NEWARK, N.J., March 15, 2025 – 
On Wednesday, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop, the Jersey City Redevelopment Agency (JCRA), and City Council Members broke-ground on the future Bayfront Promenade. Walsh represents Senator Robert Torricelli in his role as the court-appointed Special Master overseeing the long-term environmental cleanup of the property.
“What was done here can be done all across the state of New Jersey,” said Senator Torricelli. “This is a triumph of engineering, of legal leadership, of judicial action, and of your [Mayor Fulop] administration together. Now, let’s make it a model for where people live and make sure it gets duplicated.”
The Bayfront plan envisions approximately 8,000 new housing units and a redesigned street grid, effectively creating a new neighborhood. The proposal also includes 23 acres of open space, a new charter school, fire station, and enhanced transportation options, which is highlighted by a strong commitment from New Jersey Transit to extend the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Bayfront.
