Government & Local Municipalities
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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approximately 37,000 dedicated Civilians and Soldiers delivering engineering services to customers in more than 130 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability as a guiding principle, our disciplined Corps team is working diligently to strengthen our Nation’s security by building and maintaining America’s infrastructure and providing military facilities where our servicemembers train, work and live. We are also researching and developing technology for our war fighters while protecting America’s interests abroad by using our engineering expertise to promote stability and improve quality of life.
We are energizing the economy by dredging America’s waterways to support the movement of critical commodities and providing recreation opportunities at our campgrounds, lakes and marinas.
And by devising hurricane and storm damage reduction infrastructure, we are reducing risks from disasters.
Our men and women are protecting and restoring the Nation’s environment including critical efforts in the Everglades, the Louisiana coast, and along many of our Nation’s major waterways. The Corps is also cleaning sites contaminated with hazardous, toxic or radioactive waste and material in an effort to sustain the environment.
Through deeds, not words, we are BUILDING STRONG.
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Specializing in Carneys Point Township Economic Development
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Jody Veler, Mayor
Ben Angeli, City Administrator/Clerk
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Providing programs and services to improve your quality of life.
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Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm Employment and Training
All programs are offered at no cost to New Jersey residents who possess legal citizenship and meet basic core and self-directed service criteria.
Offering Job Seekers: Individualized Job Search & Placement Services, Specialized Skills Development Programs, Job Readiness Training & Instruction, Skill & Aptitude Assessments, Career Counseling, and Basic Education Programs.
Offering Employers: Job Posting & placement Events & Services, Candidate Pre-screening, Employee Training, New Employee On-the-Job Training, Centralized Business Resources, and Tax Credit Certification.
Offering Veterans: Compensation, Pension & Survivors Benefits, Annual Military Service Medal Ceremony, County Veterans’ Cemetery Registration & Management, and Community Outreach & Education.
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Local government and Registrar of Vital Statistics
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am – 12noon and 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Wednesday 9am – 3pm
Friday 9am – 12noon
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The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) grows the state’s economy and increases equitable access to opportunity by supporting high-quality job creation, catalyzing investment, and fostering vibrant, inclusive community development.
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Public Library
Days/Hours: Monday – Tuesday – Thursday 10am – 7 pm
Friday 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday 10am – 2 pm
Closed Wednesday & Sunday
Library Card Information
New Pennville Resident Cards – $5.00
Replacement Cards – $3.00
Non-Pennsville Resident cards – $20.00 (within Salem Country)
Non-Resident cards- $50.00 (outside Salem County)
Current NJ driver’s license or NJ state ID with street address required. No PO Boxes.
Annual Renewal Fee:
$2.00 for Adults, $1.00 for children: ID required
General Policies
- The Circulation Desk and Public Computers close ten minutes before the library closes.
- Patron may not lend their Pennsville Public Library card to non-members.
- Parents may use a minor’s card to borrow material.
- Lost cards require current ID and $3 to replace.
- Patron card holders must present current library card to borrow and renew items or to register for internet. Staff can not search database, and if you do not have your card for internet, you must be charged $2.00 as per the Internet Registration policy.
- Children 7 and under must remain with an adult or caregiver (14 and over).
For the first two weeks, patrons may borrow two books (print or CD/cassette books). After two weeks, privileges will include up to 50 items in combinations as stated below:
Borrowing Combinations
| Fiction, reg. | 2 weeks/2 renewals | No limit |
| Non-fiction, reg. | 2 weeks/2 renewals | 5 subject per household |
| New books | 2 weeks/no renewals | 5 books per card |
| Series (YA/Juv.) | 2 weeks/2 renewals | 5 per same series |
| Magazines | 1 week/no renewal | 10 per card |
| Playaways/Audiobooks | 2 weeks/2 renewals | 4 per card |
| DVD** and/or VHS | 1 week/no renewal or transfer* | 4 per household |
| Music CDs | 1 week/no renewal | 4 per card |
| ILL / Holds Books | 2 weeks/1 renewal*** | 5 ILLs per card inc. media |
| ILL DVDs/CDs | 1 week/no renewal | 5 ILLs per card inc. books |
| Kinderkits | 30 days/no renewal or transfer* | 1 per card (age 18 & up) |
* Transfer = using card in same household to re-check an item
** DVDs = R-rated DVDs may be borrowed by patrons 16 and older only
*** ILL renewals are at the discretion of the lending libraries. Some do not allow renewals.
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Local Government
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The Economic Development department serves as an agent of synergy and support for Salem County.
