Cape May Court House, NJ – County officials marked the start of construction Wednesday on a $21.5 million Justice Complex that will modernize facilities and centralize public safety and prosecutorial services.
The project calls for demolishing outdated buildings and constructing a new 37,000-square-foot facility, along with 9,600 square feet of renovations to existing structures. Plans also include landscaping and site improvements to create a secure campus for law enforcement and public safety operations.
The complex will house the County Prosecutor’s Office, providing greater efficiency and upgraded technology. It will also feature new barracks for the Public Safety Academy, with capacity for 108 cadets and room for expansion.
“Today we move forward with building a facility that meets the needs of our dedicated public safety personnel and strengthens the County’s ability to serve and protect our residents,” said Commissioner Director Leonard C. Desiderio. Commissioner Melanie Collette added that the investment “ensures that we have the capacity, security, and technology to meet the everchanging challenges facing law enforcement.”
The new complex will feature modern workspaces, energy-efficient utilities, and cutting-edge technology to support investigative, prosecutorial, and training functions. Ernest Bock & Sons has been selected as general contractor, with completion expected in 645 days.
A ceremonial groundbreaking marked the start of a project officials call a generational investment in county justice.
