The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for our area starting today, Dec. 26, from 4 p.m. until 1 p.m. tomorrow with forecasts of heavy snow accumulation between 5 and 9 inches expected.
The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) warns that travel may be difficult, particularly this evening, and residents are urged not to travel, if possible, during the storm.
Parking to be prohibited on Emergency Snow Routes starting at 6 p.m.
Due to the storm and predicted snow accumulation, snow emergency routes will be enforced starting at 6 p.m. after the first snowfall. Vehicles parked on snow emergency routes will be, subject to ticketing and towing. This is necessary to allow emergency vehicles to move throughout Hoboken for the safety and welfare of all residents.
Emergency snow routes in Hoboken are labeled with street signs that read “No Parking When Road Is Snow Covered.” A map of emergency snow routes is available on the City’s website: www.hobokennj.gov/snow and are listed below.
Snow emergency routes will remain in place until after snowfall ceases, the streets are plowed sufficiently, and to the extent that parking will not interfere with the flow of traffic for emergency operations.
As a reminder, Temporary No-Parking signs have been posted on the east side of Grand Street between Third and Eighth Streets to allow plows to completely clear snow to the curbline, which can help prevent parked vehicles from encroaching into the travel lane and allow for the effective flow of traffic. The signs are in effect for 24 hours, beginning at 4 p.m., today, Dec. 26, until 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27.
Discounted Garage Parking Available
A special discounted parking rate of $5 per 24-hour period is being offered at Garages B (28 2nd St.), Garages D (215 Hudson St.), and the Midtown Garage (371 4th St.) for residents with Resident On-Street Parking Permits or Temporary Parking Permits. Discounted parking begins today, Dec. 26, at 4 p.m. and ends tomorrow, Dec. 27 at 4 p.m.
Please note, garages tend to fill quickly as space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Regular rates apply at other times.
Residents who have a Resident On-street Parking Permit or Temporary Parking Permit placard are reminded that overnight parking (6 p.m. to 8 a.m.) is available at a rate of $5 in Garages B, D, and Midtown every day of the year.
Keep Sidewalks and Curb Ramps Clear
While the City's Department of Parks, Recreation, & Public Works will salt and plow streets, property owners and occupants are reminded that they have six (6) hours after the completion of a storm to remove snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property, along with adjoining curb ramps or curb cuts.
Residents are urged to 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 City performs proactive inspections and relies on citizen complaints to help identify property owners that are not meeting sidewalk safety requirements. 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.
Stay informed
Residents are advised to monitor local weather reports and prepare accordingly. Updates will be provided through the City’s X page (@CityofHoboken), the OEM X page (@HobokenOEM) and Facebook (facebook.com/hoboken). Residents can also sign up to receive email or text updates by visiting www.hobokennj.gov/alerts.
For more information on Hoboken's winter weather operations go to https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/winter-weather-operations.
