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About Redbank Renaissance, Inc.

Pennsylvania has changed the Main Street Program’s matching requirements, but in some ways improved opportunities. The matching requirements have gone up from $90,000 to a minimum of $115,000 to a maximum of $200,000 over 5 years for the full Main Street program. However, some programs have been opened to groups not in the formal program with a percentage or dollar-for-dollar match. We remain on the edge of the minimum 65 business requirement and have to use the school district’s population to reach the minimum 3000 in population. We hope to take advantage of some of these alternative funding programs if we can raise more in matching funds, even though we may not be able to hire a full time manager for the full Main Street Program. We continue to strive for regional cooperation to benefit the entire Redbank Valley Area and to improve our chances of obtaining state funding. Some projects that may be available include planning grants for streetscape improvements, façade improvements, anchor building and downtown reinvestment grants among others to help local businesses and the community. We are already seeing progress and continue to seek grants, pledges and donations to make improvements. Your support will be appreciated!

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Our Mission Statement

The mission of Redbank Renaissance is to direct a revitalization program, using our assets - Redbank Creek, picturesque landscape, Route 28/66 corridor and central tri-county location – to energize new and existing businesses and restaurants,  add retail, improve infrastructure, create jobs and reinstate New Bethlehem and the Redbank Valley  as an economic, cultural and recreational center that will create an even more attractive and wholesome place to raise a family, work and retire.

Our Vision Statement

New Bethlehem and the Redbank Valley area have a history and spirit of survival. This spirit runs deep in every individual, family, business and municipality. Redbank Renaissance has a vision that will capitalize on that spirit and history. We will form partnerships and collaboratives with area universities, businesses and community groups to promote the revitalization, growth and future of the area. This process will require improvement of infrastructure, continued improvement of buildings and streetscape,  strengthening of existing businesses while encouraging the creation of new businesses, jobs and retail shops to sustain a strong economic climate. Redbank Renaissance will capitalize on the assets of the region,  its wholesome environment, nature’s beauty, and transit on the Route 28/66 corridor, by utilizing recreational interests, commerce and tourism to maintain and energize  the revitalization of the Redbank Valley area.
 

Monday, February 6th, 2012
 

	Projects for 2010-2011 Current Fundraiser - Pens made of wood from the 1883 New Bethlehem Dam. Click here for info Redbank Valley Trails Information Click here for info New Bethlehem Trail Town Community Needs Survey by Mackin Engineering Company & McCollom Development Strategies Click Here Groups looking for local mission projects and community service work are welcome to call 814-275-1718 or scmateer1@comcast.net for possible coordination of future projects. Artists' and Crafters' Cooperative Click here for info 2011 Initiatives First Fridays in the Park Enjoy music and food in Gumtown Park on 1st Fridays in June through September and join us for the Music & Arts Festival on July 2nd! Click here for more Click Here for Artists/Crafters July 2nd Registration Form Arts & Crafts Show - December 3rd Registration Form More Info Trail Town Planning with New Bethlehem Borough PA Wilds Initiative Visit Trail Town page above for details YouTube Video High School Students: Need an idea for a graduation project that will benefit both you and the community? Click Here! More Info on Fundraisers and Events
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