Community Project Funding
Congressman Pallone has submitted funding requests for important community projects in New Jersey’s 6th Congressional District to the Appropriations Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Under guidelines issued by the Appropriations Committee, each Representative may be able to request funding for up to 15 projects in their community for fiscal year 2025 – although only a handful may actually be funded. Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams, and only state and local governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congressman Pallone has certified that he, his spouse, and his immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects he has requested. More information on community project guidance is available here.
Community Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2027
Project Name: Aberdeen Law Enforcement Communications Improvement
Intended Recipient: Aberdeen Township, located at 1 Aberdeen Square, Aberdeen, NJ 07747.
Amount Requested: $400,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for the purchase and installation of upgraded radios and communication equipment for the Township’s Police Department. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will improve public safety by increasing the safety and security capabilities of the Aberdeen Police Department and its partner law enforcement agencies with the county and state.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Allenhurst Corlies Avenue ADA-Compliant Ramp
Intended Recipient: Borough of Allenhurst, located at 125 Corlies Avenue, Allenhurst, NJ 07711.
Amount Requested: $450,000
Explanation: The funding will provide for the installation of a prefabricated, ADA-compliant ramp at a public beach access point. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help provide access to the public beach for all residents by providing a specifically designed ramp to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, seniors, and families with strollers.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Asbury Park Wastewater Treatment Plant Resiliency
Intended Recipient: City of Asbury Park, located at 1700 Kingsley Avenue, New Jersey 07712.
Amount Requested: $440,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to upgrade the City’s wastewater treatment plant to increase its longevity. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because these improvements will increase the reliability and capacity of the City’s wastewater treatment system and ensure the long-term viability of its treatment facility that serves over 15,000 residents.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: Atlantic Highlands Center Avenue Park Improvements
Intended Recipient: Borough of Atlantic Highlands, located at 100 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716.
Amount Requested: $2,500,000
Explanation: The funding will help transform a fragmented and limited-use site into a cohesive public destination that integrates active recreation, family-friendly amenities, passive open space, and sensitive waterfront improvements within a unified design framework. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it expands safe public recreation and strengthens resilient waterfront access for the entire community.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Carteret Sanitary Sewer Upgrades
Intended Recipient: Borough of Carteret, located at 61 Cooke Avenue, New Jersey 07008.
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to complete a variety of capital upgrades to its sanitary sewer system. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because these improvements will assist the Borough in properly maintaining its sanitary sewer system and help prevent sewer blockages.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Edison Police Department Technology Upgrades
Intended Recipient: Township of Edison, located at 100 Municipal Blvd., Edison, NJ 08817.
Amount Requested: $840,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for the purchase and installation of new camera systems and other equipment for its Police Department. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will improve public safety by increasing the safety and security capabilities of the Edison Police Department and its partner law enforcement agencies in the county and state.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Fair Haven Road Community Park
Intended Recipient: Borough of Fair Haven, located at 748 River Road, Fair Haven, NJ 07704
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to transform an underutilized public property into a community park that offers waterfront access to all residents. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will create a needed outdoor space and waterfront park for members of the community.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Highland Park Water Main Replacement Program
Intended Recipient: Borough of Highland Park, located at 221 South Fifth Avenue, New Jersey 08904.
Amount Requested: $2,500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to replace approximately 5,000 LF of old water mains in a section of the Borough that has a documented history of breaks. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the replacement of water mains is critical to maintaining a safe and reliable supply of drinking water to all residents and businesses in the Borough.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Keansburg Raritan Avenue Stormwater Pump Station Improvements
Intended Recipient: Borough of Keansburg, located at 29 Church Street, New Jersey 07734.
Amount Requested: $6,500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for upgrades to the existing stormwater pump station located at the end of Raritan Avenue and the replacement and improvements to the existing stormwater drainage system. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because these improvements will assist the Borough increase the capacity and output of the existing stormwater pump station to remove excess water and alleviate flooding in the neighborhoods during moderate storm events.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Long Branch Manahasset Creek Park Turf Replacement
Intended Recipient: City of Long Branch, located at 344 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740.
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Explanation: The funding will help replace the turf at a highly utilized public park and update facilities for safe recreation. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because maintaining this field in safe, playable condition is critical to ensuring access to quality recreation spaces for all residents who depend on this facility.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Matawan Middlesex Road Water Treatment Plant
Intended Recipient: Borough of Matawan, located at 201 Broad Street Matawan, New Jersey 07747.
