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Fund for a Better Waterfront (FBW) was founded on the belief that the waterfront belongs to the people. For the last thirty years, we have been dedicated to our vision of a contiguous public park along the Hudson River. We have achieved a large portion of that goal in Hoboken and are dedicated to its completion through a process of planning, advocacy and partnerships. We believe that Hoboken can be a beacon of smart urban design and inspiration for waterfront renewal worldwide.
Recent Articles
Court documents reveal details of settlement agreement between City of Hoboken and NY Waterway
Once the court approves the Consent Order for Final Judgment, NY Waterway will receive the agreed-upon purchase price of $18.5 million and the City of Hoboken will finally have clear title to the Union [...]
FBW and Hoboken reach a settlement upholding the right to referendum on future sale or lease of the Union Dry Dock site
The City also agrees to deed restriction language required by the City’s Open Space Trust Fund Ordinance FBW | November 14, 2023 The latest dispute over the Union Dry Dock property [...]
Elaborate landscape design unveiled for Maritime Park at the former Union Dry Dock site
Living shorelines; an updated, concrete skate park; an expansive lawn surrounded with canopy trees; two new piers, one for docking historic vessels, and a civic building are featured FBW | November [...]
The Schooner Apollonia harnesses wind power for carbon-neutral shipping along the Hudson River
The Apollonia crew will receive FBW’s Riparian Award at Connect the Waterfront 2023 at the Hoboken Elks Club on November 9 FBW | October 18, 2023 Based in Germantown, New [...]
The intense rainfall event on September 29 overwhelmed sewer systems throughout the region, including Hoboken’s
Millions invested for Hoboken's flood mitigation shows limited results Are you in the new flood zone? Use the FEMA address lookup tool for Region II to find out: Address Lookup FBW [...]
Let’s Help Hoboken Eradicate Lead Service Lines
Lead-Free Hoboken is a group of concerned citizens with the specific mission of working with the City of Hoboken to secure compliance with the requirements of New Jersey's Safe Drinking Water Act and to [...]
Waterfront Promenade Approach for a park at Union Dry Dock ranks first in public survey
This preferred alternative includes the skate park, an expansive lawn, expanded beach and forest trails FBW | August 29, 2023 Following the second public meeting conducted in July via [...]
As climate change heats up our planet, Hoboken falls short on its tree canopy coverage
More trees provide essential protections as our cities and the world is threatened by rising temperatures The last significant addition to Hoboken tree canopy coverage was at Hoboken's South Waterfront in the 1990s. [...]
The unique protected inlet at the Weehawken Cove could meet the needs of an ever-growing paddling program
FBW | July 25, 2023 A beach and boathouse in Hoboken have been a haven for paddlers but there is a need to expand If you are seeking to get out on the [...]
Dattner and SCAPE present three approaches for a park design at the Union Dry Dock site
To help shape the final design, everyone is encouraged to complete an online survey that is available through July 26 on the City’s Maritime Park website. The survey seeks feedback on the three alternatives [...]
The public expresses concerns about environmental, safety and oversight issues as Board approves ferry facility
Settlement agreement between City and NY Waterway requires 3 to 5 year lease for maintenance facility at Union Dry Dock By Heather Gibbons | June 29, 2023 It was past [...]
Over 1700 people respond to survey, providing input for a park at Union Dry Dock
Public shows support for passive park, green space, natural habitats and living shorelines FBW | May 10, 2023 “A beautiful open space that connects the whole Hoboken waterfront!” “Please don't [...]