About Streets PAC NJ

Streets PAC NJ is a political action committee working to transform New Jersey's streets into safer, more sustainable spaces for all. We believe our communities deserve transportation systems that prioritize people over cars—where children can walk to school safely, cyclists can commute without fear, and public transit is accessible to everyone. Through strategic political engagement, we elect leaders who share our vision of ending traffic violence and building more equitable, environmentally responsible communities.

Starting in Jersey City, we endorse and support candidates who champion Vision Zero principles, protected bike lanes, robust public transit, and smart urban planning that reduces car dependency. We recognize that safer streets require political will. By mobilizing voters, funding campaigns, and building coalitions, we're turning the dream of safe, livable streets into electoral reality.

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Your email address isn't just another contact — it's a powerful tool in our fight for safer streets. Here's why joining our email list is so crucial:

  • Take Action When It Counts
  • Stay Informed & Empowered
  • Build a Stronger Movement

We can't create real change without engaged community members like you.

Donate Today

Every donation to Streets PAC NJ directly fuels political change for safer, more livable communities. Your contribution helps us elect leaders who will fight for protected bike lanes, prioritize pedestrian safety, and champion public transit over car dependency. Whether it's $25 or $2,500, your support sends a clear message: Jersey City voters demand streets that work for everyone, not just cars. Join us in building the political power needed to end traffic violence and create the equitable, sustainable transportation future our communities deserve.

If you prefer to contribute by check, mail one to:

StreetsPAC NJ c/o Kevin Bing
PO Box 8065, Jersey City NJ 07306

Make checks payable to: SAFE STREETS ACTION NJ

Issues

End Traffic Violence Through Vision Zero

We advocate for comprehensive Vision Zero policies that treat traffic deaths and serious injuries as preventable—not inevitable. This means redesigning dangerous intersections, implementing proven safety measures like protected bike lanes and pedestrian islands, and enforcing speed limits that protect human life. Every traffic death is one too many, and we support candidates who will prioritize infrastructure changes and policies that save lives.

Build Complete Streets for All Users

Our streets should serve everyone—whether you walk, bike, use a wheelchair, push a stroller, or take the bus. We champion Complete Streets designs that include protected bike lanes, wider sidewalks, safe crosswalks, dedicated bus lanes, and accessible curb cuts. By supporting leaders who prioritize multi-modal transportation infrastructure, we're creating streets where all residents can move safely and comfortably.

Promote Sustainable Urban Planning

Smart growth means building communities where daily needs are within walking or biking distance. We support zoning reforms that encourage mixed-use development, increase housing density near transit, and reduce parking minimums that subsidize car ownership. By backing candidates who understand the connection between land use and transportation, we're fostering neighborhoods where car-free living is not just possible, but preferable.

Advance Environmental Justice

Transportation is one of the largest sources of carbon emissions and air pollution, disproportionately affecting low-income communities and communities of color. We fight for policies that reduce vehicle miles traveled, electrify public transit, and create green transportation corridors. Safe streets aren't just about preventing crashes—they're about building a cleaner, healthier future for all New Jersey residents.

Expand Public Transit Access

Reliable, frequent, and affordable public transit is the backbone of sustainable cities. We advocate for increased transit funding, expanded bus and light rail service, and transit-oriented development that connects homes to jobs, schools, and services. By electing pro-transit leaders, we can reduce car dependency, cut emissions, and ensure equitable access to opportunity for all residents.

Meet our Board

Kevin Bing Eric Allen Conner Glenn Mcananama Ayla Schermer Ashley Swiggett George Zalepa
Kevin Bing

Kevin Bing is a dedicated advocate for improved bike, pedestrian, and street safety in Jersey City, where he has lived his whole adult life. His commitment to creating safer communities began with a presentation on curb extensions to his local community association. Kevin is a firm believer that change is driven by action. He champions the use of action to achieve results and create ample learning opportunities, believing that things don't just happen—people make them happen. A third-generation owner of his family's machine shop in Essex County, Kevin brings a unique, hands-on perspective to his advocacy. Originally from Wayne, he now lives in Jersey City with his wife and son.

Eric Allen Conner

Eric is a resident of downtown Jersey City where he lives with his wife and two children. He is the co-founder of Better Blocks New Jersey, a political advocacy group focused on housing, transit, and better public spaces.

Glenn Mcananama

Glenn has been active in livable streets advocacy for over 20 years starting in NYC during campaigns for congestion pricing, protected bike lanes, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), and urban placemaking. One of Glenn’s earliest successes was to help lead the effort to site two local food Greenmarkets on the Upper East Side when he lived there. Glenn served on the board of directors for StreetsPAC in NYC before moving to NJ in 2022. Glenn has commuted to Jersey City for over 12 years and is a regular rider of NJT, PATH trains and the HBLR as well as a bike share enthusiast having ridden bike shares in over 20 cities across 3 continents. Glenn is the Father of two boys in Bergen County and a Leader in the local Scouting America troop.

Ayla Schermer

Ayla is a proud Pittsburgh native turned proud Jersey City resident since 2012. Professionally, she is a passionate urban planner focused on improving urban mobility for all ages, abilities, and modes. She has never owned a car, and wants to keep it that way! Ayla is the president of Bike JC, a nonprofit advocacy group working towards a more bike-friendly Jersey City. She is also on the board of Hudson County Complete Streets, which advocates for transportation equity across Hudson County, NJ. You can catch Ayla singing around Jersey City as an alto in North River Sing, The Prom Dates, and The HoliDates. She is also an avid Broadway theatergoer, a sports fanatic, and a travel lover who checks out the biking infrastructure everywhere she goes.

Ashley Swiggett

Ashley was born and raised in New Jersey and has been a Jersey City resident since 2014. She lives in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood, and works in financial services in Manhattan. Ashley is an active community lead for the Traffic Reform Warriors group and is an avid transit and bike-share user. Ashley is passionate about bringing safe streets and better transit to New Jersey to build safe, accessible and walkable communities. Outside of safe street advocacy, she is an avid baker and can be found around town enjoying time with her family.

George Zalepa

George Zalepa is a street safety advocate working to create safer, more walkable neighborhoods. Drawing from his background in law, engineering, and data analysis, George collaborates with community members and local government to implement traffic calming measures and pedestrian improvements. His advocacy is informed by both personal experience and a commitment to making streets safer for all users.