JULY 24– SEPTEMBER 12: CAUSA SUI: THE ART OF JACQUELINE SOLIMEO
This exhibit, Causa sui (pronounced kau̯. sa ˈsʊ. i) is a Latin term relating to a philosophical hypothesis denoting that something is self-generating or self-creating. Artist Jaquie Solimeo offers her take on abstract painting and what makes her love it so much.
As imperfect humans, she thinks that we can feel so aware of that imperfection that the process of creation and expression like art can be tainted. When Jaquie sees art that she carefully planned, re-visited, and toiled over, it seems ugly because what she really sees is this all-consuming battle against imperfection. Her experience with abstract art, however, is that it’s almost as if it creates itself. There’s no plan, no expectation, no anxiety…and in the end when she looks at it, she finally sees art and beauty. She sees nothing of herself and it’s like she had no part of it. It’s a special mental space to enter into when you can enjoy art as if you didn’t make it.
The mixed media abstract paintings in this Causa Sui collection are largely monochromatic and generally influenced by grunge. You can expect to see translucent layers, scrapes, markings, lines, drips, and bits of mica. Rarely are brushes or tools used during the painting process but rather air, motion, heat, and repelling mediums are used to create unique shapes and organic motion.
The Dallas Stars take on the New Jersey Devils tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others.
Jason Robertson — Roope Hintz — Wyatt Johnston Mason Marchment — Matt Duchene — Mikael Granlund Jamie Benn — Mavrik Bourque — Evgenii Dadonov Oskar Back — Colin Blackwell — Logan Stankoven
Thomas Harley — Esa Lindell Lian Bichsel — Matt Dumba Brendan Smith — Cody Ceci
The Stars did not conduct a morning skate Saturday.
Latest for THW:
Devils projected lineup
Ondrej Palat — Jack Hughes — Jesper Bratt Timo Meier — Nico Hischier — Stefan Noesen Paul Cotter — Erik Haula — Dawson Mercer Tomas Tatar — Curtis Lazar — Nathan Bastia
Brenden Dillon — Dougie Hamilton Brett Pesce — Johnathan Kovacevic Luke Hughes — Simon Nemec
Jake Allen Nico Daws
Scratched: Kurtis MacDermid, Justin Dowling, Seamus Casey
Injured: Jacob Markstrom (MCL sprain), Santeri Hatakka (shoulder), Jonas Siegenthaler (lower body)
Status report
Hischier will play after missing the past six games with an oblique injury. … Jack Hughes will play after representing the United States at the 4 Nations Face-Off. … Markstrom, a goalie, and Siegenthaler, a defenseman, each was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
(PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ) — West Windsor Arts presents the GR8 Works Fundraising Art Show, an exhibition and sale of original 8 x 8 inch artworks, which benefits the art center’s Artist in Residence programs. The show runs from March 4 to April 5, 2025.
“This is a very special show for us because it brings together talented local artists enthusiastically showing their support for the arts by donating 50 or 100 percent of the proceeds from their artwork sales to West Windsor Arts,” says Aylin Green, Executive Director, West Windsor Arts. Participating artists gain recognition for their work by being part of a popular show, and also contribute to an organization dedicated to elevating artistic expression within the community.
“The response has been tremendous,” adds Green, “We reached out to our community of artists to be a part of the GR8 Works Art Show by creating an original 8 x 8 inch artwork. The works of more than 100 artists will be on display and for sale. It’s a great opportunity for art lovers to pick up original work at a great price.”
The sale, which runs from March 4 through April 5, features artwork from across a variety of styles and mediums—including landscapes, abstracts and florals—each available for just $88. The event will officially kick off with an opening reception on Friday, March 7, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, where attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artists and explore the unique collection of works available for purchase. Sales will be conducted both online and in person starting March 4.
“Through this fundraiser, we also hope to continue growing the Artist in Residence program, now in its second year,” says Green. “The Artist in Residence program brings great energy and creativity to the West Windsor Arts community with open studio time, workshops, artist talks and more.”
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Supporting the Artist in Residence Program – West Windsor Arts launched its Artist in Residence program in 2024 to create an inspiring space where artists can work, teach and engage with the community. Through this interactive program, the arts center can offer the community more enriching experiences.
