WELCOME TO HOBOKEN

HOBOKEN

With a personality much larger than its “Mile Square” image, Hoboken, NJ is nestled along the Hudson River below the Palisades Its evolution from a manufacturing and shipping port to the exclusive urban village it has become a true American success story . Home to over 50,000 residents, Hoboken hosts a cross-selection of communities in a compact, pedestrian-friendly atmosphere

There’s a legendary working-class tradition in Hoboken, and it’s still alive in its neighborhoods It’s the birthplace of baseball, Frank Sinatra, the zipper and the Blimpie submarine sandwich The Maxwell Place community takes its name from the coffee factory that once stood there; the Hudson Tea condominium was for decades a Lipton Tea factory . The city’s docks, at one time among the busiest on the east coast, have given way to recreational piers and an esplanade that offers million-dollar views of the Manhattan skyline .

Though much has changed in the past 25 years, Hoboken retains its hard-working bustle . During rush hours, thousands of commuters pass through the iconic Lackawanna terminal into Manhattan

On Washington Street and beyond, a thriving commercial district comprised mostly of locallyowned boutiques, shops and eateries . Live music, sailing on the Hudson, house tours, art and cultural festivals - from sun-up to beyond sun-down, there’s something interesting going on in Hoboken, and its drawn a dedicated new generation of residents to carry on its dynamic tradition .

As home to Stevens Institute of Technology, the city has a college-town feel . And with its reputation as a mecca for cutting-edge music and spirited nightlife, Hoboken definitely has a youthful bounce to its step. Still, there’s a sizable number of young families making their home in the long established brownstone neighborhoods and newer developments that have re-defined the Hoboken lifestyle.

And Hoboken-ites know great food. You’ll find the best ‘mozz in the world right on Washington Street . Restaurants and cafes dot the city, and run the full range from upscale dining to midnight nosh - in flavors ranging the cultural gamut. And the bakeries... you’ll discover a favorite It’s a town with a healthy appetite, for food and for life .

IMPORTANT CONTACTS DIAL 9-1-1 FOR EMERGENCIES

CITY HALL

94 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 201 420 2000 www hobokennj org

POLICE DEPARTMENT

106 Hudson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · Non-Emergency 201 .420 .2100 www .hobokenpd .com

FIRE DEPARTMENT

201 Jefferson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (Headquarters) · Non-Emergency 201 420 2004 www.hobokenfire.org

HOSPITAL

Hoboken University Medical Center 308 Willow Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 201 418 1000

US POST OFFICE

Main Branch · 89 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 201 .659 .3017

Additional Branches: 504 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 1 Castle Point Terrace, Hoboken, NJ 07030 734 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 5 14th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

LIBRARY

500 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 201 .420 .2280

VERIZON

1 .800 .479 .9966 · www .verizon .com

PUBLIC SERVICE ELECTRIC & GAS (PSE&G)

615 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 · 1 .800 .436 .7734 www .pseg .com

UNITED WATER SERVICE

1 800 422 0441 · www unitedwater com/hoboken

CABLEVISION

201 .798 .6060 · www .optimum .com

PARKING

ON-STREET PARKING PRIMER

Parking in Hoboken is much easier if you know the rules and where to go Most streets in Hoboken are designated on one side (the north or west side) as “Resident Permit Parking Only” with a green sign/ white letters, and the other side (south or east side) as “Permit Parking Only” with a white sign and green letters . The remaining streets are typically in commercial areas and designated as metered (time limit) parking . In all zones, street cleaning and temporary/emergency regulations supersede all other regulations . Parking in these zones is regulated as follows:

• Resident Permit Parking Only Zone (green sign/white letters): Sides of streets with this sign posted require vehicles to display a Resident parking permit . In some instances, other permit types are provided exceptions to park on the “resident” side of the street, but these are few and far between . In most cases, the only vehicles parked on the green sign side of streets are resident neighbors . If you do not have a Resident parking permit, avoid the Resident Only permit parking (green sign) side of residential streets altogether unless you are absolutely sure you have rights to park there . Per City Code, all sides of streets in the city with this designation posted are considered one zone . Since parking conditions are so challenging for residents, HPU carefully enforces this zone with license plate recognition technology; illegally parked vehicles are immediately summonsed and towed .

