Some drivers will even go against one way southbound from Newark onto Monmouth the wrong way, then turn right onto 2nd and speed down. Lots of reckless driving in this area.

happens multiple times a day - cars will turn right onto Monmouth from Newark straight into on coming traffic

This is an enforcement issue. We will forward this request accordingly.

Enforcement is really not realistic. When can we get curb extensions/bulb outs considered? If there was a curb extension, the propensity for speeding and for wrong-way driving (with turn radius constrained) would lead to a much calmer street.

+1, enforcement isn't going to do anything. A speed bump on 2nd street would be ideal to stop speeders.

We will observe this intersection as well as letting enforcement know of the issues here. Please note a speed hump has been installed on 2nd St this year between Coles & Newark.

Has anything been improved since you first made this request?

No, that would require Jersey City to do something about pedestrian safety which over 2 years later is unlikely. This issue has only gotten worse, and the street is in need of a speed bump.

We currently have 500 requests throughout the City and very limited funds. We are doing our best to organize and prioritize. I am capturing every request and making sure they are heard as every area will be reviewed. I need more info from all those reading this.

The location shows Second St btwn Monmouth and Brunswick, but also mention of blowing a stop sign. Are these both stop signs? One more than the other? More than just this block?

Solutions mentioned: Curb extensions (pedestrian safety plus tightening of turns) and speed humps.

Any other solutions you all want to propose?

Hi there, apologies, this is by no means your fault and it’s upsetting to see that the city hasn’t allocated more funding for this work. Drivers consistently speed down 2nd street between Monmouth and Brunswick and blow the stop sign at the Brunswick intersection, that particular intersection is notorious. Curb solutions and a speed hump I believe would greatly increase this issue. Is there anything I can do on my end to make this a priority for the city?

I represent the City so this is us being accountable. There is a lot of funding from both the City and grant funding that we chase after, but it is a matter of the amount of requests and being able to prioritize these based on a number of factors, including proximity to a park or school, etc. My job right now is to make sure I understand the issues and the geographical area of concern. Then I package it in an easy way for the Traffic and transportation engineers and planners to digest quickly.

In addition, we understand community activism and partnering with the communities and residents/business owners directly impacted... SCF is a great tool, if the City is using it. I need your input and I am so grateful that so many are engaged. I hope to earn your trust back.

For the speed humps, this is community and Council driven:

If you would like to request a speed hump, please fill out the application via the link below, which can also be found on the City's website.

https://www.cognitoforms.com/CityOfJerseyCity1/speedhumpapplication