Kean Fighting to Restore Memorial Pond in Mount Arlington
(October 25, 2024) BOROUGH OF MOUNT ARLINGTON, NJ – Yesterday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) toured Memorial Pond to gain insight into the critical need for renovations ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion. Congressman Kean is advocating for $560,000 in the FY25 appropriation process to benefit the Borough of Mount Arlington. The funding will be used for data collection and analysis of the sediment, surveying, engineering, regulatory requirements, and dredging of Memorial Pond. The dredging involves pumping the sediment through a pipeline into geotubes. This funding has passed the House Appropriations Committee.
"In our ongoing efforts to both protect and enhance our community’s natural resources, I am advocating for $560,000 in the FY25 appropriations to support vital renovations at Memorial Pond,” said Congressman Kean. “My recent tour and conversations with local stakeholders and leaders reinforced the importance this funding. These resources will be used for data collection, engineering assessments, and the dredging process itself. This project is not just about maintaining a beautiful space; it's about ensuring the ecological health of our environment for future generations. By investing in Memorial Pond, we are making a commitment to the well-being of the Borough of Mount Arlington and fostering a sustainable community."
“This is a fantastic project that will have a positive impact on the quality of the water, not only in Memorial Pond and at our town beach, but in Lake Hopatcong as a whole,” said Michael Stanzilis, Mayor of Mount Arlington Borough. “Congressman Kean has worked hard to protect the environment and the quality of water both in and around Lake Hopatcong and Mount Arlington.”
“We are incredibly grateful to Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. for visiting Lake Hopatcong and for his support of projects meant to improve the water quality of our lake, including the vital dredging of Memorial Pond in Mount Arlington,” said Kyle Richter, Executive Director of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation. “His commitment to protecting and preserving our natural resources ensures a healthier future for our community and the generations to come.”
Congressman Kean requested 15 projects in this year’s appropriation process. To view the full list, click HERE.
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