Employment & Economy
Goals
Goal 1 Create and support an ecosystem whereby local residents are positioned for employment in meaningful careers with living wages in the local economy.
Strategies
Goal 2 Create organization with reputation as an “honest broker” capable of connecting well-trained candidates for employment with employers who have job openings with potential for career advancement.
Strategies
Goal 3 Develop commercial and retail space on Springwood Avenue to satisfy local demand and attract regional shoppers.
Strategies
Goal 4 Attract and support commercial and retail businesses within the West Side Neighborhood.
Strategies
EXISTING CONDITIONS
Median Household Income
Employment Characteristics
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Access to Childcare
Some parents are unable to work because of the daunting cost and complication of finding childcare.
The Community Says
- Greater access to career and job training opportunities is extremely important to residents
- Communication between employers and job-seekers is lacking
- Springwood Ave needs both basic amenities and neighborhood shopping destinations, better bus service, and a walkable atmosphere
- Job training resources are needed within closer proximity to residents
- General economic opportunity is lagging in Asbury Park and the region