Solano Economic Update: March

MARCH 24' UPDATE

CHRIS RICO

President & CEO

Made possible by funding from the County of Solano.

SOLANO BIZ-GROW

Small Business Loan Program

Loan Amount: $25,000 to $125,000

Interest Rate: 6%, Fixed Rate

Loan Term: 5 Years

Minimum Credit Score: 630

No Prepayment Penalty

Loan Application Fee: $250 (Borrowers who complete an assessment and counseling with the Solano-Napa Small Business Development Center shall receive a $250 rebate)

Eligibility: Small Business must meet Covid-19 impact eligibility requirements and be located in Solano County.

Must

www.solanonapasbdc.org/

Hecho posible gracias a fondos del condado de Solano.

SOLANO BIZ-GROW

Programa de préstamos para pequeñas empresas

Cantidad del préstamo: $25,000 to $125,000

Tasa de interés: 6%, tasa fija

Plazo del préstamo: 5 años

Puntaje de crédito mínimo: 630

Sin multa por pago adelantado

Tarifa de solicitud de préstamo: $250 (los prestatarios que completen una evaluación y asesoramiento con el Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeñas Empresas de Solano-Napa recibirán un reembolso de $250)

Elegibilidad: las pequeñas empresas deben cumplir con los requisitos de elegibilidad por el impacto de Covid-19 y estar ubicadas en el condado de Solano

707-864-1855 x21 & 707-631-3891

Wendi@SolanoEDC org

Debe estar en funcionamiento antes del 31/12/21

SOLANO BIZ-GROW

Pautang Para sa Maliliit na Negosyo

Halaga ng Pautang: $25,000 hanggang $125,000

Interes ng Pautang: 6%, Fixed Rate

Termino ng Pautang: Limang (5) Taon

Pinakamababang Credit Score: 630

Walang Prepayment Penalty

Application Fee ng Pautang: $250 (Makakatanggap ng $250 rebate kung nakumpleto ang assessment at counseling sa Solano-Napa Small Business Development Center )

Mga karapat-dapat:

Kinakailangang kwalipikado ang negosyo ayon sa COVID-19 impact eligibility requirements

Ang negosyo ay nasa Solano County

Naitayo ang negosyo bago mag 12/31/2021

707-864-1855 x21 & 707-631-3891

Wendi@SolanoEDC.org

Nagawang posible dahil sa pondo ng Solano County.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a crucial conversation about our future. Special appreciation to SOLANO TOGETHER and CALIFORNIA FOREVER for their insights on development. Your presence made this event impactful.

Presenting Sponsors:

THE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF SOLANO COUNTY RECEIVING TWO GRANTS TOTALING NEARLY

$2 MILLION

The biggest of the two grants is a $1.44 million Helping Justice-Involved Reenter Employment grant from the California Workforce Development Board. The county Workforce Development Board will partner with four local organizations on a two-year cycle to achieve the goals of the program. The partners are Caminar, Center for Urban Excellence, Mission Samoa and The Uncuffed Project. The work also involves the Probation Department, Sheriff's Office and Child Support Services

LOCAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

VACAVILLE CITY COUNCIL APPROVES ZONING CHANGE

Kaiser Permanente Nurse Residency

Kaiser Permanente Nurse Residency

Program Honored for Excellence

Program Honored for Excellence

Water and energy are both essential to our everyday lives. While they are usually considered separately, water is also intertwined in all phases of energy production from dams to cooling towers, and energy is needed to provide and deliver clean water. Join us at this Regional Forum to explore the relationships between these two critical resources as well as some of the programs and strategies local governments can use to improve water and energy conservation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This online Forum is free and open to all.

Enhancing Energy Efficiency: Solano Economic Development's Multi-Family Program

NORTHBAY HEALTH PROMISES NEW URGENT CARE EXPERIENCE

Come March 4, NorthBay Health will relaunch its Urgent Care facilities in Vacaville and Fairfield with a laser-focus on delivering exceptional care, improved access and top-notch customer service. The two locations will close Feb. 28 as our partnership with Carbon Health ends and we transition control of the entire operations and experience in both sites.

Thinking about adding space in the backyard for the ones you love?

If so, be sure to check out the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Grant Program. The Program provides up to $40,000 to reimburse pre- development costs associated with the construction of an ADU. With an ADU in your backyard, you can have Grandma just a few steps away! Visit their website today to find out more about the program, whether you’re eligible and how to apply.

WINGS OVER SOLANO ADDS F-22 AND MORE TO 2024 AIRSHOW PERFORMANCES

With less than a month until the United States Navy Blue Angels headline Wings Over Solano, the air show has made several additions to its line-up since January. The show is scheduled to take place over two days on March 16 and March 17 on the Travis Airforce Base flight line.

NEW LAUNDROMAT SPINS INTO DOWNTOWN VALLEJO

Zack Ward is the manager of the new Georgia Laundry that opened March 1st, in downtown

Vallejo. Though 10 of the 12 washer-dryer sets are digital pay through an app, two machines will remain payable with cash.

If you're a California-based farmer or rancher with 1-10 years of experience, you may qualify to become a mentee under California Bountiful Foundation's new mentorship program. The

“Expanding Our Roots” program is designed to uphold California's agricultural heritage.

Now in its 13th year, Cal Maritime's Women in Now in its 13th year, Cal Maritime's Women in Maritime Leadership Conference will be held Maritime Leadership Conference will be held March 15-16. The conference supports the March 15-16. The conference supports the success of women in the maritime industry and success of women in the maritime industry and offers equity-focused programming. Register offers equity-focused programming. Register today for the 2024 Women in Maritime today for the 2024 Women in Maritime Leadership (WML) Conference. Leadership (WML) Conference.

SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED FOR THOSE WORKING ON TEACHING CREDENTIAL

The California Retired Teachers Association, Division 24, Solano County, is offering C. Shirley Michel Scholarships, each worth $4,000, to Solano County residents with baccalaureate degrees enrolled in accredited credential programs and planning to teach in the county. The 38th-year scholarships require completion of valid California Teaching Credential requirements. The application deadline is March 22.

SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility Criteria

AnySolanoCountyHighSchool

MinimumGPA:2.50

REQUIREDESSAY:"Highlightingthelifeandlegacyof MaryMcLeodBethune."Mustprovideaone-page essay,standard12-pointfontanddoublespace.

Applicantsmustplantoattenda2-yearor4-year college/university,oranaccredited vocational/tradeprogram.

fsvncnw@gmail.com

www.fsvncnw.org

There are a myriad of changes in the Labor Law for California employers in 2024, from increased minimum wage and paid sick leave to cannabisuse rights, restrictions on drug testing and employee handbook changes.