The Sentinel – Senate President Steve Sweeney, Assembly Deputy Speaker John J. Burzichelli and Assemblywoman Celeste Riley today announced that the 3rd Legislative District will receive $1 million from the state Department of Transportation in Local Aid Infrastructure Grants.

“Our infrastructure is in crucial need of improvement. These funds are much needed, much deserved, and will greatly improve the transportation safety of the third district,” said Sweeney.

“A healthy infrastructure is vital to our economy and the safety of motorists, particularly when it comes to improving our local streets and roads. This funding will go a long way towards helping us address these concerns,” said Burzichelli.

“Given the extraordinary fiscal times we are facing these funds are certainly welcome to help improve our local roadways and help motorists get to where they need to go in a safe and timely fashion,” said Riley.

A list of 3rd district municipalities receiving funding is below.

Cumberland CR 540 over Cohansey River $230,000.00

Franklin Township Weymouth Road Section III $430,000.00

Lower Alloways Creek Alloway Creek Neck Road Section I $430,000.00