Martha Marx

SENATOR MARX THANKS STATE BOND COMMISSION AS ROCKY NECK STATE PARK RECEIVES $2.725 MILLION FOR FACILITY UPGRADES

Today, State Senator Martha Marx (D-New London) thanked the State Bond Commission and Governor Lamont for their investment in the 20th Senate District as the Commission approved a $2.725 million grant that will support upgrades at Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme.

“I am so proud that our local park, offering beautiful recreation opportunities to residents state-wide, will receive additional funding for important upgrades,” said Sen. Marx. “This will make sure Rocky Neck State Park remains a local landmark for decades to come. I’m grateful to Governor Lamont and the State Bond Commission for their consideration.”

“With a soft sandy beach, trails, and salt marsh viewing platforms, Rocky Neck State Park is a beautiful shoreline natural resource that has been protected for visitors to enjoy in perpetuity,” said Governor Ned Lamont, who serves as chairman of the State Bond Commission and sets its agenda. “We are releasing this state funding so that we can maintain its operations and keep its valuable amenities accessible to everyone for many more years.”

The State Bond Commission today approved a number of funding releases, including an allotment of $2.725 million for Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme. The funds are intended to support utility upgrades and replacements at the state park, which has significant infrastructure that is decades old and requires upgrades and repairs. This project will support a feasibility and design study, construction, and upgrades of systems at the state park such as sewer, electric and telecommunications. This work will allow for better availability of public amenities in the park.