This year’s Artist in Residence, Dr. Maria Lupo, is a nationally recognized artist and board-certified art therapist whose work is deeply influenced by myth and fairy tales. As both an artist and therapist, Maria uses creative expression to tell stories and help others unlock the healing benefits of art. She will also serve as the juror for the upcoming Member Show at West Windsor Arts with a theme of “your visual journey through art.” Anyone can become a member and submit work for consideration by February 25, 2025.
Maria also invites community members to stop by the art center during her studio hours to chat about art and learn more about her career as an art therapist. “From the first time I walked into this space, I felt really comfortable,” says Maria. “The vibe of this place is beautiful—so artsy and soothing—and the roster of classes is amazing.”
For more information about the GR8 Works Fundraising Art Show, click here.
The West Windsor Arts Council offers art and cultural events, workshops, and classes for all ages and in all disciplines at the West Windsor Arts Center and in the community. West Windsor Arts Council is located at 952 Alexander Road in Princeton Junction, New Jersey.
The game is set to drop the puck at 6 p.m. ET at the Prudential Center.
After a brief break, the Devils are looking to maintain their momentum as they face the high-flying Dallas Stars, who are currently sitting comfortably near the top of the Western Conference standings with a 35-18-2 record. Meanwhile, New Jersey, with a solid record of 31-20-6, is eager to bounce back from their time away and continue their push for playoff positioning in the competitive Metropolitan Division.
The Devils are expected to rely on their fast-paced, aggressive style of play, led by star players like Jack Hughes and Dougie Hamilton, to challenge the Stars’ stingy defense and high-powered offense. On the other side, Dallas brings an impressive roster headlined by Jason Robertson, Miro Heiskanen, and goaltender Jake Oettinger, making them a formidable opponent.
Fans can catch the action live on MSGSN or tune in on the Devils Hockey Network for radio coverage.
For those attending, tonight’s game is presented by Integrate Comfort Systems, adding extra excitement to what is sure to be a thrilling evening of hockey.
Whether you’re watching from home or live at the arena, this game promises to deliver plenty of excitement, as the Devils aim to come out strong after the break and face off against one of the NHL’s top teams.
Now that the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off is over, the New Jersey Devils will look to get back on track after going 5-5-0 in their last 10 games. They return to work today (Feb. 22), hoping to cement their playoff position as they face the Dallas Stars.
There are a few difficulties the Devils faced prior to the break, including injuries, inconsistency, and a lack of movement prior to the trade deadline. Nonetheless, there are a few Devils who must make a stronger effort. Let’s take a look at three players who need to step up for the remainder of the season.
Curtis Lazar
Curtis Lazar has had a tough season, especially after being sidelined for months following knee surgery. However, after returning to the Devils’ bench, he went 11 games without scoring a point. Lazar managed two points throughout January but has just one shot on goal in his last six games.
The Devils need Lazar to snap out of his recent slump to correct their bottom-six scoring problem. With just four points in 32 games, Lazar must start contributing more. This season, he has created 17 scoring chances for the Devils, as compared to 77 during the 2023-24 season.
Despite having a career-high 25 points last season, Lazar has just one goal and three assists this season. His puck possession is also not ideal, and he allows more scoring chances against the Devils than he generates. This is demonstrated by his minus-6.8 on-ice expected goal differential, as well as his 36 Fenwick percentage.
Even though Lazar is a fourth-liner, he needs to step up, especially if the Devils want to succeed in the postseason. It appears that Lazar will remain on a line with Tomas Tatar and Nathan Bastian, but this combination must start generating more offensive chances.
Tomas Tatar
Tatar needs to embrace his role as a veteran leader. He has managed just one assist against the Montreal Canadiens this month, and has only four points since New Year’s. It’s no secret that his point production has decreased since last season. Right now, Tatar is on pace for 21 points. This would be his lowest total since his 2012-13 sophomore season on the Detroit Red Wings.
Tatar rotates between the Devils’ third and fourth lines, averaging 0.9 shots on goal and 0.25 points per game. Tatar also hasn’t been excelling defensively. He has 28 giveaways this season, 11 of which were in the defensive zone.
Tomas Tatar, New Jersey Devils (Jess Starr/The Hockey Writers)
Tatar records an average of 10:39 ice time per game, part of which he spends on the Devils’ second power-play unit. Tatar has just three points on the man advantage this season, which certainly doesn’t help the Devils’ recurring problem with secondary scoring.
