Join ANJEC’s February Hour of Action
Thursday, February 27th, 12-1PM via Zoom
Attendees will learn effective strategies for passing laws that reduce plastic pollution, from advocacy techniques to navigating the legislative process.
Work with us and other like-minded individuals to support the Packaging Product Stewardship Act and pass Skip The Stuff laws.
See our list of model ordinances here
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Shape Your Future Have a Voice in NJ’s State Plan
In December, with strong support from Governor Phil Murphy, the State Planning Commission unveiled the long-anticipated preliminary update to the New Jersey State Development and Redevelopment Plan (State Plan). The updated State Plan provides a roadmap to address critical challenges, including climate change, equity, housing affordability, infrastructure modernization, and economic development. Developed by numerous stakeholders, the Plan allows for smoother coordination and planning among state agencies and different levels of government.
New Jersey Future (NJF) has been a key advocate for the State Plan since our founding in 1987, championing smart growth policies to improve communities and safeguard natural resources. NJF remains committed to helping advance the State Plan and ensuring its success across the Garden State, but we can’t do it alone.
You can help make the State Plan update a success by providing feedback on the draft Plan, via email at stateplan.comments@sos.nj.gov or in person, at one of a series of upcoming public meetings, one in each of New Jersey’s 21 counties.
The upcoming county public meetings mark an important next step in the adoption process. These gatherings offer an opportunity for residents, community leaders, and government officials to learn about the Plan, understand how the cross-acceptance process works, and share their input. Nine meetings are already scheduled for February, with more to come.
- Cumberland, on February 12
- Mercer, on February 18
- Salem, on February 19
- NJ Highlands Council (in Chester NJ), on February 20
- Somerset, on February 20
- Warren, on February 24
- Union, on February 25
- Essex, on February 26
- Morris, on February 28
The Office of Planning Advocacy will update the schedule of public meetings as additional meetings are finalized. Check the Update to State Development and Redevelopment Plan page in the item about the 2025 County Public Meeting schedule for meeting times and locations.