A bill currently up for a vote in the Assembly would cap regional sewerage authorities’ ability to raise funds for system maintenance through user fees. New Jersey Future opposes the bill.
Water and Sewer
Bill Would Cap Sewerage Authorities’ Ability To Raise Funds for System Repairs
Thursday, January 4th, 2018Water Conference Urges Action From New Jersey’s New Administration
Wednesday, December 6th, 2017More than 300 people from across the water sector attended Jersey Water Works’ third annual conference, focused on priorities for the incoming Murphy administration.
A Year One Clean Water Agenda for the New Governor
Thursday, November 30th, 2017A group of public-sector, private-sector and nonprofit organizations has proposed Year One Clean Water Agenda for Governor-elect Phil Murphy, urging him to prioritize investment in clean water during the first year of his administration.
Smart-Growth Policy Priorities Well Represented on Murphy Transition Team
Monday, November 27th, 2017Smart-growth policy issues are well represented by the 15 experts now or formerly associated with New Jersey Future who have been named to the transition teams working with Governor-elect Phil Murphy.
A Rain Garden Grows in Harrison
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017Rain gardens planted at the public library in Harrison can absorb approximately 2,800 gallons of water per storm and as much as 38,000 gallons per year based on average rainfall.
Rain Garden Partnership in Newton Brings Learning Opportunity, Better Water Quality
Friday, November 3rd, 2017A new rain garden in Newton, developed through a three-way partnership, provides improved water quality and offers an example of effective use of green infrastructure to manage stormwater.
Newark–Philadelphia Study Visit Focuses on Implementing Green Infrastructure at Scale
Wednesday, September 27th, 2017Representatives from the City of Newark visited the Philadelphia Water Department to learn more about implementing green infrastructure at scale to help manage stormwater.
Gubernatorial Candidates on Key Issues Facing New Jersey
Tuesday, September 19th, 2017We asked the Democrat and Republican candidates for governor how they would approach some of the key issues the winner will face when he or she takes office. Here is what they said.
Lead in Drinking Water Results Ready for ‘Back to School’ Season
Thursday, August 31st, 2017This first analysis done at the statewide level shows that lead is present in drinking water in more than 300 schools in districts of all sizes and from all parts of New Jersey.
Sound Management, Transparency Key to Ensuring Reliable, Reasonably Priced Drinking Water
Monday, July 24th, 2017New Jersey Future’s statement on newly enacted legislation that will require water utilities to develop plans for regular maintenance and investment in their drinking water systems.