MORRIS COUNTY — The Murphy Administration has announced a $150 million allocation for Fiscal Year 2025 County Aid, with Morris County set to receive $7,314,377. These funds, sourced from the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund (TTF), are intended to support infrastructure improvements at the local level, focusing on county-owned roads and bridges.
NJDOT Commissioner Fran O’Connor emphasized the significance of these funds in addressing local transportation challenges, alleviating residents’ financial burdens, and advancing Governor Murphy’s vision for a secure and sustainable transportation system throughout New Jersey.
“The New Jersey Department of Transportation is committed to addressing localized transportation concerns by investing in county-owned bridges and roadways, which reduces the tax burden on residents,” said Commissioner O’Connor. “The County Aid is a key component in advancing Governor Murphy’s vision of a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system for all New Jerseyans.”
The County Aid program allocates funds based on population and road mileage within each county, enabling local governments to prioritize and select the projects that will receive funding. Notably, pavement preservation has been added as an eligible category for funding under this program for the first time.
Morris County and other counties must submit their selected projects, as detailed in their annual Transportation Program, to the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) for approval by December 1, 2024. These projects can encompass a range of transportation-related work, from road and bridge repairs to other essential improvements.
This funding is part of a broader initiative by the Murphy Administration to enhance the quality and safety of New Jersey’s transportation infrastructure. The new County Aid schedule also mandates that the NJDOT notify counties of their allotments by July 31, allowing for better planning and execution of future projects.
This substantial investment will benefit thousands of motorists in Morris County who rely on well-maintained roads and bridges daily, contributing to the overall safety and efficiency of the region’s transportation network.
For more information, visit the Morris County government website here and the New Jersey Department of Transportation website here.
