Governor Murphy has announced that Newark’s historic Penn Station will receive $190 million in renovations and upgrades over the next five years. The first $30 million in work will begin immediately and will focus on aesthetics such as restoration of the classic benches in the waiting room, installation of brighter lighting, updating of the bathrooms, improved HVAC and air-handling, fresh paint and tile, and a deep clean of the limestone exterior to once again showcase the architecturally significant façade. Updates to Newark Penn Station have long been a priority for NRBP members.
NJ Transit is also undertaking a Bus Network Redesign Initiative for Greater Newark that will analyze the area’s 38 local bus routes, and gather community input, to better address the region’s mobility needs. The results can have a profound impact on the quality of life for residents while affecting the needs of employers and real estate development.
New Jersey Transit’s Rich Schaefer, Chief Engineer – Design and Environmental and Jeremy Colangelo-Bryan, Chief Planner will present an overview of the Newark Penn improvements. RJ Palladino, a Senior Program Manager at NJ Transit will discuss the Newark Bus Network Redesign effort.
This program will be of interest to a wide range of members including construction-related companies, entertainment venues and restaurants, employers, colleges, community-serving non-profits and more.
This program is free for NRBP members. Click here to register!
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