WHICH PART OF NEW JERSEY WILL SEE THE MOSTGROWTH?

New Jersey has its problems, but it also has a lot ofadvantages that make it a popular place for businesses to be. So,despite the sagging economy, some growth is expected. The questionis, which part of the state will attract the most growth? Thisweek's poll respondents were split almost evenly. Equal numbers(36%) anticipate growth in the Northern and Central parts of thestate. Slightly fewer (27%) think South Jersey will see the mostgrowth. Dianne Brake, president of PlanSmart New Jersey, expects tosee growth all over the state, but she has high hopes for thenorth. Here are her thoughts:

"There's the most growth and then there's important growth. InNorthern New Jersey, which already holds about 70% of New Jersey'spopulation, growth would be driven by the strength of New YorkCity's economy and the desire to be near the financial hub of thewestern world. So, as long as New York stays strong, North Jerseywill be attractive.