# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for this hands-on event for communities looking to transition from vision to action on transit friendly planning.About this EventMany New Jersey communities want to make better use of their transit assets or shape land use patterns that support transit—but the first steps aren’t always clear.This forum will bring together municipal leaders, downtown managers, and community partners to explore practical, achievable strategies for transit-friendly planning and transit-oriented development (TOD).Why You Should AttendLEARN FROM EXPERTS. Hear from state and local leaders about early actions, coordination, and available resources.SEE WHAT WORKS. Discover lessons from New Jersey communities that are just getting started.TAKE PART. Engage in interactive small group discussions to explore ideas and identify next steps for your own downtown or station area.Featured SpeakersNatalie Pineiro, Downtown NJ – Welcome & IntroductionsStephanie DiPetrillo, NJTOD/VTC – TOD 101 FrameworkMegan Massey, NJ TRANSIT – Transit Friendly Planning at NJ TRANSITMichael Manzella, NJDOT – Transit Village InitiativeKeith Henderson, DCA – Neighborhood Preservation & Main Street programsInteractive Small Group DiscussionsHANDS-ON & COLLABORATIVE. Explore key topics with invited subject matter experts:Transit-Friendly Planning – Michael Swan, NJ TRANSITBicycle & Pedestrian Planning – Elise Bremer-Nei, NJDOTReal Estate & Development – Kristen Mitchell, NJ TRANSITSpecial Improvement Districts – Natalie Pineiro, DNJTransit Village Initiative – Jelena Lasko, NJDOTState Plan – Walter Lane, NJBAC/NJOPAHousing & Affordable Development – Jonathan Sternesky, NJHMFACommunity Development, Michelle Osorio, EDAWho Should AttendMunicipal leaders, downtown managers, planning staff, and community partners looking to take the first steps toward a transit-friendly downtown.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newark/taking-first-steps-toward-a-transit-friendly-future/100001988849583643
- **Event Categories**: business
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: NJ Transit Headquarters Conference Room 2A
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Newark
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: NJ Transit Headquarters Conference Room 2A
- **lat**: 40.7346253
- **long**: -74.1668421
- **full address**: NJ Transit Headquarters Conference Room 2A, 299 Market Street, Newark, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future being held?
  - **A:** Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future takes place on Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am to Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at NJ Transit Headquarters Conference Room 2A, 299 Market Street, Newark, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future?
  - **A:** Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future is organized by NJTOD.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newark, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Taking First Steps Toward a Transit Friendly Future sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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