While it remains unclear whether Surf City will benefit from beach replenishment in the near future, Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-N.J. 2nd Dist.) has a long-term plan to ensure permanent and reliable funding for nourishment projects across the nation.
“His plans need bipartisan support to move forward,” Surf City Councilwoman Jacqueline Siciliano said last week, adding Van Drew wants to create a trust fund generated by revenues from leases of Outer Continental Shelf projects.
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