• Permit Parking Only Zone (white sign/green letters): Sides of streets with this sign posted require vehicles to display one of the various on-street parking permits made available by HPU, including the Resident Parking Permit Without a permit, vehicles must pay for parking through Parkmobile or at a pay station Since parking conditions are so challenging for residents, HPU carefully enforces this zone with license plate recognition technology; illegally parked vehicles are immediately summonsed .

• Metered (Time Limit) Parking Zone: Sides of streets with “Pay Parking” or “Pay at Meter” signs are controlled by metered (time limit) parking regulations . The City utilizes over 220 multi-space parking meters (“pay stations”) to make parking in the metered parking zone more convenient and less confusing . Simply pay by coin, bills (where applicable) or credit/debit at the nearest pay station (no need to display your receipt curbside on your dashboard) . Please note that there is a 2 hour metered parking maximum throughout the entire city during effective hours (typically 9am to 9pm, some exceptions exist so please confirm by reading the signs), so moving a car to another space or street with the same designation after 1 hour and 59 minutes means there is still only one minute left to park at a meter in Hoboken that day For longer durations, please consider parking in one of our municipal parking garages Overnight parking when meters are no longer in effect is free (9pm to 9am in most areas, confirm by reading the signs).

• Other parking regulations: In a dense city, there is a need to make space for various other uses or safety precautions In addition to the requirements for parking zones described above, please be cognizant of state and local parking laws and signage respective to street cleaning, temporary/ emergency access, crosswalks, stop signs, bus stops, fire hydrants, loading, handicapped, Corner Cars, and driveways .

Visitors to our city On-street parking options for Hoboken visitors

• Metered zones: Parking in commercial districts using our state-of-the-art multi-space meters

• Permit Parking Only “Four-Hour” zones: Time limit parking on residential streets with a city-wide maximum limit of four hours

• Visitor Parking Permit: for on-street parking beyond the four hour limit provided to you by a Hoboken resident

Municipal garage parking options for Hoboken visitors

Municipal garage locations and rates

DOING BUSINESS WITH HPU

The easiest way to do business with the Hoboken Parking Utility (HPU) is to create an account using HPUOnline and apply for available products online wherever and whenever you want . HPUOnline was recently launched and makes a wide range of HPU products and services available to the Hoboken community without the hassle of coming in to City Hall . The following list summarizes the various products/services available from HPU, their fees and whether or not they are available using HPUOnline If an item is not yet available with HPUOnline, or if you prefer to conduct your transaction in person, you are welcome to visit our offices on the Ground Floor of Hoboken City Hall at 94 Washington Street, Hoboken, New Jersey 07030 . Also, please feel free to contact us with any questions at parking@hobokennj .gov or 201 .653 .1919 .

TEMPORARY NO PARKING SIGNS

Temporary No Parking Signs (TNP) are for commercial vehicles involved in moving, construction activity, special events, or large deliveries. Residents or businesses can purchase TNP signs to reserve specific onstreet space in 4, 8, 12, and 24-hour increments according to the following pricing:

Time Cost (per sign per day)

4 Hours $ 15 .00 8 Hours $ 25 .00 12 Hours $ 40 .00 24 Hours $ 60 .00

TNP signs are sold M - F, 8:00 a .m . - 4:00 p .m .

RESIDENT PARKING PERMIT

How do I get a Resident Parking Permit?

You can apply online with HPUOnline or you can visit our offices at City Hall. There are two steps to getting a Resident parking permit. Step 1 is to establish yourself as a resident in Hoboken. Step 2 is to demonstrate that you are the owner or primary user of the vehicle for which you want to get a permit.

 STEP 1 – PROOF OF RESIDENCY

The only documentation accepted for Resident Permit Step 1 is a valid New Jersey driver’s license with a legal Hoboken address . If you do not have this, you may qualify for a Temporary Permit while you get your license or address changed with NJMVC .

