Welcome
 Welcome to the October Edition of Jurupa Valley's Economic Development Monthly Report.
National Manufacturing Day is an annual event that occurs on the first Friday of every October. This event calls for manufacturers to open their doors to the public and showcase their manufacturing operation. In addition, numerous colleges and universities participate by inviting participants to explore the latest advancements in manufacturing, interactive exhibits, technology demonstrations, and panel discussions by educators and industry experts.
Organizations such as California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) locally assist manufacturers by offering innovative services in the following areas: sales, cost reduction, quality control, workforce development, supply chain optimization, strategic growth, risk management, and cyber security. In addition, they offer regional networking opportunities, resources, and one-on-one coaching.
For more information, please visit www.cmtc.com.
Grand Opening - Su Casa Assisted Living
 Councilwoman Leslie Altamirano (far-right) presenting a Certificate of Recognition on behalf of the City of Jurupa Valley to Fernando and Esmeralda Villegas.
Meet Fernando and Esmeralda, owner and manager for Su Casa Assisted Living. Su Casa is a residential facility that specializes in serving older adults who need additional assistance with day-to-day living activities. Su Casa provides housing, meals, and assistance for up to 6 adults. Services include providing three meals a day, medication assistance, bathing and grooming, 24-hour monitoring, and occasional outings.
Su Casa is located at 6221 Rouner Drive. They are now fully operational and are currently accepting clients. For more information, call Esmeralda at 951.833.3110 or email at elomeli78@hotmail.com.
Mayor's Business Visitation Program - Southwest Toyota Lift
 Mayor Guillermo SIlva (middle) presents the Mayor's Business Award to Monica Salinas, HR Manager (far right).
Southwest ToyotaLift is a family-owned and operated material handling equipment dealer with a large variety of material handling solutions. They offer industrial equipment, utility vehicles, warehouse racking, parts, service, and rentals. Their main customers are Cardenas, Home Depot, and Niagara. They also serve numerous local businesses and major distribution center industries throughout Jurupa Valley and southern California region.
Southwest Toyota is headquartered in Jurupa Valley, and have locations in Anaheim, CA, Thousand Palms, CA, and Las Vegas, NV. Their Jurupa Valley location consists of two buildings. One building is their showroom with their latest equipment and merchandise. Their second building is used to repair and service their rental equipment. Southwest Toyota has a workforce of 170 at their Jurupa Valley locations, which consists of service technicians, customer services representatives, and their sales team. Their facility provides an indoor gym, multiple breakrooms, and a holiday-friendly work environment.
For a full list of their products, services, and job opportunities, please visit www.swtoyotalift.com.
Shop Jurupa Valley Campaign
This is a reminder of the importance of shopping and dining in Jurupa Valley. Shopping and dining locally accomplishes the following:
- Reduces air pollution since automobiles travel fewer miles
- Supports existing and creates new jobs
- Stimulates our local economy
- Facilitates community building
- Allows discovery of unique finds
- Re-circulates money back into our community (“multiplier effect”)
- Encourages improved customer service
Register Your Business
All businesses must register with the City of Jurupa Valley to obtain a Business Registration Certificate. Registering your business ensures your business is operating in the proper zone and is a permitted use. Businesses must also renew their business registration on an annual basis to remain compliant with the City of Jurupa Valley Municipal Code.
Businesses that are not physically located within the City limits may also be required to obtain a City of Jurupa Valley Business Registration Certificate if they are working within the City.
To apply for a business registration, visit our City Hall front counter, which is located at 8930 Limonite Ave. or click here for the application.
Small Business Saturday was founded by American Express in 2010 and co-sponsored by the Small Business Administration with the goal of encouraging holiday shoppers to shop locally and at small businesses. This holiday shopping event falls on the last Saturday of the month of November, which for this year will be Saturday, November 30.
The City of Jurupa will support the Small Business Saturday event by listing all businesses who will be having promotional giveaways or providing discounts. These businesses can range from dining, retail, and beauty. To find out how your business can get listed on our social media pages, email the economic development team at econdev@jurupavalley.org.
Jurupa Road Grade Separation Project
The Jurupa Road Grade Separation Project will create a four-lane underpass on Jurupa Road under Van Buren Blvd. Upon completion, this underpass will significantly improve safety and traffic circulation for its users.
