Monthly Archives: July 2015

EPA Proposes Plan to Clean up Groundwater at Superfund Site in Newfield, N.J.; Public...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed modifications to the plan to address contaminated groundwater at the Shieldalloy Metallurgical Corp. site in Newfield and Vineland, N.J. A plan originally put into place by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection when it was mainly responsible for the site had required a system that pumps the groundwater out of the ground and treats it

Booker Joins Congressional Coalition to Increase Investments in Distressed Communities

U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.), joined a bipartisan and bicameral coalition of congressional leaders to announce that they will work together to develop new solutions to provide access to capital and new private sector investment in distressed communities all across the country. Led by Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tim Scott (R-SC) in the Senate and Pat Tiberi (R-OH) and Ron Kind (D-WI) in the House, this group will work together to produce legislation in the fall.

Menendez, Booker, Pascrell, Sires Announce $3.7M in Federal Grants for NJ Fire Departments

U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker, and Congressmen Bill Pascrell (N.J.-09) and Albio Sires (N.J.-08), today announced a combined $3,742.909 in federal grants to hire more firefighters and improve safety and operations in local fire departments across New Jersey. The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) and Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) programs are administered by the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

NEW JERSEY MAN SENTENCED TO TWO YEARS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR ROLE IN $5...

Christy Romero, Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (SIGTARP), and Paul J. Fishman, United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey, today announced that Kenneth Sweetman was sentenced on July 27, 2015, to 24 months in federal prison for his role in a massive mortgage fraud scheme involving multiple properties in Elizabeth, N.J.

JERSEY CITY TAX ABATEMENTS MANIPULATE SCHOOL FUNDING SYSTEM AND UNFAIR TO NEW JERSEY TAXPAYERS

Assembly Republican Jack Ciattarelli, R-Somerset, Hunterdon, Mercer and Middlesex, said Jersey City losing $80 million in property taxes due to tax abatements is a prime example of how the school funding system is manipulated. A recent news report revealed the lost property taxes.

Essex County, New Jersey, Man Sentenced To Two Years In Prison For His Role...

A Nutley, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 24 months in prison for his role in a massive mortgage fraud scheme involving multiple properties in Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced

Freeholders Approve First Buyouts of Flood-Prone Properties in Long Hill Through Innovative County Program

The Morris County Freeholders have approved a $622,394 grant allocation for the buyouts of two flood-threatened residential properties in the Stirling section of Long Hill, marking the first such purchases in that township under the county’s innovative Flood Mitigation Program, which has previously approved $4.9 million to partially fund purchases of 55 homes in seven towns.

Pallone Holds Roundtable on Dodd-Frank and Protecting New Jersey from Abusive Mortgage Industry Practices

In recognition of the 5th anniversary of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) held a roundtable discussion today in Highland Park with NJ Citizen Action, consumer protection advocates and New Jerseyans who have benefited from the law. The roundtable highlighted the Dodd-Frank law and the work of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

Christie Administration Announces Housing Recovery Information Session in Ocean County to Assist Homeowners Hard...

In its continued effort to meet and assist Sandy-impacted families right in their home communities, the Christie Administration today announced that the 22nd Information Session will be held Tuesday, July 28th, in Brick Township, to provide personal assistance for storm-affected homeowners participating in the Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM) Program and LMI Homeowners Rebuilding Program.

New Jersey Voters Express Strong Support for More Federal Funding for Affordable Homes to...

