New Jersey transportation officials have proposed a budget that includes $2.6 billion for the state’s Department of Transportation for fiscal year 2014 as part of a plan that focuses on maintaining existing infrastructure and easing congestion.
The proposal includes $1 billion to rehabilitate the Pulaski Skyway, a 3.5-mile bridge and causeway carrying U.S. routes 1 and 9 in Northern New Jersey, Gov. Chris Christie (R) said in a statement.
It would also put $900 million toward safety improvements at the intersection of Interstate 295, I-76 and N.J. Route 42 in Camden County and $787 million to repair and upgrade state and local bridges.
“The program includes funding for a range of initiatives, from major construction projects that will support economic growth for generations to come, to carefully targeted efforts that improve safety and the quality of life for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists at the community level,” NJDOT commissioner James Simpson said.
Christie also sought $1.2 billion for the state’s transit system, for a total $3.8 billion transportation budget for 2014. About half the funds would come from the state with the rest coming from the federal government.
