FEATURED STORY
New Jersey Transit Corridor Gets Protected Bike Lane Network
Garden State's commuter routes become model for separated infrastructure.
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NEW JERSEY FIELD OFFICE
823 Locals Against Road Bikers · Trenton Station
QUARTERLY FIGURES · DOCKET NO. AAR-NJ-0030
NEW JERSEY CHAPTER IMPACT
QUARTERLY FIGURES
823MEMBERS
5LOCAL CHAPTERS
21VICTORIES
NEW JERSEY CYCLING SAFETY STATISTICS
CYCLING FATALITIES (2023)75+12% FROM PREVIOUS YEAR
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PROTECTED223 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — UNPROTECTED406 MI
INFRASTRUCTURE MILES — PLANNED112 MI
FUNDING SECURED (2024) — FOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$51M
PUBLIC SATISFACTION INDEX: 4.1 / 5 — 376 RESPONSES ON FILE
This dossier is complete to the extent the Trenton station has filed. Figures not on record are presumed favorable.
PERSONNEL FILE · OFFICE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER LEADERSHIP
OFFICER IN CHARGEMaria Romano
STATIONChapter President · Trenton
ELECTRONIC MAILnewjersey@aarbaa.com
TELEPHONE(609) 555-0712
Join the New Jersey chapter! Contact our chapter president to get involved with local advocacy efforts.
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · ENTERED WITHOUT OBJECTION
VOICES FROM NEW JERSEY
FEATURED MEMORANDUM · RECORDS DIVISION
LATEST FROM NEW JERSEY
CASE OUTCOMES · CLOSED FILES
NEW JERSEY INFRASTRUCTURE VICTORIES
The River Road Guardrail Advisory of 2024
Successfully advocated for the separation of bicycle and vehicle traffic on major thoroughfares, reducing dangerous interactions and improving traffic flow for the majority of road users.
IMPACT:
The Trenton station logged a 44% drop in two-abreast riding on River Road beneath the Palisades and an average 10-minute clearance gain at the Fort Lee approach. Chain-lube smudge recovery held steady at 5.2 per guardrail-mile.
New Jersey Codifies the Cyclist Accountability Act
Landmark legislation requiring cyclists to carry liability insurance and register their bicycles, ensuring accountability for road incidents and providing compensation for victims.
IMPACT:
First state-level cyclist insurance requirement in the region, expected to generate $2M annually for road safety programs
Federal Grant Redirected to the Garden State Parkway Corridor
AARBAA New Jersey helped secure a federal infrastructure grant prioritizing vehicle safety improvements and traffic flow optimization over recreational cycling projects.
IMPACT:
$15 million in funding redirected from bike lanes to critical road repairs and safety improvements
SCHEDULED PROCEEDINGS · PUBLIC NOTICE
UPCOMING EVENTS IN NEW JERSEY
Trenton Station Monthly Convening
MEETINGJoin us for our monthly chapter meeting where we'll discuss ongoing advocacy efforts, review recent incidents, and plan upcoming initiatives for safer roads in New Jersey.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
The River Road Palisades Rally
RALLYStand with us as we rally for safer roads and responsible cycling policies. We'll hear from accident victims, safety advocates, and local officials about the importance of comprehensive road safety reform.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
Ocean Drive Yield Seminar
PRESENTATIONEducational presentation on road safety statistics, dangerous cycling behaviors, and how community members can advocate for safer streets. Q&A session included.
PROCEEDINGS CONCLUDED — MINUTES ON FILE
INFRASTRUCTURE CASE FILES · OPEN MATTERS
INFRASTRUCTURE ISSUES WE'RE ADDRESSING
The Broad Street Contraflow Hazard, Newark
The current bike lane configuration creates blind spots for turning vehicles and encourages cyclists to ride against traffic, leading to numerous near-misses and accidents.
- LOCATION
- Main Street, Trenton
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Trenton
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Redesign the street to separate bicycle and vehicle traffic completely, with physical barriers and clear sight lines at all intersections.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
Unlicensed E-Bikes in Liberty State Park
Electric bicycles reaching speeds of 30+ mph are using pedestrian paths in state parks, creating dangerous conditions for families and hikers.
- LOCATION
- New Jersey State Parks
- AFFECTED AREAS
- Trenton, Statewide
- PROPOSED SOLUTION
- Implement speed limits, require licensing for e-bikes, and create separate trails for motorized bicycles.
- LAST UPDATED
- NOVEMBER 3, 2025
PUBLIC COUNTER · RESPONSES PREPARED IN ADVANCE
FREQUENTLY FILED INQUIRIES
How can I join AARBAA New Jersey?
Joining AARBAA New Jersey is easy! Simply contact our chapter president through the contact information provided on this page, or fill out our membership form. We have 5 chapters across the state with 823 active members. New members are always welcome to join our fight for safer roads.
What does AARBAA do in New Jersey?
AARBAA New Jersey files comment on cycling conduct along River Road beneath the Palisades, Ocean Drive, and the Henry Hudson Drive corridor, and petitions the New Jersey Department of Transportation for enforcement review. Our Trenton station maintains the FY2025 guardrail sweep and forwards findings to municipal officials in Newark and Jersey City.
How many members does the New Jersey chapter have?
Our New Jersey chapter currently has 823 dedicated members across 5 local chapters. We're one of the active state chapters in the national AARBAA network, and our membership continues to grow as more New Jersey residents recognize the need for safer roads and accountability in cycling infrastructure planning.
What are the main road safety challenges in New Jersey?
New Jersey's caseload concentrates on the River Road guardrails beneath the Palisades, the Henry Hudson Drive weekend closures, and the Ocean Drive shoulders, where the Trenton station recorded 5.2 chain-lube smudges per guardrail-mile in FY2025. Drawbridge timing on Ocean Drive remains under review.
What victories has AARBAA New Jersey achieved?
Our closed files include the River Road Guardrail Advisory of 2024 and the Kennedy Boulevard sightline review in Jersey City. Both are held under Records Retention Schedule 7 and available at the public counter on Form AAR-101.
When and where does the New Jersey chapter meet?
The New Jersey chapter holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. Meeting locations rotate between our 5 chapter locations to ensure all members can participate. Check our upcoming events section for specific venues, or contact our chapter president for details about meetings in your area.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RECORDS · EVIDENCE LOCKER
NEW JERSEY CHAPTER GALLERY
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FILE A REQUEST · FORM AAR-101
JOIN AARBAA NEW JERSEY
Ready to make a difference in New Jersey? Fill out the form below to connect with your local chapter and start advocating for safer roads today!
FORM AAR-101 — REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE
REV. 07/2026 · APPROVED FOR PUBLIC USE · FILE IN DUPLICATE
CROSS-REFERENCES · RECORDS RETENTION SCHEDULE 7
PUBLIC COMMENT RECORD · 2 ENTRIES ON FILE
CASE NO. AAR-C-0001
Rosa M. — Jersey City
CASE NO. AAR-C-0002
Anthony D. — Trenton