WHO WE ARE . . .

We are your neighbors.  We are representatives of the business community, working together to address the issues of business ownership in the Borough of West Reading.

OUR HISTORY . . .

The West Reading Business Association is organized and supported by the West Reading Main Street Authority.

OUR COMMON MISSION . . .

The West Reading Business Association addresses issues involving public safety, traffic and parking regulation, code and zoning enforcement, security in the workplace and overall improvements to the public environment Borough-wide.  Striving to provide members with discounted services for almost 10 years! 

OUR COMMON VISION . . .

West Reading’s business community will include an effective combination of high quality, retail, commercial, professional and service businesses offering distinctive products and services and accommodating the desires of a wide range of  consumers.  The Borough’s historic and commercial buildings will be rehabilitated for mixed use including upper floor housing.  The fully revitalized Central Business District streetscape noticeably increases the desirability to own land and operate properties and businesses in the Borough and attracts new investors, entrepreneurs and customers. 

OUR FUTURE . . .
 

	Strengthen economic rejuvenation of property and commerce.
	Improve the image and perception of the Borough to residents and visitors.
	Assure the historic continuity of the Borough’s architectural heritage.
	Promote a sense of community and unified purpose.

2010-2011 BUSINESS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Your West Reading Business Association is now in its 9^th year! Celebrate with us by helping yourself to a big slice of member benefits including great discounts on liability and life Insurance, reduced cost business advertising opportunities, lower cost heating oil delivered directly to your business & home, discounted plumbing, electrical, pest control, security systems and much more.

ANNUAL DUES
All memberships valid through May 31, 2011
 

	West Reading Business Membership - $75 West Reading merchants will enjoy the full spectrum of benefits offered by the West Reading Business Association.
	Friends of West Reading Membership* - $50 In response to popular demand  the Business Association has created a membership level for businesses neighboring West Reading.  Connect with our community today to build partnerships for the future.

A welcome package will be mailed to all new and returning members including an updated Business Association "List of Service Providers", your "Membership Card" and your "Business Association Cling" Membership Decal. 

*Businesses located in the Borough of West Reading are not eligible for “Friends of West Reading” memberships.   

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
 

	Bi-Monthly Newsletters  Stay connected to your community!  Get information about upcoming events, new businesses and other borough activities.
	Business Security*  Choose from three local companies dedicated to providing their customers with top of the line service.  All offering several customized security packages for member businesses including alarm and monitoring systems.
	Electrical*  Plug into your savings!  Business Association members are directly wired to discounted services.
	Heating Oil*  Delivered to your business and home at reduced group cost.
	Insurance Packages  The Loomis Company provides a personal service representative to assist you in tailoring an insurance program to your unique business needs.  Providing quotes on liability, life, health, home, auto and other insurance and/or annuity products, all at rates likely to be lower than you now pay.
	Mixers and Open Houses*  The Business Association provides an environment for business to business commerce and networking.  Quarterly mixers are relaxed social events while Association supported ‘Open Houses’ put the spotlight on you and your business.  Friends of West Reading welcome to attend.
	Office and Staff Services  The Main Street Authority staff can provide you with business, consumer and residential mailing lists in label, excel and word formats at prices that are far lower than traditional mailing list companies.  Association members can ask Main Street staff to email announcements, sales information and more to a large audience at low cost.
	Pest Control*  Members can terminate pests along with slithery rates with one phone call.
	Plumbing*  Spring a leak? Don’t worry about paging through the phonebook.  The West Reading Business Association has a plumber ready to serve you at a discounted rate.
	Technology*  The very latest equipment and software customized for your business needs including sales, service, installation and repairs at 15% below standard pricing also extended to your home offered by Shearer Technology services.

* Benefits exclusive to West Reading Businesses

PAYMENT INFORMATION

Tap into your benefits TODAY!  To pay by check click here to download and print the 2010-2011 Business Association membership form.  Please make checks payable to the West Reading Business Association, complete your membership form and mail to the address below: 

West Reading Business Association
500 Chestnut Street
West Reading, PA 19611

NOW YOU CAN PAY ONLINE!  Click on one of the payment options below.
 

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EVERYONE WELCOME!

The West Reading Business Association meets the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30AM in the West Reading Borough Council Chambers.