All City loan related questions may be directed to Nina Ndichu, Director of Planning, Community and Economic Development at (814)539-2504 Ext. 110 or via email to: [email protected].

Agendas and Minutes

• LRC Agenda 7-19-2023 
• LRC Meeting 7-19-2023

The Façade Improvement Program is open to all commercial properties within city limits.  Businesses and property owners are offered architectural assistance along with a fifty-fifty match up to $5,000 for improvements to a building’s exterior including signage, surface treatment, windows, and landscaping.

Facade Guidelines

Facade Application

Facade Checklist

Sections of the City are designated by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUB Zones). Businesses in these locations receive special consideration for contracting with all federal agencies, including set asides.

A portion of the City is included in the Greater Johnstown Keystone Innovation Zone, a state delineated area where partnerships between higher education institutions and technology based businesses are encouraged.  Businesses who locate in the KIZ can qualify for tax credits.  Those businesses without a tax liability will have the ability to sell their tax credits.

The department of Community and Economic Development has create a checklist that is used at the beginning of a project in order to ensure that all parties (City Staff, developer, project manager, property owner, etc.) understand the scope of the project and the necessary requirements needed to have a successful process and project.

Business Development Checklist

Click here to Access Online Survey

Purpose:

This survey aims to gather information on the effectiveness, availability, and fairness of and access to economic development and entrepreneurial resources in order to better understand and address gaps in service.

The City of Johnstown is committed to improving access to economic development resources for all residents, particularly those from disadvantaged and marginalized populations. Ensuring equity in access to entrepreneurial and business development resources is crucial for fostering inclusive economic growth. Governments and economic development organizations have significant responsibilities in this regard. This responsibility stems from the recognition that barriers such as systemic discrimination, lack of access to capital, and limited networking opportunities disproportionately affect certain demographics, including racial minorities, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Si necesita esta encuesta en un formato alternativo, como letra grande, audio o un idioma diferente, contáctenos en [email protected] o al 814-539-2504.