Council President Outlines Vital Elements to Bringing Businesses to Newark

C. Lawrence Crump, president of the Newark Municipal Council, said the city’s economic well-being requires a healthy partnership between municipal government and business groups.

“My door is always open. Keep pushing us. Keep asking us questions,” Crump told the crowd during a Feb. 25th meeting hosted by The Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP), a major chamber of commerce that serves the Greater Newark region. The event was sponsored by United Airlines.

The event, billed as “A Conversation with  C. Lawrence Crump,” brought together business and community leaders for a discussion on Newark’s  economic growth, business development, and policy initiatives. 

“Engaging directly with Newark’s leadership is essential for fostering a thriving business  environment,” said Ferlanda Fox Nixon, president and CEO of NRBP. 

“Council President Crump’s insights reaffirm the city’s commitment to economic growth, business support, and community  collaboration. NRBP remains dedicated to connecting our members with the resources and  relationships that drive success,” Nixon added.

Crump said the cornerstone for attracting and retaining  businesses in Newark included supporting organizations like Invest Newark, which provide critical resources for  businesses. 

In addition, he said the city needed to beef up public safety through improved cleanliness and lighting, and grow downtown residential development and keep housing affordable.

Crump also said Newark needed to support small businesses by streamlining and simplifying the procurement opportunities, and that large-scale projects could be reshaped into smaller bids to attract a wider range of firms.

The meeting also involved discussions over Newark’s infrastructure improvements,  its workforce  and attempts  to strengthen its position as a tech hub. 

Crump, a lifelong public servant and son of the late Mildred Crump, the former  longtime councilwoman and previous council president, emphasized his  commitment to continuing his mother’s legacy of service. 

He shared that his personal goal is  always to “do what I can to help others.” 

For more information on NRBP and its programs, please visit www.newarkrbp.org.  

About Newark Regional Business Partnership 

Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP) is the premier chamber of commerce for the  Greater Newark region. NRBP’s mission is to strengthen our business community through  connections, resources, and advocacy. The organization connects its members to partners and  resources that can help strengthen their business and increase the economic competitiveness of  Newark and the region. www.newarkrbp.org