State Health Planning Board Confirms Public Hearing for Hospital Closure Certificate of Need Application
Summary
The New Jersey Department of Health's State Health Planning Board has scheduled a public hearing for April 15, 2026, to accept public comments on a Certificate of Need application for the closure of Heights University Hospital in Jersey City. The hospital application and related materials are available at the Jersey City Public Library, New Jersey State Library, and the NJDOH website. Written comments may also be submitted until April 22, 2026, via email or mail.
What changed
The State Health Planning Board has announced a public hearing to gather public input on a Certificate of Need application for the closure of Heights University Hospital (formerly Christ Hospital) in Jersey City, New Jersey. The hearing is scheduled for April 15, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at William L. Dickinson High School, with virtual participation available via Microsoft Teams.
Healthcare providers, local residents, and stakeholders affected by the potential hospital closure should be aware of this proceeding. Those wishing to provide oral testimony are limited to two minutes per person and may register in advance. Written comments will be accepted until April 22, 2026, via email or mail to NJDOH staff. The Certificate of Need process in New Jersey requires demonstration that hospital closure will not result in inadequate access to healthcare services for the affected community.
What to do next
- Monitor for updates on the Certificate of Need application process
- Submit public comments by April 22, 2026 if desired
- Register in advance to speak at the public hearing
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| PO Box 360
Trenton, NJ 08625-0360
For Release:
April 15, 2026 | Raynard E. Washington
Acting Commissioner
For Further Information Contact:
Office of Communications
(609) 984-7160 |
MEDIA ADVISORY: State Health Planning Board Confirms Public Hearing for Certificate of Need Application for Closure of Heights University Hospital in Jersey City
***** New Location Announced *****
WHAT:
The State Health Planning Board will host a public hearing to take public comments concerning the Certificate of Need application for the closure of Heights University Hospital (formerly Christ Hospital) as submitted to the New Jersey Department of Health.
Copies of the application will be available at the Jersey City Public Library – Heights Branch, New Jersey State Library, and at the New Jersey Department of Health at the following link: https://web.doh.nj.gov/apps2/events/displayEvents.aspx?item=7325.
Comments are limited to two minutes per person. Written comments may also be submitted at the hearing, or no later than April 22, 2026, by email to boards-councils@doh.nj.gov, with “Heights Public Comment” in the subject line, or by mail to the following address: New Jersey Department of Health, 55 North Willow Street, 6th Floor, P.O. Box 360, Trenton, New Jersey, 08625-0360, Attention: Carrie Camp and/or Michelle Saupe.
Individuals who wish to attend or speak at the public hearing are encouraged to register in advance using the online form. Registration is optional but appreciated. Registration link: https://forms.office.com/g/inp2XE1rxc.
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE:
William L. Dickinson High School – Auditorium
2 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Virtual Option: Members of the public can join virtually via Teams. Link to join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25073395677684?p=EOY5N6KK6tLrWwBZni
Meeting ID: 250 733 956 776 84; Passcode: EH9HL2Hh
Or call-in (audio only): 856-338-7074; Phone Conference ID: 311 133 583#
About New Jersey Department of Health
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