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Conferences and MeetingsBook Your Hotel Room for the Governor's Conference on Housing and Econ - 07/23/2025 The event will be held on September 16 -17, at the Harrah's Atlantic City Waterfront Conference Center.
Book Your Hotel Room TODAY. Take advantage of our special rate!
Hotel Accommodations: A block of rooms has been reserved at Harrah's Resort - Waterfront Tower for the nights of Monday, September 15, 2025 and Tuesday, September 16, 2025. These rooms are located closest to the conference center for your convenience.
Reservation Details: - Rate: $135 per night (inclusive of resort fee; additional taxes and fees may apply) - Booking Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. - Group Code: SH09GC5 - Group Name: Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development (or simply, "Governor's Conference")
How to Reserve: - Online: https://book.passkey.com/gt/220680319?gtid=ec3e7d5f8a5764ca30ef8be231954b9 - By Phone: Call 888-516-2215 (available 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. EST, 7 days a week) and mention the group code to receive the discounted rate. Note: Space is limited, so please book early to ensure availability and receive the discounted rate.
REMINDER: Additional details are constantly being added to this year's conference. Make sure to bookmark njhousingconference.com to stay up to date!
SIGN UP FOR THE BUS TOUR! Get ready to explore the vibrant layers of Atlantic City beyond the famous Boardwalk and casinos. This guided tour takes you through the heart of a city undergoing dynamic transformation - where history, culture, community, and opportunity intersect. Date: September 16 Time: 2:30 - 4:30 PM Note: Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-ups will be available at the conference. Thank you to our Sponsors! Each year, the Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development attracts an increasing number of public and private sector housing development professionals.
Your support ensures the success of this conference. - The JAHMA Foundation
Become a Sponsor: https://files.constantcontact.com/7085e60a001/4e9cf02b-b5ee-4ed1-9d54-696f832d0ad6.pdf
Become an Exhibitor: https://web.cvent.com/event/0fe091cd-4a30-4e9d-9a9a-d68adf370043/websitePage:dc4b7e02-8c77-4eeb-8cf3-7b3b2a6b20fe
Our Sponsors: Hospitality Sponsor: Enterprise Lanyard Name Badge Holder Sponsor: WinnCompanies
Conference App Sponsor: Dimension Energy
Networking Reception Sponsor: Netflix New Jersey's Clean Energy Program The Community Preservation Corporation The Michaels Organization Thriven Design Walters Group
Charging Station/WIFI Sponsor: OceanFirst Bank PS&S Architecture & Engineering Red Stone Equity Partners LLC Restrepo & Associates
Dessert Reception Sponsor: NJ Realtors Housing Opportunity Foundation Zillow Zillow
Video Sponsor: United Methodist Communities (UMC BEAM) Urban Practice LLC
Women and Business Session Sponsor: NJ Womens Affordable Housing/Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Puerto Rican Association for Human Development
Bus Tour Sponsor: Connell Foley LLP Moderate Income Management Company
General Sponsor: Boston Financial KOW Building Consultants McGrann Associates M&T Bank Pennrose Piazza & Associates, Inc. PRC Regions Affordable Housing V.J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc.
Exhibitors: - New Jersey Affordable Housing Management Association (JAHMA): https://www.jahma.org/ - NJ Department of Community Affairs: https://www.nj.gov/dca/ - NJ Economic Development Authority: https://www.njeda.gov/ - NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency: https://www.nj.gov/dca/hmfa/ - NJ Redevelopment Authority: https://njra.us/ - African American Chamber of Commerce of NJ - American Architectural Window & Door - Anchor Pest Control - August Mack Environmental, Inc. - Bay Point Electric - Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery - CohnReznick - Corbett Exterminating - CORT - Cozy Living Furniture Solutions - Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed, P.C. - Habitat for Humanity of South-Central New Jersey - Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey - KMA Design Studio - LTCO/I Choose Home NJ - M. Miller & Son - MarbleJam Kids Inc. - MidAtlantic Engineering Partners LLC - National Tenant Network - Navicore Solutions - NeighborWorks America - New Jersey Community Capital - NJ Department of Environmental Protection - New Jersey Department of Children and Families - Quarks Advantage - RetireReady NJ - Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey - The Housing Partnership of New Jersey - The Partnerships for America - Westwood Hardware
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If you have any questions, please contact us at njhousingconference@njhmfa.gov.
