A bill introduced in the House of Representatives by several New Jersey legislators would, if passed, direct additional aid to Sandy-stricken communities in the state.
Local Planning
Bill To Increase Aid to Sandy-Stricken Communities Introduced in Congress
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013New Report Highlights Fiscal Benefits of Smart-Growth Development
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013A new report indicates that, regardless of the differences among municipalities, smart-growth-style development always provides a better return on public investment than traditional low-density development.
Avoid Penny-wise, Pound-foolish Approach to Resiliency
Thursday, May 16th, 2013Modest initiatives in planning can help future-proof communities against tomorrow’s extreme weather. Federal Sandy recovery funds should cover these investments.
Cluster Development Bill Sails through the Assembly
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013New Jersey Assembly overwhelmingly approves the cluster development bill, which could see a Senate vote as soon as May 13.
Sandy Recovery Action Plan Doesn’t Commit to Resiliency Planning, Sustainability
Monday, April 29th, 2013Gov. Christie’s Sandy Recovery Action Plan doesn’t include funds, or a requirement, for long-term resiliency planning. Without those, New Jersey’s rebuilding efforts will not prepare the state sufficiently for the next major weather disaster.
Concern Expressed Over Lack of Planning Funds in Sandy Recovery Action Plan
Thursday, April 4th, 2013Concerns over Gov. Christie’s Sandy Recovery Action Plan include insufficient funds for planning, too little assistance for low-income renters.
Forum Roundup: The Balancing Act Between Ports and Their Hosts
Thursday, April 4th, 2013The differing needs that ports have from their host municipalities leads to an ongoing balancing act across multiple jurisdictions.
Incorporating Health Into All Policies
Monday, April 1st, 2013An effort to incorporate public health impacts into all policies can result in smarter transportation and local land-use planning.
Forum Roundup: Creative Housing Solutions for Changing Demographics
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013At this Redevelopment Forum session, speakers emphasized that changing demographics will mean municipalities will need to plan for changing housing needs.
Smart Growth Awards 2013 Winners Announced
Monday, March 25th, 2013Four innovative projects and three visionary plans comprise the list of winners of New Jersey Future’s 2013 Smart Growth Awards.