(Note: If an address change decal has been affixed to the driver’s license, additional proof-of-residency documentation is required . This documentation is the same as Temporary Permit: Step 1)

 STEP 2 – PROOF OF VEHICLE OWNERSHIP | USE

The documentation accepted for Resident Permit Step 2 is:

• A current New Jersey registration with the same name and Hoboken address as the driver’s license used in Resident Permit: Step 1; or,

• A current New Jersey registration with the same name and Hoboken address as the driver’s license used in Resident Permit: Step 1, and proof of insurance with the same name and Hoboken address as the driver’s license used in Resident Permit: Step 1 if an address change decal has been affixed to the registration card; or,

• A valid vehicle registration in a company’s name, a current pay stub with the company’s name and the name of the individual seeking a residential permit from Resident Permit: Step 1, and a notarized letter from the fleet manager or other responsible company authority indicating that the specific vehicle has been issued to the individual seeking a residential permit for business and personal use; or,

• A valid New Jersey vehicle registration in a leasing company’s name, proof of insurance with the same name and Hoboken address as the driver’s license used in Resident Permit: Step 1 .

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

 PATH

The PATH runs 24 hours a day/7 days a week . Schedules may vary by time of day .

Visit www .panynj .com for additional details .

 NY WATERWAY FERRY

The ferry travels between Hoboken, NJ and the World Financial Center and Midtown . Fares and schedules vary from the two Hoboken piers . The uptown ferry is at 14th and Sinatra and the downtown ferry is in the NJ Transit Terminal . There is also a convenient app for your phone!

Visit www .nywaterway .com for additional details .

 HUDSON-BERGEN LIGHT RAIL

The Hudson-Bergen Light Rail travels from North Bergen down to Jersey City and Bayonne There are 3 stops in Hoboken - the Hoboken Terminal, 2nd Street and 9th Street with elevator access to Congress Street in Jersey City Heights

Visit www njtransit com for additional details

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NJ TRANSIT BUSES

NJ Transit operates Routes 22, 85, 87, 89, 126 and Express Routes 23, 63/64, 68 within Hoboken .

Visit www .njtransit .com for additional details . There is a secondary peak route for the 126 Bus that runs on Clinton Street (AM) and Willow Avenue (PM) Monday - Friday .

Visit www .njtransit .com for additional details .

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NJ TRANSIT COMMUTER RAIL

NJ Transit commuter rail operates the Main/BergenPort Jervis, Montclair-Boonton, Morristown, North Jersey Coast, Pascack Valley and Glastone Branch Lines from the Hoboken Station

Visit www njtransit com for additional details

HOW TO RIDE THE HOP Where the Bus Stops

Buses will stop at any intersection along the route when flagged. Please note that buses will cross the intersection before stopping . Please wait on the far side of the intersection .

Boarding the Bus

As the bus pulls up to the stop, be sure to read the sign on the front and side (“Red Hop”, “Blue Hop”, or “Green Hop”) to check that the bus will take you where you want to go . Stay on the curb until your bus stops and the doors open . All buses are accessible to customers who use wheelchairs .

Fares

The best part about the Hop is that it’s FREE!

For Your Safety Please keep your feet, packages and personal belongings out of the aisles . Please do not put your personal belongings on a seat that can be occupied, especially when the bus is crowded .

Getting Off the Bus

The bus will stop at any intersection along its route, if requested To notify the bus driver when you wish to exit the bus, simply pull the stop request cord that runs along the upper part of the windows .

Getting off the Hop GET HOP ALERTS

Subscribe to Hop Alerts and be the first to know about service changes. Two ways to sign up:

Sign up for email and/or text on our website (on the right-hand side) Text “HOPALERT” to 888-777 You can also follow us on twitter at www twitter com/hobokenhop

HOP ON AND HOP OFF: BUS STOP LOCATIONS

Buses stop at any intersection along the route when flagged. Buses cross intersection before stopping. Please wait on the far side of the intersection .

