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Downtown Hackensack: A Gem of the Garden State's Downtowns
In the past ten years, Hackensack has undergone an amazing metamorphosis, which is a genuine testament to the amazing work done by the City of Hackensack and its devoted municipal leadership. This group effort has given the city new life, and reconstruction projects have helped create a striking skyline peppered with modern residential structures. Thousands of newcomers have been welcomed because of this rebirth, adding to Hackensack's colorful fabric. MORE>
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Creating A Unique Art Program to Invigorate Your Business District
Art Programs have long been recognized as valuable business district placemaking programs. In large cities like NYC and Los Angeles, public art installations are commonplace, but there are many advantages of art programming for smaller townships as well. Main Street Pops shares their experiences and tips. MORE>
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Local News:
The Lifeblood for Your Town’s Business Community
Local news is the lifeblood of any community. Without local news, rumors run rampant, residents are apathetic, and the town suffers as a result. TAPinto.net explains how with a high-quality local news outlet in town, residents are more engaged and involved in the community. And local businesses thrive. MORE>
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Each year, Downtown New Jersey recognizes New Jersey’s best downtown projects and programs completed within the last two years, as well as individuals dedicated to downtown revitalization. Downtown Excellence awardees are considered exemplary models worthy of emulation. MORE>
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The premiere downtown economic development event of the year, the annual conference hosts industry experts who provide insights into downtown management best practices.
This year is all about “Big Ideas”, so join us as we think big, capitalize on big events, and explore big data. We will also celebrate projects, programs, and leaders that are a big deal for downtown during our annual NJ Downtown Excellence Awards luncheon ceremony.
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Attract & Retain Downtown Retail
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 3:45PM
Atlantic City Convention Center, Rm 318
Join us for a discussion about creative approaches to ensuring your retail spaces are filled and stay open.
This panel is being coordinated by Downtown New Jersey as part of the NJ League of Municipalities Conference. MORE>
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Below is a sampling of recent DNJ events. Check out the website to review summaries, videos, PowerPoints, and other resources from our past events. | | |
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People, Parking, and Planning:
Placing People Above Parking
Downtown New Jersey, NJTOD.org, and NJ TRANSIT’s Transit Friendly Planning (TFP) Program brought together professionals working in the public and private sectors to discuss the intricacies of parking in commercial districts and new residential projects, and the effects of the antiquated parking standards. MORE>
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Liquor License Reform Forum
The NJ Liquor License Reform Alliance held a discussion about needed reform to support our small businesses and downtowns. Afterwards, we enjoyed happy hour networking. MORE>
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Downtown New Jersey, NJTOD.org, and NJ TRANSIT’s Transit Friendly Planning (TFP) Program brought together a panel of experts from public and private entities to discuss their experiences in attracting and retaining local businesses in downtowns across New Jersey. MORE>
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The TNJ Initiative, in collaboration with Downtown New Jersey, held a Forum on parklet implementation. Speakers discussed lessons learned from the past 10 years since the original Parklet Handbook was released, and provided insights and ideas for future parklets. MORE>
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We brought together a panel of experts from federal, state, and non-profit entities to discuss available funding and incentive programs and how they can be used in downtowns to support small businesses, redevelopment, planning, and infrastructure projects. MORE>
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Our ability to continue to advocate for New Jersey’s downtowns during these especially challenging times depends on member support. We hope you will consider joining today! JOIN DNJ>
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Downtown New Jersey is an organization of individuals, businesses, government agencies, and local and regional organizations that are passionate about downtowns. Downtowns reflect our communities’ unique identities, provide a focal point, a convenient local place of commerce, and offer a sense of place where people can gather and truly be community. Downtown New Jersey is a resource dedicated to ensuring the vitality of our downtowns. Count on us as your resource for anything regarding downtowns in New Jersey. | | | | |
