The City of Camarillo strives to support your growth and that of the community. We are excited to share the following opportunities in this edition of our economic development newsletter:
- The Wings Over Camarillo Air Show will be held on August 20 & 21
- The CA Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program opens today
- EV infrastructure funding is available through the Clean Power Alliance
- The Child Care Investment Loan Fund offers low-interest financing
- Nominations are being accepted for the Camarillo Top Ten Awards
- Take part in seminars, trainings, and events across the County
- AB 1221 Mandates Responsible Service Beverage Training
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Wings Over Camarillo, the premier air show on the central coast of California, takes over Camarillo Airport August 20 & 21 with incredible airborne aerobatics, pyrotechnics, vintage aircraft displays, classic car shows, and a STEM pavilion with hands-on activities for kids.
Photo: Visit Camarillo - Wings Over Camarillo
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California Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program |
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The California Competes Tax Credit and Grant Program are ideal for businesses that are expanding rapidly or needing assistance retaining their business in California. The first application period opens today, July 25, 2022, with $85 million in tax credits and $120 million in grants available. Create an account for the online application here.
Application instructions, FAQs, and other technical assistance documents are available here.
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CALeVIP Incentive Project |
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Nearly $600,000 of the total incentive funding has been provided by Clean Power Alliance for installations at businesses, non-profits, multifamily properties, and government facilities. There is still time for you to apply with more than $1 million in funding for Level 2 EV chargers available.
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Child Care Investment Loan Fund |
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The Economic Development Collaborative and First 5 Ventura County have developed an investment program to build more early childhood education capacity in the region. The Fund offers low interest financing on loans ranging from $10k to $800k for developing licensed child care and preschool facilities for Ventura County's children. Interested in developing a childcare or preschool facility, learn more here!
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If you need any assistance in recovery or growth, or in regards to the Child Care Investment Loan Fund or the City of Camarillo Loan Fund, the EDC call team and experienced advisors are available to answer questions and help you navigate today's complex business environment.
Get started today with no-cost consulting by calling their
Business Assistance Line at 805.409.9159.
Resources and advising are available in English and Spanish.
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Categories celebrate the year's top: Business, Educator, Entrepreneur, Man, Woman, Volunteer, Philanthropist, Public Servant, Senior, Youth, Service Organization, and the Stan Daily Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Honorees will be celebrated at the 55th Annual Camarillo Top Ten Awards Gala on Friday, October 7, at the Serra Center from 6-9pm. |
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Ventura County Seminars and Events |
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Here are upcoming seminars and events that you can attend virtually or in-person. Some offer valuable information from experts in the field that will help you succeed in various pursuits, and others may just inspire you in your future ventures. |
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Saturday, July 30 at 11am
What is a growth mindset and how can you develop it? In this interactive, 90-minute workshop, presenter Ricky Powell will share how developing a growth mindset is just like building a muscle, uncover how you can overcome the obstacles standing in the way of your success and practice techniques that will help you start your path of growing immediately.
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Tuesday, August 2 at 12 pm
If you are a transitioning or active-duty service member, National Guard or Reserve member, veteran of any era or military spouse, learn about the SBA's offerings, including training programs, contracting opportunities and access to capital.
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Thursday, August 25 at 5:30 pm
If you’re a business owner seeking to learn more about social media marketing, join us at SCORE Ventura County’s 2022 Inspiring Women’s Event.
City staff will have a table at the event and we welcome you to stop by before the seminar to say hello and let us know about your business or startup ideas.
This event is free and open to the public and includes refreshments, networking, live presenters, and a local resource fair.
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Tuesday, September 20 at 5 pm
Businesses will showcase their products and services at WVCBA's Fall Business Expo on Tuesday, September 20, starting at 5:00 pm at Cantara Cellars in Camarillo. This event is free and open to the public.
If you're a business interested in exhibiting, booth reservations cost $150 for their members and $350 for non-members.
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We share local job opportunities on our website. If you're seeking a new opportunity, this is a great place to browse jobs in Camarillo.
Additionally, if you're looking to hire and are a Camarillo-based employer, we're happy to post your open opportunities.
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Restaurants - Responsible Beverage Service Training |
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Assembly Bill 1221 mandates a new training requirement for alcohol servers and managers of alcohol servers at an estimated 56,000 ABC licensees with on-premises alcohol sales. The alcohol servers and managers who work at those locations must register with the ABC, be trained, pass an exam, and be certified by August 31, 2022, or 60 days after their first date of employment.
CLICK HERE to access the RBS Portal and find approved RBS trainers.
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The City is committed to keeping our community informed!
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