Update · October 20, 2026
West Milford Secures $250,000 in Federal Funding for Public Safety
West Milford, NJ — West Milford has secured $250,000 in federal Homeland Security funding to support upgrades to Police Department radio communications equipment and emergency response training.
Mayor Dale joined Congressman Josh Gottheimer and other local officials for the funding announcement. The latest award brings West Milford’s federal funding for public safety equipment and services to $3,934,000 since 2023.
The funding secured includes:
• $2.9 million in 2023 for first responder radio upgrades
• $750,000 in 2024 to help support police officer costs
• $34,000 for slip-on fire apparatus to strengthen wildfire response
• $250,000 in 2026 for communications upgrades and emergency response training
The funding supports public safety needs in West Milford, a township spanning more than 80 square miles and located entirely within the Highlands. The Township said pursuing federal funding helps provide essential equipment and services while reducing the need to rely on local property tax dollars.
Mayor Dale thanked Congressman Gottheimer for his support in securing federal funds for West Milford’s public safety needs.
Mayor Dale joined Congressman Josh Gottheimer and other local officials for the funding announcement. The latest award brings West Milford’s federal funding for public safety equipment and services to $3,934,000 since 2023.
The funding secured includes:
• $2.9 million in 2023 for first responder radio upgrades
• $750,000 in 2024 to help support police officer costs
• $34,000 for slip-on fire apparatus to strengthen wildfire response
• $250,000 in 2026 for communications upgrades and emergency response training
The funding supports public safety needs in West Milford, a township spanning more than 80 square miles and located entirely within the Highlands. The Township said pursuing federal funding helps provide essential equipment and services while reducing the need to rely on local property tax dollars.
Mayor Dale thanked Congressman Gottheimer for his support in securing federal funds for West Milford’s public safety needs.