Glen Rock, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Walkability

Description: Glen Rock faced growing concerns about pedestrian safety downtown, where older adults struggled with uneven sidewalks and drivers ignoring signals. To address this, the borough led three walk audits with 39 volunteers, most age 50-plus, who documented hazards and learned how to advocate for improvements. Their findings were compiled into a detailed report for municipal and regional agencies, prompting plans for repairs, signage and enforcement. The effort also created a trained network ready to conduct future audits. One participant noted how important this was given noticable walkability issues in this and other communities.

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Hawthorne, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: Quick-build pedestrian safety upgrades will be installed along a busy downtown corridor, including curb extensions, enhanced crosswalks and warning markings. These upgrades will improve crossing safety and walkability for older adults.