Originally, the Devils attempted to recapture the magic of the 2022-23 season, where Tatar was a 20-goal scorer on a line with Nico Hischier and Dawson Mercer. However, Tatar must find a way to excel in his new bottom-six role before it’s too late. Tatar’s one-year contract with the Devils will expire at the end of the season, and the 34-year-old will become an unrestricted free agent.
Dawson Mercer
The final player that needs to contribute more is Mercer. Despite recording at least one shot per game for the last month, Mercer has just six points in his last 15 games. He took on additional responsibility in the wake of Hischier’s injury, serving as a second-line center leading up to the break. In the Devils’ last three games, he returned to his dominant right-wing position for Timo Meier and Erik Haula.
Currently, Mercer ranks below the 50th percentile in both top shot speed and offensive zone time. He is on pace to score 36 points this season, which is a major drop-off from the 56-point career high he set two seasons ago.
Despite his recent struggles, Mercer is still a valuable asset. This marks his fourth straight season skating in every single game. It’s clear that the Devils’ franchise intends to keep him around, especially since he signed a three-year, $12 million extension last September.
He could also play an important role if the Devils advance to the postseason. During their 2022-23 playoff run, Mercer scored three goals, including one on the power play and a shorthanded goal. With just 25 games remaining in the regular season, Mercer must improve his offensive play.
Devils’ Efforts Moving Forward
The Devils remain in the third playoff slot in the Metropolitan Division, eight points ahead of the Columbus Blue Jackets. They must play with consistency, instead of repeating last season’s heartache. According to MoneyPuck, the Devils have an 89.1% chance of advancing to the postseason, but there is still plenty of work to be done.
It all starts with their next game tonight, where the Devils will face the Stars at the Prudential Center.
The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) has released its 2025 Threat Assessment, providing an overview of the threat landscape in New Jersey for the upcoming year, highlighting emerging trends in domestic extremism and cybersecurity.
The annual assessment, in its 17th year, serves as a critical resource for public- and private-sector partners, aiding them in identifying and mitigating both physical and cyber risks as potential threats continue to evolve.
“In an era where threats are constantly shifting both locally and globally, we must remain vigilant and adaptable,” stated NJOHSP Director Laurie R. Doran. “At NJOHSP, our proactive and dynamic strategy focuses on identifying and mitigating threats before they arise. While we cannot prevent every threat, we remain committed in our efforts to reduce risks and improve security at all levels. The key to our success is through collaboration with our partners and the community; by educating and encouraging the reporting of suspicious activity, we enhance our collective resilience.”
2025 Threat Assessment Key Findings
Extremist Threats: Homegrown violent extremists (HVEs) and white racially motivated extremists (WRMEs) continue to rank as a high threat to New Jersey. Despite increasing global attention on foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) such as HAMAS and Hizballah, ISIS remains the primary influence on HVEs in the U.S. HVEs are individuals inspired—as opposed to directed—by FTOs and radicalized in the countries in which they are born, raised, or reside. FTOs—such as al-Qa’ida and its affiliates, ISIS, HAMAS, and Hizballah—are considered low threats to New Jersey due to their inability to successfully direct or conduct an attack on U.S. soil. WRMEs have focused on making threats and planning attacks against perceived enemies. Extremists are expected to increasingly use emerging technology such as generative artificial intelligence to enhance recruitment and radicalization efforts through mass-produced propaganda, deepfakes, and real-time interactions.
Cyber Threats: The New Jersey Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell anticipates a rise in the volume and impact of cyberattacks against New Jersey public and private institutions, critical infrastructure assets, and residents. These attacks will be operationally debilitating and costly and will adversely impact public health, the welfare and safety of New Jersey residents, the economy and public interests of the State, and national security.
Organized Crime and Transnational Threats: The New Jersey Regional Operations and Intelligence Center has identified threats from transnational criminal organizations such as Tren de Aragua and South American Theft Groups, which are attracted to New Jersey for criminal activities due to its location near major urban centers. NJOHSP’s counterintelligence efforts have revealed that foreign actors are engaging in transnational repression, unlawfully targeting political opponents, dissidents, journalists, and others in the U.S. to silence and control them.