Amount Requested: $3,000,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for various mechanical repairs and rehabilitation work on the Borough’s water treatment plant. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will make the Matawan treatment plant compliant with federal water standards and ensure safe, healthy drinking water for all residents.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Metuchen Public Library Rehabilitation and Expansion
Intended Recipient: Borough of Metuchen, located at 500 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840.
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to address accessibility and safety issues at the Metuchen Public Library and create a larger, more functional space for residents to utilize. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will provide expanded space and services for residents and address existing functional space, accessibility, and safety issues at the library.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Middlesex County Meuly House Historic Restoration
Intended Recipient: Middlesex County, located at 685 River Road, New Brunswick, NJ 08854.
Amount Requested: $3,500,000
Explanation: The funding will provide for restoration of the Meuly House to preserve its historic character while also conducting renovations and site work improvements. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it combines restoration of a historic structure to enhance public access at a site that is a key part of our nation’s founding heritage with site improvements that will make it a relevant hub for arts and culture.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Neptune City Sanitary Sewer Pump Station Modernization
Intended Recipient: Borough of Neptune City, located at 106 West Sylvania Avenue, New Jersey 07753.
Amount Requested: $880,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to modernize several aging sanitary sewer pump stations that are critical components of the Borough’s wastewater collection system. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because these improvements will increase the reliability and capacity of the Borough’s sewer system, reduce the risk of sanitary sewer overflows, and improve the efficiency of wastewater operations.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Neptune Township Wesley Lake Bridges, Phase II
Intended Recipient: Neptune Township, located at 25 Neptune Boulevard, Neptune, NJ 07753.
Amount Requested: $3,400,000
Explanation: The funding will provide for the second phase of critical structural, safety, and aesthetic improvements to the pedestrian bridges connecting Neptune Township and the City of Asbury Park. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will preserve and enhance a vital pedestrian link, improve safety and accessibility, and support continued economic and community activity in the surrounding area.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Perth Amboy Public Library Renovation and Expansion, Phase II
Intended Recipient: City of Perth Amboy, located at 260 High Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861.
Amount Requested:$4,000,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for the second phase of a project to modernize the facility through comprehensive interior renovations, ADA accessibility upgrades, and the creation of expanded educational and community space. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help to modernize a critical public facility, expand access to education and technology, and support long-term economic mobility while preserving a historic civic asset.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Piscataway Mobile Command Center Unit
Intended Recipient: Township of Piscataway, located at 455 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854.
Amount Requested: $500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to acquire a mobile command center to enhance emergency response capabilities and strengthen public safety infrastructure. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will improve public safety by increasing the safety and security capabilities of the Piscataway Police Department and its law enforcement officers.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Red Bank Senior Center Improvements, Phase II
Intended Recipient: Borough of Red Bank, located at 90 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701.
Amount Requested: $900,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to complete the second phase of a planned improvements project for its Senior Center. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will allow the Senior Center to better utilize its outdoor space and provide outdoor programming for seniors such as yoga classes that will allow seniors to enjoy the outdoors while effectively utilizing its place along the Borough’s waterfront.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Sayreville Kennedy Park Lake Dredging
Intended Recipient: Borough of Sayreville, located at 807 Washington Road, Sayreville, NJ 08859.
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Explanation: The funding will provide for mechanical dredging of Kennedy Lake to restore it to usable condition, proper disposal of the dredged material, and improvement to the management of storm flow. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will help revitalize a treasured public asset that is utilized by a wide majority of the community.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Project Name: Woodbridge Downtown Streetscape Improvements
Intended Recipient: Township of Woodbridge, located at One Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095.
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to reconstruct and enhance the sidewalks and pedestrian streetscape along the Main Street corridor in Downtown Woodbridge. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will benefit both small businesses and residents by addressing the needs caused by an increased use of the downtown area that is experiencing a renaissance driven by transit-oriented development surrounding the Woodbridge Train Station.
