Downtown NJ

From the #Downtown Management Forum Archives: When's the last time your town "scrubbed the code", looking at both permitted use & design elements for potential barriers to new businesses? https://bit.ly/3LeAx3j

?? Stronger downtowns don’t happen by accident – they happen with Special Improvement Districts (SIDs)! From business support to public space enhancements, SIDs are the driving force behind vibrant, thriving downtowns across New Jersey. ?? Learn more about how SIDs are shaping communities: https://bit.ly/3F6EQNS #DowntownNJ #EconomicDevelopment #VibrantCommunities #SIDsMatter

?? Don’t Miss Out! Read the Downtown New Jersey Winter Newsletter Before Spring Arrives! ?????? The Downtown New Jersey Winter Newsletter debuted on February 21st, packed with insights, success stories, and updates on downtowns across the state. With Spring just around the corner on March 20th, now’s the perfect time to catch up before we shift gears into a new season of growth and innovation! ?? Check it out now:https://conta.cc/41dh6yW Stay informed. Stay inspired. Stay connected. #DowntownNJ #WinterNewsletter #DowntownRevitalization #SpringIsComing

?? A thriving downtown is about more than just great shops and restaurants—it’s about movement. ??♂???♀??? How we navigate our downtowns impacts safety, accessibility, and economic vitality. This spring, as our streets fill with activity, let’s discuss how we can better balance the needs of pedestrians, businesses, deliveries, and parking. Join Downtown New Jersey & NJTPA on March 25 at 11:30 AM for a virtual listening session where your voice matters. ?? Learn from transportation experts ?? Share your experiences in small group discussions ?? Help shape the future of downtown mobility ?? Let’s talk solutions—register now! https://bit.ly/4hetIMb #VibrantDowntowns #SmartTransportation #CommunityEngagement #DowntownSolutions

TOD in Your Downtown Forum: Affordable Housing + TOD Recap: Last week, on?Friday, February 7th, 2025, we were honored to have co-hosted the TOD in Your Downtown Forum: Affordable Housing + TOD: Obligations and Opportunities with NJTOD, NJ TRANSIT’s TFP Program, and the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. The event brought together leaders from public agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector to share insights on affordable housing in New Jersey’s downtowns. A special thank you to Stephanie DiPetrillo (NJTOD) for the warm welcome and Jonathan Sternesky (NJ HMFA) for the overview. We deeply appreciate Dr. Kathe Newman (Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement, Rutgers) for moderating such an engaging discussion and Megan Massey (NJ TRANSIT) for closing remarks. Thank you to our distinguished panelists for their leadership and valuable insights: Christiana Foglio (Community Investment Strategies), Kristen Mitchell (NJ TRANSIT), Lorissa Luciani (NJ DCA), Patrick Terborg (TD+Partners), and Staci Berger (HCDNNJ). We are grateful for this enriching conversation and excited for what’s to come! #AffordableHousing #TOD #CommunityImpact #DNJ #HousingEquity #PublicPolicy #TransitFriendly

Earlier this month our member community Metuchen Downtown Alliance was featured in Travel + Leisure Co. magazine! Make sure to check out the article and pay them a visit!

Shout out to our friends in Dunellen for this great feature in Real Estate NJ! Jason Cilento, MPA

???? Kick Off 2025 with Downtown NJ! Join us for our first event of the year, a?forum on affordable housing & equitable transit-oriented development (e-TOD)?with?NJTOD & NJ TRANSIT’s TFP Program! With new?COAH regulations, NJ municipalities must plan for more affordable housing. Learn from?experts?how to meet obligations, develop mixed-income housing, and leverage transit-friendly development to strengthen downtowns. ???Date:?Friday, February 7 ???Location:?Edward J. Bloustein School; James J. Florio Forum 33 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 ????Register now:?https://lnkd.in/e2ViamDK Let’s build thriving, inclusive downtowns! #DowntownNJ #AffordableHousing #eTOD #TransitOrientedDevelopment

Arterial shares the eight key considerations when planning a public plaza. https://ed.gr/dxm48

Member Spotlight: #downtownpaterson is a live canvas where history, culture, & community converge, inviting locals and visitors to explore and celebrate a rich tapestry woven through the centuries. https://bit.ly/3xCvyFv