Sherrill-Secured Federal Funding Making A Difference in Morris Township

Morris Township, NJ — Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) joined Mayor Mark Gyorfy and the Township Committee last week for two events highlighting how federal funding is making a difference in the Morris Township community by upgrading the Collinsville-Tucker Park and purchasing a new ladder fire truck to service the Township.

“Throughout my time in office, I have had many discussions with residents in Morris Township about the critical need for reconstruction and improvements to Collinsville-Tucker Park. With this Community Project funding, combined with additional American Rescue Plan funds previously committed to this park, we are making this project a reality. Last week, I gathered with the Collinsville Civic & Improvement League, local students, community members, the Mayor and Township Committee, and Senator Bucco to celebrate this milestone,” said Rep. Sherrill. 

“Our first responders worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic serving our communities. That’s why when we were drafting the American Rescue Plan, I put in place provisions that would help local governments maintain vital public services, even in the wake of revenue stress from COVID. This new ladder truck will help keep families safe. I want to thank Mayor Gyorfy and the Township Committee for their advocacy for their residents and their partnership in helping me bring back our tax dollars to serve our community,” continued Sherrill. 

“Congresswoman Sherrill’s efforts to bring millions in federal tax dollars back to Morris Township has not only provided us with a once-in-a-generation moment to revitalize the Collinsville Playground but has also allowed us to invest in our long-term emergency response needs through the purchase of a new quint ladder truck. Thanks to the funding secured through the American Rescue Plan and FY2023 Appropriations, we’ve been able to make long-term community investments without putting a substantial financial burden on our taxpayers,” said Morris Township Mayor Mark Gyorfy. 

As part of the 14 Community Projects the Congresswoman submitted on behalf of NJ-11 through the House Appropriations Committee Fiscal Year 2023 bill, federal funding is coming to Collinsville-Tucker Park for the needed reconstruction and improvements. This project is also receiving local funding through the American Rescue Plan. Local residents, advocates from the Collinsville Civic & Improvement League, the Mayor and Township Committee, Senator Bucco, and third and fourth graders from Unity Charter School gathered for this exciting announcement. Watch a recording of the event here.

Rep. Sherrill also received a tour of the new ladder fire truck Morris Township was able to purchase with the direct state and local aid the township received from the American Rescue Plan (ARP). The ARP was a critical piece of legislation that brought direct pandemic relief to New Jersey families, small businesses, and municipalities. After hearing directly from local mayors, Sherrill ensured flexibility in how these funds could be utilized, which allowed the township to be able to purchase this much needed ladder truck while still tending to the pandemic-related needs of the community.