FAQs
The Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Alliance (BALBA) is the District Management Corporation for the Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Business Improvement District in
Newark, NJ. Established in 2017 by ordinance, BALBA was created to support economic development and improve the quality of life within the district through impactful services, events, and enhancements.
The BALBA district includes portions of Bloomfield Avenue and Lower Broadway in Newark. It encompasses a diverse mix of businesses, residents, and cultural landmarks in one of the city’s most historically significant commercial corridors.
BALBA provides supplemental services and programs that go beyond city services, including:
● Sidewalk cleaning and litter removal
● Graffiti removal and beautification projects
● Street pole banners and seasonal plantings
● Marketing and promotional support for local businesses
● Community events and district activations
● Capital planning and small-scale infrastructure improvements
BALBA is funded through a special assessment paid by commercial property owners within the district. These funds are reinvested into services and programs that benefit the corridor and the broader community.
No. BALBA is an independent nonprofit organization. While it collaborates with the City of Newark and other stakeholders, it operates under the guidance of a volunteer board of directors made up of local business and property owners.
Yes! BALBA offers opportunities to spotlight local businesses through social media, business profiles, and events. If you’re located in the district and want to be featured, email
hello@publicspaces.com with your business info and a photo.
From time to time, BALBA offers local grant or incentive programs focused on storefront improvements or public space enhancements. Check the website or email hello@publicspaces.com to inquire about current opportunities.
Board meetings are open to the public. If you’re a business or property owner in the district and would like to attend a meeting or be considered for the board, reach out to hello@publicspaces.com.
Follow BALBA on social media and check the website for news on services, events, and community initiatives.
The Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Alliance (BALBA) is the District Management Corporation for the Bloomfield Avenue/Lower Broadway Business Improvement District in
Newark, NJ. Established in 2017 by ordinance, BALBA was created to support economic development and improve the quality of life within the district through impactful services, events, and enhancements.
The BALBA district includes portions of Bloomfield Avenue and Lower Broadway in Newark. It encompasses a diverse mix of businesses, residents, and cultural landmarks in one of the city’s most historically significant commercial corridors.
BALBA provides supplemental services and programs that go beyond city services, including:
● Sidewalk cleaning and litter removal
● Graffiti removal and beautification projects
● Street pole banners and seasonal plantings
● Marketing and promotional support for local businesses
● Community events and district activations
● Capital planning and small-scale infrastructure improvements
BALBA is funded through a special assessment paid by commercial property owners within the district. These funds are reinvested into services and programs that benefit the corridor and the broader community.
No. BALBA is an independent nonprofit organization. While it collaborates with the City of Newark and other stakeholders, it operates under the guidance of a volunteer board of directors made up of local business and property owners.
Yes! BALBA offers opportunities to spotlight local businesses through social media, business profiles, and events. If you’re located in the district and want to be featured, email
hello@publicspaces.com with your business info and a photo.
From time to time, BALBA offers local grant or incentive programs focused on storefront improvements or public space enhancements. Check the website or email hello@publicspaces.com to inquire about current opportunities.
Board meetings are open to the public. If you’re a business or property owner in the district and would like to attend a meeting or be considered for the board, reach out to hello@publicspaces.com.
Follow BALBA on social media and check the website for news on services, events, and community initiatives.