I write to first and foremost wish you and your family a Happy New Year! 2024 was a year of tremendous progress for Hoboken, which I know we will continue in the New Year.
Serving as your Mayor these past seven years has been and will continue to be the privilege of my lifetime. I am immensely proud of the historic improvements we’ve made together on everything from securing the former Union Dry Dock site for public use, creating a model for pedestrian safety through our Vision Zero campaign, opening what is likely the country’s largest resiliency park at ResilienCity Park, and so much more.
After conversations with my family, I have decided not to run for re-election this November for a third term as Mayor. While I plan to pursue public service through a different path, I wanted to let you know that 2025 will be my last year as Mayor of our great City.
I’m more than confident about the future of Hoboken, and the path our team has paved for whomever is elected as your next leader. Our waterfront is now, once and for all, free from development. We have adopted redevelopment plans that maintain the charm and character of our City, while providing needed revitalization. We’ve preserved over 10 acres of land for public parkland, without sacrificing major concessions. And we have continued a model of transparency for major city projects, that I am fully confident the public will press for going forward.
Fortunately, Hoboken is home to a number of talented public servants and activists, and I have no doubt that the future is bright. I also have full faith that the voters of Hoboken will select a trusted leader to bring our City to even greater heights in the years ahead.
From the bottom of my heart, I want to extend my gratitude for the trust and confidence you have placed in me. It has been an honor of a lifetime to serve as the Mayor of Hoboken, and I’m confident in the coming years, the best is yet to come.
Sincerely,
Ravi Bhalla
Mayor
Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla has announced that he will not be seeking reelection in the upcoming mayoral race, according to a report from Insider NJ. Bhalla, who has served as mayor since 2017, cited personal reasons for his decision to step down.
In a statement released to the press, Bhalla expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as mayor of Hoboken and highlighted some of the accomplishments achieved during his tenure. He mentioned improvements in public safety, infrastructure, and quality of life for residents as some of the key achievements of his administration.
Bhalla’s decision not to seek reelection comes as a surprise to many in the Hoboken community, as he had previously indicated that he planned to run for a second term. However, the mayor explained that personal considerations have led him to reconsider his plans for the future.
With Bhalla out of the race, the field is now open for other candidates to step forward and vie for the position of mayor. The upcoming election is expected to be highly competitive, as Hoboken residents weigh their options and consider who will best represent their interests and lead the city forward.
As the news of Bhalla’s decision spreads throughout Hoboken, residents are expressing mixed reactions. Some are disappointed to see him step down, while others see it as an opportunity for new leadership to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the city.
Regardless of who ultimately takes over as mayor of Hoboken, it is clear that the upcoming election will be an important moment for the city. Residents will have the chance to choose a leader who will guide Hoboken through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
