March 3, 2023

State Issues

Governor Murphy Delivers FY2024 Budget Address

On February 28 Governor Murphy delivered the State’s FY2024 Budget proposal, with a focus on maintaining past initiatives while preparing for the future.

Contact: Andrew LaFevre, Legislative Analyst, alafevre@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x116..

NJDEP Hosting Meeting for Mayors on MS4 Grant Program

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) will be hosting an executive information session for mayors to review the recently announced grant program to assist municipalities with the new stormwater permitting requirements.

Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137.

NJBPU Seeking Input on LED Streetlight Program

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has issued a Request for Comments, seeking input from interested parties regarding the conversion of existing streetlights to LED streetlights.

Contact: Frank Marshall, Esq., Associate General Counsel, fmarshall@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x137.

NJ Historic Trust Program Grant Opportunities

The New Jersey Historic Trust (NJHT) announced Project Grants to support a variety of programs and activities related to New Jersey history.

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Federal Issues

US Department of Justice Funding Opportunities Available

The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the U.S. Department of Justice announced two funding opportunities for which municipalities are eligible to apply. Each has multiple deadlines at both grants.gov and Justgrants.gov.

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Also of Interest

Lunch & Learn: Proposed FY2024 State Budget Briefing

Earlier this week Governor Murphy delivered his FY2024 budget address. Join us on Friday, March 10, at 12:00 noon for a briefing on the proposed $53.1 billion budget.

Please register in advance.

Contact: Lori Buckelew, Deputy Executive Director & Director of Government Affairs, lbuckelew@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x112.

Congressionally Directed Spending Lunch and Learn

Senators Menendez and Booker have announced the application process for FY2024 Congressionally Directed Spending. On Monday, March 6 at noon, the League will host a Lunch and Learn with staff members from both offices.

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

League Lunch & Learn: USDA Rural Development Grants Opportunity

On Thursday, March 16 at noon, Jane Asselta, New Jersey State Director for Rural Development at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be the featured speaker in the latest League Lunch and Learn.

Contact: Paul Penna, Senior Legislative Analyst, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Pass a Resolution to Become a RevolutionNJ Community

2026 is the 250th anniversary of the USA! This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity that allows New Jerseyans to create a lasting legacy. Revolution NJ is calling on all municipalities to pass a resolution to officially become a RevolutionNJ community.

Contact: Lori Buckelew, Deputy Executive Director & Director of Government Affairs, lbuckelew@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x112.

Grant Funding Announced for New Jersey Statewide Wellness Campaign

The National Fitness Campaign (NFC) is allocating grant funding to 10 communities across the state for 2023. The NFC has announced $300,000 of funding to support municipalities to join the growing NFC effort; the mission is to build healthy infrastructure for smart cities and future schools. Municipalities will have priority access to application briefings, a 30-minute Zoom call qualifying your community for a feasibility study, and a grant application. If your municipality is interested, the grant is available now for 2023 site partners and is projected to be allocated over the next 90 days.

If you would like to receive a briefing to learn more about the program and how to qualify, please fill out the short contact form.

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