The hallmark of a great plan is how it plays out in execution. We’ve been doing this long enough to know what it takes to realize your community’s greatest possible potential.
Not only will we be able to help you expand your ambition, we’ll also be able to plot the right course to get there. And yes, that includes funding, grant writing, and finding ways to get you access to bigger budgets.
We specialize in working with small to mid-sized municipalities to create authentic impact. We’ll find your community’s unique identity, learn what makes people want to be there—and use these insights strategically to elevate the quality of life and foster real, long-term growth.
Our team is dedicated to providing best-in-class service. Being transparent, responsive, and detail-oriented is the baseline—we’re ready to partner for the long haul and be there for the entire transformation.
Our team of value-obsessed, creative-thinking, grant-writing, expert planners—fully at your command and ready to get to work.
Specialties:
Planning professionals, redevelopment experts, zoning wizards, mapping specialists, graphic designers and grant writers. All your planning needs—under one roof.
Licenses/Certifications:
New Jersey Licensed Professional Planners, American Institute of Certified Planners; LEED Certified, Licensed Drone Pilots
Experience:
50+ years of combined experience in planning, redevelopment, design, and implementation.
Jessica Caldwell feels right at home building communities.
Education:
Portland State University, College of Urban & Public Affairs
Master of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Oregon
Department of Planning, Public Policy & Management
Licenses/Certifications:
Licensed Professional Planner, New Jersey, Certified Planner,
American Institute of Certified Planners, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design – Green Associate
Experience:
20+ years
We successfully wrote a $625,000 grant for creative placemaking.
The Borough of Wharton’s revitalization. We executed several redevelopment studies and plans to create a thriving downtown.
Ten years of revitalization in Newton increased the number of high-income earners by 41% and reduced the number of households in poverty by 42%.
I just say I’m a party planner—which isn’t far off since helping communities is fun for me.
We offer award-winning planning services and specialize in working with municipalities in Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Hunterdon, Warren, and Somerset Counties.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROJECT“J. Caldwell & Associates is a pleasure to deal with, quick to respond, and very detail-oriented!”
—Stephanie | Land Use Board Administrator, Jefferson Township