Local Buzz

Made in Ontario: Iron Skillet

Our latest Made in Ontario video takes a behind-the-scenes look at a local favorite, Iron Skillet, 805 N. Euclid Avenue, and their delicious made-from-scratch southern-style menu.

Thank you, Tommy Lee, Owner of Iron Skillet, and Amber Syverson, Lead Server, for participating in this series!

The "Made in Ontario" Series allows our community to get to know the businesses and organizations that call Ontario home.

For more information about Iron Skillet, visit ironskillet-ontario.com.

Ontario International named the fastest-growing airport in the U.S. for the fifth year straight For the fifth year in a row, Global Traveler has named Ontario International Airport (ONT) the fastest-growing airport in the United States based on feedback from frequent fliers. Pre-pandemic passenger numbers have been surpassed and ONT is on track to achieving its highest annual passenger rate since 2008. To read the full press release, click here.

C-Block Parking Structure receives 2022 APWA Best Project of the Year Award

Last week, the City of Ontario's C-Block Parking Structure received a 2022 American Public Works Association's (APWA) Best Project of the Year Award.

The C-Block Parking Structure is a four-level structure (plus roof parking) located on the northwest corner of C Street and Lemon Avenue. It has over 400 parking spaces, including eight Tesla Motors Superchargers.

The structure is part of the continuing redevelopment in Downtown Ontario.

2023 State of the City

Mark your calendars for State of the City 2023!

The City of Ontario is proud to highlight its latest development projects, thriving logistics sector, and new public amenities. The 2023 State of the City Business Address will take place at the Ontario Convention Center on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 5:00 PM. It will be followed by a community event at Ontario Town Square on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 1:00 PM. This event is the perfect opportunity for businesses and stakeholders to learn why Ontario is the ideal place to thrive, underlining it as the Premier Community of the Inland Empire.

Visit ontarioca.gov/soc for more information and sponsorship opportunities.

Industry Alerts

Ontario Commercial Sign Abatement Program

Beginning January 1, 2023, Ontario's Community Improvement Department will address unpermitted and prohibited signage throughout the City. All business owners and landowners are responsible for ensuring that all signs meet the requirements of Chapter 8 of the Ontario Development Code.

Examples of these types of signs include, but are not limited to:

To view Chapter 8.0 Sign Regulations of the Ontario Development Code, click here.

Resources & Funding

Part of the Demand Side Employment Initiative (DSEI) from the California Department of Rehabilitation, the EmployABILITY Business Grant offers small- and medium-sized businesses in California the opportunity to grow their businesses, upgrade their hiring and create job opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The grants range from $20,000 - $200,000. 

For more information about the EmployABILITY Business Grant, click here.

The California Dream Fund is a one-time $35 million grant program to seed entrepreneurship and small business creation in California. New entrepreneurs and small business owners will complete a training program through select participating centers of the Technical Assistance Expansion Program (TAEP). After completing the training and consulting program, new businesses will be eligible to apply for a micro-grant of up to $10,000.

For more information about the California Dream Fund, click here.

COVID-19 EIDL Repayment Webinar

Did your organization or small business receive a COVID EIDL? 

All loans had a 30 month deferment period and many borrowers are beginning to make their first payments.This webinar will teach you how to manage & pay your COVID EIDL. 

• Learn how to register for CAFS to find out when your loan is due, how much your payment is, track your loan balance, and get other important information you need to manage your loan.
• Find out how to make your payments online via pay.gov, and learn what to do if you don't know your loan number, or need assistance with issues regarding your COVID EIDL. This event includes a Question & Answer session with Small Business Administration (SBA) experts.

January 10, 2023, 2:00 PM

Online

Available Properties

For questions or comments, please contact the City of Ontario Economic Development Department at (909) 395-2005 or OntarioEDA@OntarioCA.gov.

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