The Village of Ridgewood, announces the award of $259,121 for a key project: the resurfacing of West Ridgewood Avenue
photo courtesy of Village Manager Keith Kazmark
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Ridgewood NJ, Get ready for smoother rides! Governor Phil Murphy has announced a massive allocation of $150 million in Municipal Aid grants from the NJ DOT for upgrading roads, bridges, and safety infrastructure across New Jersey. This vital funding, which helps municipalities shoulder the high cost of maintenance, is a huge win for residents and local quality of life.
The Governor emphasized the importance of this investment: “Having a safe and efficient transportation system throughout the state means investing in local roads and bridges… Municipal Aid provides the funds for infrastructure projects in our towns and cities that significantly improve the quality of life for New Jersey residents.”
Bergen County Scores Big: Who Got Funded?
A significant portion of the grants is flowing directly into North Jersey towns, targeting everything from roadway preservation to crucial pedestrian safety upgrades.
The Village of Ridgewood, for instance, proudly announced they were awarded $259,121 for a key project: the resurfacing of West Ridgewood Avenue from Garber Square to Maltbie Avenue.
Check the table below to see which Bergen County towns received funding and for what projects:
| Town | Project Name | Grant Amount | Project Type |
| Ridgewood | West Ridgewood Avenue Resurfacing | $259,121 | Roadway Preservation |
| Allendale | Cedar Drive and Oakwood Road Roadway Preservation | $151,154 | Roadway Preservation |
| Alpine | Buckingham Drive Improvements | $151,154 | Roadway Preservation |
| Bergenfield | Porter Avenue Improvements Project | $194,341 | Roadway Preservation |
| Bogota | Elmwood and Linwood Avenue Improvements Project | $86,374 | Roadway Preservation |
| Carlstadt | Dell Road Reconstruction | $215,934 | Roadway Preservation |
| Closter | Walker Avenue Roadway Preservation | $250,000 | Roadway Preservation |
| Dumont | Dumont Avenue Improvements | $129,561 | Roadway Preservation |
| Elmwood Park | Mola Boulevard Decorative Lighting Project | $151,154 | Quality of Life |
| Fair Lawn | River Road and Morlot Avenue Improvement Project | $194,341 | Pedestrian Safety |
| Fort Lee | Riverdale Drive Improvements Project | $237,528 | Roadway Preservation |
| Hackensack | Hamilton Place, W Anderson, and Lookout Ave Culvert Crossings | $280,715 | Bridge Preservation |
| Hasbrouck Heights | Baldwin, Baldwin Terrace, and Cleveland Avenue | $259,121 | Roadway Preservation |
| Haworth | Valley Road Sidewalk Improvements | $259,121 | Pedestrian Safety |
| Leonia | Oakdene Avenue Resurfacing | $259,121 | Roadway Preservation |
| Lodi | Chestnut and Norwood Avenues Improvements Project | $286,293 | Roadway Preservation |
| Mahwah | Corporate Drive Phase 2 | $259,121 | Roadway Preservation |
| Paramus | Spring Valley Road | $172,747 | Roadway Preservation |
| Rutherford | Darwin and Hastings Avenue Roadway Improvements | $280,715 | Roadway Preservation |
| Teaneck | Garrison Avenue Resurfacing Project | $194,341 | Roadway Preservation |
| Westwood | Irvington Street Section 2 and Fourth Avenue | $237,528 | Roadway Preservation |
| Wyckoff | Crescent Avenue Improvements | $215,934 | Roadway Preservation |
| …and many more! |
Note: This is a partial list focused on Bergen County. Many other towns across North Jersey received awards.
Why These Grants Matter for Residents
These Municipal Aid grants are a lifeline for local governments. They fund essential repairs and upgrades that towns often struggle to pay for with property taxes alone. By using state and Transportation Trust Fund (TTF) dollars, these grants help to lessen the burden on local property taxpayers while ensuring our roads and bridges remain safe and functional.
This round of funding also shows a commitment to comprehensive infrastructure, supporting not just vehicle travel (Roadway Preservation) but also projects that enhance quality of life and safety for non-drivers (Pedestrian Safety and Quality of Life projects, like the decorative lighting in Elmwood Park).
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They are giving us our own money back. The TTF is funded with your money.