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Follow the Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development on https://www.facebook.com/Njhousingconf and https://www.instagram.com/njhousingconf/. You can also follow our host agencies to learn about programs, events, and resources relevant to you and your community. 2025 Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development - 07/14/20252025 Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development Announcing Our Plenary Session and Panelists! The event will be held on September 16 -17, at the Harrah's Atlantic City Waterfront Conference Center. Check Out Our Plenary Session! Redevelopment Redefining New Jersey As New Jersey undergoes a wave of redevelopment-from revitalized urban centers to transformed suburban corridors-this plenary session explores the far-reaching impacts of these changes on housing, economic development, and community identity. Driven by the Economic Recovery Act of 2020, key transformative programs ignited statewide economic growth, reinforced long-term stability, and unlocked real, measurable pathways to opportunity across every sector. This panel will provide examples and assist you in gaining insight into how equitable development, targeted investments, and inclusive programs are transforming today's economy-and laying the groundwork for a more resilient, prosperous tomorrow. You will walk away with a deeper understanding of the tools, impact, and potential of New Jersey's bold economic vision Our Panelists: MODERATOR: Tim Sullivan, CEO, NJEDA SPEAKERS: Tai Cooper, Chief Community Development Officer, NJEDA Kathleen Coviello, Chief Economic Transformation Officer on Innovation, NJEDA Kara Kopach, Executive Director, FMERA Kevin Logan, VP, Production Tax, Netflix Date: September 16th Time: 9:15-10:15 am Location: Wildwood Ballroom Register Today: https://web.cvent.com/event/0fe091cd-4a30-4e9d-9a9a-d68adf370043/summary REMINDER: Additional details are constantly being added to this year's conference. Make sure to bookmark njhousingconference.com to stay up to date! SIGN UP FOR THE BUS TOUR! Get ready to explore the vibrant layers of Atlantic City beyond the famous Boardwalk and casinos. This guided tour takes you through the heart of a city undergoing dynamic transformation - where history, culture, community, and opportunity intersect. Date: September 16 Time: 2:30 - 4:30 PM Note: Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-ups will be available at the conference. HOTEL INFORMATION Overnight accommodations can be booked for Monday, September 15, 2025 and Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Harrah's Resort in the Waterfront Tower using the online link https://book.passkey.com/go/SH09GC5. Reservations can also be made by phone at 888-516-2215 and using the group code SH09GC5. You can book your room today by clicking this link: https://web.cvent.com/event/0fe091cd-4a30-4e9d-9a9a-d68adf370043/websitePage:9884efc7-534e-42b2-a7c7-39168fc0ea36 Thank you to our Sponsors! Each year, the Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development attracts an increasing number of public and private sector housing development professionals. Your support ensures the success of this conference. - The JAHMA Foundation Become a Sponsor: https://files.constantcontact.com/7085e60a001/4e9cf02b-b5ee-4ed1-9d54-696f832d0ad6.pdf Become an Exhibitor: https://web.cvent.com/event/0fe091cd-4a30-4e9d-9a9a-d68adf370043/websitePage:dc4b7e02-8c77-4eeb-8cf3-7b3b2a6b20fe Our Sponsors: Hospitality Sponsor: Enterprise
Lanyard Name Badge Holder Sponsor: WinnCompanies Networking Reception Sponsor: Netflix New Jersey's Clean Energy Program The Community Preservation Corporation The Michaels Organization Thriven Design Walters Group Charging Station/WIFI Sponsor: OceanFirst Bank PS&S Architecture & Engineering Red Stone Equity Partners LLC Restrepo & Associates Dessert Reception Sponsor: NJ Realtors Housing Opportunity Foundation Zillow Video Sponsor: United Methodist Communities (UMC BEAM) Urban Practice LLC Women and Business Session Sponsor: NJ Womens Affordable Housing/Fidelity National Title Insurance Company Puerto Rican Association for Human Development Bus Tour Sponsor: Connell Foley LLP Moderate Income Management Company General Sponsor: Boston Financial KOW Building Consultants McGrann Associates M&T Bank Pennrose Piazza & Associates, Inc. PRC Regions Affordable Housing V.J. Scozzari & Sons, Inc. Exhibitors: - New Jersey Affordable Housing Management Association (JAHMA): https://www.jahma.org/ - NJ Department of Community Affairs: https://www.nj.gov/dca/ - NJ Economic Development Authority: https://www.njeda.gov/ - NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency: https://www.nj.gov/dca/hmfa/ - NJ Redevelopment Authority: https://njra.us/ - African American Chamber of Commerce of NJ - American Architectural Window & Door - Anchor Pest Control - August Mack Environmental, Inc. - Bay Point Electric - Brucato Foot & Ankle Surgery - CohnReznick - Corbett Exterminating - CORT - Cozy Living Furniture Solutions - Ehrlich, Petriello, Gudin, Plaza & Reed, P.C. - Habitat for Humanity of South-Central New Jersey - Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey - KMA Design Studio - LTCO/I Choose Home NJ - M. Miller & Son - MarbleJam Kids Inc. - MidAtlantic Engineering Partners LLC - National Tenant Network - Navicore Solutions - NeighborWorks America - New Jersey Community Capital - NJ Department of Environmental Protection - New Jersey Department of Children and Families - Quarks Advantage - RetireReady NJ - Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey - The Housing Partnership of New Jersey - The Partnerships for America - Westwood Hardware
Keep an eye on your inbox for more updates! GPANJ - Fall Mini Conference - 06/26/2025The Governmental Purchasing Association of New Jersey (GPANJ) will be holding its Annual Fall Mini Conference on September 25, 2025.