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Community Funded Projects for Fiscal Year 2026
Project Name: Coastal Storm Risk Management Project in Monmouth County
Intended Recipient: Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division, New York District, 26 Federal Plaza Room 2113, New York, New York 10278
Amount: $12 million
Explanation: The project will provide significant benefits to the Hudson-Raritan Estuary by providing refuge and nursery habitat for many estuarine-dependent finfish and shellfish species. Incorporation of habitat structure will also provide coastal storm risk management benefits (e.g., wave attenuation, shoreline stability, and coastal resiliency), and improvement in water quality through filtration (each oyster filters 50 gallons of water/day) and nutrient processing.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Energy and Water
Project Name: Asbury Park Wastewater Treatment Plant Screenings Project
Intended Recipient: City of Asbury Park, One Municipal Plaza, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712
Amount: $2 million
Explanation: This project will fund a new screenings system at the City of Asbury Park’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, which will filter out harmful debris that damages important treatment plant pumping systems. The funding will help the city protect public health and avoid an environmental hazard that’s disruptive to summer tourism in the event debris clogs the equipment and discharges under or untreated water into the Atlantic Ocean.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior & Environment
Project Name: Upper Prospect Road Retaining Wall Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Atlantic Highlands, 100 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Amount: $930,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to repair and replace the retaining wall along Upper Prospect Road in Atlantic Highlands to help prevent a catastrophic failure of the wall, which would severely impact the road and block access to the community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Infrastructure
Project Name: Carteret Law Enforcement Communications Equipment Upgrades Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Carteret, 61 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
Amount: $1.5 million
Explanation: This project will upgrade the Borough’s law enforcement communications equipment, including CCTV, mobile data laptop devices for patrol cars, and emergency call boxes. It will improve public safety by increasing the interoperability between Carteret’s emergency first responders and other police agencies within the state.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Project Name: Edison Senior Services Expansion Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Edison, 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, New Jersey 08817
Amount: $2.5 million
Explanation: The project will expand services at the Community Center to provide seniors with recreation, social services, technology education, and more, helping Edison residents access high demand senior services and foster improved connections within the community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Highland Park Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Roadway Safety Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Highland Park, 221 South Fifth Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Amount: $1.8 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to design and build bicycle, pedestrian safety, and roadway reconstruction projects. It will help the Borough protect pedestrians, advance ADA upgrades, and install safe bicycle infrastructure for residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Elberon Station and Pedestrian Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: City of Long Branch, 344 Broadway Long Branch, NJ 07740
Amount: $1,450,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to redesign and repave the public parking lot, incorporate pedestrian and bike infrastructure, install functional landscaping, and repair the main platform at the Elberon Station. It will improve operations at an important transit hub and enhance the community's ability to travel to and from the station.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Matawan Lead Pipes Removal Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Matawan, 201 Broad Street Matawan, New Jersey 07747
Amount: $750,000
Explanation: The funding would be used to identify and remove all lead service lines within the Borough. It will allow the Borough to protect public health so that everyone can trust the water coming from the tap.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior & Environment
Project Name: Metuchen Borough Emergency Services Center Building Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Metuchen, 500 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Amount: $2,250,000
Explanation: The funding would be used to replace Metuchen’s current Office of Emergency Management facilities (OEM) by renovating and equipping a designated space in its new Emergency Services Center with current emergency operations center (EOC) technology. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will enhance the Borough’s capabilities to direct and control operations in the event of an emergency.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Homeland Security
Project Name: Neptune Lake Alberta Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Neptune Township, 25 Neptune Blvd Neptune, NJ 07753
Amount: $1,250,000
Explanation: The project will clean up Alberta Lake, a man-made reservoir that serves as a receptor for stormwater from surrounding areas and has channels that outflow to the Shark River and Sylvan Lake. It will help address pollution in the area and reduce the impact of frequent flooding on residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: New Brunswick Traffic Safety Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: City of New Brunswick, 78 Bayard Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Amount: $1.4 million
Explanation: This project will help make one of the most dangerous traffic intersections in the city a safer place for motorists and pedestrians by installing new LED traffic signals, accessible sidewalks and ramps, enhanced pavement markings, and high visibility warning signs.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Perth Amboy Interim Improvements to the Runyon Water Treatment Plant Project
Intended Recipient: City of Perth Amboy, 260 High Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Amount: $2 million
Explanation: The project will improve the Runyon Water Treatment Plant that will help the city better address water sources that have been impacted by PFAS and other contaminants. It will help protect public health and will help Perth Amboy comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s regulations for managing emerging contaminants.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: Red Bank Lead Pipe Removal and Replacement Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Red Bank, 90 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Amount: $1 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to remove lead pipes that could potentially contaminate the borough’s entire drinking water system and expose the community to lead poisoning. This project will help replace the lead pipes so that the borough has access to safe drinking water.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: South Amboy Park and Playground Project
