n Partnership with Parks Coalition, Reservoir Preservation Alliance, and Local Boy Scouts, Improvements will Preserve Historical Assets and Enhance Safety
JERSEY CITY – Mayor Steven M. Fulop joins the Municipal Council, the Jersey City Parks Coalition, the Jersey City Reservoir Preservation Alliance, and Boy Scouts Troop 466 to break ground on critical renovations to the historic Reservoir 3 with greater public access for all Jersey City residents and visitors. Originally built in the 1870s, the City has committed $6 million to preserve the historic pumphouse and fully fund renovations for complete public access to the 14-acre site.
Project 30 years in the making; Reservoir 3 will Include Complete Public Access for the 1st Time with $6 Million Dollar Renovation Â
Mayor Steven M. Fulop announced today a $6 million dollar investment to complete the restoration of Reservoir 3 in the Jersey City Heights. The project will include landscaped open spaces, a complete walking trail with access to the waterfront, lighting, and safety measures. This plan represents the largest park investment since the City completed Berry Lane Park.Â
“This project will create another special place for Jersey City residents. This will be one of the great parks anywhere in North Jersey. The reality is, when you are in the reservoir area you don’t even realize you’re in a city. This project has been in discussion for nearly 30 years with residents recognizing the potential but nobody acting on it, and I’m glad we are able to move this forward. It will be an amazing addition to Jersey City,†said Mayor Steven M. Fulop
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO CLEAN -UP THE JERSEY CITY RESERVOIR
Meet at the South Entrance, 10am-2pm
Jersey City is having a Spring Cleanup April 29 as big as all outdoors. The Embankment Preservation Coalition is doing their part by pitching in to polish up “the Hidden Jewel in the Heights,” Reservoir No. 3 between Summit and Central Avenues. Meet board member Luke Schray at the South entrance at Jefferson Avenue. They supply the tools; you supply the energy to help clean the park and improve its nature trails.
If you have not yet visited this amazing ecosystem in the heart of Jersey City, you are in for a treat, not to mention a pizza lunch for our willing laborers. Please let our Volunteer Coordinator know if you are coming.
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