In conjunction with the assessment’s release, NJOHSP continues to emphasize the importance of the “See Something, Say Something” campaign. Anyone who observes threat-related suspicious activity with a nexus to terrorism, targeted violence, or other related activity should immediately report it to local law enforcement or to NJOHSP’s Counter-Threat Watch Unit by calling 866-4-SAFE-NJ or emailing [email protected].
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 was a member of the consultant team that assisted the Office of Planning Advocacy with the update to the State Plan. I contributed analysis on multiple subject matter areas addressed in the Plan, including parts of the Research Briefs section, Population and Employment Projections section, and the Lasting changes in the post-COVID world section.
The “Research Briefs” section consists of four subject-matter reports:
Transit-Oriented Development’s Renaissance in New Jersey
Young Adults and Walkable Urbanism
Redevelopment Is the New Normal
Planning for the Challenges of an Aging New Jersey
The “Population and Employment Projections” section describes how we evaluated population and employment projections, the issues we examined, and what methodology we decided to adopt. The projections are discussed in the State Planning Commission (SPC) meeting minutes from the 11-6-24 meeting, where the SPC officially adopted the population and employment projections as we recommended.
The final section of the Population and Employment Projections Appendix, labeled “Lasting changes in the post-COVID world,” highlights some questions that arose during the State Plan update process about changes that were brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is important to watch for which of these changes have staying power and which might revert to their pre-pandemic state since they will have implications for what future growth and development in New Jersey looks like.
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 or joining a public meeting!
Attend one of a series of upcoming public meetings, one in each of New Jersey’s 21 counties. The Salem County meeting happens on February 19, at 5 p.m. and the NJ Highlands Council and Somerset County meetings are February 20. Find more information on these and your county meeting here.
Email (stateplancommentssosnjgov) to submit your comments.
Public comments can be submitted at any time during the cross-acceptance process which culminates with the State Planning Commission meeting (anticipated December 2025) at which the vote will take place to adopt the final version of the Plan.
To ensure adequate time for comments to be considered, the Office of Planning Advocacy recommends submitting by April 16, while the county public information meetings are still taking place.
Timeline for Cross-Acceptance Process:
December 6, 2024: Cross Acceptance commences. Draft Preliminary State Development and Redevelopment Plan released for public comment.
February 12 to April 16, 2025: Public Information Meetings, one per county. Check the Update to State Development and Redevelopment Plan page in the item about the 2025 County Public Meeting schedule for the latest.
Spring/Summer 2025:
Cross Acceptance Reports
Statements of Agreements and Disagreements
Negotiation Phase
State Agency Reports and Responses
Complete Infrastructure Needs Assessment, Phase II and Impact Assessment
Summer/Fall 2025:
Incorporate results of Cross-Acceptance into the Final Draft State Development and Redevelopment Plan
Hold six (6) Public Hearings (5 virtual and 1 in person)
Release the Final Draft State Development and Redevelopment Plan
Winter 2025: State Planning Commission adopts final State Development and Redevelopment Plan
Your voice shapes New Jersey’s future. Share your input by submitting a comment or joining a public meeting.
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity & Accountability (OPIA) today announced that a former New Jersey Department of Corrections officer was sentenced to a three-year term in state prison after using excessive force and assaulting a resident of the Adult Diagnostic and Treatment Center (ADTC)’s Special Treatment Unit (STU) in Woodbridge.
Giuseppe Mandara, 55, of Brick, New Jersey, a 15-year veteran of the DOC at the time of the incident, was sentenced on February 21, 2025, by New Jersey Superior Court Judge Thomas K. Isenhour, presiding at the Union County Courthouse in Elizabeth. The defendant was ordered to surrender in March to begin serving his sentence.
Mandara pleaded guilty during a hearing on December 3, 2024, to aggravated assault (3rd degree). Following his guilty plea, the court entered an order, consistent with the terms of a plea agreement reached with OPIA, directing that Mandara forfeit his public employment and be forever disqualified from any future public office or employment.
“This needless, unprofessional attack was inconsistent with the years of experience and training that this officer had. In a moment of rage, he lost sight of his responsibilities and his position and set out to simply inflict excessive physical harm,” said Attorney General Platkin. “This type of conduct undermines the good work done every day by other law enforcement officers to uphold the law and ensure public safety across New Jersey. My office is committed to ensuring that people who are in custody are not subjected to abuse, violence, or violations of their rights by those representing the State.”
