Sustainable Jersey selected the Borough of Hawthorne as one of 32 NJ municipalities to
receive a grant funded by the PSEG Foundation.
Hawthorne was the recipient of a $20,000 grant. Grants are intended to
help municipalities make progress toward a sustainable future.
"Gateway to the Passaic River" - Hawthorne will install a rain garden along a popular
walkway the provides residents with access to the Passaic River for numerous
recreational activities. The rain garden will serve as a stormwater demonstration project
and provide ample educational opportunities.