The City is your joint Economic Development Team. The City's ED Team will assist all businesses with location, expansion, permitting, regulatory and environmental issues and coordinates with other county and state agencies to solve business issues.
Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation (YSEDC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit, public benefit corporation and one of only six Economic Development Districts in the State of California as designated by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration.
YSEDC staff and resources are available to work closely and in strict confidence with businesses considering location or expansion within the Yuba-Sutter region. Assistance with site location, economic and demographic information, identification of a myriad of community and employment training service groups, community tours, introductions to government and business leaders and facilitation of meetings with developers, planners and other key individuals as required is available.
YSEDC serves Sutter and Yuba counties and the cities of Live Oak, Marysville, Yuba City and Wheatland. YSEDC offers the following services:
CalBIS serves employers, corporate real estate executives, and site location consultants considering California for new business investment and expansion. Services / information offered include:
California's Site Selection Regions – Overview of the ten CalBIS Site Selection Regions.
Site Selection Services – CalBIS provides tailored site selection services for businesses, real-estate executives, and site selection consultants.
Investment Incentives – The California Investment Guide contains an overview of business advantages, taxes, and the permit process.
SACTO is the Sacramento Region's leading facilitator of economic development. It brings together the organizations, information and resources in the pursuit of jobs, talent and investment needed to ensure regional prosperity and global competitiveness.
Over the last 33 years, SACTO has assisted hundreds of companies locate and expand in the region, generating billions of dollars of investment and strengthening the economy. Today, the organization continues to create opportunities through focus and fulfillment of its mission.
In today's highly competitive, knowledge-based economy, the most successful firms are those giving priority to building learning capacity. The college district is an active partner with area businesses and industries to expand the knowledge base for increased competitiveness and an improved quality of life for all residents. Through its economic and workforce development programs, the college district delivers proven instructional services that yield workforce improvements.
On-site custom training - Target Training for Business Prosperity
Workshops, Seminars, and Classes for credit or not-for-credit
Coaches, instructors and facilitators with practical, current real world skills and knowledge
Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation (YSEDC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit, public benefit corporation and one of only six Economic Development Districts in the State of California as designated by the U. S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. Loans are made to qualified businesses to fill "GAPs" in local private sector lending practices which leave some businesses unable to obtain suitable financing. Revolving Loan Fund
Rural Development Intermediary Re-lending Program ( IRP)
EQ2 from Wells Fargo and US Bank
Source: www.ysedc.org; and primary research (as of April 2008)
Nonprofit, nonpartisan organization of California CEOs focusing on big picture issues affecting California businesses. These issues include infrastructure, education, energy, and government reform.
The CSB offers free technical consulting services to small for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. These services are provided in virtually all areas of business other than taxation, law, and loan packaging. Type of Assistance:
GCN’s mission is to introduce innovative entrepreneurs to capital, expertise, and resources for building world-class companies. Golden Capital Network conducts programs and activities throughout the United States, including:
Entrepreneur and angel investor education
Innovative venture events showcasing the most promising growth companiesBuilding critical mass for companies and investors through multi-regional collaborative networks
Golden Capital Network’s two divisions include Golden Capital Venture Events and Golden Capital Venture Communities. Golden Capital Network's 1,000+ alumni companies have raised over $1.3 billion in capital.
UC Davis provides its business and industry partners a competitive advantage. As one of the nation's top research universities, we are a valued source of professional talent, research, technology and executive education. Businesses large and small, in turn, provide private support that helps us maintain our excellence and continue to produce the research and ideas they need to thrive.
Golden Capital Network is a Chico-based nonprofit networking, training and consulting group that fosters growth entrepreneurship and early stage investing through programs around the country.
Promotes fair trade throughout the world, offers programs and assistance that can help you reduce the risk of doing business internationally, comply with trade laws, and protect your intellectual property.
The State of California also offers a website designed to provide both the experienced and novice gain access to information and assistance for importing and exporting products.
Reach trade specialists throughout the U.S. and overseas, learn about trade events that can help you promote your products overseas, obtain market research, find buyers and distributors, participate in trade missions, develop sales and distribution channels, and more.