“Rather than following his training and de-escalating this situation, the defendant enflamed a verbal dispute into a physical confrontation,” said Drew Skinner, Executive Director of OPIA. “He subsequently concocted a false narrative claiming that his actions were self-defense. Unnecessary and excessive uses of force against those in custody will not be taken lightly, and the defendant will now be held to account.”
Based on documents filed and evidence presented to the court in the case and Mandara’s plea allocution, Mandara assaulted the victim on August 23, 2019, inside the sally port area of the West Housing Unit in the STU.
After a verbal disagreement at Mandara’s desk, the victim was walking away to his assigned work location when Mandara continued the dispute, taking off his duty belt and following the victim. That utility belt included sensitive equipment including the keys to the facility and a radio. In arguing for the sentence, the State pointed out that the defendant’s anger had reached the level that “he simply did not care if he had left unoccupied for any resident to retrieve these critical pieces of security equipment.”
According to the investigation, Mandara cursed and threatened the victim while he followed him instead of following his professional training, which required him to deescalate situations. Another corrections officer attempted to block Mandara from proceeding as he stormed after the victim. The defendant engaged in a physical assault, and Mandara and the victim ended up on the ground, where the physical altercation continued. Mandara repeatedly punched the victim while he was on the ground. As part of his plea, Mandara acknowledged his actions were done with the intent to cause significant bodily injury and were excessive and without justification.
Several days after the altercation the victim suffered a fatal stroke. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:17B-107(a)(2), a state grand jury received evidence and heard testimony from the state medical examiner about the cause of the stroke and manner of death. The grand jury did not initiate homicide charges in connection with the victim’s death.
Deputy Attorneys General Amy Knutsen and Peter Choy prosecuted the case for OPIA, under the supervision of OPIA Executive Director Skinner.
County Clerk Ann Grossi Awards Scholarships to Talented Students at Reception
Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi today announced the 2025 winners of the annual Morris County Manual Cover Contest, presenting awards to the top three finalists at the Clerk’s Office conference room on Court Street in Morristown.
“This is one of my favorite duties as the Morris County Clerk. Although I shouldn’t be surprised, because I know the capabilities of our students, their ingenuity and creativity continue to amaze me each year. It’s a tribute to the dedication and support of their teachers and families who have brought them here to accept their awards,” said Clerk Grossi.
The annual contest invites high school students across Morris County to design the cover of the county manual, a resource guide containing contact information for local, county, state and federal officials, as well as boards and commissions. This year, a panel of judges selected the top three designs from 106 submissions.
The 2025 contest winners, who received certificates of recognition and scholarship awards, are:
First Place: Abigail Lezcano, a freshman at Morris Knolls High School, received a $500 scholarship. Her design will be featured on the cover of the 2025 Morris County Manual.
Second Place: Thomas Perrotti, a senior at Randolph High School, received a $200 scholarship.
Third Place: Paloma McDonald, a sophomore at Boonton High School, received a $100 scholarship.
In addition to being featured on the manual’s back cover, the students’ artwork will be framed and displayed at the County Clerk’s Office throughout the year.
Judges for this year’s contest were Lillian Simms, a clerk with the Morris County Clerk’s Office; Lisa Brett, Assistant to Mount Olive Mayor Joe Nicastro, and Stephanie Kaulfers, Legislative Aide to State Assemblyman Christian Barranco. The awards ceremony was attended by the finalists, their parents, teachers and public officials, including: Morris County Administrator Deena Leary, Assistant County Administrator Brian Murray, Clerk of the Board Debra Lynch, Denville Mayor Thomas W. Andes, Rockaway Township Mayor Joe Jackson and Randolph Deputy Mayor Mark H. Forstenhausler.
First published in 1906, the Morris County Manual serves as a comprehensive guide to government contacts and services within Morris County’s 39 municipalities. It also includes congressional and legislative district information and an election timetable for 2025. The latest edition will soon be available online at the Morris County Clerk’s website: morriscountyclerk.org.
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Photo 1: (l-r) First place winner Abigail Lezcano, a freshman at Morris Knolls High School; second place winner Thomas Perrotti, a senior at Randolph High School; third place winner Paloma McDonald, a sophomore at Boonton High School.
Photo 2: Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi presents the first-place award to Abigail Lezcano (left).
