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In communities across New Jersey, economic development conversations often revolve around major infrastructure projects, housing investments, transportation improvements, and downtown revitalization strategies. Yet sometimes one of the most influential tools available to a municipality comes in a much smaller package. In Haddon Heights, local officials believe a single liquor license could help unlock the next phase of commercial growth, attract new businesses, and strengthen the borough’s evolving downtown economy. After receiving no bids during an initial auction that carried a reserve price of $400,000, Haddon Heights officials have taken a new approach. By reducing the reserve bid by half and pushing the auction to September, borough leaders are now reporting renewed interest from potential buyers and...

In communities across New Jersey, economic development conversations often revolve around major infrastructure projects, housing investments, transportation improvements, and downtown revitalization strategies. Yet sometimes one of the most influential tools available to a municipality comes in a much smaller package. In Haddon Heights, local officials believe a single liquor license could help unlock the next phase of commercial growth, attract new businesses, and strengthen the borough’s evolving downtown economy. After receiving no bids during an initial auction that carried a reserve price of $400,000, Haddon Heights officials have taken a new approach. By reducing the reserve bid by half and pushing the auction to September, borough leaders are now reporting renewed interest from potential buyers and...