Kean Secures $1.25 Million for Water Infrastructure in Sparta

October 6, 2026 Press Release (October 6, 2026) SPARTA, NJ – Yesterday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ‑07) presented $400,000 to Sparta Township to support critical upgrades at the White Deer Plaza Pump Station, improving both surface and groundwater quality. Furthermore, Congressman Kean is advocating for an additional $850,000 to help the township replace aging lead service lines and strengthen its drinking water infrastructure. Together, these investments will enhance public health, modernize essential systems, and ensure long‑term reliability for Sparta residents. “Strong water infrastructure is essential to keep our communities running,” said Congressman Kean. “That is why I fought to secure these federal funds to support both the pump station upgrades and the lead service line replacements to protect the health and safety of Sparta Township residents by ensuring high-quality water infrastructure for decades to come.” “Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. has been instrumental in securing federal grant funding for Sparta Township pump station improvements and lead service line replacement projects,” said Sparta Township Deputy Mayor Michael Sylvester . “Considering Sparta’s current financial challenges, we are all especially grateful for his continued support in helping Sparta obtain funds for these important projects. These funds will provide meaningful benefits to our community and help ensure that we continue to invest in Sparta’s future.” “Protecting water quality and public health requires an ongoing commitment and continuous investment. Thanks to Congressman Kean, Sparta is on track to receive over a million dollars in federal funding to upgrade vital infrastructure,” said Sussex County Commissioner Jack DeGroot . “These critical projects will directly improve water quality and protect the health of our residents. We thank Congressman Kean for securing these funds and ensuring Sparta remains a safe, vibrant place to live.” “I want to thank Congressman Kean for all his hard work on behalf of Sparta,” said Sparta Township Councilman Mark Scott . “This grant will help Sparta replace and rebuild critical parts of our water system. Congressman Kean has always been a friend of Sparta, Sussex County, and the state of New Jersey.” Since taking office, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. has secured more than $14.5 million for water infrastructure in New Jersey’s Seventh Congressional District through the Community Project Funding process. All 15 projects that Congressman Kean won for NJ-07 through the FY2026 Community Project Funding process, including the improvements to the White Deer Plaza Pump Station, are now law. View the full list of projects HERE . In July, Congressman Kean announced that 18 Community Project Funding requests made by his office totaling $17,765,906 , including $850,000 for Sparta, are included in key House funding bills for the upcoming fiscal year. Learn more HERE . Image Pictured from left to right: Congressman Tom Kean, Jr., Sparta Township Deputy Mayor Michael Sylvester, Sussex County Commissioner David Silverthorne, Sussex County Commissioner Jack DeGroot, Sparta Township Councilman Mark Scott, Councilwoman Marjory Murphy, Municipal Engineer Cory Stoner, and Assemblyman Mike Inganamort ###