While the City of Moorpark believes that every employee is an economic developer, the Moorpark City Council has made economic development a priority for the community and has created this new position of Economic Development Manager that offers a unique opportunity to imagine, create, and coordinate the City's Economic Development programs and activities.

The ideal candidate will enjoy communicating with business owners, working with entrepreneurs and developers, conducting business walks and tours, being highly visible in the community, strengthening partnerships with the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce and regional economic development agencies, attending social and networking events related to economic development, supporting the growth and expansion of existing businesses, and actively seeking new businesses to fill vacant spaces and buildings.

The first review of applications will be on Monday, November 8.

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The State of California is still taking new applications for its COVID-19 Relief Grants through September 30.

The state grants are generous - between $5,000 and $25,000 depending on your annual revenues - but there is unfortunately not enough funding available to provide these grants to every business that applies. However, nearly 150 Moorpark businesses and non-profit organizations have already received nearly $2,000,000 in state grants through this program.

If you previously applied for, but did not receive, a state COVID-19 Relief Grant, you are automatically moved forward into the subsequent selection process. You don't need to do anything at this time. However, if you did not previously apply, you can now apply online.

If you aren't sure if you previously applied, or if you have any questions, please call (888) 612-4370. Call center hours are Monday-Friday, 7A-7P.

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Thursday, September 30, 11:00 AM | Register Here

Join CALED in recognizing September as National Preparedness Month! Outsmart Disaster presents Resiliency Hour: Tips and Tools for Immediate Preparedness for Your Business. This hour-long virtual event is an opportunity designed for economic development councils and agencies, chambers of commerce, business owners, and nonprofits interested in learning more about disaster preparedness, Outsmart Disaster’s Resilient Business Challenge, and how to help empower others in your community to become resilient.

Wednesday, October 6, 10:30 AM | Register Here

If you are a consultant, or are considering becoming one, this webinar is for you! It doesn't matter what your specialty is: business management, social media marketing, information technology, security, personal image and credibility, and more. We cover it all! In just a few hours, you will learn powerful tips and strategies you can use right away to attract, win, and retain more of the most valuable clients.

Wednesday, October 13, 10:30 AM | Register Here

Employee benefits include any form of compensation paid to employees over and above regular salary or wages. Such offerings help employers attract and retain employees and increase the odds that they will be productive team members when they are at work. The right set of benefits targeted at employees’ physical, mental, and financial wellness can help relieve a variety of stressors that when not addressed can pull their attention away from the job at hand.

Tuesday, October 26, 10:30 AM | Register Here

This live, interactive webinar is designed to help you explore the tips and tricks of small business retirement plans. Topics include: What is a 401(k)? What are the different types of retirement plans available? Traditional or Roth? How do I decide what plan is right for me? Participants are highly encouraged to bring their own questions to the webinar.

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