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Hoboken’s Grand Street traffic redesign is sparking heated debate as city council votes to end the pilot early—but Mayor Emily Jabbour stands firm, pledging to see it through until November. The project, now in its tenth month, introduces protected bike lanes, curb extensions, and safer crosswalks to boost pedestrian safety. Critics argue the changes are narrowing the street, hurting local businesses, complicating drop-offs, and even hindering first responders. Yet the mayor defends the initiative, pointing to Hoboken’s nine-year streak without traffic fatalities and emphasizing that the redesign is about safety—not just bikes. To balance community concerns, the city is launching a feedback system with an email, online survey, and public meetings, inviting residents to shape the future of Grand Street.

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