Capitalize on Trenton

Trenton UEZ in the NJ Economic Development Guide

Trenton UEZ — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:44:06 +0000

As part of Governor Chris Christie’s efforts to promote New Jersey nationally and internationally, they are working with Journal Communications to publish the New Jersey Economic Development Guide.

The New Jersey Economic Development Guide showcases our state’s core strengths that we in New Jersey know so well. Core strengths like strategic access to local and global financial markets, a highly trained workforce, comprehensive distribution network, state-of-the-art energy and communications infrastructure, and unique quality of life are among the many reasons businesses should open and grow in Trenton and New Jersey overall.

This guide is distributed by the NJ Business Action Center, NJ Economic Development Authority and Choose New Jersey at trade shows, conferences and events throughout the year.

The Trenton Urban Enterprise Zone advertised on page 18 of the current edition and on their website at www.NJEDG.com. Visit the website to request a copy of the publication or view the digital version.

New Jersey Economic Development Magazine

Trenton UEZ — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:37:44 +0000

Assembly Committee Clears Bill Tweaking Urban Enterprise Zone Program

Trenton UEZ — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:35:24 +0000

TRENTON – The Assembly Appropriations Committee released legislation today that would make several changes to New Jersey’s Urban Enterprise Zone program, including how money is allocated.

The bill would:

Set the allocation of revenues to be received by municipalities under the UEZ program from a decreasing percentage amount to a stable amount of 33.3% of revenues due until July 1, 2022 when all funding to UEZ municipalities under the UEZ program would cease;
Provide that UEZ municipalities are to annually receive that percentage of funding as a grant after application for the funds to the UEZ Authority, with 10 percent of that amount allowed for administrative purposes.
UEZ municipalities would be required to report to the UEZ Authority on all outstanding projects and on whether the qualifying municipality requests any reallocation of outstanding balances for other approved projects;
Provide that any outstanding balances from the UEZ assistance fund on any UEZ-approved project may be carried over from one fiscal year to another fiscal year and, if any outstanding balances are carried over for more than one year, that remaining amount shall be credited to the general fund;
Phase out the use of UEZ monies from the fund for police and fire services;
Clarify that future UEZ project funds be used only for capital investment and associated costs which will lead to increased economic activity and job creation;
Permit UEZ municipalities to use up to 75 percent of the interest amount received from the repayment of any loans made to UEZ businesses for the cost of administering those loans; and
Provide that if in any fiscal year where monies were due to be deposited in the UEZ assistance fund for use by UEZ municipalities but were are allocated to the general fund, those monies removed from the assistance fund are to be paid back to the assistance fund at the earliest possible date and be made available for approved UEZ projects.

Read full article: http://njtoday.net/2011/11/21/assembly-committee-clears-bill-tweaking-urban-enterprise-zone-program/

Trenton Small Business Week 2011 is underway!

Trenton UEZ — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 19:31:31 +0000

October 17th to the 21st, the City of Trenton is once again hosting a weeklong celebration of activities for businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals starting or changing careers. Last year, more than 5,000 people came to the Capital City and we are expecting an even larger crowd this October.

Visit http://www.smallbizweek.com/pages/index/ for the schedule and other details.

TSBW highlights include:

17 FREE seminars on topics like Going Global, Financing, Social Networks, Mobile Marketing, Veterans Programs – all designed to make your business more profitable!
Kick Off Breakfast at the Trenton Marriott with the Mayor’s Awards – 10/17
Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce Luncheon – 10/18
TD Bank Networking Reception – 10/18
10th Annual Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO – 10/19
Capital City Real Estate Reception – 10/19
MRCC Renaissance Ball – 10/21

City of Trenton Small Business Forum – Oct 6

Trenton UEZ — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 20:47:14 +0000

Invitation pdf

Thursday, October 6, 2011

8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Trenton Marriott

1 West Lafayette Street, Trenton New Jersey

Supporting the small business community continues to be an important priority for The State of New Jersey and The City of Trenton. You are invited to join us to hear about how the State, City, and financial institutions can help you expand your business goals and assist in revitalizing our State’s capital city.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with business development and financing experts, as we explore doing business in Trenton and financial and business assistance resources available to business owners to increase their access to capital.

Presenters & Panelists Include:

• John Clarke, Partner, Clarke Caton Hintz Architects

• Taneshia Laird, Executive Director, Trenton Downtown Association

• Thomas McGough, UEZ Coordinator, Office of Economic Development, City of Trenton

• Vernon Moses, Vice President, Small Business Banking, PNC Bank

• Margie Piliere, Regional Director, New Jersey Economic Development Authority

• Diana Rogers, Interim Executive Director, Capital City Redevelopment Corporation

• Monica Weaver, Mercer County Community College, Dean & Provost, Mercer Community College

Click here for free registration

Directions and parking information available here

For more information, please contact Lorie Brown at lbrown@njeda.com

Federal aid to businesses suffering from Hurricane Irene

Trenton UEZ — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 17:10:17 +0000

The following is a letter sent from Sen. Lautenberg to J.R. Capasso in the City’s Economic Development office. It contains instructions to apply for business loans. There are Spanish speaking representatives available as well.

I am writing because you have corresponded with me in the past, and I want to provide you with a critical update on Federal Government disaster assistance that is available for New Jersey residents harmed by Hurricane Irene. If you yourself have not suffered damage, please forward this information to any family or friends who may need assistance.

