
2026 Strategic Plan
Chelsea's Goals & Impact
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Housing
Goals:
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Build organizational and capital readiness
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Strengthen the local housing ecosystem
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Expand equitable access to homeownership and stable housing
Outcomes:
Chelsea has given $304,000 towards homebuying grants

Merchant Support
Goals:
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Provide direct, on the ground support to Chelsea businesses by a dedicated individual
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Improve commercial corridos through facade and business development investments
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Activate Dover Park as a neighborhood destination that supports local businesses
Outcomes:
Chelsea has given $159,000 towards merchant support
Career Pathways
Goals:
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Support neighborhood based green career pathways through urban agriculture
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Create anchor institution college to career pathways through Stockton University
Outcomes:
Chelsea has given $305,000 towards career programs

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Beautification
Goals:
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Improve the Chelsea neighborhood through visible, block by block enchancements
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Strengthen neighborhood identity through branding, public art, and block level activation
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Prepare and steward Dover Park as a safe, welcoming community space
Outcomes:
Chelsea has done 255 beautification projects

Strengthening Communities
Goals:
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Build consistent, neighborhood, food based traditions
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Use events to strengthen volunteerism and local engagement
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Reinforce local culture, identity, and pride through celebration
Outocmes:
Chelsea has done over 444 community events








