Two Somerset County municipalities are considering taking smart-growth initiatives to revitalize their local economies.
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Smart Growth in the Somerset Hills
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016Conference Pinpoints Water as Defining Issue for Next Generation
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015The inaugural New Jersey Urban Water Conference outlined the challenges and opportunities in upgrading New Jersey’s inadequate urban water infrastructure. The new collaborative Jersey Water Works was officially introduced.
Introducing Jersey Water Works!
Tuesday, December 15th, 2015Stakeholders from a variety of sectors have come together to form a new collaborative focused on transforming the inadequate water infrastructure in New Jersey’s cities and towns.
New Jersey Future Celebrates George Pruitt
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2015At a New Jersey Future reception, elected officials, friends and supporters came together on Oct. 29 to honor Dr. George Pruitt of Thomas Edison State College.
NJ Spotlight on Cities: Successful Development Requires a Community’s Blessing
Monday, October 26th, 2015In a panel discussion at a conference on New Jersey’s cities, three developers explore what makes urban redevelopment successful.
New Driver for Downtown Economic Development in Trenton
Monday, October 19th, 2015Trenton mayor announces a new collaborative economic-development entity that will help to spark downtown redevelopment in the city.
Can Somerset County Attract Millennials?
Thursday, July 30th, 2015A report from a studio class at the Bloustein School examines Somerset County’s opportunities to attract Millennials.
Making Our Coastline Both Resilient and Prosperous
Wednesday, July 8th, 2015At a recent seminar, experts outlined ways that coastal areas can grow and prosper while enhancing their resilience to future climate threats.
New Report Highlights National Trend: Corporations Are Investing Downtown
Thursday, June 18th, 2015A new report highlights corporations that have focused on downtown for relocation or expansion, and offers strategies for urban areas that want to attract corporate investment.
Millennials, ‘Alternative’ Economy Shape Downtown Redevelopment Trends
Monday, June 15th, 2015At Downtown New Jersey’s annual conference, the focus was on the way Millennials and alternative economies are transforming traditional downtowns.