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Welcome to the August Biz Buzz Newsletter!
In this edition of the Biz Buzz Newsletter you'll find:
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SR-82 (El Camino Real) Pavement Rehabilitation and ADA Improvements Project Status
- Facade Improvement Grant Program
- Q1-2024 Sales Tax Report
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Resource Spotlight: ADA Compliance
SR-82 (El Camino Real) Pavement Rehabilitation and ADA Improvements Project Status
Caltrans is scheduled to begin paving on State Route 82/El Camino Real (SR-82/ECR), starting on Southbound SR-82/ECR, beginning at Sand Hill Road in Palo Alto and working toward State Route-237 in Mountain View. ADA improvements have been installed and will be completed before paving work begins.
Beginning the week of September 3, 2024, vehicles will not be permitted to park along the project location. No Parking signs will be posted to notify . The public will have limited and/or restricted access to sidewalks, curb ramps and several driveways while this work is taking place.
Hours of Activity:
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Southbound Lanes: Monday to Friday - 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM
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Northbound Lanes: Monday to Friday - 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
For more information please visit: SR-82 Rehabilitation Pavement Project.
Questions? Contact Caltrans Public Information Office, Victor Gauthier
View the SR-82/ECR Flyer to learn more.
Facade Improvement Grant Program
The City is accepting Facade Improvement Grant Program applications! The Facade Improvement Grant Program aims to revitalize commercial buildings with first-floor storefront businesses.
To foster economic growth and strengthen the commercial viability of storefront businesses, the City is offering grants up to $17,500. This includes:
- $2,500 for Architectural Design Services
- Up to $15,000 for Physical Facade Improvements
Learn more and watch recordings of the program webinar.
Quarterly Sales Tax Report (HdL)
The City recently received sales tax data for the 1st Quarter of 2024 (January to March). Sales tax data is reported to the City by HdL Companies, the City's sales tax consultant, on a quarterly basis, usually within four months of the quarter end.
After adjustments, actual sales from January - March 2024 were 8.9% below the first sales period in 2023. Restaurants and Hotels grew by 3.6% from the previous year due to increased sales in fast-casual dining and leisure/entertainment.
Find past quarterly reports online.
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