The Community
Development department (CD) represents the core of Tri-City’s mission of the
goal to implement programs and activities which help to establish strong
communities and self-sufficiency. CD implements projects with the purpose
of strengthening and developing the community to its fullest potential.
This is accomplished through building relationships with residents,
corporations, local leadership, and community and faith based organizations.
The CD department has engaged the community in the following:
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Senior Activities (Grown Folks Commission)
·
National Night Out (America’s Night Out Against Crime)
·
Honorable Donald K. Tucker Annual Award Luncheon (seniors are honored
for their service to the community)
·
Employment
information/referrals
·
Referrals to food
pantries and shelters
·
Referrals for social
services and behavioral health
·
Utility Assistance (NJ
Shares)
·
Apartment rental
referrals
·
Annual sweater and
coat giveaway