New Jersey Gives $7 Million to Help Communities Stop Flooding and Clean Up Water
Official: Murphy Administration Awards $7 Million in Stormwater Assistance Grants for Projects to Reduce Flooding and Improve Water Quality
Reading: The $7 million in stormwater assistance grants fund projects that reduce flooding and improve water quality, supporting climate resilience and environmental protection goals aligned with New Jersey's climate action agenda.
Communities can use the money for things like rain gardens, green infrastructure, and other solutions that capture and filter water.
In clear language
New Jersey is giving out $7 million in grants to help communities build projects that reduce flooding and improve water quality. These grants support stormwater management projects that help protect neighborhoods from heavy rainfall and storms. Communities can use the money for things like rain gardens, green infrastructure, and other solutions that capture and filter water.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Local municipalities and towns looking to reduce flooding in their areas
- Residents in communities prone to flooding or water quality problems
- Nonprofits and environmental organizations working on water management projects
- Businesses and property owners affected by stormwater runoff
What can you do?
- Contact your local town or city government to ask if they plan to apply for these grants
- Support green infrastructure projects in your community like rain gardens or permeable pavement
- Advocate to your elected officials to prioritize stormwater management improvements in your area
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