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Honorable Chris Christie State of New Jersey Office of the Governor P.O. Box 001 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Dear Governor Christie: As Governor of the State of New Jersey, I am asking for your support in a matter of critical importance. The Township of Fairfield has long been plagued by the flood waters of the Passaic River. In the last four years, 2007, 2010, the spring of 2011 and Hurricane Irene, over 1,000 homes and businesses were impacted, many with repeat damage, with total damages estimated over $115,000,000. A Commission initiated by The Governor and supported by Congressman Pascrell recently released their findings and recommendations with regard to flooding in the Passaic River Basin. I am extremely disappointed, as well as appalled, by the fact a 56 page document failed to mention at any time the Township of Fairfield, nor did it suggest any remediation, short or long term to address our situation. The problem is of a magnitude that financially prohibits the Township from solving it, and as my representative I feel it is incumbent that you become involved. Whether the solutions are immediate or long term, you have the responsibility as my representative to engage the appropriate parties to continue the work of the Commission, and they must recognize and include the Township of Fairfield in the discussion. We cannot wait for the next catastrophic storm to dislocate us and destroy our homes. We were assured that the “days of throwing money at more studies were over” and that for the first time we would witness some meaningful action to address the flooding. This taxpayer feels that we are back to business as usual, with more recommendations for studies and no flood relief in sight for us! The time for action is now and I implore you to initiate and support any and all measures that can allow us to remain in our homes without fear of the inevitable future flooding. We would welcome your attendance at a meeting here in our community, and I eagerly await your response. Very truly yours, .

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