Hudson County Executive Craig Guy this morning publicly announced major lighting upgrades along the heavily used River Road through West New York and North Bergen thanks to a partnership with PSE&G.
The partnership with PSE&G will improve all existing streetlights with modern, energy-efficient LED fixtures. Guy met with PSE&G officials along the roadway on January 14th.
As Hudson County commuters and out of county drivers know, River Road serves thousands of motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists each day, and the lighting improvements are designed to enhance visibility at night, improve safety, and reduce risks for all road users. These ongoing LED upgrades along River Road reflect Hudson County’s commitment to safer, more accessible streets for all residents and visitors.
In a press release, the County Executive stated, “Safety on our roads is a top priority. Upgrading streetlights is one of the most effective ways to make our streets safer for everyone – drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike. These improvements support our Vision Zero goals by helping to prevent crashes and serious injuries while ensuring residents can move safely through our communities. I also want to thank Union City Mayor Brian Stack and North Bergen Mayor Nicholas Sacco for their partnership and shared commitment to keeping our residents safe. It takes all of us working together to make these projects happen.”
Through this collaboration, PSE&G is replacing outdated fixtures with brighter, more reliable LED lights, providing consistent illumination across the roadway. The County is proud to work with PSE&G to bring this critical safety upgrade to residents.
“PSE&G is proud to work with Hudson County in upgrading to modern LED lighting to brighten streets and improve visibility along roadways,” said Joe McQueen, PSE&G’s Senior Regional Public Affairs Manager. “We also want to thank County Executive Craig Guy, Mayor Stack, and Mayor Sacco for their leadership and partnership in making these important safety improvements possible.”