U.S. Department of Commerce portal to federal agencies that offer export assistance, programs, and services. Find answers, learn about doing business overseas, and access market data, financing resources, legal and other information.
The Employment Training Panel (ETP) is a business and labor supported state agency that assists employers in strengthening their competitive edge by providing funds to off-set the costs of job skills training necessary to maintain high-performance workplaces.
Sutter County One Stop is a multi-faceted organization. We provide adult education, interview skills, training, career and employment counseling, advanced job search capabilities, and assistance with career placement. We provide professional business services to many employers and businesses throughout Sutter County.
The college district is an active partner with area businesses and industries to expand the knowledge base for increased competitiveness and an improved quality of life for all residents. Through its economic and workforce development programs, the college district delivers proven instructional services that yield workforce improvements.
On-site custom training - Target Training for Business Prosperity
Workshops, Seminars, and Classes for credit or not-for-credit
Coaches, instructors and facilitators with practical, current real world skills and knowledge
The Yuba Community College District can deliver on-site training solutions for any size company. We offer customized workshops, seminars and classes (college credit or not-for-credit) to increase your employees’ skill level. Results may meet and/ or exceed your business goals. Below are a few activities:
The Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce focuses on core competencies of business retention and expansion, community building, legislative advocacy and membership services. Members have a variety of networking opportunities through the Chamber; we offer seminars and classes and advocate for a strong economy and sound business practices through the Government Affairs Committee.
The Chamber of Commerce assists local economic development agencies in promoting the Yuba-Sutter business community and advocates for a strong local economy. To achieve that mission we promote the needs and concerns of businesses; we develop new business resources and disseminate important information on business development services.
Serves to unite the farmers of the two-county region, promote and protect common interests. The Farm Bureau fosters the development of commodity marketing and purchase of farm supplies on a cooperative nonprofit basis.
The North State Building Industry Association is a community-based organization of builders and associates committed to leading the industry and ensuring its integrity by working together to:
Provide education and resources for our members and the public.
Promote well-planned, growing communities through responsible development, and
Give back to the community through the collective strengths and talents of its members
BIA provides the following services and events:
Legislative Advocacy
Morning Briefing - a weekly email update on issues affecting the industry
BIA Buzz E-Newsletter
Business Exchange Breakfast - member networking event
Business Exchange Breakfast Book - lists building projects, supplies, and services offered by subcontractor and associate members
North State Builder - the BIA's bimonthly publication of member news
Golf Tournaments - for members only
Home Tour - every October, annual public tour showcases the region's newest homes
Sales events for networking and professional development
CalBizCentral from CalChamber is your one-stop shop for products that answer California and federal labor law and HR questions, alleviate confusion, and save you time and money so you can get back to business.
Sponsored by the California Economic Development Partnership, this website provides a portal to a number of resources for starting, growing, financing, expanding or relocating a business in California. The Partnership includes the Business, Transportation & Housing Agency, California Department of Food & Agriculture, and the California Labor & Workforce Development Agency. The portal seeks to simplify the path to the resources you need. These resources are provided by a myriad of public and private sources, from State and federal agencies to local private non-profit organizations, all of which are accessible to you here, simply by clicking through the portal's pages.
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a wide variety of services to millions of Californians under the Job Service, Unemployment Insurance (UI), State Disability Insurance (SDI), Workforce Investment, and Labor Market Information programs. As California's largest tax collection agency, EDD also handles the audit and collection of payroll taxes and maintains employment records for more than 17 million California workers.
The Department of Finance prepares reports on matters that have an impact on California — from the demographic make-up of the people of California; to short and long-term financial plans for infrastructure improvements; to financial audits and performance reviews of state agencies, programs, and projects.
The Franchise Tax Board is responsible for administering two of California's major tax programs: Personal Income Tax and the Corporation Tax and the California Enterprise Program.
