Forum on business approval process at SCCC

Newton - The Sussex County Economic Development Partnership will host a breakfast forum about navigating the county and municipal approval process at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, in the Sussex County Community College Theatre. “The approval process can be confusing and frustrating,” said Tammie Horsfield, president of the partnership. “This forum will help construction professionals get a clear picture of how to get through the process easier and, hopefully, quicker.” The panel will include representatives from the county planning and health departments, and municipal officers, as well as representatives from the building and development industry, who will share first-hand experiences on getting through the process. The forum is a follow up to the partnership’s “Builders and Developers Showcase” held in December. “The partnership is pro-actively trying to offer assistance to make doing business in Sussex County more attractive,” said Horsfield. “Too many of our resident businesses are traveling out of the county every morning and we are trying to change that trend. “The approval process is something all professionals in the field have to deal with,” she continued. “This forum will provide good first-hand information from the people who sign the permits and certificates.” Reservations are required. Continental breakfast is free for partnership investors; $10 for other guests. For information, call 973-300-1988.