Intended Recipient: City of South Amboy, 140 North Broadway South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Amount: $750,000
Explanation: The project will transform a vacant lot adjacent to the City’s main recreation complex and schools into a playground specifically for younger children. It will help provide younger children and parents in South Amboy with a safer and more centralized location to socialize.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Woodbridge Township Recreational Improvements
Intended Recipient: Woodbridge Township, 1 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Amount: $2.5 million
Explanation: The funding would be used for construction and installation of new playgrounds in the Hopelawn and Fords sections of the Township, as well as the development of a youth cricket field in the lselin section.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Community Funded Projects for Fiscal Year 2025
Project Name: Coastal Storm Risk Management Project in Monmouth County
Intended Recipient: Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division, New York District, 26 Federal Plaza Room 2113, New York, New York 10278
Amount: $6 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to reduce the rate of beach erosion and flood damage from storms by constructing a natural barrier along the shoreline with groins, outfalls, scour pads, and dry wells. This project will help preserve beaches and protect critical infrastructure from the Borough of Sea Bright to the Manasquan Inlet in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Energy and Water
Project Name: Asbury Park Wastewater Treatment Plant Screenings Project
Intended Recipient: City of Asbury Park, One Municipal Plaza, Asbury Park, NJ, 07712
Amount: $2 million
Explanation: This project will fund a new screenings system at the City of Asbury Park’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, which will filter out harmful debris that damages important treatment plant pumping systems. The funding will help the city protect public health and avoid an environmental hazard that’s disruptive to summer tourism in the event debris clogs the equipment and discharges under or untreated water into the Atlantic Ocean.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior & Environment
Project Name: Upper Prospect Road Retaining Wall Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Atlantic Highlands, 100 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Amount: $930,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to repair and replace the retaining wall along Upper Prospect Road in Atlantic Highlands to help prevent a catastrophic failure of the wall, which would severely impact the road and block access to the community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing, and Infrastructure
Project Name: Carteret Law Enforcement Communications Equipment Upgrades Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Carteret, 61 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
Amount: $1.5 million
Explanation: This project will upgrade the Borough’s law enforcement communications equipment, including CCTV, mobile data laptop devices for patrol cars, and emergency call boxes. It will improve public safety by increasing the interoperability between Carteret’s emergency first responders and other police agencies within the state.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Project Name: Edison Senior Services Expansion Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Edison, 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, New Jersey 08817
Amount: $2.5 million
Explanation: The project will expand services at the Community Center to provide seniors with recreation, social services, technology education, and more, helping Edison residents access high demand senior services and foster improved connections within the community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Highland Park Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Roadway Safety Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Highland Park, 221 South Fifth Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Amount: $1.8 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to design and build bicycle, pedestrian safety, and roadway reconstruction projects. It will help the Borough protect pedestrians, advance ADA upgrades, and install safe bicycle infrastructure for residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Elberon Station and Pedestrian Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: City of Long Branch, 344 Broadway Long Branch, NJ 07740
Amount: $1,450,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to redesign and repave the public parking lot, incorporate pedestrian and bike infrastructure, install functional landscaping, and repair the main platform at the Elberon Station. It will improve operations at an important transit hub and enhance the community's ability to travel to and from the station.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Matawan Lead Pipes Removal Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Matawan, 201 Broad Street Matawan, New Jersey 07747
Amount: $750,000
Explanation: The funding would be used to identify and remove all lead service lines within the Borough. It will allow the Borough to protect public health so that everyone can trust the water coming from the tap.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior & Environment
Project Name: Metuchen Borough Emergency Services Center Building Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Metuchen, 500 Main Street, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Amount: $2,250,000
Explanation: The funding would be used to replace Metuchen’s current Office of Emergency Management facilities (OEM) by renovating and equipping a designated space in its new Emergency Services Center with current emergency operations center (EOC) technology. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will enhance the Borough’s capabilities to direct and control operations in the event of an emergency.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Homeland Security
Project Name: Urban Ecosystem Approach to Human Impacts in the NY/NJ Bight Project
Intended Recipient: Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Amount: $750,000
Explanation: The project will monitor human impacts on the NY/NJ Bight and help prioritize long-term environmental and ecological monitoring and management and stewardship of our coastal natural resources. The project will help protect, restore, and responsibly develop our nation’s diverse coastal communities and resources.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, and Science
Project Name: Neptune Lake Alberta Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Neptune Township, 25 Neptune Blvd Neptune, NJ 07753
