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“Reconfiguring Route 29 into a boulevard offers the promise of reinvigorating the city’s relationship with the riverfront,” said Tom Rust, Economic Director of the Trenton Downtown Association. “By redesigning the corridor to allow for a multi-use, pedestrian-friendly boulevard, this project will improve safety, create new parks, reduce traffic noise, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents. A boulevard design will allow for better access to waterfront parks, cultural attractions, and recreational areas, attracting new investments and economic development, and encouraging local tourism.”

“Trenton deserves a riverfront that is accessible and inviting, not divided by an outdated highway,” said Austin Edwards, Esq. of the Trenton NAACP. “This campaign is about reclaiming our connection to the river and reimagining our city’s future. We are excited to rally support for this transformative vision that will make Trenton a more vibrant, accessible, and community-focused city.”

“Transforming Route 29 into a boulevard is more than just a transportation project—it’s about reconnecting Trenton to its riverfront and unlocking new opportunities for economic growth, recreation, and community engagement,” said Peter Kasabach, executive director at New Jersey Future. “For too long, the highway has been a barrier between residents and one of the city’s greatest assets. This campaign represents a bold step toward a more vibrant, accessible, and people-centered Trenton,” Kasabach continued to share.

“Reconnecting Trenton’s riverfront along Route 29 is an essential step toward revitalizing our city,” said Yazminelly Gonzalez the Trenton City Council President. “It will create a space that is accessible and welcoming. Reimagining the riverfront presents an opportunity to transform an underutilized area of this city into a vibrant place which allows an opportunity for more recreational activities and green space.”

“The Route 29 Boulevard Project is about more than just infrastructure—it’s a transformative step toward reconnecting Trenton with its riverfront, creating safer, more accessible spaces for everyone,” said Trenton Mayor W. Reed Gusciora. “This project will help shape a more connected and sustainable future for our city.”