TRASH & RECYCLING

To keep Hoboken streets clean and citizens healthy, Environmental Services manages city wide garbage, recycling, and bulk removal programs The Department also coordinates with the Hudson County Improvement Authority to provide drop off days for household hazardous materials twice per year All items for collection should be placed curb side after 7:30 pm, or after 9 pm in the Limited

GARDEN & YARD WASTE

Place at the curb after 7:30 pm (9:00 pm for Washington Street) on Thursday night Separate leaves, grass, weeds and branches . Tie in bundles, or leaves may be put in transparent bags or special paper bags available at the DropOff Center

Note: these materials are picked up early Friday morning by a different crew than picks up regular single stream recycling .

METAL FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES

Place at the curb after 7:30 pm (9:00 pm for Washington Street) on Thursday night

Metal Furniture: Metal file cabinets, desks, bed frames, etc.

Metal Appliances: Remove doors from refrigerators, washers, dryers and stoves . Hot water heaters, air conditioners and small metal appliances are also accepted You could get paid for recycling that old appliance! Before placing it at the curb, see if you are eligible for a $ rebate through the New Jersey Clean Energy Program

NON-METAL FURNITURE

Non-metal furniture and mattresses can be disposed of with regular garbage Non-metal furniture with metal parts (example: upholstered chair with metal or wood legs, or a sofa bed) should be disposed of with regular garbage . For additional options to dispose of mattresses, visit Mattress Clarity

LIGHTING FIXTURES

Lamps and lighting fixtures should be disposed of with regular garbage . Incandescent light bulbs should be disposed of with regular garbage. Compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs should be recycled at a home improvement retailer

Business Area on the appropriate day (see Waste Collection Schedule below) Failure to follow this and other municipal ordinances can result in the issuing of a summons For more information, Environmental Services can be reached at 201420-2385 or 201-420-2277 or 201-420-2012

E-WASTE RECYCLING

Place at the curb after 7:30 pm (9:00 pm for WashingtStreet) on Thursday night Computers, televisions, monitors, cell phones . Other small appliances such as vacuums, coffee makers, blenders, and food processors should be disposed of with regular garbage

Note: these materials are picked up early Friday morning by a different crew than picks up regular single stream recycling .

BATTERIES

Alkaline batteries can now be disposed of with regular garbage

TOYS, BLANKETS, CLOTHING, SHOES, COLLECTIBLESRECYCLE FOR CHARITY!

GreenDrop services Hoboken with weekly donation collections of clothing, shoes, blankets and bedding, tools, collectibles, kitchenware, toys, musical instruments and sporting goods Donations should be bagged or boxed, labeled with the benefiting charity name and easily visible and accessible for the GreenDrop driver who will come by on Wednesdays between 7 am and 7 pm Donors can call to schedule a home pickup at 888-944-3776 or register online . Collections must be scheduled directly with GreenDrop

COMPOST (ORGANICS RECYCLING)

The City of Hoboken offers organics recycling for businesses, schools, and residents Organics recycling brings food scraps to farms where they are recycled into compost, which is used to fertilize the soil Learn more about composting options for residents and businesses in Hoboken

STAY INFORMED

In addition to providing regularly updated information via the City’s website, hobokennj . org, the City of Hoboken provides a number of ways for residents to receive news, storm and potential flood alerts, road closure and parking restriction notices, community updates, and more . Residents may sign up to receive direct text message and/or email updates from City Hall through the Nixle service .

REGISTER FOR THE CITY’S EMERGENCY ALERT TEXT OR PHONE NOTIFICATIONS

http://www .hobokennj .org/emergency/

The City also provides updates via Twitter (@CityOfHoboken) and Facebook (http:// facebook .com/hoboken) .

In addition, residents can also follow the Department of Transportation and Parking (@ hobokentap) and The Hop (@hobokenhop) to receive corresponding updates via Twitter . Users may also subscribe to web page updates via the City’s rss news feed .