Hoboken Clock Tower Lighting Ceremony

Over 200 people braved the elements and gathered outside the Hoboken Terminal as Mayor Roberts, Senator Menendez, Congressman Albio Sires, State Senator Brian Stack, Assemblyman (and Hoboken Councilman) Ruben Ramos, Jr., Freeholder Maurice Fitzgibbons, NJ Transit Executive Director Richard Sarles and members of the City Council Terry LaBruno, Michael Russo, Peter Cammarano and Beth Mason flicked the switch at the historic lighting ceremony of the Hoboken Clock Tower. The Hoboken Clock Tower will now illuminate the skyline of Hoboken each night and stand as a symbol of the city's colorful and rich history for generations to come.

Connors School "Play Street" Opens

Mayor David Roberts, Hoboken School Board Member James J. Farina and Councilwoman Dawn Zimmer visited Connors School to celebrate the new ordinance designating the closing to vehicular traffic of 2nd Street between Madison Street and Monroe Street between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on school days for children to use as a “ Play Street ”. Parking will also be prohibited during the selected time period on Second Street (both sides) beginning at the easterly curb line of Madison Street and extending to the westerly curb line of Monroe Street . The “ Play Street ” was opened to the children on Friday, May 2 nd and will remain open on school days through June 26 th . Also pictured with Mayor Roberts are Connors School Vice Principal John Bussanich, Second Grade teachers Camille Ryan and Veronica Pardo, as well as children from both of their respective classes.

Arbor Day Celebration

Mayor David Roberts took part in an Arbor Day celebration on the steps of City Hall with students from the Hoboken Catholic Academy on Friday, April 25 th . Special guest speaker, tree expert Meghan Barrier addressed the children on why “trees make Hoboken a better place. A proclamation was given to the students and staff of the Academy in recognition of their Arbor Day projects. In addition, 200 free tree seedlings were distributed to the students for planting.

Mayor Roberts Signs Climate Protection Agreement

Mayor Roberts (center) took a moment before the City Council meeting to sign the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Climate Protection Agreement, an agreement where supporting mayors pledge to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in their communities. Pictured with Mayor Roberts at the signing are City Council members (left to right) Terry LaBruno, Theresa Castellano, Peter Cammarano, Michael Russo, Peter Cunningham and Assemblyman and Councilman Ruben Ramos, Jr. Also pictured are Hoboken Quality of Life Coalition Committee members Joan Abel, Helen Manogue and J.D. Capuano.

NJ Transit Terminal Clock Tower

Mayor Roberts (center) was joined at the NJ Transit Terminal by Councilwoman Dawn Zimmer and Councilman Michael Russo (to her left) in a picture taken to record the arrival of the copper belfry and roof spire, which will soon be hoisted in place as the final pieces on top of the historically replicated Clock Tower. Pictured with the Mayor and Council members are from left, Director of Community Development, Fred M. Bado, Director of Health & Human Services, John Pope, Business Administrator, Dick England, Corporation Council, Steve Kleinman, City Clerk, Jim Farina, and Director of Public Safety, Bill Bergin.

Firefighter Ceremony at City Hall

Mayor David Roberts was on hand as ten new firefighters were sworn in at City Hall and three more were promoted. Louis Turso, Louis Zampella and Michael Stefano were promoted to the rank of Captain. Christopher Curko, Nestor Matos, Christopher McGlinchy, John Taglieri, Marco Cruz, Keeon Walker, Rich Marsh, Joe Grossi, Stephen Scrivani and Steven Manzetti were the new firefighters sworn in at the ceremony.

CITY EMPLOYEE GERI FALLO HONORED

Hoboken Cultural Affairs Coordinator Geri Fallo received a proclamation from Mayor David Roberts after being honored at Hudson County 's Tribute to Women in the Arts. Hoboken honorees Barbara Blecher, artist and graphic designer, Charmaine Jones , culinary artist known as the "Cake Diva" and Jane Cunning Valente culinary extraordinaire from Urban Kitchen , are also receiving proclamations in honor of their recognition as Women in the Arts.