Harrison Announces Plan To Jumpstart Economic Revolution
Councilman-at-Large and candidate for mayor Duncan Harrison announced his plan to jumpstart an economic revolution in Trenton by establishing a new Office of Business Retention and Recruitment. The primary mission of this office will be to provide local businesses with the resources they need to succeed and to leverage Trenton’s local resources to better market the city as a destination for start-ups and businesses looking to expand.
“We need leaders with a bold vision for Trenton’s economic future and the courage to make the changes that will transform our city into an economic powerhouse,” Harrison said, “My Office of Business Retention and Recruitment will be the spark we need to ignite Trenton’s economic revolution.”
Harrison’s Office of Business Retention and Recruitment will eliminate the confusion and bureaucratic shuffling that has caused businesses to give up on Trenton by ensuring that every department in City Hall is represented. Streamlining communication and decision-making will make it easier and more convenient for established businesses to expand in Trenton and will make the city a more appealing destination for start-ups.
Harrison is also committed to supporting Trenton’s small business owners, which is why the Office of Business Retention and Recruitment will provide local businesses with resources they need to grow and hire more Trentonians. That means helping small businesses compete for government contracts as well as streamlining services so businesses can work with the government on façade improvements, obtain permits for community events, and accomplish their goals without getting tied up in red tape.
“There are many small businesses that want to compete for government contracts but may be intimidated by the process,” Harrison said. “How can a small business ever grow into a medium or large business if it doesn’t take that leap of faith? I am committed to simplifying and opening up the process for Trenton businesses.”