1TRENTON, N.J. – Burlington City could soon gain a powerful new economic development tool under legislation introduced Monday by Sen. Troy Singleton that would authorize the creation of an additional Urban Enterprise Zone in the historic Delaware River municipality.

The measure, Senate Bill 4734, would increase New Jersey’s total number of designated urban enterprise zones from 32 to 33.

If approved, Burlington City would join a roster of municipalities participating in a program that offers reduced sales tax rates and business incentives aimed at revitalizing local economies.

Key Points

Senate Bill 4734 adds Burlington City as the 33rd Urban Enterprise Zone in New Jersey.

The bill was introduced by Sen. Troy Singleton (D-Burlington) on October 27.

The UEZ program allows qualified b

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