BEA produces economic accounts statistics that enable government and business decision-makers, researchers, and the American public to follow and understand the performance of the Nation's economy. To do this, BEA collects source data, conducts research and analysis, develops and implements estimation methodologies, and disseminates statistics to the public.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is the principal fact-finding agency for the Federal Government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics. The BLS is an independent national statistical agency that collects, processes, analyzes, and disseminates essential statistical data to the American public, the U.S. Congress, other Federal agencies, State and local governments, business, and labor. The BLS also serves as a statistical resource to the Department of Labor.
USDA Rural Development in California is a one-stop service center that responds to the critical economic needs of rural towns, business entrepreneurs and rural residents and offers the Business and Cooperative Program.
Sources: Respective website and telephone interviews (as of April 2008)
Demographics
Demographic Overview
Current local population (2008)1
63,338
Current regional population (2008)2
95,878 Sutter County 71,929 Yuba County
Average Household Size (2007)2
2.75 people
Median Age (2007)2
32.7 years
Home Ownership (2007)2
7,499 (49.4%)
Total Housing Units (2007)3
16,006
Source: (1) California Dept of Finance Table E-1 Population Estimates for Cities, Counties and State, 2008 estimates. (2) Claritas MarketPlace; U.S. Census Bureau 2006 Data www.census.gov, (3) Both occupied and non-occupied structures. (As of May 2008)
Historic and Projected Population Estimates
2000 1
2008 2
2012-est 1
53,350
63,338
70,115
Growth Rate
18.7%
10.7%
Source: (1) Claritas MarketPlace and (2) California Dept of Finance Table E-1 Population Estimates for Cities, Counties and State, 2008 estimates. (As of May 2008)
Age Distribution of Population
Age Group
Total1
% Distribution 2
Under 18 years
17,608
27.8%
18-24 years
6,270
9.9%
25-34 years
10,134
16.0%
35-54 years
16,721
26.4%
55-74 years
8,931
14.1%
75 years and older
3,674
5.8%
Source: (1) California Dept of Finance Table E-1 Population Estimates for Cities, Counties and State, 2008 estimates and (2) Claritas MarketPlace. (As of May 2008)
Racial and Ethnic Composition of Population
Race / Ethnic Origin
Total1
% Distribution 2
American Indian or Alaska Native
982
1.6%
Asian
6,080
9.6%
Black or African American
2,090
3.3%
Hispanic or Latino
18,621
29.4%
Multi-race / Other
14,029
22.2%
Pacific Islander
190
0.3%
White
21,345
33.7%
Source: (1) California Dept of Finance Table E-1 Population Estimates for Cities, Counties and State, 2008 estimates and (2) Claritas MarketPlace. (As of May 2008)
Educational Attainment of Population over 25 Years of Age
Years of School Completed
Total
% Distribution
Less than High School
7,140
26.8%
High School
6,658
25.0%
Some College
6,526
24.5%
Associate's Degree
2,408
9.0%
Bachelor's Degree
2,732
10.3%
Graduate or Doctorate Degree
1,190
4.5%
Source: Claritas MarketPlace, 2007 Data (As of March 2008)
Income Level
Per Capita (2007)
Median Household (2007)
Average Household (2007)
$18,657
$40,524
$51,810
Household Income Distribution
Annual Income
Total (2007)
% Distribution
Under $35,000
6,719
44.2%
$35,000 - $50,000
2,387
15.7%
$50,001 - $75,000
2,845
18.7%
$75,001 - $100,000
1,515
10.0%
Over $100,000
1,730
11.4%
Source: Claritas MarketPlace, 2007 Data (As of March 2008)
Nursery Operations, Accounting, Radio/TV, Computer and Information Sciences, Construction Trades, Medical and Insurance Billing, Auto Mechanics Technology
Source: National Center for Education Statistics 2006 Data http://nces.ed.gov ( as of March 2008)
Employers
Major Employers
Manufacturing / Distribution / Industrial
Employment
Product / Service
Sunsweet Growers, Inc.
400
Dried and Dehydrated Fruits and Vegetables
Hilbers, Inc.
