Politics & Government
Hoboken May Create ‘University District’ Around Stevens Institute
The Hoboken City Council is considering an ordinance that would create a special district around Stevens Institute of Technology. (MAP)
HOBOKEN, NJ — Is it in the City of Hoboken’s best interest to create a “University District” around the campus of Stevens Institute of Technology? That’s the question that the City Council will tackle during a special public meeting on Wednesday.
Hoboken Councilmember Jen Giattino sent an email on Tuesday in advance of the meeting. She wrote that a first reading for the proposed ordinance – with a second reading/vote to follow on another date – will be held on Wednesday, July 25 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 94 Washington Street.
According to Giattino, the meeting agenda will include:
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- City and Stevens present and explain the process to date
- Public comments
- City and Stevens respond to public comments
- Vote on University Zone ordinance for first reading
- Presentation on Parking Utility Plan 21
A map of the proposed University District is included below. See the full ordinance here. More details can also be seen online here.
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