Essex County Airport Gets $135,900 Grant to Repave

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded the Essex County Improvement Authority a $135,900 grant to fund the design phase for rehabilitation of 3,721 feet of pavement on Runway 10/28 at Essex County Airport.

According to a release, the funds are needed to "extend the useful life of the pavement."

"Since our state's economy thrives on a modern, efficient transportation system, we need to continually improve our aging infrastructure and ensure our airports are well-equipped to keep everyone safe," stated U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez. "Investing in our airports keeps travel safe and reliable, creates jobs and boosts our economic competitiveness."

Other grants included:

• $405,000 to the Township of Lakewood to fund the final phase for construction of a taxiway at Lakewood Airport serving the Runway 24 end.
• $163,800 to the Township of Lakewood to fund the second and final phase for the acquisition of 2.66 acres of land adjacent to Lakewood Airport to enhance protection for the Runway 6 approach. The acquisition of portions of two parcels within the Runway 6 Safety Area will allow the currently displaced Runway 6 threshold to be moved back to the end of the pavement.