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.

Work will continue in the Resist – North and South Work Area the week of November 18, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6 p.m.  

For more information about this project, see the City’s FAQ page here:  https://www.hobokennj.gov/resources/rebuild-by-design-hudson-river-project-faq.

RESIST - NORTH

Work Activities

• Installation of micro pile casing (Garden Street/Alley from 14^th to 15^th – Hoboken)
• Office trailer storage and short-term vehicles parking (1501 Shipyard Lane – Hoboken)
• Pile driving mobilization and installation, roadway excavation (Private property, HBLR South and North of 19th Street – Weehawken)

RESIST - SOUTH

Work Activities:

• Installation of forms and concrete (Washington Street from Observer Highway to Newark Street in Hoboken)
• Installation of forms and concrete (Hoboken – NJ Transit Yard)
• Demolition of sidewalk and installation of maintenance and protection of traffic devices for temporary sidewalk/bike lane closure (Marin Blvd in Jersey City)
• Verizon duct bank relocation (18th St. east of Marin Blvd. in Jersey City)  

Traffic Management:

• 15th Street will be closed from Park Avenue to Bloomfield Street 24/7. See below for further information.
• 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.
• Private garage access will be limited. Impacted residents will be advised of changes by garage management.

15^th Street Road Closure:  

During the project 15^th Street will remain closed from Park Avenue to Bloomfield Street to through-traffic. Local traffic will be maintained to the two parking garages located at 1450 Park Ave (Park + Garden) and 1450 Bloomfield St (LAZ Parking) as well as the surface parking lot at 1500 Garden Street. Full details on the closure, detour, parking, and loading changes are available here in the City’s announcement.

The variable message sign notice board currently located on 15th Street will be updated to inform the public.

Project Background

The Rebuild by Design - Hudson River Project is a comprehensive urban stormwater 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

In efforts to improve water flow redundancy, Jersey City MUA is replacing water mains along Marin Boulevard between 18th Street to Observer Highway. The project will consist of the installation of a new 12” water main to service properties in Jersey City and a new 24” water main that will create an additional interconnection for the City of Hoboken.  

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place during the week of November 18, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. as part of JCMUA’s water main interconnection project by its contractor J. Fletcher Creamer.  

Work Activities:  

• Contractors will be excavating for the installation of water mains at the intersection Observer Highway/Newark Street and Henderson Street on Monday (11/18) through Friday (11/22) between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.  

Traffic Management:  

• On Monday (11/18) and Tuesday (11/19) during work hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Newark Street (north of the barrier) will be closed in both directions from Madison Street to Adams Street. Traffic will detour onto Madison Street and Adams Street.  A lane shift will take place on Observer Highway (South of the barrier).  West bound traffic will not be able to turn left on Henderson Street.  Eastbound traffic will remain unaffected.
• On Wednesday (11/20) during work hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Newark Street (south of the barrier) will be closed in both directions from Madison Street to Henderson Street.  The northbound lane of traffic on Henderson Street/Marin Boulevard will be closed between Observer Highway and 18^th Street in Jersey City.
• On Thursday (11/21) and Friday (11/22) during work hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Newark Street/Observer Highway (South of the barrier) will be closed to eastbound traffic between Madison Street and Henderson Street. Marin Boulevard/Henderson Street will also be closed in both directions from Observer Highway to 18^th Street in Jersey City.
• Oversized truck traffic will be re-routed during this project.
• Hoboken and Jersey City Police Officers will be on site to assist with detours, truck and local traffic control, and pedestrian safety.
• Detour and variable messaging signs will also be in place ahead of the closures.

The Madison Street Area Infrastructure Improvements project will help mitigate localized flooding from rain events. The project scope includes replacing existing inlets, sewers, and water lines as well as elevating roadways, curbs, and sidewalks within the area. These improvements will alleviate the primary concerns by conveying stormwater into the sewer system.  

Work on the Madison Street Area Infrastructure Improvements will require parking restrictions, partial road closures, and an eventual 24-hour closure of Madison Street toward the beginning of December. Area residents will be kept apprised of the work and impacts on their quality of life.  

The following work and traffic management activities are anticipated for Monday, November 18 through Friday, November 22 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.:

Work Activities:

• Water main installation on 11th Street from Monroe Street to Madison Street from Monday (11/18) through Friday (11/22).
• Sidewalk and curb reconstruction on 11th Street from Monroe Street to Madison Street from Monday (11/18) through Friday (11/22).
• Removal and Installation of Street Light on 11^th Street from Monroe Street to Madison Street from Monday (11/18) through Friday (11/22)

Traffic Management:

• No-Parking will be allowed on 11^th Street from Madison Street to Monroe Street.
• One-lane of traffic will remain open at all times.  
• The sidewalk will be closed on the south side of 11^th Street between Monroe Street and Madison Street.
• HPD will be on-site to assist with traffic management during construction

Underground Utilities Corp. is installing new high level storm sewers and a force main within the northeast portion of the City of Hoboken. These sewers will be connected into the stormwater storage tank at the Northwest Resiliency Park and the force main will connect from the H6/H7 pump station to the NHSA’s existing outfall in 15^th Street.

Underground Utilities Corp. is installing new high level storm sewers and a force main within the northeast portion of the City of Hoboken. These sewers will be connected into the stormwater storage tank at the Northwest Resiliency Park and the force main will connect from the H6/H7 pump station to the NHSA’s existing outfall in 15th Street.

