Bayonne Bridge closures this week noted
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced closures of the Bayonne Bridge as part of the “Raise the Roadway” Navigational Clearance Project.
The remaining multi-hour closures for this week are: Thursday, June 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. until 5 a.m. Friday, June 5; Friday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. until 7 a.m. Saturday, June 6. The bridge will also be closed from Saturday, June 6 at 10 p.m. until 8 a.m. Sunday morning, June 7.
Closures are weather dependent.
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Mayor announces road improvements
The city is undertaking improvements to local infrastructure, including major upgrades to its streets, Mayor James Davis announced on May 29.
The work has begun with the resurfacing of Orient Street from East 5th Street to Linnet Street, according to Davis, because the area was in “dire need of repair.”
In anticipation of undertaking an extensive roads program this year, the city applied for and received more than $600,000 from state and federal grants. That amount will be combined with an additional $600,000 allocated as part of the bond ordinance recently adopted by the City Council, for a $1.2 million total dedicated to street resurfacing.
“In recent memory, this is the largest amount allocated to resurfacing side streets,” said Public Works Director Gary Chmielewski.
As soon as engineers finalize the plans, the city will put the work out to bid. Depending on the bids received back, between 40 and 50 blocks will be resurfaced, Chmielewski said.
“Roadway infrastructure directly impacts the quality of life in Bayonne,” Davis said. “Therefore, ensuring that we institute a roads program that reflects the necessity for solid infrastructure is a necessity.”
Farmers Market open at new location
The Bayonne Farmers Market is back, bringing fresh produce and other services to city residents.
The market is open each Tuesday from 2 to 7 p.m., rain or shine, at its new location, 13-21 East 24th St., the corner of East 24th and Church Lane.
Most of last year’s vendors have returned, according to Lauren Dellabella, market manager.
Participating vendors/groups are: Bakers Bounty, Cafe Presto, CarePoint Health, Dr. Pickle, Gourmet Fruits and Nuts, Happy Faces Face Painting, Hoboken Farms, Jersey Buzz, and Jersey City Veggie Burgers.
Also, Just Delicious Kettle Corn, Lizzmonade, Moving Brush Strokes, Outer Limits Hot Sauce, Ort Farms, Paolo’s Kitchen, Sparties Mobile Spa, Stony Hill Farms, The Empanada Lady, and Yona’s Delights.
The market will run until Nov. 24.
Ort Farms is offering its community supported agriculture program again this year.
For more information about the market, call (201) 240-9112, email bayonnefarmersmarket@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/BayonneFarmersMarket.
New municipal website goes live
The city of Bayonne has launched a new website to better serve the public, Mayor James Davis announced on May 27.
“In this day and age we need to be sure that we maximize the use of all media outlets so that information flows freely into and out of City Hall,” Davis said. “My administration has made this a priority, and the launch of the new website continues this effort.”
The launch of the site comes after months of preparation, data gathering, and design by the city’s webmaster in coordination with the administration, city departments, and city hall employees.
“We are really encouraging everyone to check out the new site and let us know what you think,” Chief of Staff Andrew Casais said. “We tried to get all of the important stuff right up front, but the public’s input is crucial, because they are the ones who will be using the site.”
The new homepage includes “Community Events” and “Upcoming Meetings” calendars, recent municipal budgets and city audits, and the latest information on the New Jersey Turnpike 14A Exchange and Bayonne Bridge “Raise the Roadway” construction projects.
The web address will remain the same: www.bayonnenj.org. Feedback can be sent to mayors.office@baynj.org.
Bayonne man among new Sheriff’s officers
Eric Schaefer of Bayonne was one of eight new officers sworn in recently by Hudson County Sheriff Frank Schillari in a ceremony at the Hudson County Courthouse in Jersey City.
Assignment Judge Bariso administered the oath of office to the new officers, with Bayonne Freeholder Kenneth Kopacz in attendance, as well as fellow Freeholders Anthony Romano and Anthony Vainieri.
Child advocate group holding info session
The Hudson County CASA (court appointed special advocate) is recruiting volunteers to advance the best interests of abused and neglected children.
An informational session, addressing the program and the role of its volunteers, will be held on Tuesday, June 9, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Room 901 of the Hudson County Administration Building, 595 Newark Ave., Jersey City.
For more information, call (201) 795-9855, e-mail mgarcia@hudsoncountycasa.org or visit www.hudsoncountycasa.org.