Madison Mayor Takes On Traffic Issues

MADISON, NJ – Madison Mayor Robert H. Conley lead a discussion regarding Route 24, Route 124 and Park Avenue traffic issues that included U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, former Governor Richard J. Codey, Assemblywoman Mila M. Jasey, Assemblywoman Nancy F. Munzo, Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco.

The conversation also included members from NJDOT including, Deputy Commissioner Joseph D. Bertoni, Chief of Staff Jay Jimenez and Office of Community Relations representatives Zenobia Fields and Andrew Swords, and representatives from Morris County including Freeholders Heather Darling and Stephen H. Shaw and Administrator John Bonanni and Engineer Christopher Vitz.

“The discussion with federal, state, county and local representatives was a productive continuation of prior meetings addressing this topic,” said Conley. “Now that we have new players in the game, and the willingness from state officials, including NJDOT to continue this discussion, I feel that we can move at an accelerated process to start to make changes that will benefit residents and employees who work within the surrounding area.”

Also in attendance were the Mayors of six surrounding communities; Chatham Borough Mayor Bruce Harris, East Hanover Mayor Joseph Pannullo, Florham Park Mayor Mark Taylor, Hanover Township Mayor Ronald Francioli, Morris Township Mayor Jeffrey Grayzel, and Morristown Mayor Timothy Dougherty.

The Mayors all offered insight on the impact the worsening traffic issues are having on their respective communities. They offered their commitment to working together to find potential solutions.

“I want to thank all that participated this morning,” said Conley. “The people that were present this morning expressing concerns and raising questions, are the same people, that when we all work together, will get something done, and, I look forward to getting something done that will benefit all.”

At the recommendation of all in attendance, a committee will be formed to further the discussions that took place so that a plan that is beneficial for all involved can be presented and funding can be sought after from the state and federal level. NJDOT has committed to listening and engaging in conversations with the committee.

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