The PA is an ideal position to lessen traffic congestion by charging higher rates during peak hours. In attempts to convince the public that a twin is needed, PA officials have warned of the need for similar deck work on the Goethals Bridge, and hinted that traffic chaos will be unavoidable. The Campaign has sent the PA a set of measures for managing travel demand during Goethals deck work, including congestion relief pricing. The PA has not yet responded. The only other way for kids from the apartments is along car- filled Route 27, which has no shoulder or sidewalk.
Parents also say the walk to school is bad enough even with the shortcut.
Municipal school busing budgets are almost always contentious in NJ towns, because so much of the state has been built in a manner that makes it unsafe for children to walk to school. NJ DOT has begun a small local aid program targeting pedestrian safety, which the Campaign will attempt to bring to the attention of the Franklin Township parents. The Campaign needs an energetic staff member to advance economic incentives for reduced car and truck use and congestion in New Jersey. Candidate should be committed to public policy advocacy, communicate well verbally and in writing and be familiar with New Jersey. Market Street, Trenton.