The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) and the Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey, a NLIHC state partner, released the findings of a state-wide public opinion poll that measured New Jersey registered voter support for changing the mortgage interest deduction, addressing homelessness, and creating more affordable homes. A sizable majority of registered New Jersey voters surveyed expressed support for increasing federal funding for affordable home development to address homelessness as well as opposition to cutting state funding for affordable homes to address the state’s budget defici

New Jersey Voters Express Strong Support for More Federal Funding for Affordable Homes to...

the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) and the Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey, a NLIHC state partnerouH, released the findings of a state-wide public opinion poll that measured New Jersey registered voter support for changing the mortgage interest deduction, addressing homelessness, and creating more affordable homes. A sizable majority of registered New Jersey voters surveyed expressed support for increasing federal funding for affordable home development to address homelessness as well as opposition to cutting state funding for affordable homes to address the state’s budget deficit

Addiego & Rodriguez-Gregg Bill Allowing Amusement Games in Bars and Restaurants Clears Senate

Senator Dawn Marie Addiego and Assembly Republican Maria Rodriguez-Gregg’s bill to allow Dave & Buster’s-style restaurant and entertainment venues in New Jersey earned the approval of the Senate today. The measure (A-4143), which passed the General Assembly last month, permits issuing an amusement game license to qualifying bars and restaurants

Ciattarelli Bill Package Revises State’s Affordable Housing Procedure

Assembly Republican Jack Ciattarelli sponsors a comprehensive package of bills reforming the standards for affordable housing in New Jersey. The bills are sensitive to the impact of affordable housing obligations on municipalities and taxpayers while ensuring there is adequate supply of affordable units. The five-bill package is the result of collaboration between state, county and municipal officials

Former Brick Township Superfund Site Gets Remake as Solar Power Farm; Panels Provide Energy...

The award was given to recognize Brick Township’s reuse of a former landfill site to create a solar panel array that supplies electricity to the township’s government buildings and community parks. The installation of solar panels began in June 2013 and the solar array became operational in 2014. It generates about 7,400 megawatt-hours of energy per year.

Menendez, Booker Announce $1.8M in Federal Grants for New Jersey Fire Departments

U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) today announced a combined $1,837,013 in federal grants to improve safety and operations and add firefighters in local fire departments across New Jersey. The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) and Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) programs are administered by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Central New Jersey Multi-Family Sales Pick up Pace with Four Recent Trades arranged by...

Central New Jersey’s multi-family trading pace is quickening at the mid-year mark, with four transactions involving a total of 106 units in Plainfield recently arranged by Gebroe-Hammer Associates. The properties were located throughout the Union County city

Menendez, Booker Announce $158,700 for Homeless Vets in Camden

U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker (both D-N.J.) today announced $158,700 in federal funding to help homeless veterans in Camden find supportive services and a place to call home. The grant is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program.

Much-Needed Support On the Way for South Jersey’s Homeless Veterans

Rep. Norcross Announces $158,700 in Federal Aid to Provide Shelter to Homeless Veterans. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) announced today that South Jersey will receive $158,700 in federal aid to help veterans and their families transition out of homelessness and into permanent housing.

NJBIA To Host Women Business Leaders Forum “Building the Next Generation of Women Executives”

Women currently hold 4.6 percent of CEO positions at S&P 500 companies and 16.9 percent of public company board seats. While these numbers may be improved from even one decade ago, the message is clear—there is plenty of room for stronger representation of women at the top of the corporate ladder. What does it take to get there? The right skills and the right opportunities.

Menendez Bill to Help Struggling Sandy Homeowners, Businesses Recover

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) today introduced legislation that would help speed up the recovery for homeowners and local businesses impacted by Superstorm Sandy. The Superstorm Sandy Relief and Disaster Loan Program Improvement Act of 2015 would reopen the application process for federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand (both D-NY)

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Lautenberg Announces Millions in New Funding for Housing in New Jersey

WASHINGTON, D.C. - March 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) announced millions of dollars in new funding for New Jersey’s public housing authorities to rehabilitate and modernize public housing units in New Jersey. The capital improvement money was included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act signed into law by President Obama.

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Norcross Announces $200K+ for Affordable Housing in Camden

U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today announced that Saint Joseph’s Carpenter Society will receive $207,500 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) NeighborWorks America program to help provide affordable housing in Camden.