‘Zero tolerance’ in Hoboken on July 4

On Saturday, July 4, Hoboken will be a central site for viewing the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration over the Hudson River. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected. Mayor David Roberts said in a press release this week that all available police officers, firefighters, Office of Emergency Management personnel, building inspectors, and other municipal officials will be enforcing all codes and regulations regarding public behavior with a “zero tolerance level” on that day.
This includes, “absolutely no rooftop parties or gatherings for viewings of the firework celebration, unless the said property has met the code standards for such usage,” according to the release.
It goes on to say: “It is especially important that no overcrowding occur in these properties. Furthermore, the use of balconies, fire escapes, porches or any other structures for viewing are strictly prohibited within the confines of the codes for such structures. And it is imperative that no overcrowding occur in any of these locations as well.”