Cheers to a Happy and Prosperous New!

Dear Montclair Business Community,

The City of Montclair would like to wish you a Happy New Year filled with success, growth, and prosperity!

Here's to another year of thriving businesses and shared achievements.

Calling all Montclair Businesses!

Looking for ways to promote your business? Montclair's Economic Development Team wants to hear from you!

Be featured in an upcoming edition of our Montclair Economic Development E-Newsletter and on our social media platforms. It is your opportunity to share more about your business story, achievements, and new products and services.

To get on our business spotlight interest list, contact us at: econdev@cityofmontclair.org

Montclair Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast: February 8, 2024

Network with local entrepreneurs, business professionals, and community stakeholders from various industries representing the Montclair community.

Showcase your business
Meet new prospects
Build relationships
Connect with the community & City representatives

To receive information about the next Chamber of Commerce Networking Breakfast, contact the Montclair Chamber of Commerce at (909) 985-5104 or through email at

info@montclairchamber.com.

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New Alcoholic Beverage Laws

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is providing the a summary of new alcoholic beverage laws that took effect in 2023 and laws that will take effect starting January 1, 2024. This information helps clarify what new statutes and regulations mean but is not regulatory.

Please consult the statute, regulation, or an attorney before taking any action to ensure compliance with the law.

Click here for more information

Go-Biz California Competes Tax Credits

GO-Biz is now accepting applications for the California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC). There are $164 million in tax credits available during this application period for businesses that are expanding and adding quality, full-time jobs in California that might not otherwise be created by the business or any other business.

The deadline to submit applications is Monday, January 22, at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) and the online application website will automatically close once this deadline has passed. The online application can be accessed at www.calcompetes.ca.gov.

Prior to each application period, GO-Biz hosts online webinars about the California Competes program.

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Resolve to Save with Rebates in 2024

Monte Vista Water District (MVWD) wishes you a happy and prosperous new year! In the spirit of commitment and collaboration, MVWD invites business owners and managers to resolve to save more water in 2024 by upgrading to water-efficient equipment for routine operations. Committing to water conservation holds significant benefits, including reduced water consumption, cost savings, and increased energy efficiency.

In partnership with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, MVWD offers a rebate program that includes a variety of water-efficient devices to ease the financial burden of upgrades. A complete list of rebates can be found at www.socalwatersmart.com.

Ranging from high-efficiency commercial plumbing fixtures to water-efficient cooling towers, these devices improve efficiency in water usage, which supports environmental sustainability and reduction in water utility bills.

MVWD can be a partner in efforts for a more sustainable and water-efficient future. Contact us at (909) 267-2130 for valuable resources, expertise, and financial incentives to support your water-efficient initiatives.

Wishing your business a prosperous and sustainable year ahead!

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Monthly Series: Service-Based Startup

Service-Based Startup is a 4 - week program that is designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills to establish and grow a successful service-based startup.

Participants will delve into key aspects of business formation, financial management, digital marketing, and sales strategy to build a strong foundation for their ventures.

📅 January 18 - February 8

⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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How To Start A Business Using A Free SCORE Mentor

Starting a small business is always challenging, especially if you lack business experience. At SCORE, we have free expert business mentors who can help you start, grow, and succeed in your dream of small business ownership.

In this webinar, you'll hear real success stories from SCORE Mentors as well as the clients that they helped.

📅 January 11

⏰ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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The Basics of Money Management

Whether you are looking to start a business or existing small business owner, understanding how to manage your finances is the foundation for making sound business decisions and reaching your goals.

In this webinar, our expert presenter will help you enhance your financial management skills so you can chart your course into the future, adjust your direction when needed, and reach your business goals.

Learning objectives include:

The benefits of financial management
Budgeting
Bookkeeping
Financial statements
Business Financing

📅 January 16

⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Loan Options for Your Business

Whether you’re launching a startup, expanding operations, or recovering from unforeseen setbacks, business loans offer a multitude of possibilities. But with such diverse options available, how do you determine the ideal fit for you and your business?

Join us as we dive into various loan alternatives, finding grant opportunities, along with the necessary documentation and requirements associated with each type.

📅 January 17

⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Writing a Winning Business Plan

A well-written business plan can help focus your planning efforts and give potential lenders or investors a positive picture of your goals. Spend time with an experienced trainer to learn the steps needed to make the writing process less tedious and gain insights on where to gather the information you need to write a winning plan.

Key Topics:

Components of a business plan
Feasibility
Conducting research
Resources from SBDC

📅 January 23

⏰ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Leasing 101 for Today’s Brick-and-Mortar

Tune into this session to learn in detail from our lease expert about the leasing process, including how to use a broker and site selection. During this webinar, we will also dive into the types of leases and how to tackle letters of intent. Our lease expert will further discuss the timeline and expectations when negotiating a lease, funding evaluation, and the build-out of a space.

📅 January 24

⏰ 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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SBA Online Learning Center

U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) online learning programs are designed to empower and educate small business owners.

Whether you're looking to start a small business or expand your current one, SBA's digital learning platform has everything you need to educate yourself on entrepreneurial best practices and available financing options.

SBA Learning Platform Courses:

Plan: Research, plan, and document your ideas.
Launch: Turn your business plan into a reality.
Manage: Master day-to-day operations to run your business.
Market: Understand your competition and strategies to win customers.
Grow: Expand by finding new funding, customers, and locations.

Visit SBA's Learning Center

In cooperation with area brokers, Montclair's Economic Development Team can assist businesses interested in locating commercial, industrial, office, and vacant sites with online custom site searches within the City. Additionally, the City provides monthly reports, generated by CoStar Group, containing contact information for properties currently available for lease and purchase.

Customized property reports are available to businesses interested in relocating or expanding within the City.

Request a Customized Property Report