The holidays are approaching and now more than ever it's important to support small businesses in the East Bay. Read our latest blog post on Small Business Saturday and East Bay city gift card programs across the region. Whether it's food for holiday meals and restaurants, or the gifts and events you attend, there are many things you can do to “shop small” this holiday season! Learn more.

Employers: Help the Bay Area plan for its future by taking the Return to Work survey. Even if your responses have not changed, your continued participation is critical to track commute trends and design services that best meet commuters’ needs. The survey is live until Wednesday, November 23rd at 5:00pm and should take five minutes or less to complete. Take the survey today!

The third quarter economic summary has just been released by the California Employment Development Department (EDD) for the Oakland Hayward Berkeley MD, which includes Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. This visual summary features the latest labor data, employment by industry, unemployment rates by county, and the region's top employers. Download the summary.

The 2022 general election has concluded as votes are still being counted in numerous races, including many here in the East Bay that have yet to be called. Visit the official election websites for Alameda County, Contra Costa County, and the State of California for results and updates on your federal, state, and local elections. Thank you for getting out the vote!