Amount: $1,250,000
Explanation: The project will clean up Alberta Lake, a man-made reservoir that serves as a receptor for stormwater from surrounding areas and has channels that outflow to the Shark River and Sylvan Lake. It will help address pollution in the area and reduce the impact of frequent flooding on residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: New Brunswick Traffic Safety Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: City of New Brunswick, 78 Bayard Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Amount: $1.4 million
Explanation: This project will help make one of the most dangerous traffic intersections in the city a safer place for motorists and pedestrians by installing new LED traffic signals, accessible sidewalks and ramps, enhanced pavement markings, and high visibility warning signs.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Perth Amboy Interim Improvements to the Runyon Water Treatment Plant Project
Intended Recipient: City of Perth Amboy, 260 High Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Amount: $2 million
Explanation: The project will improve the Runyon Water Treatment Plant that will help the city better address water sources that have been impacted by PFAS and other contaminants. It will help protect public health and will help Perth Amboy comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s regulations for managing emerging contaminants.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: South Amboy Park and Playground Project
Intended Recipient: City of South Amboy, 140 North Broadway South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Amount: $750,000
Explanation: The project will transform a vacant lot adjacent to the City’s main recreation complex and schools into a playground specifically for younger children. It will help provide younger children and parents in South Amboy with a safer and more centralized location to socialize.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Woodbridge Sports Complex Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Woodbridge Township, 1 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Amount: $2.5 million
Explanation: The project will rehabilitate public land to create cricket fields that meet the demand for facilities to play the sport and spectators to watch. The project will include installation of essential infrastructure such as boundary fencing, lighting, parking, pathways, scoreboards, player dugouts, bleachers and restroom facilities to serve players and spectators. This project an investment in community well-being and cultural enrichment for a significant South Asian community within Woodbridge, while also attracting interest from the broader community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Community Funded Projects for Fiscal Year 2024
Project Name: Woodbridge Waterfront Walkway
Intended Recipient: Township of Woodbridge, One Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Amount: $4 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to construct a new footpath and repair dilapidated pedestrian footpaths along the Arthur Kill Strait. The project will provide city residents with new and enhanced access to the waterfront, local and county parks, and the Township Marina.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Fair Haven Community Center
Intended Recipient: Borough of Fair Haven, 748 River Road, Fair Haven, NJ 07704
Amount: $1.25 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to build a new community center to replace the current deteriorating community center. The project will help provide the Borough with a multi-purpose building that will be an important communal hub for residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Sandy Hook to Barnegat Inlet, Sea Bright to Manasquan, Coastal Storm Risk Management Project
Intended Recipient: New York District Corps of Engineers, located at the Jacob Javits Federal Building, 26 Federal Plaza – 17th Floor, New York, NY 10278
Amount: $10 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to modify groins, outfalls, scour pads, dry wells, and other various structures to reduce the rate of erosion and balance the littoral transport; to conduct coastal and environmental monitoring; and to prepare plans and specifications for the next renourishment cycle. The project will provide beach erosion control, protection of the shoreline of the highly populated communities and infrastructure located along the Atlantic coast of Monmouth County in New Jersey.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Environment and Water Development
Project Name: Bradley Beach Main Street Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Bradley Beach, 701, Bradley Beach, NJ 07720
Amount: $2.5 million
Explanation: This project will fund streetscape improvements to upgrade several elements on Main Street. The project will help provide the Borough with important pedestrian improvements that will make the downtown safer and more accessible to residents and visitors.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Red Bank Lead Pipe Removal and Replacement Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Red Bank, 90 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701
Amount: $3.84 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to remove lead pipes that could potentially contaminate the borough’s entire drinking water system and expose the community to lead poisoning. This project will help replace the lead pipes so that the borough has access to safe drinking water.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: Wesley Lake Pedestrian Bridge Improvements
Intended Recipient: Township of Neptune, 25 Neptune Blvd., Neptune, NJ 07753
Amount: $3.36 million
Explanation: The funding will be used for bridge structural repairs and other necessary improvements. It will increase pedestrian safety and improve bridges commuters use to access NJ Transit buses and trains.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Piscataway PD 700mHz Public Safety Radio System Upgrade
Intended Recipient: Township of Piscataway, 455 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Amount: $3.762 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to upgrade the Township’s police radio system to make it compliant with FCC regulations. It will improve public safety by increasing the interoperability between the Township and other police agencies in the state, making sure first responders are able to respond to emergencies efficiently and effectively.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science
Project Name: Transit Village Urban Green Space
Intended Recipient: City of Long Branch, 344 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Amount: $1.75 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to create an urban green space that will serve the nearby New Jersey Transit station, Monmouth Medical Center campus, and the city’s 3rd Avenue Business District. The project will convert a blighted property into a usable green space in a busy part of the city that is currently undergoing major revitalization efforts.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Edison Light Transit (ELT) Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Edison, 100 Municipal Blvd, Edison, NJ 08817
