JACKSON – The township has secured $204,000 in federal funding through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, a U.S. Department of Transportation initiative aimed at reducing traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
Township officials said the grant was obtained under the leadership of Jennifer Kuhn, who took a hands-on role in guiding the competitive application process. According to the township, Kuhn organized an internal team, scheduled regular coordination meetings and maintained consistent follow-up to meet federal requirements.
The funding reflects the current administration’s push to actively pursue outside revenue and bring federal dollars back to Jackson Township for local projects, officials said.
The Safe Streets and Roads for All program, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, supports data-driven planning efforts designed to improve safety for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, seniors and people with disabilities. Grant funds are typically used for crash data analysis, public engagement and the development of roadway safety strategies.
With the award, the township plans to begin a comprehensive safety planning process that may include reviewing crash patterns, identifying high-risk roads and intersections, gathering community input and creating a prioritized safety action plan. Officials said the work will also position the township to apply for future federal funding to implement roadway and traffic safety improvements.
Council President Mordechai Burnstein credited the mayor’s involvement with the successful application, saying the funding will help the township take meaningful steps toward safer roads.
Township officials are expected to review next steps at an upcoming grant coordination meeting, including finalizing the award agreement and working with the Federal Highway Administration to formally launch the project.
