A snip of a purple ribbon by Asbury Park's Mayor Ed Johnson (center) signifies the completion of repair and reconstruction of the city's boardwalk, which was damaged by Hurricane Sandy last October. Mayor Johnson is joined, from left to right, by Congressman Frank Pallone Jr., Senator Robert Menendez, Deputy Mayor Don Loffredo, City Manager Terry Reidy and Freeholder John P. Curley. FEMA's Public Assistance grant program provided a portion of the funds for the project in addition to donations from local businesses and state and local sources. Photo by Sharon Karr/FEMA