Earlier this week, Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. presented nine Essex County municipalities and 35 community organizations about $5.7 million through the Community Development Block Grant Program and the Emergency Services Grant Program.

The Township of Nutley received $238,000 for roadway construction on Margaret, San Antonio and Van Winkle Avenues. 

“The County consistently demonstrates its commitment to our community,” states Mayor John V. Kelly III. “Executive DiVincenzo has been an unwavering supporter of our Township, and we are deeply appreciative of his partnership.”

Programs supported through the CDBG and ESG programs are direct investments to provide services that enhance quality of life and help stabilize neighborhoods by modernizing infrastructure.

“CDBG grant money is an integral source of funding for our annual roadway improvement programs,” reports Depart of Public Works Commissioner Joseph P. Scarpelli. “Last year we received funding for the Oval sidewalk and Pedestrian Safety Project and this year the grant will allow us to reconstruct sections of Margaret, Van Winkle, and San Antonio Avenues.”