Emergency routes in effect with overnight snow ops underway, Clear property ASAP, City Hall closed tomorrow, and MORE: 9:30 pm Feb 23, storm update

‍Key items in this update:  

• Hoboken remains under a State of Emergency
• Emergency Snow Routes in effect to allow for overnight snow removal
• DO NOT walk in the street
• Clear property of snow and ice; Sidewalk inspections begin at 9 a.m. tomorrow
• Waste collection cancelled tonight; Street cleaning and HOP suspended tomorrow
• Municipal Offices remain closed tomorrow
• Discounted garage parking to end 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25
• NJ Transit and CitiBike to resume service tomorrow morning
• Hoboken Public School District, 3 charter schools, Hoboken Library to be closed tomorrow, Feb. 24.

Hoboken remains under State of Emergency; Emergency Snow Routes in effect for overnight snow removal

The Hoboken Office of Emergency Management (OEM) State of Emergency declaration remains in effect. The City and OEM strongly urge all residents to stay home this evening and into tomorrow, and avoid unnecessary travel, as conditions remain dangerous.  

If you must drive, be aware of possible black ice and blowing snow, resulting in reduced visibility overnight and into the morning commuting hours.  

Staying off the roads will also allow crews to continue to safely remove snow and treat roadways. If you walk outside, DO NOT WALK IN THE STREET.

Snow emergency routes remain in effect, as overnight snow removal is taking place on certain emergency routes this evening, including:

• Washington Street between Observer Highway and 15th Street
• Willow Avenue between Observer Highway and 16th Street
• Sinatra Drive north of Fifth Street

Any vehicle that remains parked on snow emergency routes is subject to ticketing and towing. A map and list of emergency snow routes is available on the City’s website: www.hobokennj.gov/snow.  

Be advised that snow removal takes time, and all the above routes may not be cleared during the overnight hours despite crews working through the night. Please also remember that it involves large equipment, including plows, payloaders, and dump trucks, which will cause noise.

Keep sidewalks & curb ramps clear; inspections begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday

Inspectors will be deployed, beginning at 9 a.m. tomorrow, to conduct sidewalk inspections and ensure sidewalks are shoveled and accessible for pedestrians. Property owners and occupants have six hours after the completion of the storm to remove snow and ice from sidewalks, curb cuts, curb ramps, and fire hydrants adjacent to their properties. However, the City is allowing for additional time following this event, due to the total accumulation of snow.

While most property owners comply with the safety regulations, the City will issue fines to those who do not keep sidewalks clear. To report an un-shoveled sidewalk, please email sanitationinspectors@hobokennj.gov.  

Use caution when shoveling as the snow is expected to be wet and heavy. Please assist elderly or disabled neighbors with clearing snow from their properties. It is illegal to shovel snow back onto streets or onto fire hydrants.

The Division of Public Works will continue to salt and plow roads as necessary and treat public sidewalks.      

To learn more about snow removal, click here: www.hobokennj.gov/resources/snow-faq    

Cancellations, closures, and adjustments

City services:  

• Waste collection is cancelled for tonight.
• Hoboken municipal offices, including those at City Hall and the Multi-Service Center will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 24.
• Hop shuttle service and street cleaning have been suspended for tomorrow, Feb. 24.  
• The City’s Division of Recreation has cancelled all recreation programs for tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 24  

Community services:

• The Hoboken Public Library is closed tomorrow.
• The Hoboken Public School District, Hoboken Charter School, HOLA Dual Language Charter School, and Elysian Charter School will be closed tomorrow.
• Tomorrow’s Personal Care Pantry Hygiene Program distribution with the Hoboken Commnity Center has been cancelled.

Traffic and Transit:  

• Sinatra Drive is closed from Fifth Street to 11th Street until further notice.
• PATH reports that JSQ-33 via HOB and HOB-33 are operating. NWK-WTC and HOB-WTC remain suspended tonight.  
• NJ Transit has announced that Rail service will operate on a Presidents’ Day Schedule with adjustments tomorrow, and that Bus, Light Rail, and Access Link will operate on regular weekday schedules.  
• Citi Bike docking stations and bike share services will resume tomorrow at 6 a.m.  

Please check with your transit providers for updated alerts, schedules, and other information.

Discounted rate at municipal parking garages expires at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25

Discounted garage parking will end at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Residents are advised to move their cars prior to that time. Upon exit, the garage attendant will calculate the total amount due. To avoid delays, please plan to exit early, as lines can form when the discounted rate ends.

Garage B and Midtown Garage are both full and closed to discounted parking at this time. Spots remain available for monthly and business permit holders.

Volunteer to assist neighbors with snow removal  

The City has launched a volunteer snow removal program for those 60 years old or older or those who have a disability and need assistance clearing snow from their property, sidewalk, curb ramp, or curb cuts, as well as their vehicles after the storm.  

Please note, snow removal requests will occur pending the availability of volunteers on a first come, first served basis.  

To register for the program, click here: https://hoboken.seamlessdocs.com/f/SnowRemovalRegistration  

To volunteer for the program, click here: https://hoboken.seamlessdocs.com/f/VolunteerRegistrationSnowRemoval  

Stay informed  

Residents are encouraged to follow the City of Hoboken and Hoboken’s Office of Emergency Management on social media for updates:

• Instagram: instagram.com/hobokennj/ and https://www.instagram.com/hobokenpublicsafety/  
• Facebook: facebook.com/hoboken  

Residents should also sign up to receive alerts by email and text message at www.hobokennj.gov/alerts. Please provide your email as the majority of Nixle advisories are sent to an email address and not via text.  

For more information on Hoboken's winter weather operations go to https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/winter-weather-operations.

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