Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Frank Pallone (6th District of New Jersey)
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) secured $850,000 in federal Community Project Funding in Fiscal Year 2026 to repair and replace the deteriorating retaining wall along Upper Prospect Road in Atlantic Highlands, a critical infrastructure project aimed at improving roadway safety and maintaining reliable access for residents and emergency services.
“This funding allows Atlantic Highlands to address a serious safety issue before it becomes an emergency,” said Pallone. “Repairing the Upper Prospect Road retaining wall protects drivers, preserves access for residents and first responders, and ensures this roadway remains safe and reliable for the community.”
The Upper Prospect Road retaining wall supports a key roadway serving a residential neighborhood and is essential to maintaining safe vehicular passage. Recent inspections have identified significant structural deterioration across multiple sections of the wall, raising concerns about potential failure if repairs are not made. A collapse could disrupt traffic, limit access for emergency responders, and isolate nearby homes.
“The Borough of Atlantic Highlands is grateful for the assistance Congressman Frank Pallone has always provided in securing federal funds. It is integral to the long-term safety and sustainability of the municipality that its infrastructure is maintained and repaired when needed. The overall municipality will benefit from these improvements to the Upper Prospect Road retaining wall. We are thankful to have a congressman who always looks out for the interests of the constituents in New Jersey’s 6thcongressional district, which includes our beautiful and historic borough of Atlantic Highlands,” Mayor Lori Hohenleitner.
The project will replace the failing sections of the retaining wall to stabilize the roadway and reduce the risk of future damage. The improvements are intended to protect public safety and support the long-term resilience of local infrastructure.
The Upper Prospect Road retaining wall project was requested by Pallone through the Fiscal Year 2026 federal appropriations process, which allows members of the U.S. House to direct Community Project Funding toward high-priority local infrastructure needs.
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