Amount: $2 million
Explanation: The funding will allow the township to purchase five electric passenger vans, creating a low-cost transportation option in the sixth largest municipality and one of the most diverse populations in the State of New Jersey.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: South Amboy Ferry Terminal Project
Intended Recipient: City of South Amboy, 140 North Broadway, South Amboy, NJ 08879
Amount: $6 million
Explanation: The project will help complete a much-needed multimodal transportation hub for Central New Jersey residents who travel to and from New York City, reducing traffic congestion and travel times for commuters. The funding will be used for environmental remediation, the construction of waterfront bulkheads, a seawall, access roadways, curbing, sidewalks, parking, a pavilion structure, site lighting, water, sewer, gas, and electric.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Keansburg Pedestrian Safety and Roadway Improvements Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Keansburg, 29 Church Street, Keansburg, NJ 07734
Amount: $1.8 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to improve pedestrian access, reconstruct roadways, and enhance drainage for two roads in the Borough. The projects will increase pedestrian safety and improve the roadways in one of the most highly used sections of the Borough.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development
Project Name: Melrose Sanitary Sewer Pump Station Replacement Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Sayreville, 167 Main Street, Sayreville, NJ 08872
Amount: $2.288 million
Explanation: The funding will be used for the reconstruction of the sanitary sewer pumping station in the Melrose section of the Borough. The proposed facility would eliminate the potential for operational failure during future flood events and the associated health and safety issues that result from wastewater overflows.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: Aberdeen Township Water Main Replacement Project
Intended Recipient: Aberdeen Township, 1 Aberdeen Square, Aberdeen, NJ 07747
Amount: $2.3 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to replace several deteriorating water mains and services in the township. The current water mains have worsened to a point where they have failed several times, leaving many residents without potable water and causing costly emergency repairs. This project will ensure the township has access to safe drinking water and water service.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Interior and Environment
Project Name: Carteret OEM Building Renovation and Expansion Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Carteret, 61 Cooke Avenue, NJ 07008
Amount: $1 million
Explanation: The funding would be used to replace Carteret’s current Office of Emergency Management facilities by renovating and equipping a designated building with current emergency operations center technology. The project will enhance the Borough’s capabilities to direct and control operations in the event of an emergency.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Homeland Security
Project Name: Ecological Resilience in the Hudson-Raritan
Intended Recipient: Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Amount: $625,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to support students and NOAA staff to coordinate and conduct research, outreach, and communication and to publicize research accomplishments and educational activities. The project lives up to the intent of the Coastal Zone Management Act to protect, restore, and responsibly develop our nation’s diverse coastal communities and resources.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project and Federal nexus
Appropriations Subcommittee: Commerce, Justice, Science
Fiscal Year 2023
Project Name: Enhancing Installation Coastal Resiliency at Naval Weapons Station Earle
Intended Recipient: NY/NJ Baykeeper, 1222 NJ-36 Unit 4, Hazlet, NJ 07730
Amount: $3.5 million
Explanation: New Jersey is on the frontlines of the climate crisis. The funding will be used to develop coastal resiliency projects that will stabilize the shoreline in communities around Naval Weapons Station Earle and develop resiliency alternatives for other Naval installations with exposure to climate change impacts. Coastal resiliency projects are a proven to help coastlines mitigate the effects of stronger storms and sea level rise caused by climate change.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Defense/Department of Navy/Research, Development, Test & Evaluation
Project Name: Dr. William Toth Health Center Expansion Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Edison, 100 Municipal Boulevard, Edison, NJ 08817
Amount: $3 million
Explanation: The Toth Memorial Health Center provides critical public health services and resources in Middlesex County. The funding will be used to renovate and expand Center to better meet the health needs of the community, especially for underserved seniors. The expansion will enable Edison to greatly expand its offerings of vaccinations, health screenings, STI/STD testing, and other services to aging residents.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Health and Human Services/Health Resources and Services Administration
Project name: Putting Young People on the Path to Great Futures by Promoting Positive Well-Being
Intended Recipient: Boys & Girls Club of Monmouth County, 1201 Monroe Avenue, Asbury Park, New Jersey 07712
Amount: $500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for the purposes of sustaining a trauma-informed (TI) care model to address the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on school-aged children in Monmouth County. This project will support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County in its efforts to put young people on the path to great futures by providing safe, positive environments that promote well-being.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Education/Office Innovation and Improvement
Project name: The Education Wing at the Metlar-Bodine House Museum Historic Site Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Piscataway, 455 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Amount: $500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to complete the final phase of an extensive restoration project for the Metlar-Bodine House Museum, including the construction of an Educational Wing that will feature the Ross Hall Wall and other important historic treasurers. The Museum is listed on the state and national registered historic sites and embodies the rich history of Middlesex County with a collection of local memorabilia and architecture.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies/National Parks Service/Historic Preservation Fund
Project Name: Maintenance Dredging of the Shrewsbury River
Intended Recipient: Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division, New York District, 26 Federal Plaza Room 2113, New York, New York 10278
