Neighborhood Preservation Program - NPP

In October 2021, the Town of Newton was awarded a 5-year designation by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs Neighborhood Preservation Program (NPP) which includes an initial $125,000 grant to generate visible, tangible change driven by local residents and business owners.  It is anticipated that the Town of Newton will receive up to $125,000 a year for five years to assist with economic and community development.  
See below for more details:

Original Implementation Plan

2023 Updated Implementation Plan

2023 Eligible Property List

Facade and Signage Application

Progress: 

Summer 2022

Plants and flowers were delivered and installed in 58 self-watering planters on Spring Street. These planters are designed with a wicking system and water only needs to be added once a month in drought conditions! They use less water, are maintenance free and are down right attractive!

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Fall/Winter 2022/2023

We hired a local artist to paint winter scenes on several windows along Spring Street. It added to the cozy festive feeling of the season and was appreciated by many people, both young and old!

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Facade and Signage Improvements - Ongoing

Also available to local businesses in the NPP District is a grant for Facade and Signage improvements. Check out below how some local storefronts have already been transformed!

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SPRING/SUMMER 2023

Utilizing NPP funds, the Town hired Mural Artist, Caren Olmsted from Olmsted Mural Group to design and install a 60' x 14' mural at the corner of Moran and Spring Streets! This beautiful artistic work showcases many elements of the Town and draws attention from members of the community and surrounding areas. We even had opportunities for community members to assist in the painting of the mural and become a part of history!

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