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Economic Development Activities Semi-Annual Status Report.

Economic Development Community & Economic Development Committee (CED) Agenda Ready Introduced 11 Sep 2025
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CC 25-140
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Reports to Committee
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Agenda Ready
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Introduced
11 Sep 2025
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The document is a semi-annual status report from the Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs, detailing various economic development activities from May to October 2025. It includes updates on corporate outreach, business district improvements, workforce development initiatives, downtown beautification projects, and new team members.

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  • Corporate outreach involved over 120 activities, including events and meet and greets with employers and real estate professionals.
  • AI Incentive Grants awarded $175,000 to four early-stage AI companies.
  • The Alameda Community Benefit Improvement District was formed, providing an estimated $327K in annual funding.
  • 3,000+ small business owners received assistance with city permits and registrations.
  • More than 227 outdoor special events attracted over 770,000 attendees.
  • 345 youth from low-income communities participated in the San José Works Summer Work Experience Program.
  • The Downtown Farmers Market opened in April 2025, averaging 550+ customers.
  • New team members were welcomed, including a new Director and Downtown Manager.

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Community & Economic Development Committee October 27, 2025 Item (d)4 Economic Development Activities Semi-Annual Status Report Carlos Velazquez, Public Information Manager Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs (OEDCA) Corporate Outreach Team Makes Connections ❖ Engagement:120+ activities, events and meet and greets, connecting with key employers, companies, and commercial and real estate professionals. ❖ North San Jose + Fremont Real Estate Bus Tour with The Registry ❖ Hospitality Roundtable at City Hall ❖ Manufacturing Roundtable at City Hall ❖ SEMICON West in Phoenix, AZ ❖ Ribbon cuttings for Thales, Astera Labs, Abacus Semiconductor ❖ AI Incentive Grants: Co-led the development and promotion of the program which awarded $175,000 in grants to four early-stage AI companies. May – October 2025 2 May – October 2025 3 Fostering Thriving Business Districts ❖ Business Corridor Highlights: ❖ The Alameda Community Benefit Improvement District formation, providing an estimated $327K in annual funding for the corridor. ❖ 13 ribbon cuttings in seven neighborhood business districts. ❖ The City’s Small Business Allies facilitated a record 3,000+ small business owners with...