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These factors may have affected Samsung’s choice to leave NJ for Texas
Samsung is leaving its Englewood Cliffs, NJ headquarters with 1,200 employees headed to Texas. Rutgers Bloustein School professor James Hughes didn’t mince words: “This is a tough deal for New Jersey. New Jersey has to confront this.” Even top schools and transit access “was not enough to keep them.”
Andrews, et.al assess heat and air quality in low-income housing
Standard air quality and heat monitors don’t capture the full picture, especially for vulnerable residents in low-income public housing. This study uses wearable devices and indoor sensors to reveal stark disparities in real-world exposure to extreme heat and PM2.5 pollution across different groups, with seniors and youth facing the highest risks.
2026 NJDOT Complete Streets Summit Recap
More than 250 planners, engineers, students, advocates, and community leaders gathered for the 2026 NJDOT Complete Streets Summit, focused on the theme “Every Journey Safer.”
Podcast ‘From Campaigns to Classrooms’: Teaching a new generation about advocacy with Bob Sommer
“Lobbying is a fundamental part of the American system,” Sommer emphasized, noting how the mechanics of modern advocacy have continuously shifted alongside tightening state and federal regulations and rapid technological disruptions.
The fastest way to ease the housing crisis? Rent control
EJB Talks: From Campaigns to Classrooms: Teaching a New Generation About Advocacy
Dean Stuart Shapiro talks to Bob Sommer GSNB ’84, a Bloustein School alumnus, lecturer, and member of the school’s Advisory Board about his journey from an accounting major to a career in public policy and his transition from working on a congressional campaign to roles in government and lobbying.
Do drivers hate bicyclists? US sees an alarming rash of crashes.
“But wider roads are also an invitation for faster car speeds, Von Hagen said. Since the pandemic began, overall speeds have increased, along with reckless driving, she said. “
Ahmed (PhD ’28), Smart, and Noland Review Carbon Emissions and Remote Work
The authors report findings on carbon emissions associated with driving to the respective campuses and the modes used and perform an analysis of the potential effect of changing the university’s remote work policy for staff. They find, unsurprisingly, that mandating additional days in the office increases commuting emissions.
Kopp and Climate Scholars Assess Atlantic Coast Seasonal Flood Drivers
The authors found that north of Boston, MA, the most extreme flooding occurs in the cool season, while south of Wilmington, NC, the most extreme flooding occurs in the warm season. In the mid‐Atlantic region, both seasons contribute significantly to flood events. At all locations, cool‐season storms drive the more routine extreme sea levels. These findings highlight the importance of studying winter storms to improve coastal flood preparedness.
3 crossing guards killed in 3 years. How a nice job for retirees became frighteningly dangerous.
“It’s one of the most dangerous jobs in municipal government,” said Sean Meehan, research project manager for the New Jersey Safe Routes to School Resource Center at the Alan M. Voorhees Transportation Center at Rutgers University. “We see a lot of bad behavior.”
NJSPL: Professors Cantor and DeLia Dissect Gov. Sherrill’s Healthcare Proposals
Governor Sherrill’s first budget proposal provides an early look into the administration’s healthcare affordability agenda. Professors Joel Cantor and Derek DeLia examine the agenda and make recommendations.
Rubin and Flores-Serrano Receive NJASPA Awards
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Society for Public Administration (NJ ASPA) honored ten distinguished public servants and eight outstanding graduate students at its 2026 Annual Awards Reception. Dr. Julia Sass Rubin received the NJ ASPA Academic Excellence Award and Juan Flores-Serrano, MPP (’26) received a Student of the Year Award.
Montgomery Twp Health Checkup: The Connection Between Municipal Planning & Residents’ Wellbeing
“When I put together the syllabus …, I wanted to make sure the students not only beta tested the specific topics within the toolkits, but also to a place-based analysis. I selected Montgomery, partly because I have worked with them before,” said Dallessio.
Singer (DHA ’27) and Prof. Bhuyan Address Physician Burnout
“New Jersey leaders should start by measuring how much after-hours EHR work physicians are doing and use that data to demand documentation reform from technology vendors and federal regulators.”
Jagannathan Receives Fulbright to Expand Nurture Thru Nature in India
As part of the Fulbright award, Jagannathan will make multiple visits to Delhi between August 2026 and July 2028 to co-design, implement, and evaluate a tailored version of the NtN program alongside faculty partners in India.
