ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

News and Information

2024 Hiring Fair - Employer Registration

The City of Rancho Cucamonga will be hosting its annual Hiring Fair on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Central Park (11200 Base Line Road). This event is an exceptional opportunity for job seekers to connect with dynamic businesses and explore various career opportunities.  



Are you a company interested in participating in the 2024 Hiring Fair? For more information and to reserve your spot for this year’s hiring fair, click the button below. 

REGISTER

Be Aware and Prepared

National Preparedness Month is in September but there is no better time to help your business be prepared for a disaster than today.  


Businesses and their employees face a variety of hazards:


  • Natural hazards like floods and earthquakes. 
  • Health hazards such as widespread and serious illnesses. 
  • Human-caused hazards such as accidents and acts of violence. 
  • Technology-related hazards like power outages and equipment failure. 


Business leaders and employees can do a lot to prepare for the most likely hazards they will face in the workplace. Ready Business helps you to create a preparedness plan to get ready for what comes next. Visit www.ready.gov/business to access toolkits, trainings, and more. You can also visit the City's Emergency Management webpage by clicking the button below.  

READY RC

Nominate an Entrepreneur

The Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship (IECE) is excited to receive your nominations for the 22nd Annual Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards! Dubbed “The Oscars of Business,” the Spirit Awards promises a glamorous affair, complete with red carpet coverage, cocktail and VIP networking receptions, awards presentations, and a sumptuous 3-course dining experience, alongside eagerly anticipated entertainment.


This year’s event will occur on Thursday, November 21 at the Riverside Convention Center (3637 5th St., Riverside, CA). Join the entrepreneurs and business innovators for a memorable evening brimming with inspiration and innovation. This exclusive black-tie gala will honor the foremost business trailblazers of Inland Southern California. Learn more about the Spirit of the Entrepreneur at www.spiritawardsIE.com.


The deadline for 2024 nominations is August 16. Click the button below to nominate an entrepreneur.  

NOMINATION FORM

City Services

Fire Extinguisher Training

The Fire District offers classroom and hands-on training for businesses so employees can learn how to use a fire extinguisher. A 30-minute classroom presentation will teach employees the basics of fire behavior as well as when and how to properly use a fire extinguisher. Employees will have the chance to demonstrate the new skills they have learned by using a fire extinguisher to put out a live fire contained in a training prop.


Click the button below for more information on how to set up a training for your business.

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Openings

Premier Athletes Academy

At Premier Athletes Academy, their mission is to empower athletes with the necessary skills, knowledge, and character in order to excel in every aspect of their lives. This academy offers state-of-the-art training equipment, batting cages, individual and group training, and flexible schooling.


Visit www.premierathletesacademy.com to learn more about enrolling your student athlete.

 

Premier Athletes Academy

8678 Archibald Ave.

(E 9th St. and Archibald Ave.)

Love That Dog And Cat

Congratulations to Love That Dog And Cat on their ribbon cutting!


Love That Dog and Cat was announced as the winner of the 2024 Shop RC Small Business Award! This mobile grooming company provides top-tier services including bath and grooming, thera-cleaning, and dental cleaning for your beloved cats and dogs. Visit www.lovethatdogandcat.com to learn more about their services.


Love That Dog And Cat

8553 E 9th St.

(9th St. and Baker Ave.)

Salinas Family Counseling

Congratulations to Salinas Family Counseling on their ribbon cutting!


Salinas Family Counseling is a women-owned business that takes pride in offering the best possible services to the community, emphasizing cultural competence as a key step toward a healthier healing process. Visit www.salinascounseling.com to learn more.


 

Salinas Family Counseling Inc.

8311 Haven Ave., Suite 210

(Civic Center Dr. and Haven Ave.)

Workshops and Trainings

Loan Readiness: Preparing for a Business Loan

The City of Rancho Cucamonga, in partnership with the Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce, offer no-cost monthly workshops at the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce office. 


August's workshop is designed to help you navigate the complexities of preparing for a business loan application. The following key topics will be covered to help you better understand the process.


Key Topics:

  • Understanding the essentials
  • Assessing credit ratings
  • Unveiling the five Cs of credit
  • Guiding effective disclosure
  • Resources from the SBDC


Click on the button below to register.

REGISTER

Small Business Majority Webinar Series

Join the Small Business Majority in their multi-part webinar series highlighting the U.S. Small Business Administration's new Investing in America: Small Business Hub.

The hub will help small business owners connect to federal, state, and local grants, contracts, and other funding opportunities.


Register for the next webinar on August 14, where you will learn about opportunities available to small manufacturers and other businesses in critical industries as part of Investing in America laws - including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act.

WEBINAR

Resources & Funds

StreetShares Foundation Veteran Small Business Award

The StreetShares Foundation is committed to creating opportunities for veteran small business owners through inspirational success stories, educational content, or awards that provide a boost of financial support to grow their business. The grants offered are between $4,000 and $15,000. Applications are open through October. If you're interested in applying, please click the button below. 

APPLY

California Small Business Loan Match

California Small Business Loan Match is a new lender-match tool provided by IBank’s Small Business Finance Center as an extension of our Loan Guarantee Program. The Loan Match was created to ease the process of finding trusted loans for California entrepreneurs, gathering dozens of lenders on one platform for a one-stop experience. All lenders have been pre-vetted and enrolled in IBank’s Loan Guarantee Program, which specializes in bridging the gap between responsible lenders and small businesses.

FIND FUNDING

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help small businesses grow and create jobs by providing them with greater access to education, capital, and business support services. To learn more and apply, visit the application website by clicking the button below.

APPLY

SoCalGas Rebates and Incentives Available for Small Businesses

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.

VIEW REBATE GUIDE

City Rentals and Utilities

Event Space Rentals

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

RESERVE A SPACE

Rancho Broadband

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.

RANCHO BROADBAND

Did You Know?

Available Commercial Space

10808 6th Street, Unit 3


  • 30,800 sq. ft. Available
  • 5 Dock High Doors
  • Zoned Mixed Employment 2


Contact Joey Jones

Phone: 1-909-612-2628

Email: Joey.Jones@Colliers.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.

HOW TO VIDEOS

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!

www.CityofRC.us/EconomicDevelopment

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