The following businesses are open during construction:
- Cleaner’s Plus
- Domino’s
- Donut Tyme
- Dr. Tooth
- El Corral Mexican Grill
- Family Discount
- Family Ortiz Nutrition
- JD’s Mission Steakhouse
- Marie’s Beauty Salon
- Ortega Produce
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- Panaderia Jalisco Bakery
- Pizza King
- Plaza Liquor
- SecurCare Self Storage
- Southridge Cycling
- Stater Bros
- State Farm
- Subway
- Your Hair Center
- 4 Different Auto Shops
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Available Industrial Space - Troy Court
 Industrial space is available for immediate occupancy. Troy Court Industrial Building 3 is a free-standing, drive around building that is approximately 48,435 SF. Located at 4725 Troy Ct, the space is approved for zoning M-SC. The space features both an office and mezzanine, 5 9' x 10' dock loading doors, 64 parking stalls, 30' ceiling height, and a 1200 amp supply.
For more information, call Dough Earnhart at 951.634.4171.
Economic Resources
 The Riverside County Office of Economic Development and Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center is providing up to $5,000 for businesses located in Riverside County. All existing businesses and new businesses that started on or after July 1, 2022 are eligible to apply.
For additional information on the Thrive Program, please contact Bizinfo@rivco.org.
South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is now offering free assistance for small businesses in Jurupa Valley by providing free technical assistance by phone, e-mail, or in person. In addition, South Coast AQMD can also assist with variance petitions, fee reviews, and provide an air quality permit checklist to determine if business owners need to comply with applicable registration requirements of the South Coast AQMD prior to the granting of an occupancy permit.
For more information, email Javier at jenriquez@aqmd.gov.
Through the Business Assistance NOW Program, the County of Riverside’s Economic Development business support team will work closely with various county agencies to get your business established and growing within Riverside County. The Business Assistance NOW Program will support your business with financial resources, permit assistance, and workforce development.
For more information, email bizinfo@rivco.org.
Business Networking Opportunities
November 14, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.
Join the monthly business networking meeting hosted by the Jurupa Valley Chamber of Commerce. Business Networking Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month at Indian Hills Golf Club, which is located at 5700 Club House Dr. Members & non-members are encouraged to RSVP.
For more information, email April at info@jurupachamber.org.
 October 24, 2024, at 7:00 a.m.
Local leaders in Riverside County will be convening at the 2024 State of Riverside County to discuss elements that affect the regional economy. This event will highlight the County's five districts, County programs, and projects. Sponsorship packages for this event will also be available. Each package provides exclusive access to the event, including valuable networking opportunities with key stakeholders and community leaders.
For more information, email the Riverside County Economic Development team at RivCoEDEvents@rivco.org.
 October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. (Day 1)
October 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. (Day 2)
Connect and Build with Innovation at the 2-day EXPO and see the best of what West Coast equipment representatives have to offer. The EXPO will feature a wealth of information on energy efficiency best practices, cooking techniques and innovative technologies. It is one of the industry's largest showcases of commercial gas kitchen equipment, that brings together foodservice industry professionals that share challenges within the industry, identifies solutions, explores strategies, and builds lasting relationships.
To register, visit seminars.socalgas.com.
Business Webinars
October 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.
This session will provide practical insights into leveraging LinkedIn’s platform to enhance your business’s visibility and expand your professional network. Learn how to optimize your profile, utilize LinkedIn’s advanced features for content sharing, and engage effectively with your connections.
To register, visit sba.gov/event/56037.
 October 29th 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
This webinar aims to provide small business owners with a comprehensive understanding of the compliance responsibilities of LLC and corporate documents. Attendees will learn the essential steps to maintain good standing with state and federal regulations, ensuring their business operations remain compliant and protected.
To register, visit sba.gov/event/56532.
Job Fair
 Join the County of Riverside's last job fair for 2024! Notable agencies that will be present include FedEx, CalTrans, Riverside County, Riverside County District Attorney's Office, and UC Riverside. Businesses who currently have open recruitments can also participate at their job fairs.
For more information, please email Lance at lance.sayavong@edd.ca.gov.
Start a Business in Jurupa Valley
Thinking about starting a business or expanding your business in Jurupa Valley? Please contact our Economic Development team at econdev@jurupavalley.org to help you get started on your business endeavors!
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