New Jersey Announces Star-Studded Celebration Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to turn New Jersey into a destination, not just a transit hub,” said Dr. James Hughes.
Essex County Property Taxes Lead New Jersey: Updated Guide Details Relief Programs
“At a time when property taxes are a central concern for homeowners across the state, giving residents the tools to understand how their tax bills are calculated, what the money pays for, and what rights they have as taxpayers is a meaningful contribution to civic literacy,” said Marc Pfeiffer.
Akira Drake Rodriguez (PhD ’14) and Benjamin Teresa (PhD ’15) Win UAA Best Paper Awards
Two of our stellar former doctoral students received best paper awards at the 2026 Urban Affairs Association conference: Akira Drake (’14) and Benjamin Teresa (’15)
Baraka, ex-gubernatorial candidate, seeks 4th term as mayor of N.J.’s largest city
“If you assume that the county line would have given those people a huge advantage, you would essentially come down to who came from the largest piece of the district,” said Julia Sass Rubin.
NJ activist sees fruits of her labor — many primary rivals
“If you assume that the county line would have given those people a huge advantage, you would essentially come down to who came from the largest piece of the district,” said Julia Sass Rubin.
After two years of struggle, lawmakers are poised to rewrite – and scale back – Colorado’s AI regulations
Samuel said., “So if something like (AI-driven discrimination) comes to light, we need to already have regulations in place, which will protect the consumer. That’s where transparency comes in. If my credit application is rejected, I need to have an explanation for why.”
NJ Homeowner Property Tax Guide: 2026 Update
“At a time when property taxes are a central concern for homeowners across the state, giving residents the tools to understand how their tax bills are calculated, what the money pays for and what rights they have as taxpayers is a meaningful contribution to civic literacy,” said the report’s author, Marc Pfeiffer.
NJSPL Blog: Overview of Literature for AI and Small Businesses
Researchers at the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development, with funding from the New Jersey State Policy Lab, are currently engaged in a project to examine how New Jersey’s public artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives can better align with the evolving needs of small businesses in the state.
Bloustein School announces faculty promotions
Promotions reflect the high standards of teaching and research for which the Bloustein School is known.
Public Transit User Experiences and Feelings of Safety among Marginalized Genders
LGBTQ+ respondents are more vulnerable to harassment on public transportation than respondents who identify as cisgender and straight. Policy and planning measures aiming to address safety and harassment on public transit may not be effective for SGMs.
NJ State Financial Aid Outcomes Dashboard Released
Anita Franzione, 2026 Rose Teaching Excellence Award Recipient
The award is presented annually to a full-time faculty member committed to quality teaching, outstanding commitment to student achievement, and dedication to student mentorship.
Pfeiffer and Brannigan Opinion: In Consideration of Public Service
Let’s recommit ourselves to the fundamental values that have enhanced our communities and nation since our founding 250 years ago. This is a time to gratefully acknowledge those noble public servants who, each day, improve the quality of our communal lives through their work.
Two different divorces? Dr. Jocelyn Elise Crowley analyzes how divorce over the age of 50 produces different impacts for men and women in Thrive Magazine, Winter/Spring 2026.
Crowley’s research, based on interviews with 80 individuals, reveals that gray divorce carries many of the same emotional and practical challenges as divorce at any age.
Why Central Jersey rail towns are at the center of NJ’s housing boom
“New Jersey’s housing production roller coaster has been defined by long-term crests and falls since the 1940s,” James Hughes said. “The increase in construction during the 2020s so far suggests a potential turning point that adds important context to ongoing policy discussions about housing supply in New Jersey.”
Emeritus Professor John Pucher: A Blueprint for Better Biking
Bloustein professor emeritus John Pucher, alongside co-authors Ralph Buehler, Marcel Moran, Emmanuel de Lanversin and Rachel Aldred, build upon this theme in “Cycling in New York, London, Paris, and Berlin before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic” published by the International Journal of Sustainable Transport in April.
Stamato Commentary: Gerrymandering’s ugly return—and why New Jersey should think twice
Gerry was flawed; he succumbed to party pressure. But he believed in good governance and stood on the right side of history when he pressed for constitutional protections that endure. They may matter now more than ever.
New Jersey might go on a housing production tear this decade, Rutgers study predicts
“There’s a desire by the powers in Trenton that we at least maintain or stimulate more housing production,” Hughes said. “One of the sources of new housing has been obsolete office buildings. They have the land and utilities in place. It’s higher density housing, but policies like that can be very effective.”