100
Commercial and Office Building Contractors
Unity Forest Products
97
Millwork
Deluxe Packages
85
Packaging and Printing
SMC Cabinets
70
Wood Cabinets
Medical and Related
Employment
Product / Service
Fremont Medical Center
598
General Medical and Surgical Hospital
Alta California Regional Center
300
Charitable Organization for Support and Education
Colusa Family Health Center
245
Health Maintenance Organization
Sutter-Yuba Mental Health Services
200
Mental Health Support and Services
Sierra Vista
135
Public Health
Emmanuel Health Care Center
130
Convalescent Home
Service / Non-Manufacturing
Employment
Product / Service
Migrant Education Region 2
250
Elementary and Secondary School
Sutter County Office of Education
132
Public Education
Labor Ready
125
Employment and Temporary Help Service
Sutter County Sheriff
120
Law Enforcement
Wholesale / Retail
Employment
Product / Service
Wal-Mart
280
Department / Discount Store
Home Depot
200
Home Center
McDonalds
180
Fast Food Restaurants
Sam's Club
150
Warehouse Membership Store
Winco Foods
140
Supermarket
Gottschalks
110
Department Store
Sierra Gold Nurseries
82
Nursery Stock
Source: City of Yuba City; Dun & Bradstreet, 2007 estimated employment (as of March 2008)
Enterprise Zone
The City of Yuba City is located in the Yuba-Sutter Enterprise Zone. the Enterprise Zone helps businesses provinding five incentives which reduce a company's tax liability to the State of California:
Hiring Tax Credit:If you hire an eligible employee to work in the Zone, you may qualify for a state hiring tax credit. Each employee your business retains for five years could save you up to $37,440!
Sales and Use Tax Credit:If you buy manufacturing, data processing, or communications equipment such as computers, copy machines, telephone systems, and fax machines for use in a business inside the Zone, your company may be eligible for the sales and use tax credit. In any year, individuals can claim a credit on the first $1,000,000 of qualifying purchases, while corporations can claim the credit on the first $20,000,000. This credit can be claimed in addition to the Manufacturer's Investment Credit (MIC) you may also qualify to receive.
Business Expense Deduction:You can deduct the cost of each qualifying item of business equipment, furniture and fixtures (or other depreciable personal property) as a business expense in the year you place it into service maximum deduction of $20,000). You can also depreciate this property as you would normally, giving you additional benefits over the life of the property.
Net Operating Loss Carryover:Individuals or corporations in the Zone who show a net operating loss may be able to carry that loss over to future years to reduce future tax liability. Minimum taxes may still apply.
Interest Deductions for Lenders:A bank or individual making a loan to a business whose sole activity takes place in the Zone may deduct direct expenses incurred in making the loan from the interest income. The lender may also take a deduction equivalent to the net interest produced by the loan. As a borrower, this could mean more favorable rates or terms on a business loan.
Sutter County One Stop is a multi-faceted organization. We provide adult education, interview skills, training, career and employment counseling, advanced job search capabilities, and assistance with career placement. We provide professional business services to many employers and businesses throughout Sutter County.
The college district is an active partner with area businesses and industries to expand the knowledge base for increased competitiveness and an improved quality of life for all residents. Through its economic and workforce development programs, the college district delivers proven instructional services that yield workforce improvements.
On-site custom training - Target Training for Business Prosperity
Workshops, Seminars, and Classes for credit or not-for-credit
Coaches, instructors and facilitators with practical, current real world skills and knowledge
The Employment Training Panel (ETP) is a business and labor supported state agency that assists employers in strengthening their competitive edge by providing funds to off-set the costs of job skills training necessary to maintain high-performance workplaces.
Employees covered by Disability Insurance (see above) are eligible for up to six weeks of paid family leave to care for a seriously ill child, spouse, parent or domestic partner, or to bond with a new minor child. Disability insurance is paid by employees.
Source: State of California Employment Development Department (www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov), First Quarter 2007 Data for Yuba City MSA (Mar 2008). (1) First Quarter 2007 Data for Yolo County. (As of March 2008)
New Developments
The past year has brought with it some exciting project approvals!In summary, the City has approved over 435,000 square feet of commercial and mixed-use development, including 100,000 square feet of industrial space, 75,000 square feet of mixed use space, and 260,000 square feet of a variety of commercial spaces.For more information on some of these great projects, please read below.