Windsor Conference Center/Holiday Inn 399 Monmouth St. East Windsor, NJ 08520.
CEU's have been approved by DCA for the following certifications: QPA, RMC, CMFO/CCFO, CTC, and CPWM. Credits have also been approved by Rutgers for RPPO and RPPS certifications. A continental breakfast and lunch are included in the registration fee. Additional details, including the schedule of sessions with CEU credits and online registration, are available at: http://www.gpanj.com. 2025 Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development - 06/09/2025Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suarez invites you to join the 2025 Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development. Dear Community Partner: On behalf of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority (NJRA) and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), I am pleased to invite you to the 2025 Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development, taking place September 16 - 17, 2025, at Harrah's Atlantic City Waterfront Conference Center. This annual event brings together leaders and innovators from across the state, nonprofit executives, developers, public officials, business leaders, housing advocates, and other changemakers, who are united in their commitment to revitalizing and strengthening New Jersey's communities. As we navigate the evolving challenges and opportunities in housing and economic development, this year's conference will provide a dynamic forum for learning and collaboration. Attendees will engage in compelling panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking sessions designed to spark new ideas and partnerships that drive equitable and sustainable growth. Your dedication to transforming communities makes you an essential part of this conversation, and we would be honored by your presence. Together, we can chart a bold path forward for New Jersey. We look forward to welcoming you to Atlantic City this September. For more information and to register, visit https://web.cvent.com/event/0fe091cd-4a30-4e9d-9a9a-d68adf370043/summary. NORTH and CENTRAL JERSEY DECISION-MAKERS - 06/13/2025ATTENTION, NORTH AND CENTRAL NEW JERSEY MUNICIPAL & COUNTY DECISION- MAKERS. New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) held a NJ Housing Opportunities for Municipal Equity and Success (NJHOMES) seminar in South Jersey this week and next Tuesday, June 17, we will be in Newark. DCA Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suarez is offering vital information and resources to our municipal partners at TWO upcoming NJHOMES seminars as municipalities plan for affordable housing expansion across the state. It is an opportunity to gain EARLY ACCESS to FUNDING PATHWAYS, learn about EXCLUSIVE STATE-FUNDED TOOLS and resources that will aid in municipal planning, ACCESS TO TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE that can drive growth, meet housing obligations, and strengthen your municipality's future. Geared toward key decisionmakers, NJHOMES is designed to help municipal leaders successfully plan affordable housing that aligns with their community. ROADSHOW EVENTS ARE 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Registration is required. Tuesday 6/17: Martin Luther King Justice Building 495 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard Conference Room 115 Newark, NJ (Parking will be provided) Thursday 6/26: HomeFront 101 Celia Way Ewing, NJ Grab your seat, Central Jersey. Register today! R.S.V.P. required. Send an email with the desired event date, your name, title, and municipality/organization to NJHomes@dca.nj.gov. Presenter: DCA Staff and other State Leaders See the attached notice with event information. Please be advised that this is an invitation-only event with limited seating available. Reservations will be limited to mayors, economic development directors, business administrators, municipal housing liaisons, and municipal attorneys. R.S.V.P. required. Send an email with the desired event date, your name, title, and municipality/organization to NJHomes@dca.nj.gov. For questions, email: NJHomes@dca.nj.gov. NJLM Management Program Part 4 is Open for Registration - 05/13/2025 This Notice is being sent on behalf of: New Jersey League of Municipalities. The New Jersey League of Municipalities has partnered with NJ Community Solutions to provide a new educational program that will teach individuals about the practical side of managing municipalities in New Jersey. The Management Program is a series of three-hour practical educational sessions. Each session will be held in-person in small class sizes to provide opportunities to learn, discuss and question key aspects of managing a New Jersey municipality. Starting on May 20, the fourth series will cover a broad range of issues regarding Financial Management. Included will be Developing a Budget, Reporting: State Documents, Understanding the Annual Financial Statement, Capital Planning and Infrastructure Improvements. For additional information, please refer to https://www.njlm.org/1265/Management-Workshop-Series. For questions regarding this program, contact Danielle Holland, Continuing