Amount: $26.5 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to dredge both the North Branch and South Branch of the Shrewsbury River, NJ for approximately 14 miles. This dredging is important for the economies of communities along the Shrewsbury by making the river more navigable for local boaters and fisherman and women.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers/Operation and Maintenance
Project name: Highlands Municipal Harbor Bulkhead Repairs
Intended Recipient: Borough of Atlantic Highlands, 100 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Amount: $2.85 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to repair a deteriorating bulkhead that is one of the most critical pieces of infrastructure for residents and businesses near the Borough's public marina.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Homeland Security/Homeland Security/Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grants
Project name: South Plainfield Emergency Operations Center Modernization Project
Intended Recipient: South Plainfield Borough
Amount: $500,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to replace equipment and upgrade the Communications and 9-1-1 Center, which is jointly used by the Borough's police, fire, EMS, and OEM services. The funding will ensure critical interoperability and enhance the capabilities of emergency responders in the community during emergencies.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Homeland Security/Department of Homeland Security/Emergency Operation Center
Project name: Carteret Ferry Terminal Building Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Carteret, 61 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008
Amount: $6 million
Explanation: The terminal is a critical part of Carteret's efforts to run a ferry from central New Jersey to downtown Manhattan. The funding will be used to build the multimodal ferry terminal building planned and designed by the Borough. Completion of this project will foster economic development in the community by creating a regional intermodal transportation hub with transfers between the ferry, NJ TRANSIT bus routes, local jitneys, automobiles and adjacent pedestrian and bicycle paths.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Transportation/Highway Infrastructure Programs
Project name: Enhancing Student Support for Adult Learners and Justice-Impacted Students at Middlesex College
Intended Recipient: Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, New Jersey 08818
Amount: $1 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to implement an enhanced holistic student support model to improve retention and increase graduation rates for adult learners, address equity gaps, and assist in improving the lives of Middlesex County adults and residents who are justice-impacted.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Education/Higher Education
Project name: Woodbridge Township Zero Emissions Downtown and Community Mobility Project
Intended Recipient: Township of Woodbridge, 1 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Amount: $1.5 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to purchase new electric buses and charging infrastructure to transport underserved communities within the Township simultaneously creating cleaner air and more transportation options in Woodbridge. This funding will help Woodbridge Township achieve its goal of aligning its infrastructure with New Jersey's master plan and transitioning its municipal fleet to electric vehicles.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project name: Church of the Presidents Restoration Project
Intended Recipient: Long Branch Historical Museum Association, 1260 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Amount: $1.25 million
Explanation: The Church of the Presidents hosted seven U.S. Presidents for church services in the 19th and 20th centuries, six of whom were in office when they used the church for worship. The funding will be used to complete the restoration efforts of this historically significant structure in American and New Jersey history.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project name: South Amboy Waterfront Park Rehabilitation Project
Intended Recipient: City of South Amboy, 140 North Broadway, South Amboy, 08879
Amount: $2.25 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to create a waterfront park by reclaiming and rehabilitating the waterfront area to create an open park concept and conservation area. The park will serve as an important public space for the community after its rehabilitation and will help create a new public space for families to use.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project name: Laurence Harbor Community Building Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Old Bridge, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Amount: $2.25 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to build a new community building that will sufficiently address the recreational and community needs of the Borough's residents. This new multipurpose building will consist of a two-story Community Building that will be used for recreation on the first floor and open space.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project name: Veterans Memorial Youth League Complex Park Improvements
Intended Recipient: City of Perth Amboy, 260 High Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Amount: $1.5 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to complete essential park improvements and create a mix of passive and active recreational opportunities. The proposed upgrades include drainage improvements and the creation of multipurpose fields.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project Name: Developing, Educating and Accelerating Entrepreneurs from Underserved Communities in Central New Jersey
Intended Recipient: Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, New Jersey 07764
Amount: $640,000
Explanation: The funding will establish a program at the Monmouth University Center for Entrepreneurship, through the Leon Hess Business School, that will focus on developing, educating, and accelerating entrepreneurs with a particular focus on underserved communities in need in Central New Jersey.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Financial Services and General Government/Small Business Administration/Small Businesses Initiatives
Communited Funded Projects - Fiscal Year 2022
Congressman Pallone has submitted funding requests for important community projects in New Jersey's 6th Congressional District to the Appropriations Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Under guidelines issued by the Appropriations Committee, each Representative may request funding for up to 10 projects in their community for fiscal year 2022. Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams, and only state and local governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding. Additional information on Community Project Funding is available here.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congressman Pallone has certified that he, his spouse, and his immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects he has requested.
