June 17, 2022 | Issue # 14
NEWS & UPDATES
ECD is launching a new campaign to
"Explore Unincorporated Alameda County"
check out our latest video below showcasing some of the many great places to experience, unwind, dine, sip, play & visit!
Special thank you to all of our businesses who participated in the creation of this video!
We are now on Instagram!

Have a great place to share?
Tag us on Instagram!
We are beaming with pride!

The last truss as been installed, thank you for all the support as we restore our historic Lorenzo Theater. Stay tuned for more progress!
- Pip
Business Resources | Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant
Now Open - Application Period | May 17 to August 12, 2022

The California Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant Program provides grants of $2,500 to eligible microbusinesses impacted by COVID-19. Grants are a first-come, first-serve basis. Please apply as soon as possible.

Here are the grant requirements:
  • Applicants must have been in business prior to 12/31/2019
  • Must have had less than 5 full-time equivalent employees in 2019 and 2020
  • Must have less than $50,000 (and greater than $1,000) in gross income in 2019
  • Must not have received the California COVID-19 Small Business Relief Grant
  • Business must be operating operating or have a plan to reopen
  • Business must have been significantly impacted by COVID-19
  • Business must be the owner’s primary means of income
Grant is being managed by the Chabot – Las Positas Community College District
Danita Romero
fiscalagent4you@clpccd.org
(925) 416-5143
Download Your Own
Business Welcome Packet
Your guide to doing business in the Unincorporated Areas of Alameda County
Available in English, Spanish & Chinese!
Upcoming Workshops | Free Training Opportunities
Business Spotlight | Canyons BBQ - Coming Soon!
A family-run business that’s passionate about crafting authentic American barbecue.

They've traveled the country, taking time-honored methods from the Carolinas, Texas, and California to deliver a barbecue experience like no other. It takes a little more time and a lot of patience, but it’s worth it.
Hours
Monday – Sunday
11AM – 9PM or SOLD OUT!

Address
3341 Castro Valley Blvd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Pip's Pep Talk:
Do you have questions about starting a mobile food or temporary food business in Alameda County? 

You are invited to a mobile and temporary food business information session. 

Taught every first Wednesday of the month, from 10:00-11:00am at Alameda County Department of Environmental Health, this session is FREE

1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda Room 106
Alameda County Economic & Civic Development Department