Long Branch plans to build new accessible 500-foot long pier
The project isn't set to start until 2025.
Long Branch announced plans for a new fishing and pedestrian pier thanks to a $3.25 million grant from the state's Boardwalk Preservation Fund, the city announced on Wednesday.
The pier is expected to be about 500 feet long, will operate year-round and will be fully ADA accessible.
According to the city, Mayor John Pallone and the city council said they have always had a vision to bring back a prized destination in Long Branch by building a passive pier that is also fully ADA compliant.
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Mayor Pallone says the fishing pier will provide residents and visitors with access to deeper depths for fishing.
The project isn't set to start until 2025.
