A model for green infrastructure resiliency parks in New Jersey, Hoboken's Southwest Park officially opened to the public on Friday.

The one-acre park is designed to hold 200,000 gallons of storm water runoff. It incorporates rain gardens, shade tree pits, porous pavers and a cistern for rainwater harvesting and reuse, as well as an underground detention system to reduce storm water runoff and flooding. 

Aside from its “green” features, the park includes a dog run, moveable cafe tables, a pop-up market zone, multi-level seating for small performances and a lawn area.

Funding for the park was provided from a $3 million Hudson County Open Space grant with construction financing provided through a low-interest loan from the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust.