Comments on SFY24 Drinking Water and Clean Water Intended Use Plans Submitted on Behalf of the Asset Management and Finance Committee of the Jersey Water Works Collaborative Every day we depend on drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems to deliver essential services. But much of the underlying infrastructure requires significant investment to be brought into… Continue reading Comments on SFY24 Drinking Water and Clean Water Intended Use Plans
Topic: Affordability
New Jersey Capital Investment Infographic
This infographic accompanies the guest blog, New Jersey’s Capital Investment: A JerseyWaterCheck Data Story.
Tapping Into the Water Assistance Program for Low Income Households
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Key Points Made at Eighth Annual Jersey Water Works Conference
Community member, Monica Shaw, pictured with NJDEP Commissioner Shawn LaTourette. For a group of stakeholders from New Jersey and neighboring states, coming together is an essential part of finding solutions around water infrastructure and stormwater management. The Jersey Water Works (JWW) conference offers an opportunity for such connections to happen in person. This year marked… Continue reading Key Points Made at Eighth Annual Jersey Water Works Conference
Jersey Water Works to Hold a Workshop on NJ’s Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program
“As part of their 2022 conference, Jersey Water Works will host a virtual session on the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), which assists low-income households and families in paying water and wastewater bills.”
Aid Is Available For NJ Families Struggling To Pay Water, Sewer Bills
“Thousands of New Jersey families account for about $200 million in overdue water and sewer bills, putting them at risk of water shutoffs or even loss of their homes,” said Larry Levine, director of urban water infrastructure at the Natural Resources Defense Council. “Many of these families are eligible for grants to pay off those… Continue reading Aid Is Available For NJ Families Struggling To Pay Water, Sewer Bills
Jersey Water Works Conference to Address Key Water Infrastructure Issues, Dec. 2 at The War Memorial
“State and national experts will convene in New Jersey’s state capital to discuss innovative solutions for building resilient water systems across the state, around issues including the implementation of green infrastructure, the new combined sewer overflow (CSO) permits, water affordability programs, and a diverse and equitable water workforce.”
New Jersey’s Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Webinar
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Affordability of Residential Drinking Water and Sewer Utility Services
An analysis of New Jersey estimates water and sewer costs pose affordability concerns for roughly one-fifth of all households. Nationally, the residential household costs of drinking water and sewer utility services have been increasing faster than the consumer price index (inflation) and faster than median household incomes since the 1980s. What was once a minor… Continue reading Affordability of Residential Drinking Water and Sewer Utility Services
Jersey Water Works Statement on Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Address
TRENTON, March 8, 2022 — Jersey Water Works (JWW) Co-chairs Nicole Miller and Andy Kricun released the following statements on Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Address: “Jersey Water Works is grateful for the Murphy administration’s commitment to making life more affordable for New Jersey residents,” said JWW Co-chair Nicole Miller. “Our shared goal of… Continue reading Jersey Water Works Statement on Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Address