The Pinelands Protection Act appears to have been effective at steering growth within its jurisdiction, but we must remain vigilant to ensure that the area’s overall growth doesn’t degrade critical natural resources.
Regional Planning
Regional Planning in the Pinelands: Well-Directed Growth, but What Effect on Natural Resources?
Thursday, April 11th, 2013Concern 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.
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.
Forum Roundup: Redeveloping Post-Sandy: Do it Quickly, and Do it Right
Friday, March 22nd, 2013Speakers at a Redevelopment Forum panel session discuss the tools available that can help Shore towns rebuild quickly and well.
Clock Is Ticking on Public Comment Period for Sandy Recovery Spending Plan
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013New Jersey Future provided comments on Gov. Christie’s proposed Sandy Recovery Plan.
HUD Secretary Donovan To Speak at Redevelopment Forum
Tuesday, February 5th, 2013HUD Secretary Donovan, who is leading the long-term post-Superstorm Sandy rebuilding effort, will talk about the issues his task force will need to address.
Somerset County Pioneers Local Application of State Strategic Plan Investment Criteria
Thursday, January 31st, 2013New report looks at Somerset County’s efforts to align its planning and economic development efforts with the draft State Strategic Plan.
Position Available: Recovery Planning Manager
Wednesday, January 30th, 2013New Jersey Future is hiring an experienced community planner to work with FEMA and as many as three New Jersey municipalities helping to establish a long-term recovery plan after Superstorm Sandy.
Rebuilding a Resilient New Jersey Shore Conference Recap
Thursday, December 13th, 2012The Rebuilding a Resilient New Jersey Shore conference brought together a diverse group including university professors, planners, engineers, attorneys, FEMA employees, architects, local and state officials and others concerned with the future of the New Jersey coastline.
