Press Release 6/17/22

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced that he secured federal funding for South Plainfield in the Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security spending bill for Fiscal Year 2023. The House is expected to vote on the underlying legislation in the coming months. 

South Plainfield will receive $370,000 to modernize the emergency operations center. The funding will be used to replace equipment and upgrade the Communications and 9-1-1 Center used to coordinate police, fire, and EMS services during emergencies. These upgrades will ensure that first responders can work together more effectively and will increase their capability to respond to emergencies.

“I’m proud to announce today that I’ve secured federal funding for South Plainfield to modernize its emergency operations. The COVID-19 pandemic showed just how important our first responders are to our communities, and this funding will help them respond to emergencies more quickly,” said Pallone. “I’m looking forward to seeing this project move through the legislative process.”

“I am pleased the United States Congress recognized the need to allocate funds for South Plainfield’s Emergency Operations Center,” said South Plainfield Mayor Anesh. “Congressman Pallone’s Office and the South Plainfield Police worked well together to secure this Homeland Security grant to ensure the Borough’s 911 Communication Infrastructure continues to remain state-of-the-art for the safety and well-being of South Plainfield’s residents.”