
The effort to reinvent the Metropark Station area as a TOD community has taken major steps forward in recent months amid a renewed, State-level push to advance development near transit stations.

Special Improvement Districts are doing more than ever to help New Jersey downtowns navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Amy Garcia Phillips of the Rahway Arts+Business Partnership explains how community solidarity and creative use of public spaces has made downtown Rahway "stronger every day."
The City of Hackensack taps into the arts to plan an inclusive public space in a changing downtown.
The City of Hackensack taps into the arts to plan an inclusive public space in a changing downtown.
The City of Hackensack taps into the arts to plan an inclusive public space in a changing downtown.
The City of Hackensack taps into the arts to plan an inclusive public space in a changing downtown.

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Planners Share Experiences & Advice on Using Online Tools

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NJ TRANSIT is now strategically updating its Transit-Friendly Planning, Land Use and Development Program (TFPLUD), refining program initiatives and offerings to best serve the diverse stakeholders engaged in transit-supportive activities throughout New Jersey.


At our second TOD in Your Downtown Forum and experts shared the how-tos of placemaking, discussed outcomes and impacts of implementing placemaking strategies, and answered the question, “What makes a great place?”
At our 2nd TOD in Your Downtown Forum and experts shared the how-tos of placemaking, discussed outcomes and impacts of implementing placemaking strategies, and answered the question, “What makes a great place?”
Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to interview officials, planners, developers and other professionals at the annual APA-NJ conference, where we asked about their views on TOD issues in NJ and generally.
Look for new videos in the coming weeks & months.
Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to interview officials, planners, developers and other professionals at the annual APA-NJ conference, where we asked about their views on TOD issues in NJ and generally.
Look for new videos in the coming weeks & months.

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efforts in NJ & beyond? See our weekly review of
new TOD development, planning efforts, public
engagement, and policies.
Want to latest on transit-oriented development efforts in NJ & beyond? See our weekly review of new TOD development, planning efforts, public engagement, and policies.
NJ TOD & Transit Village News

Reinventing Metropark Station: From Suburban Park-and-Ride to TOD Community
The effort to reinvent the Metropark Station area as a TOD community has taken major steps forward in recent months amid a renewed, State-level push to advance development near transit stations.
Peer-to-Peer Learning

Arts and Public Spaces Keep Rahway “Stronger Every Day”
While COVID-19 remains a threat and the future is still uncertain, downtown Rahway has once again sprung to life. In some ways it’s busier than usual.
Best Practices

Transportation, Health Equity & COVID-19: Connections Between Access and Well-Being
Access to quality, reliable transportation has a major impact on one’s life. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this disparity has been even more apparent as those living in high-risk areas have suffered more health impacts from the virus. Solutions related to more reliable transportation options and increased density may lead to greater health equity outcomes.
Online TOD Learning Opportunities
Check out our list of webinars and online courses on TOD-related topics.
The Weekly TOD News Update

The Week in TOD News January 9-15, 2021
Looking at the past, anticipating new federal dollars, and using data — all of these actions are moving TOD forward in 2021.

Help NJTPA Plan for 2050!
The North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority is excited to launch Plan 2050, the long-range transportation plan for North Jersey. A robust and inclusive public involvement program will be key to forming a shared vision for the future. There are multiple ways for you to offer input for Plan 2050.
Recommended Resources

Promoting Opportunity through Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (eTOD): Navigating Federal Transportation Policy
Report link: Promoting Opportunity through Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (eTOD): Navigating Federal Transportation Policy
This report provides stakeholders involved in achieving eTOD, such as public entities, developers and practitioners, guidance on understanding and benefiting from federal transportation policies and programs.