Tag Archives: PressReleases

Governor Christie Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Arrival Of Winter Storm

Posted on January 23, 2016 by readynj

Trenton, NJ – With Winter Storm Jonas expected to arrive in New Jersey tonight, Governor Chris Christie declared a State of Emergency, authorizing the State Director of Emergency Management to activate and coordinate the preparation, response and recovery efforts for the … Continue reading →

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FEMA SELECTS OVER $37 MILLION IN NJ FMA & PDM APPLICATIONS, MORE THAN ANY OTHER STATE

Posted on November 14, 2015 by readynj

West Trenton, NJ – And the envelope please… The winner is New Jersey Office of Emergency Management’s (NJOEM) Hazard Mitigation Unit with almost $38 million in FEMA mitigation grant projects selected in a competitive application process. That amount is more … Continue reading →

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FEMA and State Schedule Briefings On Disaster Assistance

Posted on July 29, 2015 by readynj

NJ Office of Emergency Management Colonel Rick Fuentes                          Major Jeffrey  Mottley Superintendent, New Jersey State Police State Director of Emergency Management Commanding Officer, Emergency Management FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEMA External AffairsPhyllis Deroian (732) 216-5810NJOEM PIO Laura … Continue reading →

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Governor Chris Christie Announces Federal Disaster Aid Approved for Four New Jersey Counties for Storm Damage Incurred from June 23rd Macroburst

Posted on July 23, 2015 by readynj

Governor Chris Christie Announces Federal Disaster Aid Approved for Four New Jersey Counties for Storm Damage Incurred from June 23rd Macroburst Federal Government Approves Public Assistance for Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester For Immediate Release Wednesday, July 22, 2015 Contact: … Continue reading →

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New Jersey Office of Emergency Management Seeking Public Comment on NJ State Hazard Mitigation Plan

Posted on March 11, 2014 by readynj

Plan Outlines Measures for Hazard Risk Reduction, Improved Disaster Resilience Link to Press Release

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Camden And Hunterdon Disaster Recovery Centers To Close

Posted on November 26, 2012 by readynj

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NJ Dept of Banking and Insurance Will Staff Mobile Offices Thursday to Provide Information and Take Consumers’ Complaints

Posted on November 14, 2012 by readynj

Christie Administration Announces That Department of Banking and Insurance Will Staff Mobile Offices Thursday to Provide Information and Take Consumers’ Complaints For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Wednesday, November 14, 2012 Kevin … Continue reading →

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Department of Education Launches Hotline for Families Displaced by Hurricane Sandy

Posted on November 14, 2012 by readynj

Department of Education Launches Hotline for Families Displaced by Hurricane Sandy Hotline Number 609-292-2070 Provides Families with Personal Guidance About Available Schooling Options For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Tuesday, Nove… Continue reading →

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IF YOU ARE ALREADY ENROLLED IN THE SNAP PROGRAM, THERE IS FOOD ASSISTANCE

Posted on November 10, 2012 by readynj

Trenton, NJ – The Christie Administration today announced the approval of federal waivers that will make food assistance available to recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Read More… http://nj.gov/governor/news/news… Continue reading →

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Christie Administration Working With Storm-Affected Counties and Municipalities to Ensure Safe and Environmentally Responsible Debris Removal

Posted on November 9, 2012 by readynj

Trenton, NJ – The Christie Administration and the Department of Environmental Protection are taking a series of actions to ensure that the massive volume of debris and trash resulting from Hurricane Sandy is removed from storm-affected areas effic… Continue reading →

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SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE DEBRIS REMOVAL PLAN ANNOUNCED

Posted on November 9, 2012 by readynj

Christie Administration Working With Storm-Affected Counties and Municipalities to Ensure Safe and Environmentally Responsible Debris Removal For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Friday, November 9, 2012 Kevin Roberts 609-777-2600 Trent… Continue reading →

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Christie Administration Agrees to Local Plan to Allow Return to Barrier Island Communities

Posted on November 9, 2012 by readynj

Christie Administration Agrees to Local Plan to Allow Return to Barrier Island Communities Residents, Business Owners Will Begin Return to Long Beach Island Towns Starting Tomorrow Morning Under Mayors’ Plan For Immediate Release Contact: Michael … Continue reading →

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Christie Administration Urges Driver Safety and Precautions During Severe Weather

Posted on November 7, 2012 by readynj

Christie Administration Urges Driver Safety and Precautions During Severe Weather Trenton, NJ – Colonel Rick Fuentes, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police and Director of the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, is reminding the pub… Continue reading →

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Port Authority Continues Limited PATH Service

Posted on November 6, 2012 by readynj

Port Authority Continues Limited PATH Service CONTACT: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 212-435-7777 For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Tuesday, November 6, 2012 Kevin Roberts 609-777-2600 Trenton, NJ – The Port Authority of … Continue reading →

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Individual Assistance Extended to All 21 Counties

Posted on November 6, 2012 by readynj

Governor Chris Christie Announces FEMA Individual Assistance Extended to All 21 New Jersey Counties For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Tuesday, November 6, 2012 Kevin Roberts 609-777-2600 Trenton, NJ – Governor Chris Christie today an… Continue reading →

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Christie Administration Urges Precautions on Use of Alternative Heating Devices During Extended Power Outages

Posted on November 5, 2012 by readynj

Trenton, NJ – As temperatures become colder, households without electricity are turning to home heating alternatives, which can be dangerous if not properly used. As a result, New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Richard E… Continue reading →

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Christie Administration Reminds Consumers, Municipalities to be On Alert for Post-Sandy Home Repair Scams

Posted on November 5, 2012 by readynj

Trenton, NJ – Governor Chris Christie, Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa, and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs today reminded consumers and municipalities to be on high alert for fly-by-night, unregistered, and dishonest home improveme… Continue reading →

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IRS News Releases on Relief for Hurricane Sandy Victims

Posted on November 5, 2012 by readynj

Please find a series of IRS news releases describing the tax relief for the victims in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut of last week’s super storm. IR-2012-83 – “IRS Provides Tax Relief to Victims of Hurricane Sandy; Return Filing and Tax Paym… Continue reading →

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FEMA PUBLIC ASSISTANCE – FOR ALL 21 COUNTIES

Posted on November 5, 2012 by readynj

Please note: Public Assistance Program funding is available to state and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work and the repair or replacement of facilities damaged by Hurri… Continue reading →

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New Jersey National Guard Working with FEMA to Provide Fuel to First Responders and Utility Crews

Posted on November 4, 2012 by readynj

New Jersey National Guard Working with FEMA to Provide Fuel to First Responders and Utility Crews For Immediate Release Contact: Michael Drewniak Sunday, November 4, 2012 Kevin Roberts 609-777-2600 Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey Army National Guard … Continue reading →

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