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Jersey City Economic Development Thrives: New Facade Program and Sister City Initiatives

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JERSEY CITY, NJ (GovWire) - During a recent budget hearing for the Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Commerce with the Jersey City Municipal Council, the topic of economic development was discussed. Director of Economic Development, who was present at the meeting, reported that the city is doing well, especially in the minority community. He mentioned that there are many new businesses coming into the main streets and that there is great cooperation from the UCEDC in helping to bring in new businesses.


The Director also mentioned that there are plans for a new facade program in January, which will help not only the business community and the main streets, but also the business and property owners. He also mentioned that there are some locations that are pending due to the lease being up or the rent going up, but they are working to find a solution for those discrepancies.


The Director also mentioned the Sister City program, which has been very successful. He mentioned that the Mayor of Viendo, Spain, is looking to work with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey and the Principality Chamber of Commerce to bring in more business. He also mentioned that a Senator will be visiting Jersey City next week.


Councilman Buggiano brought up the issue of getting more restaurants in Journal Square. The Director responded that the lease is so high that sometimes restaurants can't afford to open. He mentioned that he is working on bringing a major Italian restaurant and bakery to Grove St.


The Director also mentioned that they are working on a beautification program and that they are doing pretty well. He mentioned that they are working with the appropriate division to publicize the requirements of all Jersey City and utilizing all of their social media platforms.


In conclusion, the discussion of economic development during the meeting was very informative and it is clear that the city is working hard to bring in new businesses and improve the economic development of the city. The new facade program and the Sister City program are just two examples of the initiatives that the city is taking to improve economic development.


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