The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded a $740,000 Project Grant to the New Jersey Transit Corporation under the Federal Transit Capital Investment Grants program (CFDA 20.500). The grant funds will support a comprehensive transit-oriented development (TOD) planning process for the light rail corridor in the Englewood, Leonia, Palisades Park, and Ridgefield areas of New Jersey. The planning activities will involve data collection, community engagement, corridor and station area assessments, visioning, and the development of implementation strategies to encourage equitable TOD and connect light rail riders to economic opportunities. The project aims to increase housing and access to services along the corridor, particularly in historically disadvantaged communities where six of the seven stations are located. The work plan emphasizes outreach to understand community needs and build support for TOD. The grant has an award date of September 5, 2023 and an ultimate completion date of April 30, 2028.
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