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies/National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/Operations, Research, and Facilities
Project name: Social and Ecological Resilience Projects for New Jersey Coasts and Oceans
Intended Recipient: James J. Howard Marine Sciences Laboratory at Sandy Hook, 74 Magruder Road, Highlands, NJ 07732
Amount: $480,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to hire additional researchers at the Howard NOAA Lab who will address the impacts of environmental change on marine habitats and fisheries surrounding Sandy Hook, NJ. Funding will also be used to purchase instrumentation for a wetlab that will provide lab space for students from nearby underserved communities and help promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Defense/Department of Navy/Research, Development, Test & Evaluation
Project name: Researching Resilience for Coastal Communities with Naval Weapons Station Earle Project
Intended Recipient: Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Amount: $450,000
Explanation: The funding will be used by Monmouth University, in conjunction with Naval Weapons Station Earle, to research coastal community resilience projects identified in the Raritan/Sandy Hook Bay Coastal Resilience Planning Study – a joint study conducted by Naval Weapons Station Earle, Monmouth County Division of Planning, Monmouth University, and eight coastal communities. Improving our understanding of coastal resiliency will help Naval installations and coastal communities combat extreme flooding and bad weather events.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies/U.S. Army Corps of Engineers/Operation and Maintenance
Project Name: Maintenance Dredging of Shoal Harbor Navigation Channel Project
Intended Recipient: Army Corps of Engineers North Atlantic Division, New York District, 26 Federal Plaza Room 2113, New York, New York 10278
Amount: $8,000,000
Explanation: The funding will be used for maintenance dredging of approximately 160,000 cubic yards of sediments with upland placement in the adjacent confined dredged material disposal site. It will bring much needed relief to local boaters, businesses, and community members that depend on navigable waterways.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Health and Human Services/Health Resources and Services Administration
Project Name: Long Branch Health Monitoring and Telecommunications Training Center Project
Intended Recipient: City of Long Branch, 344 Broadway, Long Branch, New Jersey 07740
Amount: $2,000,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to renovate buildings for the purposes of transferring the Long Branch Health Department and other important health services to more adequate facilities as a direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Education/Innovation and Improvement
Project Name: Agricultural and Aquacultural Workforce Training Program Project
Recipient: Middlesex County, 75 Bayard Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
Amount: $300,200
Explanation: The funding will be used to support the Agricultural and Aquacultural Workforce Training Program at the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools to develop the next generation of farmers and fishermen trained in emerging technology, while embedding the seeds of community service and social equity.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies/Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration—Training and Employment Services
Project Name: United Way of Central Jersey Financial Opportunity Center Project
Intended Recipient: United Way of Central Jersey, 32 Ford Avenue, Milltown, New Jersey 08850
Amount: $420,874
Explanation: The funding will be used to establish a Financial Opportunity Center, which will provide an integrated set of three core services for families in need: employment services, financial education and coaching, and access to income supports. These services will provide access to vital tools for these families, helping them to recover from their current financial struggles – many of whom are still suffering from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Homeland Security/Homeland Security/Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grants
Project Name: Fireman's Park Bulkhead Improvement Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Keyport, 70 West Front Street, Keyport, New Jersey 07735
Amount: $450,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to help the Borough of Keyport elevate the existing bulkhead to mitigate near monthly flooding events in its Downtown Business District/Fireman's Park Area.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies/Environmental Protection Agency/State and Tribal Assistance Grants
Project name: New Brunswick Sewer Replacement Project
Intended Recipient: City of New Brunswick 78 Bayard Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901
Amount: $760,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to help New Brunswick accelerate the completion of an important sewer line replacement project that will greatly improve the city's wastewater system and will have an important environment impact on the region's waterways.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project name: Municipal Parking Redesign Project
Intended Recipient: Borough of Metuchen, 500 Main Street, Metuchen, New Jersey 08840
Amount: $800,000
Explanation: The funding will be used to redesign and pave an integral parking lot in the city that is utilized by adjacent athletic fields, Edgar Middle School, and the Metuchen Municipal Pool, but is currently not paved due to a lack of municipal funding. The project would also improve accessibility for people with special needs, incorporate pedestrian and bike infrastructure, and provide one of the first public electric vehicle charging stations in the region.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project
Appropriations Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiative
Project Name: Renovation and Upgrade Project at the Historic Perth Amboy Public Library
Recipient: City of Perth Amboy, 260 High Street, Perth Amboy, New Jersey 08861
Amount: $1.5 million
Explanation: The funding will be used to rehabilitate the city's historic Public Library, which was originally built in 1903 and requires critical renovations and upgrades to meet the current needs of the community.
Certification letter stating there is no financial interest in the project