Photo 3: The 2025 Morris County Manual Cover designed by Abigail Lezcano.
Council Brings Together New Jersey Business Leaders and State Government Leaders
Governor Phil Murphy today announced appointments to the Governor’s Economic Council. The Council will provide a regular forum for the New Jersey business community and state government leaders to discuss, collaborate, and solve issues important to the public and private sectors, with the goal of stimulating economic growth and prosperity.
The Council was created by Executive Order 369, signed into law by Governor Murphy on October 29, 2024.
“Convening this Council is another step in our commitment to building a high-growth economy driven by technology and innovation,” said Governor Murphy. “The council will serve as a forum for continued collaboration between the business community and state government to advance our shared economic goals.”
The newly appointed public Council members bring a diverse range of business, economic, land use, environmental, and trade experience from different geographic regions of the state. Public members appointed to the Council include:
Tom Bracken, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
Christina Renna, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey
Carlos Medina, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey
John Harmon, African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey
Jeff Kowalkowski, New Jersey Builders Association
Chrissy Buteas, HealthCare Institute of New Jersey
Dan Kennedy, NAIOP New Jersey
Zoe Baldwin, Regional Plan Association
Paulina O’Connor, New Jersey Offshore Wind Alliance
Doug Tomson, New Jersey Association of Realtors
Peter Connolly, New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program
In accordance with the Order, the members were appointed by Council Co-Chairs Eric Brophy, Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Growth, and Tim Sullivan, CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), to join seven members of the Murphy Administration on the Council.
“I am honored to have been chosen as a public appointee to Governor Murphy’s Economic Council. I look forward to working with the Administration and my fellow appointees, a group of dedicated business leaders, in establishing a forum that has the potential of producing the significant economic growth that our state desperately needs,” said Tom Bracken, President and CEO, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. “With New Jersey’s impressive demographics, unparalleled assets, and strategic location, our economic upside is significant. The Economic Council will enable the Administration and the business community to have quarterly, constructive dialogue to take advantage of our potential and turn it into much needed growth. I want to thank Governor Murphy for creating the Council, which we hope will be a foundation for economic growth that transcends future administrations. I look forward to contributing to what, I believe, will be a transformative boost to our business community and our future economic prosperity.”
“New Jersey’s business community has many opportunities, as well as challenges, several of which can be overcome by open communication and idea-sharing between government and business,” said Christina M. Renna, President and CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey. “Southern New Jersey is unique and has a very difference economic landscape than our northern brethren, which Governor Murphy recognizes and appreciates. I am humbled by the opportunity to assure that the region’s economic opportunities are communicated, our challenges understood, and to give a voice to the South Jersey business community on the Governor’s Economic Council.”
“New Jersey is blessed with a strong Hispanic Gross Domestic Product exceeding 100 billion dollars annually,” said Carlos Medina, President and CEO, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey. “I thank Governor Murphy for making sure that his Economic Council reflects the citizens which it represents. I’m excited to see how we can grow the economy for all!”
Within the Council, the Executive Order also establishes a Development Coordination Committee as a subcommittee that will focus on ways to streamline the intergovernmental review of complex development projects and improve communication amongst state, county, and local government financing and permitting entities with respect to projects that require a coordinated review.
The Development Coordination Committee consists of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Growth; the State Treasurer; the Commissioners of the Departments of Community Affairs, Environmental Protection, and Transportation; and the Executive Directors of the NJEDA, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, Schools Development Authority, and Infrastructure Bank, or their respective designees. The Committee is tasked with reporting to the Council on recommended policies, initiatives, or reforms that may be undertaken to reduce barriers to development or construction project disruptions or delays.
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Morris County Clerk Ann F. Grossi
Judges for this year’s contest were Lillian Simms, a clerk with the Morris County Clerk’s Office; Lisa Brett, Assistant to Mount Olive Mayor Joe Nicastro, and Stephanie Kaulfers, Legislative Aide to State Assemblyman Christian Barranco. The awards ceremony was attended by the finalists, their parents, teachers and public officials, including: Morris County Administrator Deena Leary, Assistant County Administrator Brian Murray, Clerk of the Board Debra Lynch, Denville Mayor Thomas W. Andes, Rockaway Township Mayor Joe Jackson and Randolph Deputy Mayor Mark H. Forstenhausler.
