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Join our nonprofit NGO working on responsible land use policies to revitalize cities, preserve open spaces, and ensure affordable housing while promoting transportation choices. Learn about our Local Recovery Planning Manager Program aimed at assisting communities in disaster response and recovery efforts. Discover the importance of community vulnerability assessments in areas like Little Egg Harbor, Highlands, and Sea Bright to drive resilience initiatives. Let's collaborate for a sustainable future!
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Northeast Climate Change Preparedness Collaborating for Resilience
Topics Part 1:NJ Future – Who We Are Part 2:Local Recovery Planning Manager Program Part 3:Community Vulnerability
Part1: Who We Are
Mission • Nonprofit NGO promoting responsible land use policies to: • Revitalize cities; • Preserve open space; • Keep housing affordable; • Encourages transportation choices
Part2: LRPM Program
Initial Involvement • FEMA/Merck Foundation request • FEMA seeking a partner for local recovery effort • Create LRPM position • Essential to assist NJ communities • FEMA noted lack of local capacity in disaster response
The Program ScreeningCriteria • Considerable storm damage • Limited or no in-house planning capabilities • Majority of full-time residents
The Program Who We’re Working With
Part3: Community Vulnerability
Time for a new approach Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results
I’m Done…..Your Turn Thanks David Kutner, AICP, PP; dkutner@njfuture.org 609-393-0008, x 105; http://www.njfuture.org