Stamato Commentary: Academic freedom is dying a quiet death in N.J. universities
Threats to free speech do not end at the campus gate — they affect us all. When students are no longer exposed to a variety of viewpoints and faculty feel compelled to limit their speech on and off campus, democracy itself is at risk.
U. Professor says Affordable Care Act has not reduced financial burden of cancer treatment
“I think having a good understanding of the insurance plan is always important irrespective of your age group,” Bhuyan said. “A lot of people don’t want to look at it until they are faced with a life threatening severity … We should be more knowledgeable about our insurance production plan for sure and specifically around those important, life-changing events.”
Dr. Crowley Explores Technology-Facilitated Violence Among Women Rideshare Drivers
What happens when women rideshare drivers confront sexual abuse from male riders? Most perpetrators don’t stop—they persist. Dr. Crowley sheds light on technology-facilitated gender-based violence experienced by women in the U.S. ridesharing industry.
NJSPL: Detecting Change in NJ Historical Water Bodies Using ArcGIS Pro
Researchers have been in the process of creating digital representations or features of historical water bodies in New Jersey to map and identify problem areas with a history of flooding and sewer overflow problems. By utilizing the NJDEP’s Land Use/Land Cover of New Jersey 2020 dataset, the researchers were able to contrast that against identified historical water bodies and examine how the size and shape of these water bodies have changed over time.
Study finds exclusionary housing occurs under private entities, not HOLC
A recent study published by the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy shows that although racially and economically exclusionary housing practices in El Paso, Texas, were widespread during the first half of the 20th century, the Home Owners’ Loan Corporation (HOLC) had limited overlap with the exclusionary covenanted properties.
Bloustein School Joins National Effort to Advance Constructive Dialogue Across Campuses
EJB Talks: Sea Level Rise, Community Engagement, and New Jersey’s Environmental Future
Janine Barr, a researcher at the Bloustein School’s Environmental Analysis and Communication (EAC) Group, joins Dean Stuart Shapiro this week on EJB Talks to discuss the center’s work on climate change impacts, the New Jersey Climate Change Resource Center’s Science and Technology Advisory Panel Report, and her path to environmental policy.
What ‘Chicken-Gate 2026’ Tells Us About Modern Restaurant Economics and the Affordability Crisis in NYC
Hughes Publishes New Rutgers Regional Report with CAIT
“Altogether, these economic, demographic and geographic factors provide a broader framework for understanding recent housing production trends within the state’s evolving economic and population landscape,” said Hughes.
Ashley Caldwell (PP ’26), Daughter of Lt. Governor, Blazes Her Own Trail of Service
“Ever since I was little, I had a passion to help people who couldn’t help themselves,” said Caldwell, who attends Edward J. Bloustein of Planning and Public Policy. “I took a public policy course and fell in love with the subject matter. I felt like it was one of the only majors that you’re asked to come up with your own innovative solutions.’’
UG Students Explore Climate-Resilient Design at NYC and NJ Waterfront Sites
Students enrolled in Professor Ignaccolo’s Introduction to Urban Planning & Design recently took part in a hands-on field trip to two recently completed waterfront park projects as part of the course’s Spring lecture series and experiential learning component.
‘Radical’ model pays off at college for adults with some credits
“Places where people live and work, like barber shops, libraries and workplaces, can also be sites for higher learning. Learning was already happening in these places; CU is just helping to make it valued in a more formal way to make it work towards a degree.”
What is Heat Island and What is Being Done About Them?
“We’re helping to tell the story because we want to make sure that the community members involved are getting the benefit, understanding the importance of this project and how it’s impacting the community.”
Jersey City’s $250 Million Budget Hole Could Mean Higher Taxes for Homeowners
Marc Pfeiffer put it plainly: “When one-time revenue sources grow from 4.5% to over 25% of a city’s budget in just a few years, that’s a clear warning that budgets are being balanced on paper rather than in reality.”
Will Payne, Jermaine Toney promoted to associate professors with tenure
The Bloustein School is pleased to announce that at their recent meeting, the Rutgers Board of Governors approved Will Payne and Jermaine Toney as Associate Professors with tenure. Their promotions are a testimony to the high quality of their work and the ability of the Bloustein School to attract world-recognized scholars.
