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The memorandum discusses the City of San José's Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs. It highlights the importance of international trade and investment to the local economy, detailing the history and current status of the Foreign Trade Zone program, which allows for duty-free admission of foreign merchandise. The memorandum also outlines the Sister Cities program, emphasizing its role in fostering community engagement and international relationships. The document includes information about the activities and partnerships of various Sister Cities, as well as the ongoing efforts to enhance both programs.
Key points
The Foreign Trade Zone program is a federal initiative that facilitates international commerce and trade.
San José has been a grantee of Foreign Trade Zone 18 since 1974, serving a wide area including Santa Clara County and parts of neighboring counties.
The program has seen significant economic activity, with over 26,000 workers employed in the Foreign Trade Zone.
San José ranks first in California for Foreign Trade Zone exports and employment.
The Sister Cities program promotes peace and understanding through formal city-to-city relationships, with San José having affiliations with cities like Okayama, Japan, and Guadalajara, Mexico.
The Sister Cities program has been active for 65 years and engages in various community programs and cultural exchanges.
Recent activities include visits from international delegations and community events celebrating Sister City relationships.
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Specific dates for some events and activities are not provided.
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CED AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: TO: COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SUBJECT: FOREIGN TRADE ZONE AND SISTER CITIES PROGRAM Approved Date 6/26/23 CC 23-149 (d)2 FROM: Nanci Klein DATE: June 13, 2023 6/16/23 RECOMMENDATION Accept staff’s report on the City’s Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities program. BACKGROUND International trade and investment are critical to San José’s economy. The City’s profile has grown internationally as a result of engagement with cities and regions across the globe, international air service which helps to facilitate commerce and tourism, and being a welcoming community for companies seeking to invest and grow their business. International affairs have been part of the Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs work plan for several years, and includes the Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs. San José was among the earliest cities to establish a Foreign Trade Zone and engage with the Sister Cities program. The Foreign Trade Zone is an important federal economic development program that the City administers for San José and the region. The national Sister Cities program is a network of U.S. cities that work to build community...
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The document discusses the San José Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities Program, highlighting the benefits of the Foreign Trade Zone, which facilitates economic growth and trade. It outlines the history and operational details of the Foreign Trade Zone, including its service area and companies operating under its authority. Additionally, it describes San José's Sister Cities Program, emphasizing international collaboration and cultural exchange.
Key points
The Foreign Trade Zone is a federal program established in 1934 to promote U.S. commerce.
San José received federal approval for its Foreign Trade Zone in 1974, becoming the 18th in the U.S.
The Foreign Trade Zone allows duty-free admission of foreign merchandise, benefiting companies by delaying or reducing duties.
The service area includes San José and various cities in Santa Clara County and beyond.
Companies operating under the San José Foreign Trade Zone include Maxar Space LLC, Tesla, and Lam Research.
In 2021, the Foreign Trade Zone received $10 - $25 billion in merchandise and supported over 26,000 jobs.
San José is a charter member of the Sister Cities program, fostering international relationships and exchanges.
San José has several Sister Cities, including Okayama, Japan, and Dublin, Ireland.
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The document does not provide specific dates for the establishment of the Sister Cities or the exact nature of their relationships.
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San José Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities Program Community and Economic Development Committee Item (d)2 June 26, 2023 Joseph Hedges, International Affairs Manager Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs City of San José – Grantee of Foreign Trade Zone 18 • The Foreign Zone is a federal program passed into law by Congress in 1934 to foster U.S. commerce and trade • City applied and received federal approval in 1974 for the San José Foreign Trade Zone, the 18th Foreign Trade Zone established in the U.S. • City administers the Foreign Trade Zone as a public benefit for San José and the region to facilitate economic growth, support jobs, manufacturing and trade Foreign Trade Zone • A site in the U.S. that is outside of a U.S. Customs area – the site is considered to be in international commerce • Foreign merchandise is admitted into a Foreign Trade Zone duty free – duties are paid at the time of entry into the U.S. Customs area • A company is able to delay, reduce or eliminate duties on foreign merchandise that is admitted into a Foreign Trade Zone San José Foreign Trade Zone 18 Service Area •San José and all cities and towns in Santa Clara County •Fremont •Hayward...