I believe that supporting reliable recreation programs and maintaining clean, accessible open spaces are essential responsibilities of local government. These resources strengthen our community’s health, well-being, and sense of connection.

Recreation & Open Space

Parks and Recreation Facilities

As part of the larger commitment to transparency, I believe that residents need easier access to information about what’s going on locally in terms of events and ongoing activities. I am committed to better connecting residents to what’s going on, and expanding our efforts to get the word out.

Expand and Enhance City Recreation Facilities:

    • Prioritize renovation of the Multi Service Center at 124 Grand Street in order to expand our footprint of recreation space at this site, modernize the Senior Center, expand the footprint for the Hoboken Public Library satellite here, and update the Hoboken Family Planning Clinic facilities.

    • Oversee acquisition of the former YMCA from Hoboken Community Center (HCC) and implement a subsequent redesign based on resident input - which includes an existing indoor pool that must be open year-round for all residents.

    • Expand access to City-owned recreation spaces to be open later - especially the Damon Murray Gym at 7th/Jackson and the Multi Service Center to allow for more open gym time weeknights and weekends all year long.

    • Prioritize the ongoing and routine maintenance of our existing recreation spaces and parks so that the taxpayer burden is simple upkeep rather than major overhaul.

  • Steward the transfer and redevelopment of the Union Dry Dock property to keep Hoboken on track for a fully continuous waterfront park spanning the entire length of the city.

    • Preserve Hoboken Cove, which is adjacent to this site, in order to ensure that this vibrant and ecologically diverse space is protected. 

    • Support the amazing work being done by volunteers through the non-profit Hoboken Cove Community Boat House that provides free programming to our community. 

  • Broaden Partnerships to Increase Access:

    • Work with Stevens to improve communications about opportunities for residents to use on-campus facilities and participate in on-campus activities such as sports events.

    • Add weekend HOP service to the Weehawken Pool during summer months until such time that a Hoboken community pool is complete.

Work with Hudson County Division of Parks to get time on fields throughout Hudson County to expand practice time for travel sports programs.

Community Programming

As part of the larger commitment to transparency, I believe that residents need easier access to information about what’s going on locally in terms of events and ongoing activities. I am committed to better connecting residents to what’s going on, and expanding our efforts to get the word out.

Strengthen the Recreation Department:

  • Clearly define the mission of our Recreation Program to be clear about the way we prioritize use of public spaces. Improve coordination between the school district and private recreation leagues to strike a balance across programs and avoid duplication.

  • Institute a parent advisory board to improve feedback and responsiveness with the Recreation Department, and establish a program that allows more volunteers to support our Recreation programs. 

  • Every league/sport must have a page on the City website that explains the rules, the calendar, the contact information for coaches, the schedule of practices and games, and the standings. Schedules for each season must be provided to participants no later than 3 weeks before the start of each season.

  • Hoboken Needs a Summer Camp:

    • Develop a robust summer program that engages children as participants, and older youth as counselors to provide an affordable, local option that takes full advantage of existing facilities.

  • Expand City Programming:

    • Expand programming for kids not into sports (e.g. theatre, music, art, etc) in partnership with local arts programs and local artists.

    • Expand program offerings for active seniors (e.g., beyond Zumba) because in 2025, our population of mature adults want to live active and social lives. Also ensure that these programs are offered throughout the city, not just at the Senior Center, which is downtown.

    • Work with Hudson County to expand inclusive and adaptive programs available to our population of children and adults with disabilities.