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Matter CC 25-103

Foreign Trade Zone 18 and Sister Cities Program Status Report.

Economic Development Community & Economic Development Committee (CED) Agenda Ready Introduced 29 May 2025
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File
CC 25-103
Type
Reports to Committee
Status
Agenda Ready
Requester
Office of Economic Development
Introduced
29 May 2025
Last synced
03 Jun 2026 · 12:18

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Memorandum

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This memorandum discusses the Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs in San José. It highlights the importance of international trade and investment in driving the local economy and employment. The Foreign Trade Zone allows foreign merchandise to enter without customs clearance, benefiting local companies. The Sister Cities program fosters international relationships and cultural exchanges. Recent activities include delegation visits to Dublin and Okayama, and various community events. The report aims to update the Community and Economic Development Committee on these programs' status and developments.

Key points
  • The memorandum is addressed to the Community & Economic Development Committee from Lee Wilcox.
  • The recommendation is to accept the report on the City’s Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs.
  • The Foreign Trade Zone allows foreign merchandise to enter without customs clearance, benefiting local companies.
  • San José has been part of the Sister Cities program since 1956, establishing partnerships with cities worldwide.
  • Recent delegation visits to Dublin and Okayama strengthened Sister City relationships.
  • The report updates on the activities and developments of the Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs over the past year.
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COMMITTEE AGENDA: ITEM: TO: COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE FROM: Lee Wilcox SUBJECT: Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs Approved 6/16/25 (d)4 DATE: Date June 3, 2025 6/6/25 RECOMMENDATION Accept the report on the City’s Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs. BACKGROUND International trade and investment help to drive San José’s economy and enhance employment opportunities. The City’s profile has grown internationally because it has engaged with cities and regions across the globe, as well as welcomed companies seeking to invest and grow their business in the United States. International affairs have been part of the City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs work for several years, including the Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities programs. 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 engagement with partner cities across the globe. Foreign Trade Zone 18 Program A Foreign Trade Zone is a site in the United States that is outside of a United States...
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Presentation

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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, recent activities, and the Sister Cities affiliations. It notes that San José received federal approval in 1974 for the 18th Foreign Trade Zone in the U.S., which facilitates economic growth and trade. The document also lists San José's Sister Cities and mentions upcoming delegation visits.

Key points
  • The Foreign Trade Zone is a federal program to foster U.S. commerce and trade.
  • San José was approved to establish the 18th Foreign Trade Zone in 1974.
  • The Foreign Trade Zone allows for duty-free admission of foreign merchandise.
  • Benefits include financial savings, enhanced competitiveness, and operational flexibility.
  • Recent activities include significant merchandise received and exports in 2023, a 50th anniversary in 2024, and changes in benefits in 2025.
  • San José is a charter member of the Sister Cities network, promoting international collaboration.
  • San José's Sister Cities include Okayama, Dublin, San José (Costa Rica), Ekaterinburg, Veracruz, Pune, Tainan, and Guadalajara.
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  • The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholder sections and lacks finalized formatting.
  • Specific details such as exact dates for activities and the nature of the April 2025 Presidential Executive Order are not provided.

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San José Foreign Trade Zone and Sister Cities Program Community and Economic Development Committee June 16, 2025 Item d(4) Joseph Hedges, International Affairs Manager City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs City of San José – Foreign Trade Zone 18 Grantee The Foreign Trade Zone is a federal program passed into law by the U.S. Congress to foster U.S. commerce and trade. San José received federal approval in 1974 to establish the 18th Foreign Trade Zone in the U.S. The City administers the Foreign Trade Zone to facilitate economic growth, support jobs, manufacturing and trade. 2 Foreign Trade Zone • A site in the U.S., through federal designation, considered to be outside of a U.S. Customs area. • Foreign merchandise is admitted into a Foreign Trade Zone duty free – duties are paid only if the merchandise enters into U.S. Customs area. • A company can delay, reduce, or eliminate federal duties on foreign merchandise that is admitted into a Foreign Trade Zone. 3 4 Foreign Trade Zone Benefits • Financial savings and operational benefits that allow businesses to maintain and grow U.S. operations. • Enhances the global competitiveness of companies operating...