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September 2024 (V.52)





*Welcome to the August Biz Buzz Newsletter!*

In this edition of the Biz Buzz Newsletter you'll find:


* *SR-82 (El Camino Real) **Pavement Rehabilitation and ADA Improvements Project Status*
* *Facade Improvement Grant Program*
* *Q1-2024 Sales Tax Report*
* *Resource Spotlight: **ADA Compliance*

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SR-82 (El Camino Real) Pavement Rehabilitation and ADA Improvements Project Status

Caltrans is scheduled to begin paving [ https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-4/d4-news/2024-07-31-paving-operations-sr-82-rehabilitation-project ] 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:


* *Southbound Lanes: *Monday to Friday - 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM
* *Northbound Lanes: *Monday to Friday - 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

For more information please visit: SR-82 Rehabilitation Pavement Project. [ https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-4/d4-projects/d4-santa-clara-sr82-pavement-rehabilitation-and-ada-improvements ]

Questions? Contact Caltrans Public Information Office, Victor Gauthier


* *Project Email: *sr82pave@dot.ca.gov
* *Caltrans Hotline Number: *(510) 286-0319

View the SR-82/ECR Flyer [ https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/CAMOUNTAINVIEW/2024/08/28/file_attachments/2979786/ECR_Flyer_85x11.pdf ] to learn more. 

El Camino Project Map
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Facade Improvement Grant Program

The City is accepting Facade Improvement Grant Program [ https://vmm0dj30.r.us-west-2.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fecondev.mountainview.gov%2Fbusiness%2Fbusiness-resources%2Ffinancing-incentives%2Ffacade-improvement-grant-program/1/01010190569b34bd-e35c3310-87ac-4c0a-94c7-ec75c7751b5d-000000/HLFR7J7lmsonq_8yLVQkFAoDK3E=381 ] 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. [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/business/business-resources/financing-incentives/facade-improvement-grant-program ]

Facade Grant

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Quarterly Sales Tax Report (HdL)

The City recently received sales tax data for the 1st Quarter of 2024 [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/9646 ] (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 [ https://econdev.mountainview.gov/business/mountain-view-business-environment/quarterly-sales-tax-reports ]. 

1Q 2024 Sales Tax Update

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Resource Spotlight: ADA Compliance

ADA Compliance

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a national law that was put into effect to ensure that equal access be reasonably provided to all patrons regardless of mobility or other issues. 

The Mountain View Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of resources and key points of information to shed light on ADA compliance requirements for Mountain View businesses. Learn more at https://chambermv.org/ada-compliance.







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Follow MV Biz on Social Media

The Economic Development team launched Facebook and Instagram accounts. Follow us for resources, events, and business promotions! 

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/mved.biz/ [ http://www.facebook.com/mved.biz/ ]

Instagram:  www.instagram.com/mved.biz/ [ http://www.instagram.com/mved.biz/ ]

Want to collaborate a storytelling post? Reach out to our team!



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