Economic Development & Downtown Programs

Whatever your business – and however its growing – Newark is the place for it. The City’s staff value each interaction with you and will continue to facilitate the productive public-private partnerships that make Newark a place where businesses can thrive. Explore the information below to see how we can assist your business, reflecting our commitment to create the best possible environment for your business and your life.

Business Resources
>Links to local associations and groups plus guides & documents

Brownfield Program
>Details on ongoing and planned efforts to clean-up contaminated properties

Community Reinvestment Areas
>For property owners - program overview & details on how to apply for tax abatement

Development Sites & Guide
>Details on targeted areas for new development/redevelopment & City processes

Downtown Revitalization Program - NEW
>For downtown property owners - program overview & details on how to apply for funding assistance to update buildings

Joint Economic Development Agreements
>Details on current and planned JEDD & JEDZ’s

Retention & Expansion Program
>For existing businesses - details on the City’s program for assistance to businesses

Small Business Loan Program - NEW
>For small business owners intending to expand or start-up new businesses
   - program overview & details on how to apply for funding assistance

Special Improvement District
>For downtown property owners - program overview & details on the SID

Tax Increment Financing Districts
>Details on current and planned TIF Districts

Tax Credits & Historic Preservation 
>Details on available tax credits

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For further information, please contact:
    Stuart Moynihan, Economic Development Coordinator
    Phone: (740) 670-7546
    Email: smoynihan AT newarkohio DOT net