Programs & Services
Emergency Notifications
Gas, electric, theft, scams. As soon as we are notified, we send out a fax and/or email to the business community.Membership Meetings
Membership breakfast meetings are scheduled throughout the year to update the business community on the various events, programs, and issues in Red Bank. These meetings are held at different locations in downtown Red Bank.Horticulture Project
A flowerpot may be purchased for the season. These pots are then planted, cultivated, and watered and are removed at the end of the season.Benches
The office coordinates the ordering, placement, maintenance and repair of commemorative benches placed throughout downtown.Street Cleaning & Maintenance
The streets, sidewalks, tree pits, etc. are kept clean by Guaranteed Landscaping and RiverCenter coordinates this project.Mailing Lists and Labels
Address lists and/or labels are provided to businesses in the district upon request.Market Kits
A kit with information on the SID, market facts, interesting articles about Red Bank, etc., are supplied to anyone requesting information about the business community.Real Estate Listings
We maintain and update listings of available rental space and buildings for sale. These lists are faxed or mailed to individuals requesting tenant or building inventory. An information sheet for prospective individuals to fill out and return is also included. RiverCenter then contacts them if their specifications become available.Vendor Requests
The office receives calls from crafters and vendors who are interested in participating in Red Bank events.Web Site at RedBankRiverCenter.org
RiverCenter updates the RedBankRiverCenter.org website. We add new events to the calendar on the website.Solicitation Permits
RiverCenter issues permits for non-profit organizations wishing to solicit for donations. These permits are good for two weeks time. Only two organizations are allowed to be out simultaneously. An organization must provide a letter on their stationary and include their tax-exempt number, dates of solicitation, and contact name. The dates are noted on our calendar, and the permit is stamped and given to the organization.Red Bank Gift Cheques
Red Bank Gift Cheques can be used as gift certificates at all stores in Red Bank that have an agreement to honor them. A letter explaining how they work is supplied with the certificates. Individuals wishing to purchase Red Bank Gift Cheques can come in to the RiverCenter offices to purchase them. Click here to see a list of participating retailers. Gift Cheques can also be purchased at Funk and Standard Variety Store and Valley National Bank.Fashion Shows
A non-profit organization may call RiverCenter to schedule a fashion show. Once a date is established, letters are sent out to businesses asking if they would like to participate. The information is then sent to Mary DeMont of Barbizon, who coordinates the show.Resource Library
RiverCenter maintains a resource library containing items such as newspaper archives, photo albums, etc. available for loan.Database
RiverCenter consistently maintains and updates a database containing property owner and business information.Accounting
All invoices for projects and programs are maintained and processed through RiverCenter.Generate Press Releases
Manage all media contact nationwide.Provide Staff Support
RiverCenter operates thru the all volunteer Task Forces, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors. RiverCenter is represented as a member of Red Bank Advisory Boards including Borough Special Events, KaBoom and Visitors' Center.Holiday Decorations Fundraiser
Varies from year to year. A fundraiser is given each year to provide monies to purchase and maintain the holiday decorations.Town & Christmas Tree Lighting
The Christmas tree and town lighting traditionally occurs on the day after Thanksgiving. This event takes many hours of coordination and volunteer time. This includes entertainment for the event, all borough and police requests, and finding a tree and placement.Menorah Lighting
RiverCenter, along with the Arts & Antiques District, participate in a Menorah Lighting at the Red Bank Train Station. A local temple provides the program of song and dance.Charter School Internship Program
RiverCenter is coordinating a program for students from the school to provide office assistance and volunteer time at the office.Educational Partners Program
RiverCenter is coordinating a program for students from Red Bank schools to provide office assistance and volunteer time at local businesses. A Career Fair sponsored by RiverCenter is held at the Red Bank Middle School each year.Grants and Loans
Information on grant and loan programs is made available to the business district.VIC Grants
The Visual Improvement Committee reviews applications for façade renovations within the district. Applicants must provide complete plans and meet borough requirements for consideration.Red Bank Representation
Several times a year RiverCenter represents Red Bank at local, county, state, and national meetings on economic development, tourism, real estate and retail matters.Calendar
Several times a year, calendar updates are sent to the county, state and shore for their distribution.Media Inquiries
Several times a month, RiverCenter receives questions or requests for interviews from the media; the Director or a Board member answers these requests.Study Tours
International and domestic study tours visit from communities in New Jersey, across the United States and abroad several times a year.Track Benchmarks
RiverCenter tracks benchmarks to measure success.Holiday Decorations
RiverCenter district coordinates the installation, maintenance, and removal of the holiday decorations. New decorations are purchased from a fundraiser held during the year.Grant Writing
RiverCenter applies to various agencies for grants to increase available programming dollars for seasonal events.Back to top
