Christie’s Transportation Record Assailed as Short-Sighted, Short of Cash

Christie’s Transportation Record Assailed as Short-Sighted, Short of Cash - NJ Spotlight: "Lewis said the administration does deserve some credit for completing a Turnpike-widening plan that began before Christie was elected, launching a $1 billion rehabilitation of the decrepit Pulaski Skyway, and supporting the Port Authority’s ambitious project to elevate the Bayonne Bridge and allow passage of larger ships."

Bayonne Bridge by Anthony Butera

Bayonne Bridge by Anthony Butera: "Painting - Watercolor On Paper"

Hudson Reporter - What s next for the Gold Coast?

What's next for the Gold Coast: "As developers search for new opportunities in the Gold Coast, the 19-mile stretch of New Jersey from the Bayonne Bridge to the George Washington Bridge, they are seeing their target market of renters broaden beyond the 25 to 35-year-old millennials that were once the primary focus."

Congestion persists at NY-NJ port | JOC.com

Congestion persists at NY-NJ port: "GCT Bayonne, formerly known as Global Terminal, recently handled an extra loader that was the first 10,000-TEU vessel to call on the East Coast. The terminal is the only major one in New York-New Jersey that isn’t affected by the 151-foot vertical clearance under the Bayonne Bridge."

Bayonne Bridge to close for construction on Saturday | SILive.com

Bayonne Bridge to close for construction on Saturday: "The Bayonne Bridge will be closed for all of Saturday to facilitate "Raise the Roadway" construction."

Bayonne bridge construction: Port Authority, city officials issue additional updates | NJ.com

Bayonne bridge construction: Port Authority, city officials issue additional updates | NJ.com: "The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has released another series of updates on the ongoing $1.3 billion "Raise the Roadway" project on the Bayonne Bridge, according to Bayonne city officials."

On a related note...

The Pulaski Skyway is closing for 8 weekends. Here's what you need to know

Together North Jersey | The Bayonne Bridge Navigational Clearance “Raise the Roadway” Program presentation

The Bayonne Bridge Navigational Clearance “Raise the Roadway” Program presentation:
WHEN: April 7, 2015 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
WHERE: Special Events Forum, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
33 Livingston Avenue
New Brunswick
NJ 08901
COST: FREE"

Rutgers alumnus to present discussion on Bayonne Bridge navigational clearance program, April 7 | Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy

Rutgers alumnus to present discussion on Bayonne Bridge navigational clearance program, April 7 | Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy: "The presentation will  highlight construction means and methods as ways to minimize environmental and community impacts; eliminate private right-of way acquisition; keep the roadway open during construction; limit impacts in the navigational channel, preserve the historic, iconic arch; remove the original (1931) lead-based paint; expedite the construction schedule; and minimize cost. Animation and video clips will illustrate the innovative design, construction staging, and community mitigation that was implemented to advance this critical regional infrastructure project, which is approximately 30 percent complete."

Investment in Hudson County's major roadways is measured in billions | NJ.com

Investment in Hudson County's major roadways is measured in billions: Construction on the $1.3 billion "Raise the Roadway" project on the Bayonne Bridge is plowing ahead, the Port Authority reports.

The construction project, which began in May 2013 and is slated to be completed by 2017, is designed to raise the navigational clearance under the crossing to 215 feet to allow larger, modern ships to travel under it. The project will also provide commuters with a modern roadway with 12-foot lanes and a 12-foot shared lane for bicyclists and pedestrians.

The Port Authority recently reported that the launch of a gantry -- an overhead structure that places concrete slabs on top of new piers supporting the bridge -- is proceeding as planned."

Bayonne Bridge Closure Schedule | The City of Bayonne, NJ

Bayonne Bridge Closure Schedule | The City of Bayonne, NJ: "The Bayonne Bridge will close tonight (Friday, March 20) at 9pm and reopen Monday, March 23rd at 5am.

Daily schedule

Monday March 23 – 9:00pm – 5:00 am closure

Tuesday March 24  – 9:00pm – 5:00 am closure

Wednesday March 25  –  9:00pm – 5:00 am closure

Thursday March 26 – 9:00pm – 5:00 am closure

Friday March 27 – 11:59pm – 11:59pm

The Bayonne Bridge will be closed from 11:59pm Friday March 27th – 11:59pm Saturday March 28th."

