Ocean County Receives Record $273K Grant for Litter Cleanup and Environmental Protection
Ocean County, NJ Clean Communities Grant was $273,576.97 this year. The state’s highest county payment. New Jersey cleans up trash and protects Barnegat Bay with this money.
Many environmental and community cleanup activities will benefit from the funding. Programs reduce littering, clean up waste, and educate. The Ocean County Department of Solid Waste Management may clean up towns and safeguard rivers with this money.
Ocean County received $1.86 million in Clean Communities cleanup funds. Funding increased for the county. County and local governments collaborate to keep tourism areas clean and safe.
1986 Clean Communities Program is funded by waste taxes. The program’s main goals are litter cleanup, education, and enforcement to promote environmental stewardship.
Ocean County received New Jersey’s largest Clean Communities Grant for 2025, indicating its environmental and health commitment. Ocean County funds waste cleanup and community outreach to improve the environment for future generations.
Sources
Ocean County Press Release co.ocean.nj.us
Magic 98.3 News Magic 98.3 FM
Ocean County Leader Ocean County Leader
