Target Population to be Served. The Borough has identified Dailey Pond Park Field as a recreational facility with significant usage and in need of renovations. The field area was graded, new sod was laid, and a sprinkler system was installed during the summer of 2023 in the amount of $177,192.00 from the Borough's 2023 budget appropriations. This grant will secure additional funding required to complete the field improvement project including fencing, netting and security cameras.
Target Population to be Served. According to most recent Census data, of the Borough’s 16,875 residents, approximately 24% are under age 18 and 14% are age 65 years and over; further, approximately 6% of residents under age 65 have a disability and approximately 5% of residents under age 65 are without health insurance. Approximately 29% of residents are foreign born and 41% speak a language other than English at home. The Borough is a densely populated 2.3 square mile suburban community with approximately 7,412 persons per square mile. There are 6,167 households in the Borough with approximately three persons per household. The Borough of New Milford has experience with receiving and managing local, state, and federal grant funds such as those offered through NJ Department of Transportation, Bergen County Open Space, NJ Division of Highway and Traffic Safety, FEMA, and more. As this project is a top priority for the Borough, the Borough Administration will work closely with the Borough’s DPW and hired engineers to ensure the proposed project is completed efficiently.
Target Population to be Served. Together, the West Orange Recreation Department and Engineering Department will lead the efforts for the Degnan Field Project. Once completed, the West Orange Department of Public Works (DPW) will be responsible for the maintenance of the site, as part of its regular park maintenance activities within the Township. To complete the proposed project, Township will work with a vendor to order and install the bleachers and team bench shelters. The Township anticipates the proposed project will be implemented and completed as per the schedule below: Month 1: Award of grant and execute grant agreement with the NJDCA Months 2-3: Solicit proposals for design services from qualified professionals Month 4: Professional Design Period- plans, specifications, and bid documents Month 5: Advertise and Bid Construction Project Month 6: Award Construction Project Months 7-12: Construction period The Township Engineering and Recreation Departments will ensure that this project is completed in a timely fashion and with all requirements set for by the NJ Department of Community Affairs.
Target Population to be Served. Step 1: Planning - Year 1 - A consulting firm will be retained to prepare a plan to identify various metrics with which to determine the priority order of replacement. Various metrics include planned roadway reconstruction and vulnerable populations among other considerations. A preliminary opinion of probable cost will also be prepared to allow the City to plan the budgetary outlay for the project.
Target Population to be Served. The programmatic analysis defined two distinct categories - Athletics/Wellness (A/W) and Arts/Media/Education (AME), to be supported by necessary administrative and property maintenance facilities.
Target Population to be Served. Gloucester City is an underserved community and UEZ zone that borders the City of Camden, three major state highways, a waterfront port as well as an exit off the Xxxx Xxxxxxx Bridge. The location and proximity of these highways is a challenge for the law enforcement officers as thousands of nonresidents come through the city daily.
Target Population to be Served. The replacement of the Animal Hospital is a top priority for the County. The project is needed to improve animal care and wellness, improve facilities for veterinary staff, expand the educational capabilities of Turtle Back Zoo, increase engagement and educational programming for youth and families, and support accreditation requirements set by the three organizations that accredit the Zoo. Turtle Back Zoo is a significant attraction and draws a regionwide audience, therefore, the project’s impact will extend beyond the borders of Essex County. Turtle Back Zoo measures over 20 acres and is a significant open space property located within the footprint of the 2,110-acre South Mountain Reservation. Turtle Back Zoo is one of few zoo facilities in the region and offers residents of Essex County and surrounding communities an affordable, accessible zoo experience. Additionally, the Zoo offers a wide variety of summer camps and educational programs during afterschool hours and summertime. The Zoo serves the recreation needs of the surrounding communities and is enjoyed by residents throughout the County. Essex County has a population of 852,720 residents and is the third largest county in New Jersey. According to the United States Census Bureau, 38% of Essex County residents are African-American, 29% are White, 24% are Hispanic, 6% are Asian, and 3% are Other. Essex County is the second most densely populated county in the state, which demonstrates the need for protecting and enhancing limited open space resources, especially those that add educational value. Nearly 1 in 4 children in Essex County live in poverty and having local access to an affordable educational experience, such as that offered by the Zoo, enhances the quality of life for tens of thousands of children and families in Essex County and the surrounding region. In addition to Essex County residents, Turtle Back Zoo serves a regional audience and attracts park visitors from surrounding counties, as well as New York City and points in eastern Pennsylvania. In fact, park records show that 80% of visitors do not live in Essex County. Many visitors travel from Passaic, Bergen, Morris, Union, and Hudson counties. Around 20% of Zoo visitors are children. Turtle Back Zoo is the largest zoo in the state, specifically based on size, attendance, and species diversity, which shows how important it is to meet the recreational needs of the service area, which includes the entire county as well as surrounding c...
Target Population to be Served. The project will be started as funds become available. The requested funds will cover a portion of the project which will require additional equipment and service contracts over a period of time. The additional items outside of this funding will be completed based on budget approval and availability.
Target Population to be Served. The project will address major operational deficiencies experienced by Xxxxxxxxxx'x first responders including: Old equipment, incompatibility with Somerset County systems resulting in impaired access to County dispatchers, and lack of interoperability with mutual aid to surrounding jurisdictions including Mercer County, Hunterdon County and Middlesex County.
Target Population to be Served. 1. Mayor Town Hall Meetings have been arranged and completed.
2. A Community Arts Center Expansion Committee was developed and has met several times and will continue to meet.
3. Several meetings have been had been had with procured architectual firm to discuss ideas and exploration of steps to move forward with such a project and to create rendering and initial designs based on the committees feedback.
4. Apply for grant funding through the State of NJ and other sources of funding including Middlesex County and private funding.
5. Procure Architect Services for feasibility design and cost estimates of the overall site, phase 1 and phase 2 of the project - Winter 2024
6. Work with Architect, Expansion Committee, Administration, Planning and Engineering and Department of Recreation and Parks to narrow focus of the initial part of the project to begin parts of the expansion.
7. Procure Engineering Services for the sanitary sewer design of the overall site, site design for phase 2 and environmental evaluation of the overall site - Winter 2024
8. Apply for NJDEP Permitting - Winter 2022
9. Construction of Facilities including Sanitary Sewer and phase 1 modifications and upgrades to existing building and site- Fall 2024
