-vehicle-charging-in-hoboken.

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