Stop NJDOT from acquiring our homes for a roundabout
The Issue
For over 36 years, my wife and I have called our house in [location] our home. We've filled it with irreplaceable memories, raising our family and building a community. At ages 74 and 84, we had hoped to spend our remaining years in peace, surrounded by the familiarity and comfort of our cherished neighborhood. However, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has proposed a plan to construct a roundabout that threatens to upend this community and force many families, including ours, from their homes.
This roundabout will not only displace residents but also disrupt our tight-knit community. It's more than just an infrastructure project—to us and to our fellow neighbors, it means upheaval. Homes would be demolished, neighborhoods fragmented, and the fabric of community life irreparably altered. We believe the negatives far outweigh the perceived benefits.
NJDOT argues that this roundabout will improve traffic flow and reduce accidents. However, according to data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, while roundabouts can improve traffic safety, not every location fits a one-size-fits-all solution. In our community, traffic congestion is minimal and safety is not a pressing concern. Introducing a roundabout where it's unnecessary not only misallocates state resources but also disrupts lives for negligible gain.
Furthermore, many of us are aging, with deep roots and personal ties to this area. Relocation poses undue stress and financial burden, especially for fixed-income retirees. Selling homes under pressure often results in financial losses and unfair compensation for the value of the lives built there.
Instead of proceeding with the roundabout, we urge NJDOT to explore alternative solutions focused on minimal disruption to our community, such as traffic lights, signage improvements, or enhanced enforcement of existing laws. It is vital that any infrastructure developments take a community-focused approach, where residents’ concerns and stories are weighed alongside logistical benefits.
Please join us in urging NJDOT to reconsider this project, preserving the homes and lives of countless residents, securing the tranquility of our remaining years, and maintaining the spirit of our vibrant neighborhood. Your signature can help make a difference. Sign the petition to stop the NJDOT roundabout plan!
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The Issue
For over 36 years, my wife and I have called our house in [location] our home. We've filled it with irreplaceable memories, raising our family and building a community. At ages 74 and 84, we had hoped to spend our remaining years in peace, surrounded by the familiarity and comfort of our cherished neighborhood. However, the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has proposed a plan to construct a roundabout that threatens to upend this community and force many families, including ours, from their homes.
This roundabout will not only displace residents but also disrupt our tight-knit community. It's more than just an infrastructure project—to us and to our fellow neighbors, it means upheaval. Homes would be demolished, neighborhoods fragmented, and the fabric of community life irreparably altered. We believe the negatives far outweigh the perceived benefits.
NJDOT argues that this roundabout will improve traffic flow and reduce accidents. However, according to data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, while roundabouts can improve traffic safety, not every location fits a one-size-fits-all solution. In our community, traffic congestion is minimal and safety is not a pressing concern. Introducing a roundabout where it's unnecessary not only misallocates state resources but also disrupts lives for negligible gain.
Furthermore, many of us are aging, with deep roots and personal ties to this area. Relocation poses undue stress and financial burden, especially for fixed-income retirees. Selling homes under pressure often results in financial losses and unfair compensation for the value of the lives built there.
Instead of proceeding with the roundabout, we urge NJDOT to explore alternative solutions focused on minimal disruption to our community, such as traffic lights, signage improvements, or enhanced enforcement of existing laws. It is vital that any infrastructure developments take a community-focused approach, where residents’ concerns and stories are weighed alongside logistical benefits.
Please join us in urging NJDOT to reconsider this project, preserving the homes and lives of countless residents, securing the tranquility of our remaining years, and maintaining the spirit of our vibrant neighborhood. Your signature can help make a difference. Sign the petition to stop the NJDOT roundabout plan!
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Petition created on September 23, 2026