About NDD
Our Mission
The Newark Downtown District (NDD), Newark’s special improvement district (SID) of the central business area, is a privately funded 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, dedicated to enhancing cleanliness, safety, and beautification in Downtown Newark, while preserving and enriching culture, commerce, and community.
NDD works hard to enrich the quality of life for those who live, labor, and leisure in Newark by providing supplemental cleaning and quality of life services, as well as physical improvements, marketing, and event programs. These efforts make downtown Newark attractive to residents, businesses, students, tourists, and visitors.
The NDD is funded through a special assessment on district commercial and residential properties, and is overseen by a Board of Trustees consisting of business and property owners within the District, representatives of non-profit organizations, as well as municipal officials and staff.
Staff & Board
2024 Board of Trustees
*Denotes Executive Committee Member
Cristina Cruz*
Chair, Prudential Insurance Co.
Richard Dunn*
Vice-Chair, Paramount Assets
Michael Bright*
Secretary/Treasurer, Newark YMCA
Sam Chapin*
L & M Development Partners
Roseann Smith*
Onyx Equities, LLC
Joseph Dabbah
Emerita Urban Renewal, LLC
Kyleesha Wingfield-Hill
City of Newark
Nicole Swan-Bennett
PSE&G
Lynette Lashawn
Off the Hanger
Tony Gibbons
Crawford Street Partners
Dawn Spango
NJ Transit
Paul Pereira
Small Business Owner
Amber Randolph
Rutgers-Newark
Mike Stephani
Panasonic Corporation
Darryl Walker
Newark Museum of Art
Kimberly Holmes, Esq.
NJ Dept. of Community Affairs
Honorable Council President LaMonica McIver
City of Newark
PARTNERSHIPS
The NDD is proud to partner with the following Newark and New Jersey organizations.
Become a Partner
At Newark Downtown District, we’re always looking to expand our vibrant network of partners.
Whether you’re a local business, an entrepreneur, or a community organization, we believe that together, we can create remarkable experiences and drive our community forward. Partnering with us means more visibility, more networking opportunities, and a shared commitment to the growth and success of our community. Interested in becoming a partner? Reach out to us and let’s explore how we can collaborate and make a lasting impact. Join us in shaping the future of Downtown Newark!
