Cumberland County Improvement Authority

Check out the new Community Environmental
Enhancement Grant Program

Fire Training Center

Completed in 1996, the Maxfield B. Wallen Fire and EMS Training Center provides Cumberland County fire, rescue, and law enforcement personnel with a facility for live action training. It was the first major capital improvement project completed by the Improvement Authority.

Third Fridays / Arts District - More Information

The Cumberland County Improvement Authority welcomes art lovers of all kinds to visit our office on 3rd Fridays to experience what Millville was like in the early 1900’s. The Authority recently renovated the old Millville National Bank building, located on the corner of Main Street (Route 49) and High Street. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of celebrating the arts every 3rd Friday from 6 pm to 9pm.

Click here for current show information.

Participate in the Third Friday Challenge!

Visit the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, or any of the main galleries on High Street and ask about the Third Friday Challenge. Each Third Friday we have a check-off list with the names and addresses of participating galleries and businesses. Visit these locations and have your card initialed to qualify for a special drawing.

Bring your friends and family for an evening that everyone can enjoy. Browse the galleries, shop, grab a bite to eat and experience the revitalization that is happening in downtown Millville.

FREE POPCORN TO ALL VISITORS ON THIRD FRIDAYS

Future Plans
The Improvement Authority is currently involved in a variety of projects to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of Cumberland County. Projects in various stages of completion include redevelopment initiatives in Millville and Bridgeton, and regional public transportation.

AMERICORPS NEW JERSEY
WATERSHED AMBASSADORS PROGRAM

The NJ Watershed Ambassadors Program addresses diverse environmental needs of the state by raising awareness about New Jersey’s watersheds. The purpose of the program is to improve water quality by exploring the relationships between people and the environment, nurturing community-based environmental activities and empowering residents to make responsible and informed decisions regarding their watershed.

Through this program, 20 AmeriCorps members are placed in watershed management areas across the state at host agency sites. Over the course of 1,700 hours, members assist the NJDEP in monitoring the rivers of New Jersey through visual and biological assessment volunteer monitoring programs. Members train community volunteers to participate in these monitoring programs. Through audio visual presentations, members provide information to community organizations and schools, in order to have an informed citizenry about water and watershed issues in New Jersey.

If you are interested in MAKING A DIFFERENCE, please send resumes and cover letters to

Akili H. Lynn
AmeriCorps Program Manager
NJ Watershed Ambassador Program
401 East State Street
PO Box 418
Trenton, NJ 08625
Phone: 609-777-1406
Fax: 609-292-0687
Email: Akili.Lynn@dep.state.nj.us
http://www.nj.gov/dep/watershedmgt/ambassadors_index.htm

NJ Watershed Ambassadors is an AmeriCorps program. To learn more about AmeriCorps, please visit http://www.americorps.gov

AMERICORPS NEW JERSEY
WATERSHED AMBASSADORS PROGRAM

NJ's Watershed Management Areas

WMA 1 - Upper Delaware
WMA 2 - Walkill
WMA 3 - Pompton, Pequannock, Wanaque
WMA 4 - Lower Passaic & Saddle River
WMA 5 - Hackensack, Hudson & Pascack
WMA 6 - Upper & Mid Passaic, Whippany & Rockaway
WMA 7 - Arthur Kill
WMA 8 - North & South Branch Raritan
WMA 9 - Lower Raritan, South River & Lawrence

WMA 10 - Millstone
WMA 11 - Central Delaware Tributaries
WMA 12 – Monmouth
WMA 13 - Barnegat Bay
WMA 14 – Mullica
WMA 15 - Great Egg Harbor
WMA 16 - Cape May
WMA 17 - Maurice, Salem, Cohansey
WMA 18 - Lower Delaware
WMA 19 - Rancocas Creek

Program Logistics:

• The program will commence mid September.

• Members will complete 1700 hours of service in a one year period and receive a living stipend of $11,100 over the course of their term of service.

• Upon completion of the program, members will receive a $4,725 educational award, which can be used to pay off student loans or for further education.

• Members are eligible for health benefits during their term of service.

• Members will receive training prior to and throughout their term of service.

• The job duties include both field work and environmental education components.

• Great first job in the environmental field!

YOUR WORLD, YOUR CHANCE TO MAKE IT BETTER!