The Stockton Diamond project has completed the two-year environmental studies phase and is moving forward to start construction Summer of 2023. This $237 million capital improvement project, located just south of the downtown, will improve rail efficiency and reliability, enhance safety, reduce supply chain delays, and improve regional air quality.

Progress continues on the Grand View Apartments on the recently redeveloped Miner Street in Downtown Stockton. The project will provide 75 affordable housing units, featuring energy-efficient appliances, and 10,000 SF of commercial and community space, bringing in the first downtown grocery store. The project is on track for completion in 2023.

The Northern San Joaquin Valley, consisting of jurisdictions and organizations from San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Merced Counties, recently applied for $5,000,000 in Planning funds from the State of California’s Community Economic Resilience Fund (CERF). Planning funds will support communities and regional groups in producing regional roadmaps for economic recovery and transition that prioritize creating accessible, high-quality jobs in sustainable industries.

October is Manufacturing Month in California. This month is an opportunity to showcase careers in manufacturing and connect with the public. Resources are available through CMTC, and the California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED) will host a Manufacturing Opportunities webinar on October 5th. In addition, the City will be sharing manufacturing careers information through social media. If you would like the City to share career opportunities at your manufacturing business, submit a brief form using the link below.

Trades Day introduces high school youth to industry career opportunities in construction, design, sub-contracting, heavy equipment, engineering, and other skilled trades. This year, the Builders Exchange, iHub, San Joaquin Delta College, and the San Joaquin Partnership will host the event at Delta College in October. The event brings hands-on activities for students to explore all the industry has to offer.

The City of Stockton’s Economic Development Department is seeking a self-motivated, highly professional candidate to work with the Housing, Homelessness, and Grants unit. The application deadline is October 28, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Visit the City Career Opportunities page linked below to

Portfolio sale consists of three parcels and takes up the entire block between California Street and American Street. The property is located directly across from the incoming CodeStack Academy and is closely located to the Grand View housing project.

For property information, contact Lorie Diaz-Liddicoat or Suzanne Grande.

Stockton's professional basketball team returns for the 2022-23 season with their kick-off game on November 5th. The Stockton Kings' 50-game season is split into two parts: the 18-game Showcase Cup followed by a 32-game regular season. Tickets to see the Stockton Kings at the Stockton Arena are on sale now.

Television personality, author, and Food Network star Alton Brown brings his Beyond the Eats- The Holiday Variant live tour to the Stockton Bob Hope Fox Theater this December. The show involves comedy, music, and unique cooking demos. Tickets are available now.