Salem County is the gateway to New Jersey! Located in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, it is in close proximity to major business markets such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City, and Wilmington, Delaware – the County is connected to these business sectors through major highways including the NJ Turnpike, Interstate 295, US Route 40, NJ Route 55, and the Delaware Memorial Bridge. With a vast array of natural resources and open spaces, a stable farming community, a rich legacy of historical places, and a strong economic job base, Salem County offers endless opportunities and resources for businesses.
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Executive Director – Julie Acton
Office Number 856-935-7900 ext. 15
Human Resources – Casie Garton
Office Number 856-935-7900 ext. 16
Accounts Payable/Purchasing – Michele Gamber
Office Number-856-935-7900 ext. 19
Keeping Salem County Beautiful
The Salem County Improvement Authority (SCIA) is dedicated to providing safe, environmentally compliant, and affordable solid waste management, recycling assistance, and education for the Salem County community.
The Landfill is an important public asset and public service operated by SCIA utilizing best management practices and sound business judgment.
SCIA also promotes responsible community recycling and road clean-up efforts. We have a beautiful county and our goal is to keep it that way! We have natural beauty that must be maintained so generations that follow us can appreciate the wonders of Salem County.
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Committed to Serving Salem County Residents
The Salem County Board of Social Services (SCBSS) was created to serve the citizens of Salem County. Our mission is to administer Federal and State public assistance programs in a competent, compassionate and efficient manner. Our goal is to meet the needs of our clients through the prudent use of public funds and ensure that those people who qualify for benefits receive them.
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Providing comprehensive economic development planning for four county region. Assisting with grant applications and grant administration, links to funding sources, redevelopment studies and planning, and general technical assistance to counties, municipalities and the business community.
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The Southern New Jersey Development Council functions as a Government Affairs Liaison and Economic Development Advocate.
The professional SNJDC staff work on behalf of its membership and the southern eight counties of New Jersey in order to create a better economic environment in the region. Acting as the unified voice of South Jersey, the Development Council:
- Routinely hosts popular events
- Distributes membership wide publications
- Tracks bills in the state legislature
- Researches development of construction projects
- Arranges meetings with member organizations and elected officials
- Disseminates member organizations’ news/announcements
Our membership is comprised of key leaders and decision-makers from the public and private sectors. SNJDC represents organizations among 30 broad business types, including casino/gaming industry development, education, engineers, the health care industry, transportation, and tourism. SNJDC is proud to contribute to our region’s growth by working cooperatively with the region’s county economic development directors in serving as Southern New Jersey’s “Unified Voice for Progress.”
As a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization the SNJDC relies on its membership for funding. Therefore, SNJDC requires an annual contribution from its membership for the continuation of Council services.
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9-5
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USDA Rural Development supports rural prosperity in New Jersey by investing in modern infrastructure such as high-speed internet and water and waste treatment systems. We help eligible rural New Jerseyans buy or rent affordable housing, and we can partner with you to build or improve essential community facilities such as hospitals, libraries, and schools. We boost rural economic development by funding technical assistance for small business owners and entrepreneurs, helping them design robust business plans, find new markets, and promote their goods and services. We also help eligible businesses and manufacturers expand or improve, and we support energy programs that finance renewable systems for agriculture and industry. Because so many of our employees live and work in the very communities we serve, the USDA Rural Development mission is personal to us. It’s this commitment to our neighbors that sets us apart.