• Business Resources

  • Whether you are starting a new business or are an existing employer, our goal is to help you find the resources and information that you need to succeed.

    Below is a list resources that may be pertinent to the type of business you wish to start in Danville.

     

  • Development Resources - There are many opportunities to learn how to run your business more efficiently and get individual help in Danville.  Through resources such as East Bay SCORE or the Contra Costa Small Business Development Center, you can find counseling and workshops to help your business.
     
    Employment Resources - If you are an employer with questions about your employees, use one of the East Bay Works Career Centers or the Human Resources Hotline.  You can learn about connecting with employees, job training opportunities, and much more.
     
    Financing Resources - Finance and expand your business with one of the resources available. See if you can get help from the SBA or the CDBG Small Business Loan Program, and look into Danville's Retail Incentives Program for funding.
     
    Networking Resources - Connect with other businesses as well as your customers in Danville.  You may be able to get help through the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce, the Discover Danville Association, or one of the many local networking organizations.
     
    Other Resources - Find other resources that Danville offers that may be relevant to your business, such as information about how to make your business a green business.

  • Shop Danville First Website  

    Shop Danville_LogoBusinesses located within commercial districts of Danville are eligible to have a free business listing on the www.shopdanvillefirst.com website. When completing your business license form, make sure to complete the Shop Danville Section, so we can help market your business.

    Businesses who have a listing, click here for instructions to update your business profile on the website.


     

 
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Farmers' Market

Date: 6/22/2013 9:00:00 AM
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking Lot/Downtown

Location: Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking Lot, DowntownGet the freshest seasonal fare at the Danville Certified Farmers' Market. You’ll find fruits and vegetables direct from local farmers, along with fresh-cut flowers, bedding plants, fresh breads ...

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  • 2013-2016 Sales Tax Increase

    The State of California State and Use Tax Rate increased from 8.25% to 8.50%. This rate will be in effect from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2016.


     

  • 2013 East Bay Economic Outlook Report

    Annual Economic Outlook report, which is both a forecast and summary of key economic indicators for the East Bay as it compares to the region, the state of California, and the United States as a whole.

    2013 Special Report on the East Bay Workforce

    This special report is an in-depth anaylsis of the major shifts in both the demand for and supply of the region's most valuable asset: its human resources.

  • Business Concierge Service

    Not quite sure which business resource is needed for your business? Contact our “Business Concierge” to discuss your business type and we will help direct you to the appropriate business resources/organization. Contact the concierge, Jill Bergman, at jbergman@danville.ca.gov or call (925) 314-3369.
     

     

 
  • How to Bid on Public Projects

    If you own a small business and are interested in learning more about how to bid on public projects, the California Construction Contracting Program is offering free training, counseling, and resources to assist you in successfully bidding and winning contracts. Please visit their website for useful information:
    http://www.buildcalifornia.org

    In addition, Caltrans and the U.S. Small Business Administration now offer a technical assistance surety bond guarantee program to promote increased small business participation in Caltrans, State highway, and transit projects.

    Program Information