Bloustein Alumni, Faculty Take Key Roles in NJ’s Future
Over the last few months several Bloustein School alumni and faculty have been elected, or appointed to, key positions in New Jersey and elsewhere, underscoring the school’s longstanding role in preparing leaders who shape public policy across the state.
Stamato Op-Ed: Lessons for NJ in managing $1.1 billion opioid settlement
We must establish programs with input from those with expertise and commitment to meeting the states’ critical needs in the treatment and prevention of opioid addiction. And not least, we must establish the community’s trust in government.
New Jersey State Policy Lab Celebrates 5th Anniversary with Annual Report
We are prepared to continue this important work into the future, building connections between research and policy, investing in the next generation of leaders, and centering the needs of communities across New Jersey.
The Return of the County Line?
“Clearly this is not what the court had in mind,” [Rubin] said, adding that if Camden County Democrats can pull this off, it could be a “slippery slope” for future primaries both there and in other counties.
Dallessio’s Plan4HealthNJ Studio Bridges Public Health and Comprehensive Planning
Sponsored by the American Planning Association-New Jersey Chapter (APA-NJ) with a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the Plan4HealthNJ project is an ambitious multi-year project bridging together public health and comprehensive planning.
Research Day 2026 Recap: Winners and Videos
The Bloustein School’s 5th Annual Research Day took place on Friday, April 3rd. Watch Lightning Talks by various Bloustein professors and researchers and esteemed panelists
Rutgers teaches conversation skills to address political polarization | Opinion
In the entryway of the Eagleton Institute of Politics, the Rutgers Democracy Lab recently launched a “democracy wall” project that poses thought‑provoking questions and invites students to respond.
Ralph and White: Is Induced Travel Covered in Transportation Engineering Textbooks?
What are transportation engineering students learning about induced travel? According to new research by Kelcie Ralph and Ellen Oettinger White, not enough. Their review reveals significant gaps in how textbooks address this foundational concept and its implications for policy and practice.
Bhuyan Co-Authors Study on Persistent Financial Burdens for Cancer Survivors
Soumitra Bhuyan, Executive Director of Health Administration Programs and Associate Professor at Rutgers University-New Brunswick’s Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, is the co-author of a new article that evaluates the impact of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on healthcare costs for cancer survivors.
2026 NJBIZ Health Care Power List includes Prof. Joel Cantor
The 2026 NJBIZ Health Care Power List includes Prof. Joel Cantor, the founding director of the Rutgers Center for State Health Policy and a longtime leader in health policy research.
NJSPL: How Demonstration Projects Strengthen Rapid Response Programs
Demonstration projects are short-term, low-cost installations that test street design changes. They have become a powerful tool for municipalities looking to improve safety, build public support, and accelerate long-term improvements.
Ahmer Qadeer (PhD ’23) as Director and Chief Pension Administrator for NYC Mayor Mamdani
Ahmer Qadeer (PhD ’23) will serve as Director and Chief Pension Administrator of the NYC Mayor Mamdani’s Office of Pensions and Investments. He brings experience in economic justice, labor policy and corporate governance, and worked with labor-affiliated pension and benefit funds.
Democracy Lab aims to be ‘model’ for overcoming polarisation
“They’re going to feel like this is a place where I can have a voice. This is a place where I can learn to listen to other people that I disagree with and find some common ground, ” said Longo
Big school chiefs’ salaries better deal for taxpayers. See their perks.
“Every parent wants class sizes as small as possible,” he said. “Most schools will not increase class sizes unless there’s a problem.
“There has to be a crisis for that to happen. So a lot of schools, if their enrollments were dropping, didn’t do anything,” Pfeiffer added.
Toney & Kelly: A History of Local Racial Housing Covenants and Federal Housing Policies
By analyzing subdivision land records, we identify property deeds containing racially or economically restrictive clauses that encompass nearly half of the total platted land area in El Paso, Texas, from 1900 to 1950.
Human review, responsibility should be the ‘core feature’ of AI solutions, official says
It can be tempting to incorporate an AI solution into parking enforcement, like an automated ticketing or fine system, but “everybody adopting any of these [artificial intelligence] technologies needs to address the risks … and develop appropriate risk reduction or mitigation strategies,” said Marc Pfeiffer
Dockside Learning at Port Newark/Elizabeth
Heldrich Staff Receive the 2026 Coleridge Data Champion of the Year Award
“We are grateful to Coleridge for the opportunities to network, collaborate, and learn and are inspired by the work of the other states and their partners. Finally, we hope our experience offers proof that our day-to-day efforts can have a real impact on the people we all serve.”
