Tag: FEMA
A Flood of FEMA Funds May Fix a Persistent Highlands Problem
The borough anticipates receiving its largest grant ever to tackle its longstanding townwide flooding issues.
New State Construction Rule for Inland Flood Zones Affects Some Fort...
Next month New Jersey will become the first state in the nation to use scientific “predictive precipitation modeling” for future developments, hopefully reducing flooding in some inland areas.
Colts Neck Board Approves Kushner Project
COLTS NECK – Despite much pushback from township residents, environmental groups and some planning board members, a proposal to construct 360 residential units atop vacant land along Route 537 was approved last Wednesday.
Harbor Improvements Underway in Atlantic Highlands
Construction on a new towboat building and trailer restroom facilities are underway at the harbor in Atlantic Highlands, located along Simon...
Sea Bright and Monmouth Beach Get $28M for Seawall
By Muriel J. Smith
SEA BRIGHT – The borough and Monmouth Beach have received a grant totaling more than $28 million representing reimbursement of 90 percent...
FEMA: $6.8 B For NJ Sandy Recovery in NJ
EATONTOWN -- In the three years since Hurricane Sandy scored a direct hit on New Jersey, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has been actively...
FEMA Opening Reviews Until Sept. 15
THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY Management Agency wants to hear from Sandy damaged homeowners not satisfied with their flood insurance claims.
“While I’ve seen many of the...
FEMA OKs $2 Million for Colts Neck Sandy Costs
COLTS NECK – The township received a $2 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help pay for cleanup costs that...
State to Offer Grants for Those Looking to Elevate Homes
By John Burton
TRENTON – The Christie Administration announced it will be making $100 million in grants available to owners looking to elevate their homes,...
Hotline Available for NJ Flood Map Information
TRENTON – As the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) continues to release Preliminary Work Maps of flood zones in New Jersey, residents with questions...