STOP THE GRIDLOCK BEFORE IT HITS ACADEMY STREET
The Issue
As residents of Academy Street, Kingston, we have seen our quiet, historic neighborhood transformed by unchecked overdevelopment and increased traffic exploitation. This issue affects not only Academy Street but also the surrounding streets in downtown Kingston, jeopardizing the safety and quality of life of all community members.
The massive mixed-use mega-development project approved at the former Princeton Nursery site will bring a surge in traffic that we can no longer ignore. Vehicles frequently speed down our street, often surpassing the speed limit, making it hazardous for residents to safely enter or exit their driveways. The situation is further exacerbated by the crosswalk on Academy Street, where pedestrians face significant difficulty and danger when attempting to cross.
We, the residents and stakeholders of Kingston, urgently call for immediate action from the South Brunswick Township Council and the Mayor. This development has been allowed to grow without due consideration for the community it impacts, and immediate measures must be taken to address the traffic and safety issues it has created.
We propose implementing effective traffic calming measures such as speed trackers, additional signage, and increased law enforcement oversight to ensure adherence to speed limits. Additionally, improving crosswalk visibility and safety through proper lighting and pedestrian signaling can play a fundamental role in protecting the pedestrians of our community.
Our historic neighborhood's charm and safety are at risk due to this unchecked expansion. Protecting Kingston's character and preserving its streets for future generations means prioritizing sustainable development that respects all residents. We implore the township council and the mayor to reassess the current development strategies and put the needs of the community first.
Academy Street cannot absorb what's coming. The mega-development approved at the former Princeton Nurseries site is about to dump thousands of additional vehicles onto a narrow, historic residential corridor that was never built for this kind of volume. Without immediate action, our kids' safety, our home values, and our quality of life are all on the line.
This is happening now — and it's about to get much worse!
950
New high-density residential units, from apartments to townhouses to single-family homes
320K ft²
Of new commercial and retail space, plus a 125-room hotel
8,000+
Vehicles already choke Academy Street daily — and that's before a single new unit opens
+1,500
More vehicles projected once this is built, pushing an already-strained street further past its limit
What we demand — before it's too late
Inter-municipal outreach. Formal joint planning sessions so Plainsboro and Princeton account for the traffic they're sending our way.
Rush-hour turn and access restrictions at key points on Academy Street, as a first step toward permanent closure to cut-through traffic.
An independent traffic signal warrant study evaluating commuter cut-through impacts region-wide.
Developer-funded traffic calming — speed trackers, resident-priority access, and road geometry changes — built into the approvals.
Every day we wait, more traffic gets locked in
By signing this petition, you are lending your voice to a cause that seeks to maintain the integrity, safety, and well-being of the Kingston community. Join us in demanding a return to responsible and measured development practices that respect the residents' quality of life, heritage, and safety. Sign this petition to make Kingston a safe and desirable place to live once more.
Kingston Coalition · Downtown Kingston, South Brunswick Township908-812-4885 · Tcopeland2@verizon.net
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The Issue
As residents of Academy Street, Kingston, we have seen our quiet, historic neighborhood transformed by unchecked overdevelopment and increased traffic exploitation. This issue affects not only Academy Street but also the surrounding streets in downtown Kingston, jeopardizing the safety and quality of life of all community members.
The massive mixed-use mega-development project approved at the former Princeton Nursery site will bring a surge in traffic that we can no longer ignore. Vehicles frequently speed down our street, often surpassing the speed limit, making it hazardous for residents to safely enter or exit their driveways. The situation is further exacerbated by the crosswalk on Academy Street, where pedestrians face significant difficulty and danger when attempting to cross.
We, the residents and stakeholders of Kingston, urgently call for immediate action from the South Brunswick Township Council and the Mayor. This development has been allowed to grow without due consideration for the community it impacts, and immediate measures must be taken to address the traffic and safety issues it has created.
We propose implementing effective traffic calming measures such as speed trackers, additional signage, and increased law enforcement oversight to ensure adherence to speed limits. Additionally, improving crosswalk visibility and safety through proper lighting and pedestrian signaling can play a fundamental role in protecting the pedestrians of our community.
Our historic neighborhood's charm and safety are at risk due to this unchecked expansion. Protecting Kingston's character and preserving its streets for future generations means prioritizing sustainable development that respects all residents. We implore the township council and the mayor to reassess the current development strategies and put the needs of the community first.
Academy Street cannot absorb what's coming. The mega-development approved at the former Princeton Nurseries site is about to dump thousands of additional vehicles onto a narrow, historic residential corridor that was never built for this kind of volume. Without immediate action, our kids' safety, our home values, and our quality of life are all on the line.
This is happening now — and it's about to get much worse!
950
New high-density residential units, from apartments to townhouses to single-family homes
320K ft²
Of new commercial and retail space, plus a 125-room hotel
8,000+
Vehicles already choke Academy Street daily — and that's before a single new unit opens
+1,500
More vehicles projected once this is built, pushing an already-strained street further past its limit
What we demand — before it's too late
Inter-municipal outreach. Formal joint planning sessions so Plainsboro and Princeton account for the traffic they're sending our way.
Rush-hour turn and access restrictions at key points on Academy Street, as a first step toward permanent closure to cut-through traffic.
An independent traffic signal warrant study evaluating commuter cut-through impacts region-wide.
Developer-funded traffic calming — speed trackers, resident-priority access, and road geometry changes — built into the approvals.
Every day we wait, more traffic gets locked in
By signing this petition, you are lending your voice to a cause that seeks to maintain the integrity, safety, and well-being of the Kingston community. Join us in demanding a return to responsible and measured development practices that respect the residents' quality of life, heritage, and safety. Sign this petition to make Kingston a safe and desirable place to live once more.
Kingston Coalition · Downtown Kingston, South Brunswick Township908-812-4885 · Tcopeland2@verizon.net
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Petition created on October 6, 2026