07/03/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/03/2024 09:21
Trenton, NJ - The Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development nominations deadline for the 2024 Governor's Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Awards (Awards) is now extended to Friday, July 12. The 2024 Awards honor outstanding achievements in New Jersey's housing and development sectors. They celebrate individuals, organizations, and projects that exemplify the missions of the Governor's Housing Conference (GHC) Coordinating Agencies including the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, New Jersey Economic Development Authority, New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Financing Agency, and New Jersey Redevelopment Authority.
The Awards pay tribute to those whose contributions excelled the advancement of affordable and accessible housing opportunities for many of New Jersey's residents. By recognizing exemplary projects and initiatives, the Awards aim to inspire and encourage further efforts to enhance the overall quality of life for all New Jerseyans.
The Governor's Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Awards also seek to recognize projects and individuals who make significant contributions to job creation and retention, as well as those who invest in the future of the state's economy. By highlighting innovative economic development efforts, the Awards foster the development of sustainable businesses and strategies that drive growth and prosperity.
The Awards encompass various categories designed to capture different aspects of housing and economic development. They include:
The 2024 Awards will be presented at the Governor's Conference on Housing and Economic Development, which will take place on September 17-18 at Harrah's Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
To submit a nomination for any of the award categories or register for the 2024 conference, please visit njhousingconference.com. The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, July 12, 2024.
About the Governor's Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Awards:
The Governor's Excellence in Housing and Economic Development Awards serve as a prestigious recognition program celebrating outstanding achievements in the fields of housing and economic development in the state of New Jersey. These awards highlight individuals, organizations, and projects that contribute to the advancement of housing opportunities that are affordable and accessible to all residents of New Jersey. By recognizing exemplary projects and initiatives, the awards aim to inspire and encourage further efforts to improve the overall quality of life for all New Jerseyans.
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