The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place from Monday, November 18, 2024, through Friday, November 22, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. by Underground Utilities Corp.  

Construction Activities

• Concrete and Internal Piping Work at the NWRP Pump Station on 13th Street between Adams and Jefferson Street.
• Installation of Force-main and Gravity Sewer on Adams Street between 13th and 14th Street.
• Installation of Concrete Piers and Pile caps on Adams Street between 13th and 14th Street.  
• Test Pitting on 15^th Street and Clinton Street to determine spacing at tapping location

‍Traffic Management

• HPD Officers will be present on site to assist in traffic redirection at all construction locations.  
• No parking signs will be placed on both sides of 15th Street between Clinton Street and Willow Avenue.  
• No parking signs will be placed on both sides of Adams Street Between 13th and 14th Street.
• There may be partial impacts to the sidewalks on 13th Street between Adams and Jefferson Streets within the pump station work area. Be mindful of Impacts.  
• Adams Street between 13th Street and 14th Street will be closed to thru traffic during the day.

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The following construction activities and traffic management are anticipated to take place from Tuesday, November 12, 2024, through Friday, November 15, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. by Underground Utilities Corp.

No construction activities / traffic management anticipated for Monday, November 11, 2024.

Construction Activities:

• National Watermain Investigation of Trunk Sewer on 15th Street from Adams to Grand Street.
• Investigation consists of cleaning and performing joint repairs.
• Concrete and Internal Piping Work at the NWRP Pump Station on 13th Street between Adams and Jefferson Street.
• Installation of Force-main and Gravity Sewer on Adams Street between 13th and 14th Street.
• Installation of Concrete Piers and Pile caps on Adams Street between 13th and 14th Street.  

Traffic Management:

• HPD Officers will be present on site to assist in traffic redirection at all construction locations.
• No parking signs will be placed on both sides of 15th Street between Adams Street and Grand Street.
• No parking signs will be placed on both sides of Adams Street Between 13th and 14th Street.
• Be mindful of potential impacts to the sidewalks on 13th Street between Adams and Jefferson Streets within the pump station work area.
• Adams Street between 13th Street and 14th Street will be closed to thru traffic during the day.

Underground Utilities Corporation will be installing new sewer lines and curb inlets will be installed 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 November 18, 2024:

Work Activities:

• No construction activities are scheduled for Monday (11/18) through Wednesday (11/20).
• Mobilization and excavation for the installation of new storm drain piping and piles is scheduled for Thursday (11/21) and Friday (11/22) starting at Madison Street and 13^th Street.

Traffic Management:

• HPD Officers will be present on site to assist in traffic redirection along Madison Street between 13^th Street and 15^th Street.  
• No parking signs will be placed on both sides of Madison Street between 13^th Street and 15^th Street.
• No road closures are anticipated this week.

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A temporary traffic pattern has been implemented on Sinatra Drive as part of the ongoing engineering investigation following the June sinkhole discovered near Sybil’s Cave. This will allow traffic to move in both directions during the next phase of this project.

While the temporary traffic pattern is in effect, parking will be removed along sections of the west side of Sinatra Drive south of Sinatra Drive North. Pedestrian and bicyclist detours are in place, with pedestrian access maintained on the western sidewalk adjacent to Stevens, and cyclists will temporarily share the road with vehicles.

The new traffic pattern will allow the City’s marine engineers to conduct geotechnical borings along the eastern portion of Sinatra Drive that will inform the engineering design for the permanent rehabilitation of certain waterfront structures. The geotechnical investigation is expected to last until mid-November, followed by engineering design and permitting, which are anticipated to be complete this year. Construction for the permanent rehabilitation of certain waterfront structures is anticipated early next year, followed by construction of the Sinatra Drive Rehabilitation Project.
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‍These temporary traffic changes were made in consultation with key stakeholders, including Hudson County, NJ Transit, Stevens Institute of Technology, the Hoboken City Council, and the City’s departments and divisions of Public Safety, Engineering, Transportation & Parking, and Parks, Recreation, & Public Works. The City is also working with private property owners with public easements along the northern areas of the waterfront to ensure they complete the necessary inspections and rehabilitation work on certain waterfront structures. Barricades will be removed from these affected areas when certified by their marine engineers.

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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 November 18, 2024:

Work Activities

• Installation of HDPE pipe, fabric, and stone.
• Removal of soil material.

Traffic Management Activities  

• No traffic impacts are anticipated for this week.

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 Dr.), 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.  

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 Dock Site (901 Sinatra Dr.) for equipment and materials storage.

‍Work Activities:

• NY Waterway's contractor will be installing in-water timber piles as part of the site improvements for temporary operations between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. The piles, crane, equipment, and materials will be delivered via tug and barge. As the piles will be driven underwater using vibratory pile driving equipment, noise and vibration impacts are anticipated to be minimal.
• A NY Waterway ferry vessel may be berthed at the southern pier of the former Union Dry Dock site. No maintenance work will be performed.

Phase two of the City Hall Portico Restoration Project builds upon the stone patching, roofing tile, and framing replacements, which were completed in 2020 by 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 complete.  

The following work activities are anticipated to occur during the week of November 18, 2024.  

Work Activities:

• Selective demolition.
• Masonry, mortar, and stone repair mock-ups.

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.