Hoboken opens flood-resilient park with 2M-gallon stormwater storage capacity

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Hoboken has officially inaugurated ResilienCity Park, a 5.4-acre green space built on a former industrial site. The park serves a dual purpose, offering recreational amenities while significantly bolstering the city's flood defenses. It features both above-ground and below-ground stormwater storage systems capable of holding up to 2 million gallons. The project was financed through a combination of federal, state, and county funding, meaning local residents will not face any tax increases. The initiative is being viewed as a model for other cities seeking to address climate-related flooding challenges.

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