ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT UPDATE | |
Register Today for the Mayor's 2024 State of the City Address | |
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Join us for the Mayor's 2024 State of the City Address on Thursday, April 18 at 5:00 p.m. at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center (12505 Cultural Center Drive). Get ready to connect with community leaders, discover exciting upcoming projects, learn about the City's commitment to delivering its residents and businesses a high quality of life and essential services, and preview what’s to come.
The State of the City Address will be livestreamed on Facebook and available for later viewing on RCTV Channel 3 or on the event webpage, HERE. For event information or to purchase your tickets, please click the button below.
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City Celebrates Emprendedor@s Program Graduates | |
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On April 2, the City of Rancho Cucamonga’s Economic Development Division celebrated the inaugural graduating cohort of the Emprendedor@s Program. This program, tailored for entrepreneurial Spanish speakers, saw a total of 29 students successfully complete the program, thus marking a significant milestone for the city.
The graduation ceremony featured presentations from Rancho Cucamonga Council Member Kristine Scott, a representative from San Bernardino County Supervisor Jesse Armendarez, and other representatives from local dignitaries provided congratulatory comments.
The event concluded with a small business expo where the graduates shared information on their products and services with attendees.
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Business Appreciation Month | |
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Business Appreciation Month is celebrated annually during the month of May, aiming to recognize and thank our community’s businesses and entrepreneurs. From local “mom and pop” shops to innovative start-ups, small businesses are pillars of our community and play a crucial role in strengthening and contributing to the local economy.
Throughout the month, there will be many events and programs designed to celebrate Business Appreciation Month including:
For more information on Business Appreciation Month, please contact our Economic Development team at 1-909-477-2750 or email us at ChooseRC@CityofRC.us.
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Commercial Brokers Roundtable | |
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Commercial Real Estate Professionals are invited to register for the upcoming Brokers Roundtable on Tuesday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. at Central Park (11200 Base Line Road). Join this in-person event and learn what the City is doing to keep our business community safe, prepared and ready to respond and recover from emergencies.
Topics of discussion include:
- Police Updates from Police Chief Mike Smith
- Fire Updates from Fire Chief Mike McCliman
- Project Updates
Join us in celebrating our businesses this May by registering for this event.
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Healthy RC Green Business Program | |
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Healthy RC Green Business Program is Back!
Join us in welcoming back the Healthy RC Green Business Program. Just in time for May’s Business Appreciation Month, the City’s program will support businesses in reaching sustainability-related savings! Businesses currently working on sustainable business practices can apply to the Recognition Program to be recognized by the City for their commitment and efforts.
Click the button below to apply for the Healthy RC Green Buisiness Program. To learn more, visit www.cityofrc.us/sustainability.
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Business Emergency Resiliency Training (BERT) | |
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Business Emergency Resiliency Training (BERT) prepares businesses and employees for an emergency through a five-course series. Each session can be taken as a stand-alone preparedness course but forms a comprehensive training if completed in a series. Each course teaches a skill or adds another tool for building disaster resiliency.
Taking the classes in succession allows you to establish a cohort style relationship with fellow businesses in the community. Your participation will have a greater impact in building community preparedness and resiliency because businesses can help one another in a time of disaster. BERT courses are FREE, and are offered every year in a sequence. Click the button below for more information and to register.
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My NY Pizza Sports Pizzeria | |
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My NY Pizza Sports Pizzeria serves handcrafted New York style pizza, wings, and cold beverages in a fun sports environment. Their “Crafted by Hands Made with Love” philosophy has earned them the title of a local favorite destination. Be sure to visit their website at www.mynypizza.com and stop in to try one of their giant 14” slices.
My NY Pizza
9615 Foothill Blvd.
(Foothill Blvd. and Archibald Ave.)
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Fleet Feet has been serving our Rancho Cucamonga community since 2012. You can expect exceptional customer service and help in finding the perfect fit for your comfort, pain relief, and health journey. Visit www.fleetfeet.com to shop online and explore Fleet Feet training programs.
Fleet Feet
7233 Haven Ave., Unit A
(Base Line Rd. and Haven Ave.)
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Tommy Austin Florist is a family owned and operated floral shop committed to providing customers with a remarkable piece of art for any special occasion they may have. Breath taking flowers in Rancho Cucamonga is their specialty. Visit www.tommyaustinflowers.com to browse designs and shop for your next arrangement.
