About one in five downtown storefronts is vacant but “there does not appear to be a defined pattern of vacancy,” according to the downtown strategic plan.
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Downtown strategic plan: Existing conditions, major employers
Almost 3,000 more people leave the city to go to work than come into Rahway, or both live and work in Rahway; that’s almost 24% more.
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Senior housing planned for Esterbrook site
A 60-unit affordable senior housing development is envisioned for Esterbrook Avenue.
City Council to set $1,000 cannabis application fee
Businesses aiming obtain a cannabis license would have to pay an application fee of $1,000 under legislation to be approved by City Council.
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Downtown strategic plan: Existing zoning
Existing zoning downtown is primarily governed by the Central Business District (CBD) Redevelopment Plan, first created in the late 1990s and amended numerous times since. The plan also includes 6 sub-districts.
Downtown strategic plan: Existing land uses
Existing land uses downtown are diverse, with a mix of commercial, mixed-use, industrial, parking and public uses.
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Poll: What’s your favorite sandwich in Rahway?
There’s something about a sandwich that’s just satisfying. You don’t need a fork and knife and there’s so many ingredients to choose from, not just what’s inside but even the bread that let’s you hold it without getting everything all over your hands.
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Poll results: Favorite coffee in Rahway
It was a gusher of a reader poll in March, with a record-setting total of tallies for What’s your favorite coffee in Rahway?