NJ Postsecondary Employment and Earnings Dashboard Now Available
Rutgers MHA ranked #26 in 2026 by U.S. News and World Report
The Rutgers Master of Health Administration program continues its upward trend by jumping to #28 in the annual U.S. News and World Report rankings of Best Graduate Health Care Management Programs.
Chen et al. Use Google Street View to Verify Cannabis Retailers
GSV virtual audit methods may be appropriate for visually verifying cannabis retailers contemporaneously, but are not appropriate for reconstructing historic retailer lists. Some states (e.g., California) may require the use of additional verification methods.
“Work Trends RU” Podcast with Steve Reynolds
Listen to the latest episode of the Heldrich Center’s Work Trends RU podcast, featuring featuring Aaron Fichtner, Ph.D., President of the New Jersey Council of County Colleges. Dr. Fichtner discusses the role New Jersey’s 18 community colleges play in expanding access to higher education, developing a skilled workforce, and meeting the evolving needs of students, employers, and local communities.
New college graduates face a tough job market. Here’s why unemployment hits them harder
Many college graduates have some time before they need to figure out their own health insurance coverage. Young adults can typically stay on a parent’s private plan until age 26, said Joel Cantor. Some states even allow dependents to stay on longer than that.
Newman and Cuite Lead RU Engaged Seminar & Spring Break Experience
“RU Engaged spring break was designed to help students understand that Rutgers and New Brunswick are deeply interconnected,” said Kathe Newman, professor at Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy and director of the Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement. She developed the class with Cara Cuite, undergraduate program director and associate professor in the Department of Human Ecology at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.
RWV Publishes Report on Affordable Housing on Faith Land
“These are really mission-driven projects which is what makes them a little different than other developments,” Mian said. “The congregation is motivated and inspired by faith to build affordable housing but also by financial concerns and supporting the congregation.”
EJB Talks: Small Wins, Big Impact: On the Front Lines of Local Public Health
In this episode of EJB Talks, Peter Tabbot ’91 MPH ‘97, longtime local health officer in Rockaway, NJ and a Bloustein School public health lecturer, shares his path into public health and what it means to lead at the community level. He explains the wide-ranging role of health officers, from managing essential services to working with governments and residents.
At Rutgers, Students Are Learning About Democracy in a Lab
Nicholas V. Longo, the inaugural director of the Rutgers Democracy Lab, insists democracy is something you learn by doing – not just in a classroom or at the ballot box, but in the everyday work of navigating challenges, listening to others and finding common ground.
Samuel, Thakuriah Lead Discussions at RAD Collaboratory
Professors Samuel and Thakuriah participated in the inaugural 𝐑𝐮𝐭𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 (𝐑𝐀𝐃) 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 symposium on 3/24/26 – an amazing event that has sparked much interest in collaborative research with AI as a matchmaking catalyst.
Bulger et al. Examine Food Security, Sovereignty as Climate Adaptation
This review highlights substantial heterogeneity in how alcohol and cannabis co-use is conceptualized and mea-sured. Few studies examined simultaneous use specifically or disentangle co-use from broader polysubstance patterns
Advancing Women’s Equity Through Policymaking: An NJSPL Panel
NJ growth cools as immigration slows nationally, Census finds
The Trump administration’s anti-immigrant rhetoric and crackdown clearly have had an impact, making it “much less attractive to come to the United States,” said Rutgers University Professor James Hughes, who studies the state’s demographic trends
Real-World Insights in Global Freight Movement
Residents furious as N.J. town manager racks up $813K in comp time working ‘crazy hours.’ Will he cash in?
“It didn’t turn the tap off,” Pfeiffer previously told NJ.com. “And so now we’re living with the decisions that were made years ago.”
Fines weren’t enough to keep Jersey City hospital open, so lawmakers aim to get tougher
“The idea was to monitor more closely,” Cantor said. “I don’t recall that we had discussions of imposing penalties, but just to have the state poised to be better positioned to predict when hospitals were getting into trouble.”
Trump’s Actions to Slash Red Tape Fall Short of Early Promises
“If it holds up in court, it will lead to specific deregulatory actions that will be very significant for the economy and the environment,” said Stuart Shapiro, pointing to the ending of fuel economy standards for cars and emissions rules for power plants…
Pfeiffer Demystifies Property Taxes on IssuesWatch Podcast
New Jersey is famous for many things, but its nation-leading property tax rates usually top the list of resident grievances. In this episode, we sit down with Marc Pfeiffer, senior policy fellow, to demystify the complex machinery behind property taxes.
