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Santa Clara County extends reach to vulnerable communities through non-profit grants

Santa Clara County extends reach to vulnerable communities through non-profit grants

By Brittney Sherman

Non-profit organizations located in Santa Clara County will soon be eligible to receive $300,000 in grant funding via a County led program aimed at providing services to the most vulnerable community members in an equitable, diverse, respectful, and inclusive way.

Valley Medical Center Foundation and the County of Santa Clara recently announced a $10 million Covid-19 Nonprofit Resilience and Sustainability Grant Program with the goal to strengthen the sustainability and responsiveness of local nonprofits negatively impacted by the pandemic. Grant applications will be accepted online starting November 14, 2022 and closing on December 19, 2022, at 4 p.m.

Fun fact: there are more than 16,000 non-profit organizations, operating at various levels, within Santa Clara County.

For more information, visit the Valley Medical Foundation website HERE.

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Director Matt Mahood at Matt.Mahood@morganhill.ca.gov

 
County expands hazardous waste program to small businesses

County expands hazardous waste program to small businesses

By Brittney Sherman

Non-profits, property managers, and small businesses can now safely dispense of hazardous materials through the County’s existing waste program. The Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) disposal program is a drop-off service for businesses that generate fewer than 220 pounds, or 27 gallons, of hazardous waste per month, from paint and motor oil to batteries and propane tanks.

Convenience + cost savings + environmental conservation= Happy Business and Healthy Planet!

Read the full Press Release HERE and see if your business qualifies.

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Director Matt Mahood at Matt.Mahood@morganhill.ca.gov

 
California expected to become the world's 4th largest economy

California expected to become the world's 4th largest economy

By Brittney Sherman

Economic growth, job gains, and the renewable energy industry continue to fuel California’s economy, poising the state to soon surpass Germany as the 4th largest economy in the world. Renewable energy is the fastest growing business in California and a major contributor, alongside the tech industry and entrepreneurial magnetism, to the state outperforming the nation and the world in not one but several industries. California’s economy is surpassed only by the United States, China, and Japan.

Read the full Bloomberg Report HERE.

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Director Matt Mahood at Matt.Mahood@morganhill.ca.gov

 
12 Halloween Events You Can't Miss

12 Halloween Events You Can't Miss

By Brittney Sherman

There are (12) spook-tacularly fun events happening this weekend in and around Morgan Hill. Watch our Instagram video to plan your calendar for the Halloween weekend.

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Coordinator Brittney Sherman at Brittney.sherman@morganhill.ca.gov

 
October eNewsletter

October eNewsletter

By Brittney Sherman

In this eNewsletter, you will find information about key efforts that impact our business community, including:

·   Sales tax revenues continue to rise, but experts predict slower growth

·    Morgan Hill targets expanding retailers

·    City leads Manufacturing Week

·    Are you prepared for food recovery inspections?

·    Book a ride anywhere in Morgan Hill for $2.50

·    What you will see on the 2022 Local Election Ballot

·    Makers Market drives Shop Local effort

·    Ghouls and Goblins return to the Downtown

·    Morgan Hill in the news

·    Business Resources

Read the October 2022 eNewsletter HERE and reach out to the team if you have any questions or want to connect with us. Thank you for continuing to “Choose Morgan Hill.”

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Director Matt Mahood at Matt.Mahood@morganhill.ca.gov

 
2Q 2022 Sales Tax Revenue Continues to Climb

2Q 2022 Sales Tax Revenue Continues to Climb

By Brittney Sherman

The 2Q2022 sales tax revenue report has been released. View the full report HERE or skim the high level takeaways below. Although sales tax collections continue to soar quarter over quarter, experts predict much slower growth towards the end of 2022 and into 2023, as actions to curb inflation are implemented and comparisons between pandemic and post-pandemic sales tax revenue months become obsolete.

- Between the months of April-June, Santa Clara County Sales Tax collections grew 8.7% and Morgan Hill Sales Tax collections grew 10.5%, compared to these same months last year.

- After seven quarters of consistent growth, collections from the auto and transportation group dipped, mostly due to rising interest rates and inflation.

-Conversely, rising fuel costs and the return of travel activity resulted in service station collections increasing 35% over 2021.

- Morgan Hill’s business and industry group experienced an increase in collections, thanks to electrical equipment and light industrial materials sales.

- Statewide, local one cent sales and use tax increased 10% over 2021, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of double digit growth.

Have questions? Contact City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Director Matt Mahood at Matt.Mahood@morganhill.ca.gov

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