Education Manager at 609-695-3481 ext. 118 or dholland@njlm.org. Municipal Clerks, please forward to: Planning Officials, Zoning Officials, Land Use, Mayors and CRPS. NJLM Mini Conference is Open for Registration - 05/01/2025The NJLM Mini Conference is a one-day conference held at the Conference Center at Mercer in West Windsor from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Attendees can earn up to 8 CEUs in one day for their professional licenses. Registration costs are $125 for members and $135 for nonmembers. To register: https://njlm.regfox.com/miniconference. For additional information, please refer to www.njlm.org/836/NJLM-Mini-Conference. For questions regarding this program, contact Danielle Holland, Continuing Education Manager at 609-695-3481 ext. 118 or dholland@njlm.org. Government Finance Officers Association of NJ - Women at Work Conferen - 04/04/2025Join the GFOA NJ for a Women at Work Conference on May 16, 2025 at Trenton Country Club. For registration and sponsorship details: https://www.gfoanj.org/default.aspx For Conference Agenda information: https://www.gfoanj.org/default.aspx For questions regarding contact us at (609) 394-1155 2025 NJ GMIS Technology Education Conference - 03/07/2025It's time for the 2025 NJ GMIS Technology Education Conference (TEC)! It is the single best opportunity for people who manage and/or make decisions about local government technology to network with peers and vendors and improve their tech knowledge. It's also a great opportunity for decision-makers to learn more about technology. Plus, up to 5 CEU credits have been requested from DLGS for our education sessions. Education sessions include topics like: • Meeting cybersecurity insurance (like the MEL CyberJif) requirements Since we start promptly at 8:30 am, we have secured room blocks and discounted rates with The Fairfield Inn & Suites and Delta Hotels Somerset. If you register, you will also be able to join us at our pre-conference reception at the nearby Stage House Tavern. Details and registration information are here. If your agency is not a member of GMIS, you can use a special Non-Member Government Employee discount that gives you the member rate. Use this link to register and get the $60 rate. Do you have questions about any of this? Send a note info@njgmis.org. Hope to see you there! Tax Collectors & Treasurers Association of New Jersey's Spring Confere - 03/17/2025This Notice is being sent on behalf of: Tax Collectors & Treasurers Association of New Jersey (TCTANJ). An invitation to join the TCTANJ for a 3-day conference held in Atlantic City, May 28 - May 30. For additional information, please refer to https://www.tctanj.org/. For questions regarding the program contact Margaret Saharic at executivedirector@tctanj.org. NJLM Offers Spring Webinars on Sick Leave and Police Licensing - 03/12/2025League Professional Development Webinar "Accumulated Sick Leave Payouts, Vacation Carryover and Related Issues" April 11, 2025 10:30a.m.-12:00p.m. Location: Your Computer Confusion and Questions are still perplexing municipal officials on how to legally and practically account for Paid Time Off for active and retiring municipal employees. The discussion will include suggestions on calculating Retirement payouts, Sick leave buy-backs and management of vacation carryover. To aid in the discussion, we ask the audience to submit questions ahead of time. Please send your questions to dholland@njlm.org and use the subject line "Sick Leave Webinar Questions." Presenters: Joseph Hannon, Esq., Partner, Genova Burns, LLC, NJLM Labor Counsel Matthew Watkins, NJ Community Solutions; Labor Consultant, NJLM; Retired Administrator CEUs: CMFO/CCFO-1.5 Bud, CTC-1.5 Gen/Sec,CPWM-1.5 Govt, RMC-1.5 Fin, QPA-1.5 Off Admin,CPA-1.5 Fin, RPPO/RPPS-1.5 M/S,NJCLE-1.8, PACLE-1.5;SHRM-1.25 PDC Registration Information: https://www.njlm.org/calendar.aspx?view=list&year=2025&month=4&day=11.
League Professional Development Webinar "Police Disciplinary Issues Including Police Licensing" May 2,2025 9:00am-12:30pm Location: Your Computer The discussion will include the different aspects of disciplinary process - investigating and charging, types of discipline, penalties including the concept of progressive discipline, differences between civil service and non- civil service jurisdictions, negotiating settlement agreements including last chance, conducting hearings, and various avenues of appeals of disciplinary matters. The panel will also discuss the new police licensing statute, the requirements on municipalities, its effect on the disciplinary process and other timely legal issues concerning same. Presenters: Joseph Hannon, Esq., Partner, Genova Burns, LLC, NJLM Labor Counsel Matthew Watkins, NJ Community Solutions; Labor Consultant, NJLM; Retired Administrator Jim Mets, Esq, Partner, Mets, Schiro & Manetta, LLP CEUs: CMFO/CCFO-4.0 Off Mgmt/Anc; CPWM-4.0 Govt;RMC-4.0 Prof Devel;QPA-4.0 Off Admin;CPA-4.0 PD;NJCLE-4.0;PACLE-3.5;SHRM-3.5 PDC Registration Information: https://www.njlm.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=434&month=5&year=2025&day=12&calType=0 |
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