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Clovis is Good for Business

Retail, manufacturing and research industry leaders are discovering just that as they relocate and expand operations in this business-savvy community in the shadows of the Sierra Nevada. With a first-rate Community and Economic Development department that makes it its business to know business, new companies increasingly are discovering the secret of Clovis. Consider Anlin Industries, Schneider Electric, Precision Plastics, Pathology Associates, APPL Labs, and many other companies that call Clovis home.

It’s no secret why companies such as these make Clovis their home. Download Demographic Report

Quality schools and the best in public safety services: Click here to access our school district.

Industrial Parks with great public improvements, a great climate, and easy commute
A knowlegeable workforce. See our unemployment rate and Education Attainment for more details.
Close to major national parks. Go to VisitClovis.com for more details
Central location to anywhere in the State. See map for more information. It makes for a community we like to call home. With a Community and Economic Development department staff that puts its money where its mouth is, and gives its all to help make business work here, Clovis is becoming California's new economic frontier.

Economic Development Programs and Services

Developer Fee Reduction

Between January 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012, sewer and water fee relief is available for qualified office and industrial projects that obtain approval through site plan review prior to June 30, 2012 and obtain a construction permit within one year. This opportunity is available for both new development and planned expansion or relocation that includes expansion of existing office or industrial properties.

If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity or would like more information, please contact the Community and Economic Development Director, Tina Sumner at (559) 324-2082.

Training for Business Owners

Are you a local business owner in search of training? If so, look no further. The City of Clovis Economic Development Department provides business training seminars in human resources, marketing, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, leadership, business start-ups, and many other topics. What's better, the trainings are free of charge. Please contact Carlos Martinez at carlosm@cityofclovis.com to find out when the next workshop is.

To register for a seminar, please send your name, business name, and address to carlosm@cityofclovis.com.

PACE Workshop February 21, 2012

Do you need water and energy equipment upgrades in your business? Attend the PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing program workshop on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 7:30am in the Clovis Council Chambers to learn how you can do your upgrades.

ADA Compliance Workshop-March 1, 2012

Learn useful information on how to make your business ADA compliant and avoid a costly lawsuit. The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, March 1 at 7:30am in the Clovis Council Chambers (1033 Fifth St. Clovis)

Workshops are free, but you must RSVP to attend. RSVP to carlosm@cityofclovis.com or by calling 324-2092