We were just informed of a plan by New Jersey Transit Authority (NJTA) and the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) proposing the closure of the railroad crossing on McClellan Avenue. This would virtually cut off a large section of our town from direct access to the remainder of Berlin Borough. Borough residents who reside in the homes in the affected area as well as one commercial business and the Holy Communion Lutheran Church would be significantly impacted by this closure. Additionally, emergency services such as Police, Fire and EMS response times would be likely delayed. 

If this closure is not stopped, the residents on this side will have one way in and one way out - Route 73 and two jug handles to get back across the tracks or just to get anywhere.  Or we would have to go up 73 to Jackson Road to get back down.  What if there is an issue and Route 73 is closed or blocked off for some reason?  What happens if a neighbor needs emergency personnel and they cannot get here?  

Years ago NJTA asked us for the train to AC.  Now all we are asking is that we keep McClellan open.  

Please consider signing this petition to STOP THE CLOSURE.