Congressman Norcross Announces New Federal Partnership for Camden Revitalization
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Cherry Hill, NJ – Today, Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) announced that Camden City has been selected from a pool of over 125 national applicants as one of our country's eight new Promise Zones.
..."Today, we are entering a new and exciting chapter in Camden City's turnaround," said Congressman Norcross. "Building upon the framework for success that has been laid at a state and local level, this designation will provide key federal resources to jump start efforts currently underway to grow jobs, improve public safety, and enhance education opportunities. We are proud to be selected as one of 8 cities nationwide for this important designation and I thank President Obama and Secretary Castro for sharing in our vision for Camden and for recognizing the City's potential as a great place to work, study and live."