THIS SATURDAY: 8/17 Ride to Summer Streets!
Hello, reader!
It’s August which means Summer Streets events are happening in many places. Our longest ride of the year will be this Saturday. Read on for more details!
Saturday August 17: Ride to Manhattan Summer Streets!
Join us Saturday, August 17 for our 2nd annual ride to celebrate Summer Streets in Manhattan! We will meet at 9:30am and roll out at 10am from Braddock Park at the Riverview Dr. Circle roundabout.
NOTE: Optional feeder ride from Hamilton Park, Boulevard East at 9am that will take you to the Braddock Park starting point.
This is a 20 mile round trip ride - some riding experience keeping up at 10-12 mph recommended! The ride will end at Brookfield Place Terminal with the options to take the ferry back to Paulus Hook or Hoboken Terminal. Download the NY Waterway App to purchase your 1-way weekend ticket ($6.50) from Brookfield Place Terminal. See you out there!
Reference Links
Meadowlands District Safety Survey
Share your safety challenges getting around within the Meadowlands District by walking, cycling, riding, or driving. Your feedback will help develop strategies to make roadways in the Meadowlands District safer for everyone. Take the survey.
September 7: Demonstration Project on JFK
Save the date! In September the county will be doing a demonstration project on JFK as part of the on-going Vision Zero Action Plan. Learn more here.
Advocacy Communication Channels
Are you passionate about making our streets safer in North Bergen, Guttenberg, West New York, and Union City? We invite you to join our community-focused discussions!
We're launching a Signal group to connect with local residents who want to tackle specific issues together. This platform will allow us to share updates, collaborate on initiatives, and amplify our voices. If you're interested in being part of this vibrant community, just hit reply, and I'll send you the invite link!
Additionally, if you're eager to engage with a broader network, consider joining the Hudson County Complete Streets Slack community. You can sign up by submitting this form.
Together, we can create meaningful change in our neighborhoods!
Around the Hudson
Visit the Hudson County Complete Streets online calendar for details about community bike rides, street fairs, and more!
The Greenway construction is starting this year! Stay up to date on each phase of the project.