Tommy Austin Florist
11837 Foothill Blvd., Suite C
(Foothill Blvd. and Rochester Ave.)
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Marketing Secrets Unlocked | |
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The City of Rancho Cucamonga, in partnership with the Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center and Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce, offer no-cost monthly workshops at the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce office.
This month, dive deep into the world of AI and automation with this exclusive workshop, designed to give you the edge in modern marketing through:
- An understanding of AI's role in marketing
- Techniques for effective automation implementation
- Insights to elevate marketing strategies
- Resources available to you
Click on the button below to register.
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SBA Certifications: WOSB, HUBZone and 8(a) Information Sessions | |
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The SBA's Orange County/Inland Empire District Office will be conducting a webinar focused on the benefits and application process for SBA's Federal Certification Programs.
During this informational webinar, the SBA OCIE District Office will review three of the certification programs within Federal contracting - the Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Aside Program, the HUBZone Program, and the 8(a) Business Development Program.
Topics of discussion for each of the certification programs include:
- Eligibility criteria
- Programmatic benefits for participants
- Process to pursue the certification
Pre-registration is required. Webinar login instructions will be sent to all registrants 48 hours prior to the webinar. The webinar will be offered on multiple dates:
- April 10, 2024
- May 8, 2024
- June 12, 2024
Register to reserve your spot.
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Recycling Market Development Zone | |
Did you know the City of Rancho Cucamonga is in the San Bernardino County’s state-designated Recycling Market Development Zone (RMDZ)? Workforce programs, recruitment, on-the-job training, work opportunity tax credits and specialized programs can be utilized throughout the zone. Manufacturers may take advantage of Enterprise Zone tax credits, Foreign Trade Zone import-export subsidies, low-cost loans, access to foreign capital and investment, and marketing through the RecycleStore, Connectory and Made in CA initiatives. Learn more by clicking the button below. | |
National Small Business Week: Virtual Summit 2024 | |
Join the U.S. Small Business Administration and SCORE for their National Small Business Week Virtual Summit from May 2-3. This two-day, action-packed summit will include educational sessions, online business resources, and networking designed to help small businesses grow and succeed. Attend this free two-day virtual event to learn new business strategies, meet other business owners and chat with industry experts! Click on the button below to register. | |
SoCalGas Rebates and Incentives Available for Small Businesses | |
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Any commercial, public, industrial or agricultural customer with an active, valid and non-delinquent SoCalGas account can apply for a rebate under the Energy Efficiency Rebates for Business (EERB) program. Read the program requirements by clicking the button below. This document will guide you through the application process.
Visit www.socalgas.com to learn more about how to save money, improve equipment efficiencies, and apply for rebates.
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City Rentals and Utilities | |
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Let Central Park help your business succeed with all the suitable event spaces for meetings, seminars, trainings, and team-buildings. Newly upgraded audio and visual amenities will add to your presentations in our spacious event halls while your audience enjoys their day in this world-class venue.
For more information, call 1-909-477-2773, email Event.Services@CityofRC.us or visit RCpark.com.
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Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Broadband is pleased to provide high-speed internet service at affordable prices to Rancho Cucamonga businesses and residents.
Without decreasing internet speed, businesses can simultaneously run business applications and company websites, transfer and share large files, run cloud applications and improve customer experiences.
To learn more about Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Broadband, click the button below.
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10350-10390 Commerce Center Drive
- 1,028 - 14,263 sq. ft. Available
- Professionally Managed and Maintained
- Zoned CE2 Center 2 Zone
Contact Michael G. Rademaker
Phone: 1-909-579-1340
Email: MRademaker@MGRServices.com
For more information on this site, click on the button below. Looking for a different site? For site selection assistance, email us at ChooseRC@CityofRC.us.
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Community Development How to Videos | |
Have trouble using the Online Permit Center? Here are some helpful videos you can view to help navigate your way through the system. Click on any of the five videos provided below to help guide you in your task. | |
Launch or Expand Your Business in RC! | |
Contact Team RC for assistance in finding the perfect site for your business! Our Team can assist you in site selection, streamlining permits and approvals, and provide access to business resources for business growth and expansion. Email us at ChooseRC@CityofRC.us and join our thriving business community! | | | | |
