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A Council member, former State Assemblyman, public school teacher, cancer survivor, husband, father and lifelong Hoboken resident, Ruben Ramos is running for Mayor to get our city back to basics by delivering for the community on critical priorities like public safety, quality of life, programs for children and seniors, and housing affordability.

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A Council member, former State Assemblyman, public school teacher, cancer survivor, husband, father and lifelong Hoboken resident, Ruben Ramos is running for Mayor to get our city back to basics by delivering for the community on critical priorities like public safety, quality of life, programs for children and seniors, and housing affordability.

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What will Ruben do as Mayor?

Back to Basics: A Cleaner, Safer, More Livable Hoboken

Hoboken deserves better.

Too many days, we walk past trash, cracked sidewalks, and parks that feel forgotten. The city talks about big plans, but what we really need is simple: leadership that gets the basics right.

Ruben Ramos has a plan to do just that without raising your taxes.

He will create a Code Enforcement and Quality of Life Division by reorganizing and retraining city workers we already have. Their job? Not just handing out tickets, but working with residents, solving problems fast, and bringing pride back to our neighborhoods.

The Problem

Trash piles up.
Sidewalks get blocked.
Small problems are ignored until they become big ones.
Police are stretched too thin to keep up.

Residents are tired of excuses. It’s time for action.

The Solution

No new costs: just smarter use of city staff.
Stronger leadership: a new Chief Code Officer focused on real results.
Faster fixes: 75% of complaints solved within 7 days.
Better communication: easy tools for you to report problems and see them get fixed.

How It Will Work

Daily patrols to catch problems before you have to complain.
Quick responses when you do report an issue.
One system to track it all, so nothing slips through the cracks.
Regular town halls to keep City Hall honest and you in the loop.

Tools We’ll Use

Mobile apps to report issues fast.
Public maps to show progress.
Clear signs so everyone knows the rules.

Why It Matters

Streets you’ll actually want to walk down.
Parks you’ll be proud to visit.
A government that listens and acts.
Real change, done responsibly, without wasting your money.

The Final Word

Fixing Hoboken isn’t about big speeches, it’s about getting the basics right.

With Ruben Ramos’ plan, Hoboken will be cleaner, safer, and stronger.

It’s time to demand better.

It’s time to see results.

It’s time to get Back to Basics.

Back to Basics: Cutting Red Tape and Supporting Small Business

Right now, opening a small business in our city takes too long, costs too much, and involves too many hurdles.

We talk about wanting vibrant neighborhoods and thriving main streets but the city makes it incredibly difficult for local entrepreneurs to get started.

Permits drag on for months. What’s allowed on one side of the street isn’t allowed on the other. Need a few indoor tables? You might need a traffic study. Want twice as many outside? No study required.
None of it makes sense. We’re pushing away the very businesses that make Hoboken feel like home.

Ruben Ramos has a plan to fix it…without raising taxes and without adding more red tape.

The Problem

Long delays just to get basic permits

Inconsistent rules depending on what block you’re on

Small business owners left to navigate it all alone

No urgency, no accountability, no one to turn to

The Solution

A new City Department focused on business support

A team of New Business Navigators to guide you through every step

Case managers for every new business to provide real help from day one

Fully funded through existing permit revenue with no extra cost to taxpayers

How It Will Work

New businesses get a case manager and a file number to track their progress

Clear, consistent rules across the city

A business support team that responds quickly, solves problems, and keeps things moving

Tools We'll Use

File tracking so applications don’t disappear

A digital portal with timelines and updates

Citywide zoning clarity so entrepreneurs aren’t left guessing

Regular office hours to connect with small business owners directly

Why It Matters

More local businesses opening…not closing

Less red tape, more energy on our main streets

A stronger, fairer local economy driven by Hoboken residents

A government that works as hard as our entrepreneurs do

The Final Word

We can’t keep making it harder for small businesses to succeed. It’s time for clear rules, faster help, and real support.

With Ruben Ramos’ plan, we’ll make Hoboken a place where local businesses can thrive and not just survive.

It’s time to cut the red tape.

It’s time to invest in local success.

It’s time to get Back to Basics.

Back to Basics: Recreation That Works for Everyone

Kids are spending more time on screens and less time playing outside and that’s a city planning issue.

Right now, too many families feel locked out of Hoboken’s recreation system. Costs are high. Access is limited. And taxpayers are told the only solution is to spend hundreds of millions on new facilities.

Ruben Ramos knows we don’t need to start from scratch. We just need leadership that uses what we already have better.

The Problem

Not enough screen-free activities for kids

City fields and gyms aren’t easily accessible for Hoboken families

Rising costs shut out too many families

No clear calendar of programs or easy way to sign up

Too much focus on sports while other activities get ignored

The Solution

Open up what we already own: schools, parks, and city buildings

Prioritize Hoboken families for field and gym access

Fair pricing that doesn’t leave anyone out

Diverse programs: from soccer and basketball to painting and wellness

Vendors that give back by hiring from our community

How It Will Work

Expand partnerships between the City and the Board of Education

Launch seasonal programs for kids, teens, adults, and seniors

Create a central calendar and a simple sign-up system

Guarantee local residents come first when booking space

Introduce non-sports options like arts, dance, fitness, and crafts

Tools We’ll Use

A digital sign-up system that works from your phone

A public calendar of classes, leagues, and events

A community hiring policy for outside vendors

Income-friendly pricing models for full participation

Why It Matters

More active kids, fewer screens Healthier residents at every age

A city where creativity and community thrive

Recreation that brings people together and doesn’t leave them behind

The Final Word

Recreation is a core part of what makes a city livable and strong. It builds community, health, and opportunity for everyone.

With Ruben Ramos’ plan, Hoboken will get more from its recreation system without wasting money or leaving people out.

It’s time to open the doors.
It’s time to support our kids, seniors, and families.

It’s time to get Back to Basics.

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