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(RED BANK, NJ) – The Monmouth County Board of Governors announced the launch of the new Monmouth Brewing and Distilling program at a press conference on October 19, 2022 at the Red Tank Brewing Company.

“‘Brewing and Distilling in Monmouth County’ is our new program that will help promote our exceptional breweries, breweries and breweries,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “The first phase of the plan includes the creation of a website to help residents and visitors find information about all breweries, distilleries and distilleries in Monmouth County, as well as local restaurants and businesses around them.”

“The idea of ​​having all the facilities in one place allows residents and visitors to plan a day to enjoy the local products produced in these facilities. As government officials, our job is to help these small businesses thrive in our communities,” said Director Arnone .

John Arcara, owner of Red Tank Brewing Company, said, “We are very excited about this initiative and thank the county commission for setting up.” This project is really going to help the breweries, breweries, and distillery tourism here. I hope this Will help drive the business forward and I’m proud to have Red Tank Brewery as the launch point for this initiative. “

website, www.BrewedandDistilledinMonmouth.com It’s live for those who want to visit the site to learn more.

Director Arnone also announced that Monmouth County has received two DMO grants through the New Jersey Department of Tourism.

“The first grant is $246,000 in 2023, and the second is a three-year DMO grant for the American Relief Program for a total of $315,000,” said Director Arnone. “The county plans to use this funding to help our municipalities, businesses and all of our tourism partners bring visitors to Monmouth County!”

Additionally, Director Arnone spoke about the small business grants available.

“The County is still offering Small Business Grants to reimburse businesses up to $20,000 for eligible expenses incurred as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some expenses include wages, rent, supplies, machinery and/or equipment, including PPE, and materials and many other expenses required to operate and/or maintain a safe work environment for employees and customers with COVID-19,” Director Arnone said. “This funding is available through August 31, 2023, so I invite everyone to Visit monmouth.com Learn more about this program. “

The press conference was broadcast live and can be viewed in its entirety on the Monmouth County Government website Facebook and YouTube channel.