Future Facts
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New Report Highlights Fiscal Benefits of Smart-Growth Development
May 21, 2013 : 0 comments
A 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.
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Redevelopment Forum Approved for Continuing Education Credits
May 16, 2013 : 0 comments
Redevelopment Forum 2013 has been approved for continuing education credits.
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Avoid Penny-wise, Pound-foolish Approach to Resiliency
May 16, 2013 : 0 comments
Modest initiatives in planning can help future-proof communities against tomorrow’s extreme weather. Federal Sandy recovery funds should cover these investments.
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New Jersey Future Receives Housing Award
May 7, 2013 : 0 comments
The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center honored New Jersey Future with its Outstanding Achievement in Affordable Housing Award.
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Cluster Development Bill Sails through the Assembly
April 30, 2013 : 0 comments
New Jersey Assembly overwhelmingly approves the cluster development bill, which could see a Senate vote as soon as May 13.
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Sandy Recovery Action Plan Doesn’t Commit to Resiliency Planning, Sustainability
April 29, 2013 : 0 comments
Gov. 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.
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Regional Planning in the Pinelands: Well-Directed Growth, but What Effect on Natural Resources?
April 11, 2013 : 1 comment
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.
Redevelopment Forum
Save the Date!
The 2014 Redevelopment Forum will be March 14! Thanks to all our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers and attendees for a record-breaking 2013 event. All presentations are now online and photos are up on our Facebook page.
Smart Growth Awards
Tickets are now on sale! The 2013 Smart Growth Awards celebration is June 6! Click the logo for profiles of this year's winners.
Interested in sponsoring? Contact us (mariannejann
njfuture
org) for more information.
