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who we are
The McGinley Square Special Improvement District (SID) is a designated commercial district in Jersey City, centered along Bergen Avenue and Montgomery Street. It is managed by the McGinley Square Partnership, a nonprofit governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees of local property owners, business owners, and community stakeholders, and it works every day to keep the neighborhood clean, safe, and welcoming.
Our team is on the ground across the district with services that go beyond what the City provides, including daily sidewalk sweeping, litter and trash removal, and power washing to keep storefronts, sidewalks, and public spaces looking their best. We also care for landscaping and plantings, decorate the square for the holidays, support public safety through supplemental policing, help local businesses grow with facade and signage grants and promotion, and bring the community together with events and the farmers market.
get Squared Away WHAT'S NEW
Holiday Window Painting Is Back
Local artists are bringing holiday cheer to storefront windows across McGinley Square this season. Businesses can sign up for a painted window, and artists can apply to paint.
Learn MoreFACADE GRANT UP TO $5,000 FOR YOUR STOREFRONT
The McGinley Square Partnership is offering a limited time 3:1 Matching Grant Program to help property owners and businesses invest in their storefronts. Eligible applicants may receive up to $5,000 in matching funds for approved facade improvement projects.
Eligible Improvements
- New storefront signage
- Exterior painting and facade restoration
- Lighting upgrades
- Awnings and window improvements
- Landscaping and planters
- Entryway enhancements
Funding is limited and applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact hello@publicspaces.com.
Apply Now Learn Moremeet the board
Reisha Baker | President
Reisha Baker is the Owner and Licensed Real Estate Broker at Sky Realty International. Reisha has progressively developed a reputation as a leading real estate professional in Northern New Jersey. Due to her expertise in the Jersey City real estate market and the surrounding area, Reisha is the ideal choice for individuals, families, busy professionals, personalities, and corporations to represent their real estate transaction with integrity, loyalty and professionalism. She differentiates herself from the competition as a competent, hard-working broker always willing to go the extra mile.
@Skyrealtyintl 
Marcisco Morrison | VICE PRESIDENT
Marcisco Morrison is the founder of C4 Fitness gym, at 667 Montgomery Street Jersey City, NJ 07306 and 161 Erie Street Jersey City NJ 07302. C4 Fitness offers personal training, open gym, group classes, 2 steamers, a sauna and an Olympic pool. Visit our website us to see which locations work best for you and your family.
Morgan Kulessa | Secretary & Treasurer
Morgan Kulessa has been a dedicated member of the McGinley Square community for over a decade. Originally drawn to the area while pursuing her studies in History at Saint Peter's University, Morgan has since become deeply embedded in the neighborhood's fabric. Her journey in McGinley Square began with working alongside local restaurants, gaining firsthand experience and insights into the community's diverse culinary landscape. In the Fall of 2023, Morgan opened Wing Bar with her business partner, Bryan Lewis, a thriving addition to the neighborhood's dining scene. Wing Bar quickly became a beloved gathering spot, known not only for its delicious wings but also for fostering a sense of community among residents and visitors alike.
Curtis Giddings | Director
Curtis Giddings is the owner of Paws and Tales Doggy Playgroup, a luxury concierge pet care service located in McGinley Square, at the heart of Jersey City, New Jersey. Since 2009, Paws and Tales has offered a premium experience tailored to busy clients, providing free pick-up and drop-off using lockbox access to ensure seamless service. With both indoor and outdoor playgrounds, Curtis and his team provide a safe, enriching environment where dogs enjoy activities that support socialization, physical health, and overall well-being. Curtis, a certified trainer, also serves on the Jersey City board, contributing his expertise to local community initiatives.
Stephen Cunniff | director
Stephen Cunniff has been a board member of the McGinley Square SID for over a decade. He is the owner of Imago Beauty Group, an AVEDA exclusive salon, since 1997. Stephen is a graduate of NJCU with a degree in Sociology and a music minor. He also holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and is a licensed Social Worker in the state of NJ.
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