The City of Hoboken announced upcoming traffic detours regarding the ongoing construction of the Rebuild by Design project back in August — and the closures start today, Monday, September 16th. 15th Street from Park Avenue to Bloomfield Street will be closed to vehicular traffic for about three months for the construction of the Rebuild by Design Resist structure. School pick-up and drop-off will also be affected, and a community meeting was held at the beginning of this month to discuss the ongoing construction ahead of the closures. Read on for more about this Hoboken street closure that starts today, September 16th.
About the Street Closure
Per a Nixle alert from the City, 15th Street from Park Avenue to Bloomfield Street will be closed to vehicular through-traffic 24 hours a day for approximately three months to facilitate the construction of the Rebuild by Design Resist structure at the intersection of 15th Street and Garden Street. The closure will start on or around Monday, September 16th, 2024.
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Garden Street from 14th Street to 15th Street, as well as the alleyway between Garden Street and Bloomfield Street, will remain closed. Sidewalks will remain open on the south side of 15th Street between Park Avenue and Garden Street, between Garden Street and Bloomfield Street, as well as on the west side of Garden Street from 14th Street to 15th Street. Garage access will be maintained.
Hoboken police officers will be on-site to help manage traffic flow as needed, and detour signage and variable message sign boards will be placed in key locations to provide traffic and pedestrian safety advisories.
School Pick-Up + Drop-Off Changes
Starting Tuesday, September 3rd, the City designated both sides of Bloomfield Street and the north side of 14th Street for school pick up and drop off Monday through Friday from 7AM to 7PM. Temporary No Parking Signs are posted. Residents are encouraged to walk, bike, or use mass transit, including the HOP shuttle.
Other Important Updates
Designated loading zones for deliveries and resident shuttle pick-up and drop-off will continue to be provided on the north side of 14th Street between Garden Street and Park Avenue.
Emergency access for police and EMS vehicles will be provided on 15th Street, while fire trucks will use the cobblestone area of Garden Street north of 14th Street. To facilitate emergency access, bollards on Garden Street at 14th Street have been temporarily removed.
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For weekly construction schedules of the Rebuild by Design construction, visit the City’s construction updates page.
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This Hoboken Urgent Care is Open Every Day of the Year
This article is sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS.
When you feel sick, it’s important to have access to fast, convenient, high-quality medical care. Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS, located at 5 Marine View Plaza Suite 101 in Hoboken, is now open and is providing just that to Hoboken locals. This office covers traditional urgent care services + advanced diagnostics with board-certified emergency physicians, treating pediatric, adult, and geriatric urgent medical needs. Plus, it now accepts most major insurance plans. Keep reading to learn more about this comprehensive urgent care medical practice in Hoboken.
Disclaimer: This article is sponsored, and for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Urgent Care + Diagnostic Services in One Location
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS provides coordinated care as part of the state’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare network. It is accredited by the Urgent Care Association (UCA) Accreditation Program.
“Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS facilities are equipped to handle a wide range of medical concerns, giving patients a one-stop shop for treatment,” Arthur Calise, DO, FACOEP, board-certified emergency medicine physician and Medical Director for both West Orange and Hoboken Urgent Care PLUS locations, told The Hoboken Girl.
The team includes board-certified emergency physicians, professional nurses, and support staff who are skilled and experienced in handling medical emergencies. Patients of all ages can receive treatment for a variety of conditions including broken bones, allergic reactions, vomiting, flu, headaches, and burns.
The Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS in Hoboken is open every day of the year — including holidays. No appointment necessary for treatment.
With board-certified emergency physicians on staff, patients can receive fast, high-quality medical care, diagnostic tests, and advanced imaging all under one roof.
Most Major Insurance Plans Accepted
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS accepts most major insurance plans including United Healthcare, Oxford, Cigna, Medicare, Horizon, and AmeriHealth. The practice will also start accepting Brighton soon.
By accepting so many insurance plans, Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS sets itself apart from other urgent care practices. This Hoboken practice has lower out-of-pocket copays than going to an emergency department, meaning more patients can access reliable + affordable healthcare services. Disclaimer: you should always consult with your insurance provider for exact rates.
Not only is Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS cheaper than going to the emergency room, it’s also a great alternative for patients who don’t need emergency room care but don’t know where to turn.
Enhanced Patient Experience
The new Hoboken facility has state-of-the-art imaging modalities, like X-rays, CT Scans, EKGs, and Ultrasounds, along with advanced on-site labs for diagnostics.
Patients will experience a clean, safe, spacious, low-stress environment as soon as they walk through the doors. The team prides itself on providing elevated customer service and shorter wait times compared to emergency departments.
If follow-up appointments are needed, the network of providers has access to medical records and health histories to ensure that the patient-centered care team is all cooperatively involved in ongoing treatments.
“We are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, coordinated care to the communities we serve and look forward to giving patients a convenient new alternative to the emergency room or traditional urgent care centers,” Dr. Calise said.
Hackensack Meridian Urgent Care PLUS is located at 5 Marine View Plaza Suite 101 in Hoboken. You can call 848-308-4612 with questions.
