New Jersey Turnpike Authority Meeting - 9/22/2026

The New Jersey Turnpike Authority held a regular meeting on September 22, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related items were discussed and approved. Key agenda items included the authorization to renew the authority's cyber liability insurance program for one year at a cost not to exceed $1,576,970, and entering into a memorandum of agreement with the New Jersey Department of Health for inspections of retail food establishments on the Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, valued at up to $977,000. The board also approved supplements to professional services contracts totaling $3 million for construction supervision and design services, as well as the purchase of environmental mitigation credits for $2.8 million. Additionally, a $12 million settlement related to a personal injury claim was authorized, with the authority contributing $5 million. The meeting included discussion of a project labor agreement (PLA) for the Hudson County bridge construction project, which will set employment terms for contractors. The board reviewed a $3.58 billion two-year capital plan and emphasized coordination with other state transportation agencies. Several construction contract progress and change order reports were acknowledged, and the board voted unanimously to approve all procurement and contract items presented. The meeting also addressed public concerns about toll violation dispute processes and included an executive session to discuss litigation matters.