MCRP candidate selected for prestigious Port Authority Leadership Fellow Program
Bloustein School MCRP candidates Bobby Johnson and Julia Kohn have been selected for the Port Authority Leadership Fellow Program. The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program for leadership and public service in the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan region. It offers on-the-job experience in business functions, including planning, finance, security, facility operations, human resources, and other areas. Leadership Fellows are involved in four rotational assignments designed to develop a strong foundation in business acumen, adaptability, and knowledge of Port Authority operations, to build future leaders within the organization. Upon completion, Leadership Fellows are often considered for key positions in the agency.
Noland and Fulton: Saving Oil in a Hurry, Again!
In 2005, researchers Bob Noland and Lewis Fulton worked with the International Energy Agency to release analysis and policy recommendations to address concerns over “peak oil” and rising oil prices. More than twenty years later, this work continues to be more relevant than ever as the world is experiencing the most severe oil supply disruption in modern history, triggered by the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran and the near-complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Dr. DeLia Explores the Future of Health Economics
This blog article by Derek DeLia examines the growing political interest in “consumer-driven” healthcare, which proposes giving individuals more direct control over healthcare spending through tools like high-deductible plans and health savings accounts.
How Penn Station could be renamed ‘Trump Station’
New York leaders could be making a calculated political decision by not putting up roadblocks to a renaming, said Michael Smart.
Community and Belonging Lecture: Health Justice in Action
Mian, RWV Launch Affordable Housing on Faith Land Database
Nadia Mian, Ph.D., Senior Program Director, Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement recently launched the Affordable Housing and Shelter on Faith Land Database and published an accompanying report.
Geisha Ester Appears on Latest Episode of Transit Unplugged
NTI’s Executive Director, Geisha Ester, recently appeared on the latest episode of Transit Unplugged. Host Paul Comfort sat down with Geisha to discuss why workforce development is the most important investment transit agencies can make right now and how agencies and public transit professionals can access NTI’s free training to support that work.
‘Frustrated by the extremes,’ lawmaker urges rent control talks
“The same thing is happening with rent control,” Paul said. “When we see states considering it, developers are saying ‘we’re going to leave’ but that really hasn’t played out.”
What’s driving the shrinking of North Jersey’s white collar job market
“Many probably were not at that time yet factoring in the full impact of a longer and broader conflict — so the expectation of moderate improvement over the next six months could prove optimistic,” Will Irving wrote in an email.
N.J.’s highest paid police chief got a $541K retirement payout
It’s “not the first time it’s happened in state laws where the Legislature has an idea, but the follow through execution is not well addressed,” said Marc Pfeiffer
Planning students selected for prestigious Port Authority Leadership Fellow Program
Bloustein School MCRP candidates Bobby Johnson and Julia Kohn have been selected for the Port Authority Leadership Fellow Program. The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program for leadership and public service in the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan region. It offers on-the-job experience in business functions, including planning, finance, security, facility operations, human resources, and other areas. Leadership Fellows are involved in four rotational assignments designed to develop a strong foundation in business acumen, adaptability, and knowledge of Port Authority operations, to build future leaders within the organization. Upon completion, Leadership Fellows are often considered for key positions in the agency.
Sherrill keeps her promise to take action against N.J.’s soaring electric rates. But is it enough?
A shortage in capacity has translated into New Jersey utility customers “being hit with these crazy cost spikes,” Andrews said.
Risk Analysis Celebrates Distinguished Prof. Greenberg
One theme that ran consistently throughout our interview was Mike’s belief in the importance of collaboration with wide range of people, disciplines, and government policy-makers.
School Tax Vote Sparks Affordability Debate in Montclair
“When some property values go up they eventually affect everybody, and that can result in gentrification and the loss of middle income homeowners,” Pfeiffer said.
STEM Pathways are a Two-Way Street, Not a “Leaky Pipeline”
Bloustein School Associate Director updates property tax guide for NJ residents
“If you are a renter in downtown New Brunswick … somebody is paying property taxes in some way on the property you live,” Pfeiffer said. “Your rent is going to include some portion of the property tax bill so the homeowners can pay it.”