Yesterday, President Obama issued a Major Disaster Declaration for damage resulting from Hurricane Irene in our state, which makes many New Jersey residents eligible for a number of Federal disaster relief programs. These programs offer grants and loans to individuals and loans to businesses.

The Federal Government has set up a website that allows people to apply online for assistance: http://www.disasterassistance.gov.

This website consolidates the application process across several Federal agencies, including FEMA and the Small Business Administration. The website also reduces the number of forms you will ultimately have to fill out, shortens the time it takes to apply and allows you to check the progress of your applications online.

If you want to apply by phone rather than the Internet, you can call 1-800-621-FEMA (1-800-621-3362).

While the damage suffered across New Jersey is devastating, I know our state can rebound quickly. Federal aid will play a crucial role in our recovery, so please take advantage of the resources available. Please don’t hesitate to contact me anytime regarding this or other issues.

Sincerely,

Frank R. Lautenberg
US Senator

South Trenton Hurricane Rescue Fundraiser – September 9

UEZ — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:00:19 +0000

Click Here for event flyer

Trenton Social Restaurant
449 South Broad Street Trenton, NJ 08611
Friday, September 9, 2011
5-PM- 8PM

All You Can Eat Buffet
Suggested donations:
$15 / person, $25 /couple , $10 / students
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Sponsored by:
First Baptist Church, LALDEF, MCI Church, The Rescue Mission, STARS, Trenton Social
Photo by: Adam Immerwahr

For Immediate Release
Contact Person: Carlos Avila 609-954-4080

Help Underway for South Trenton Family Whose Home Collapsed

Trenton, NJ. Jason Florez’s first day as a freshman in college was scheduled for today. But after his family’s rented home on Ferry St. collapsed, due to heavy flooding, he lost all his clothes, books and parents’ car—displacing his entire family and delaying entry into college.

In an effort to help the Florez family and their neighbors several Trenton businesses and civic groups have joined forces to advocate for expeditious relocation aid from FEMA and the City of Trenton as well as to host a fundraiser. “It is imperative that FEMA and the City of Trenton provide families, whose homes are inhabitable, with relocation information and assistance without delay” said Carlos Avila.

According to the New Jersey Legal Service’s website it warns that, “Cities and towns do not like to pay relocation assistance benefits, even to people who are eligible for them. Displaced tenants are often told that they are not eligible for these benefits when they clearly should receive them”.

In addition, the group along with Trenton Social Restaurant will host a fundraiser this Friday, September 9, 2011 from 5-8pm to help the Florez and other families in the Ferry St. area hit hardest by the effects of Hurricane Irene. “We’re just doing our part to help our neighbors”, said Trenton Social manager TC Nelson who will donate the space and buffet. Suggested donations for the buffet are $15 per person, $25 for couples and $10 for students.

In line with its mission to support a safe and prosperous community for residents of South Trenton, Caty Poole President of STARS said, “The South Trenton Area Residents’ Society is happy to back efforts to come to the aide of South Ward citizens who’ve suffered great loss as a result of Hurricane Irene”.

The aiding partners in this effort include: The Rescue Mission, Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund, South Trenton Area Residents Society, Trenton Social Restaurant, First Baptists Church of Trenton and the International Charismatic Mission Church, others are also welcome to join the effort.
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New Jersey Premier Business Services (PBS) Accounts

UEZ — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:59:01 +0000

New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
Urban Enterprise Zone Program
Getting Started in Premier Business Services

The online UEZ Business Certification System is accessible only through New Jersey Premier Business Services (PBS).

If you already have a PBS account, navigate to the PBS home page (https://www16.state.nj.us/NJ_PREMIER_EBIZ/jsp/home.jsp) and LOG ON to access your services.

If you do not have a PBS account, follow the instructions on this page for your one-time registration process to create your PBS and My New Jersey accounts. After this registration, you will be able to log on and access the UEZ Business Certification System as well as additional State of New Jersey online services.

National Night Out is Tuesday

UEZ — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:23:58 +0000

By ANDREW KOLBENSCHLAG
For The Trentonian

TRENTON — On Tuesday, August 3, local towns and neighborhoods will join thousands of communities across America in celebration of the 27th annual National Night Out.

The event is intended to raise awareness for drug and crime prevention and develop and strengthen police-community relationships.

The following list, which includes some events in Burlington County and in Bucks County, Pa., is not a complete list of all events. Check back over the next couple of days as additional locations will be publicized.

Typically, if a township is hosting only one event, it will be held at the police station, town hall or some other central municipal location, and for the most part, events begin sometime around 6 p.m.

TRENTON

Events will be held in dozens of neighborhoods from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. In 2009, as many as 75 such gatherings were held in the city. Participants will enjoy cookouts, block parties and giveaways. Residents will also have the opportunity to interact with the police who patrol their neighborhoods.

Trenton adds its own unique touch to the Night Out by holding a “kickoff” rally the night before the event. The rally will be held Monday from 5 to 6 p.m. at City Hall.

There will be information about Night Out, refreshments, and raffles.

Read full article…

National Night Out 2011

UEZ — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:21:40 +0000

Tuesday, August 2nd

5:00 – 6:00 – Kick-off rally at City Hall

6:00 – 9:00 Cook-outs in neighborhoods around the City. UEZ member Rescue Mission of Trenton is hosting a family friendly event at the corner of Perry and Carroll Street. Food, games and toys.