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  • phone(201) 547-6910
  • fax(201) 547-5104
  • 4 Jackson Square (39 Kearney Ave)
    Jersey City, NJ 07305

    Déjà Anderson Director of Community Development
    Déjà Anderson, Director

    The Division of Community Development is responsible for administering federal grant programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

    Our mission is to strengthen Jersey City through fostering solid partnerships and responsibly investing our funding resources in the community.

    We seek to develop Jersey City as a viable community by promoting integrated approaches that provide decent, affordable housing, suitable living environments, public spaces, public services, and expanded economic opportunities.

    Our core values are IDEAS:
    Integrity, Dedication, Enthusiasm, Attentiveness, and Solutions.

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2022 Consolidate Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Draft Public Hearing 

We value your input and welcome any feedback and questions during the public comment period for the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), which runs from May 2nd to June 1st. Your participation is vital in shaping the future of our programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA).

To share your comments, please submit them to the Division of Community Development at [email protected] Your feedback will help us improve and enhance our services to serve the community better.

Draft 2022 CAPER 

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Annual Action Plan Comment Period

The City of Jersey City invites residents and non-profit providers to provide valuable input and comments on the proposed recommendations for activities undertaken through the CDBG, HOME, HOME ARP, ESG, and HOPWA Programs.

To ensure transparency and community engagement, the City will hold a 30-day public comment period for the PY 2023 Annual Action Plan Draft. This period will be open from April 11, 2023, to May 11, 2023. The draft will be available at designated locations: 4 Jackson Square, 39 Kearney Avenue, Jersey City NJ 07305 or City Hall 280 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302, and on the City's website located at the link below.

We encourage you to actively participate in shaping the future of these programs by sharing your feedback. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Division of Community Development at 201-547-6910 or email us at [email protected]

Your input is crucial in guiding our efforts to meet the needs of our community effectively. Thank you for your involvement and contribution.

Draft Annual Action Plan

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