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Manufacturer opens first U.S. factory in Morgan Hill

Manufacturer opens first U.S. factory in Morgan Hill

By Brittney Sherman

Scott’s Valley-based advanced power electronics manufacturer, Heron Power, will open their first large scale Factory One in Morgan Hill. The company plans to invest more than $100M into the 286,000 SF building located at 755 Jarvis, the prior warehouse distribution site of RNDC. Project completion and mass production of the Heron Link, a 5-megawatt medium-voltage power conversion system, is expected to take place late 2027. Factory One is expected to create 600 jobs and was made possible in part by the receipt of a California Competes Tax Credit in the amount of $26.4M.

Read the full Heron Power Announcement.

 
Residential pipeline surpasses 3,000 units

Residential pipeline surpasses 3,000 units

By Brittney Sherman

The Silicon Valley Business Journal recently daylighted Morgan Hill’s residential construction boom:

“Morgan Hill’s residential pipeline has surpassed 3,000 units, one of the largest growth cycles in the city’s history, as the city pushes to become a more economically self-sustaining market, according to city data. Much of the development is concentrated in north Morgan Hill, where projects are closing the gap with San Jose and reshaping land use and density, city officials said. Officials and developers said the mix of projects reflects sustained demand for more attainable housing in Santa Clara County, while raising new questions about infrastructure and long-term planning.”

Read the full article HERE.

 
Economic Development eNewsletter

Economic Development eNewsletter

By Brittney Sherman

Happy Spring, Morgan Hill Business Community! In this first eNewsletter of 2025, you will learn about:

-The State of Silicon Valley

-Newsworthy Updates

-Citywide Visitor Trends

-Upcoming Community Events

Whether you are doing some spring cleaning or undergoing a full business remodel, we look forward to continuing to work with and support you in the upcoming quarter.

Read the 1Q2025 Economic Development eNewsletter HERE

 
Where culture, community, and hospitality thrive

Where culture, community, and hospitality thrive

By Brittney Sherman

When Dan McCranie decided to build an art gallery in Downtown Morgan Hill, he made clear he wanted none of the white walls and sharp lines found in traditional galleries. Instead, he mixed materials, shapes, colors and used mass-timber to design a building that in itself is a piece of art. Cura Contemporary Art Gallery exhibits both emerging and mid-career artists from the Bay Area and beyond in an open and engaging environment. Representing a large variety of styles and mediums, the featured artwork gives a fresh perspective and often has a deep connection to process and materiality. In addition to thoughtfully curated exhibitions, the gallery will host artist workshops, unique culinary experiences, and special events. It is truly a space where culture, community, and hospitality are blended and celebrated.

Read the full article on Architectural Record HERE!

 
All-in-one housing resource guide

All-in-one housing resource guide

By Brittney Sherman

From affordable rental and ownership opportunities to upcoming housing developments to shelter and safe parking programs, the Housing Assistance and Resource Guide is your one-stop shop for all things housing.

Access the Resource Guide HERE.

 
Leading the retail expansion race

Leading the retail expansion race

By Brittney Sherman

Even in the midst of inflation, supply chain, and post-pandemic recovery challenges, several retail brands aggressively expanded in 2023. A recent article in Footwear News identified these sporting goods, discount, and retail chains as the front runners for expansion in 2024:

Academy Sport + Outdoors

BootBarn

Dick’s Sporting Goods

Dollar General

Five Below

Macy’s

Nordstrom Rack

REI

Rothy’s

Uniqlo

Read the full article HERE.

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