Rumson, Fair Haven Get State Aid For Road Repairs

RUMSON, NJ — The state announced last week that various Monmouth County municipalities will receive a combined $12.6 million in infrastructure grants from the New Jersey Department of Transportation, among them Rumson, Fair Haven, Red Bank, Shrewsbury, Sea Bright and Middletown.

Fair Haven was given $350,000 to continue roadwork on Hance Road and Cooney Terrace.

Rumson was given $290,000 to make improvements to the West River Road curb and sidewalks to improve pedestrian safety.

Sea Bright was given $270,000 to repave Riverview Place, Shrewsbury Way, Henry Lane and River Way.

Middletown was given $215,000 to make Holland Road improvements.

Red Bank will receive $215,000 for rehabilitation of Spring Street.

Shrewsbury borough will receive $180,000 for improvements to Samara Drive and Birch Drive.

And Shrewsbury Township will receive $158,000 for improvements to Barker Avenue.

The work will all begin in 2020. It remains unclear if the roads will be shut down during that time period.

“I’m glad to see vital infrastructure funds going straight to many of the towns that need it most, and at just the right time to help municipal governments plan for next year’s construction,” said state Senator Vin Gopal (D-Long Branch). “With most local governments beginning their calendar year budget on January 1, these accelerated funds will make sure that towns have the information they need to make the right decisions for their residents.”