New Pictures of Bay Crane working the Bayonne Bridge Project In NY - Crane Network News

New Pictures of Bay Crane working the Bayonne Bridge Project In NY - Crane Network News: "The around-the-clock closure would begin Friday, March 20, at 9 p.m. and would continue through Monday morning, March 23, at 5 a.m. But the work is weather dependent and there is a chance that Friday’s snowfall could postpone the closure until next weekend, according to Port Authority Spokesman Chris Valens."

Bayonne Bridge Update | The City of Bayonne, NJ

Bayonne Bridge Update | The City of Bayonne, NJ: "There will be a full weekend closure of the Bayonne Bridge from 9:00 p.m. on Friday evening, March 20, until 5:00 a.m. on Monday morning, March 23.  The Port Authority advises out-of-town visitors for Bayonne’s St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday, March 22, to take alternate routes."

U.S. Ports Modernize While Water Supply and Quality Deteriorate | Circle of Blue WaterNews

U.S. Ports Modernize While Water Supply and Quality Deteriorate | Circle of Blue WaterNews: "The New York/New Jersey port, with a big assist from the federal government, is spending $US 1.3 billion to lift the 84-year-old Bayonne Bridge high enough to allow a new generation of super-sized cargo vessels to pass underneath."

A Bridge Too Low — The Atlantic

A Bridge Too Low — The Atlantic: "At high tide, 151 feet of empty air lies between the waters of the Kill Van Kull and the steel deck of the Bayonne Bridge. They may be the most consequential 151 feet in North America."

Nice Bridge Pic!

Urban Industrial Imaging | The Fence:

Off-peak closures scheduled for the Bayonne Bridge next week

Off-peak closures scheduled for the Bayonne Bridge next week | SILive.com: "The bridge will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. from Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20.
There will be a full closure of the Bayonne [Bridge] for the entire weekend of Friday, March 20. The bridge will be completely closed to traffic from that Friday, beginning at 9 p.m., through Monday morning, March 23, at 5 a.m."



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New Bayonne Bridge piers begin to tower over drivers as road-raising project hits high gear | SILive.com

New Bayonne Bridge piers begin to tower over drivers as road-raising project hits high gear | SILive.com: "Over the course of the next year, the Port Authority will work toward building the entire elevated platform for New Jersey-bound traffic on the Bayonne Bridge, as part of Stage 3 of "Raise the Roadway" construction."

I Miss Summer | Working Harbor Committee

I Miss Summer | Working Harbor Committee:

Bay Crane working on Bayonne Bridge construction - Crane Network News

Bay Crane working on Bayonne Bridge construction - Crane Network News

I Miss Summer | Working Harbor Committee

I Miss Summer | Working Harbor Committee: Nice Brideg pic!

Bayonne Bridge Open on Night of March 5 | The City of Bayonne, NJ

Bayonne Bridge Open on Night of March 5 | The City of Bayonne, NJ: "The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has advised the City of Bayonne that the Bayonne Bridge will be open on the night of Thursday, March 5, 2015.

Bayonne Bridge Open Wednesday Night, March 4 | The City of Bayonne, NJ

"The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has advised the City of Bayonne that the Bayonne Bridge will be open on Wednesday night, March 4, 2015."

Bridge Closures

Bayonne Bridge Update | The City of Bayonne, NJ: "During the current phase of construction, the Bayonne Bridge will undergo two to four six-hour closures per week, in order to allow for the installation of road segments."

Bayonne Bridge Construction Photos

Port Authority lays support for the Bayonne Bridge's elevated roadway - Photo Gallery: Construction workers on the New Jersey side of the Bayonne Bridge use the Port Authority's gantry cranes to place and secure a pier table, which will hold the raised roadway."

Ponying up a pittance for West Shore rail study (editorial)

Ponying up a pittance for West Shore rail study (editorial) | SILive.com: "The rail line would run a 13.1-mile route along the Island's West Shore, with stops from Richmond Valley to Elm Park. It would carry Island commuters to the Bayonne Bridge to connect with New Jersey Transit's Hudson Bergen Light Rail Line."