Two recent articles highlight the difficulties many New Jersey towns have in making themselves accommodating to older residents.
Local Planning
Transportation, Housing Improvements Needed To Make New Jersey Towns More Aging-Friendly
Wednesday, August 12th, 2015Can 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.
Two New Transit Villages Named, Including Second Bus-Centered Designation
Friday, July 10th, 2015The state’s 29th and 30th Transit Villages have been designated, including the second one anchored by a bus terminal.
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.
Survey Will Gather Input on Health Effects of Flooding in Hoboken
Wednesday, July 1st, 2015A survey will assess the health impacts on Hoboken residents of repeated flooding. The results will be presented to the city to use in evaluating alternative solutions.
New Jersey Moves to Final Round in National Disaster Resiliency Competition
Monday, June 29th, 2015New Jersey has reached the final round of the National Disaster Resilience Competition, and has been invited to move forward to the second and final phase.
New Study Shines a Light on Mixed-Income Housing Around New Jersey’s Transit Stations
Monday, June 22nd, 2015A new analysis of income distribution in the neighborhoods around New Jersey’s transit stations shows that the benefits of access to transit are not always available across all income groups.
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.
The Public Wins a Strengthened Role in Rebuild By Design Projects
Wednesday, May 13th, 2015Changes to the Rebuild By Design proposals now require stronger public engagement measures, something New Jersey Future recommended.
