Gentrification, crime and equity topics of new mayor's meeting with cleveland think tank

Gentrification, crime and equity topics of New Mayor’s meeting with Cleveland think tank

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May 3, 2023
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NEWARK, NJ – Newark’s innovative solutions for equitable economic growth were in the spotlight Tuesday, as Mayor Ras J. Baraka welcomed a delegation of over 60 leaders from Cleveland to the city. The delegation was keen to learn about Newark’s approach to solving issues related to economic growth, public safety, and infrastructure.

During the visit, the leaders were treated to insightful presentations by some of Newark’s top officials. Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé spoke about how the city addresses crime as a public health issue, while Allison Ladd, Deputy Mayor/Director at the City of Newark, discussed how the city is preventing gentrification and assuring equitable growth.

Kareem Adeem, Director of Water & Sewer Utilities at the City of Newark, also presented the delegation with information about how Newark was able to replace all 23,000 known lead service lines in less than three years, at no cost to residents. This achievement was particularly noteworthy, given the ongoing issues faced by many cities with aging infrastructure and lead contamination in their water supplies.

The Cleveland delegation identified Newark as a model city for innovative solutions to these issues, and the visit provided a valuable opportunity for them to learn from Newark’s successes. Mayor Baraka expressed his gratitude for the visit, stating that he was pleased to share Newark’s approach to equitable economic growth with other cities.

The visit was seen as a positive step forward for both cities, as they work to improve the lives of their residents and create opportunities for sustainable growth. Newark’s innovative solutions for economic growth, public safety, and infrastructure have earned the city a well-deserved reputation as a leader in urban development, and the Cleveland delegation’s visit only served to reinforce this view.

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