West Horizon is a 42,000 square foot, 3-story, multi-tenant office project located at the northeast corner of Harter Parkway and Lassen Boulevard.The owner recently obtained a building permit, and construction is expected to begin in the near future.
Garden Highway Business Center is a 60,000 square foot, three building, multi-suite industrial project located at the northeast corner of Garden Highway and Epley Drive.Building One is complete and already contains a number of tenants, and Building Two is currently under construction.
Yuba City Toyota is moving, and John L. Sullivan is coming to town!These two car dealerships will be located on the southeast and southwest sides of Harter Parkway and Highway 20.
La Bella Vita means “the beautiful life”, and this unique project will be the first of its kind in Yuba City.This multi-story, multi-building, mixed-use development is intended to bring a blend of residential, office, and retail uses to the southeast corner of Tharp Road and Butte House Road.
River Valley Fitness will be the northerly extension of the Yuba City Racquet and Health Club.Located on the southerly end of La Bella Vita, this project will bring a host of family fitness opportunities, including multiple pools, gyms, and a variety of classes to Yuba City residents.
The Sutter Street Flex project is a 39,000 square foot development consisting of five buildings that may be used flexibly as either office or industrial space.This project is located just north of the 10th Street Bridge, on the east side of Sutter Street.
For additional information on New Developments please contact: Katie Ertmer, 530-822-3233
Quality of Life
Housing Cost
Starter
Mid Level
Executive
$104,000 to $150,000
$130,000 to $305,000
$237,000 to $450,000
1 or 2 BR; 1000+ sf; 20+ yrs old
3 or 4 BR; 1200+ sf; 10+ yrs old
4+ BR; 2000+ sf; 5+ yrs old
Source: Realtor.com (www.realtor.com) and local realtors (as of March 2008)
Median Value Owner-Occupied Homes
Yuba City
State of California
U.S.
$273,322
$479,866
$178,626
Source: Claritas, 2007 Data (as of April 2008)
Rental Costs
Single-Family Homes
Apartments / Townhomes
$850 to $1,180 (2-bedroom) $995 to $1,400 (3-bedroom) $1,250 to $1,475 (4-bedroom)
Source: Sperling's BestPlaces (www.bestplaces.net), October 2007 data; (1) The total of all cost of living categories is weighted as follows: 30% housing, 15% groceries, 10% transportation, 6% utilities, 7% health care, and 32% miscellaneous (clothing, services, entertainment); state and local taxes are not included. (As of March 2008)
K-12 Education
Elementary / Middle Schools
Enrollment
Average Class Size
API Score1
Andros Karperos Middle (6-8)
1,032
28
777
April Lane Elementary (K-5)
571
20
781
Barry Elementary (K-8)
821
19
789
Bridge Street Elementary (K-5)
441
19
695
Butte Vista Elementary (K-7)
923
20
823
Central Gaither Elementary (K-8)
252
16
756
Franklin Elementary (K-8)
414
23
815
Gray Avenue Middle (6-8)
908
29
715
King Avenue Elementary (K-5)
384
18
746
Lincoln Elementary (K-5)
676
21
823
Lincrest Elementary (K-5)
779
20
819
Park Avenue Elementary (K-5)
606
21
682
Riverbend Elementary
900
n/a
n/a
Sutter County Special Education (K-12)
246
n/a
539
Tierra Buena Elementary (K-8)
756
19
777
Twin Rivers Charter School (K-8)
263
19
713
West Walton Elementary (K-5)
612
18
788
Yuba City Charter School (K-8)
175
19
685
Yuba City Unified Alternative (K-12)
132
n/a
711
Junior / High Schools
Enrollment and Graduation Rate2
Average Class Size
API Score1
Albert Powell Continuation (10-12)
198 / 89.7%
8
613
Feather River Academy
185 / n/a
n/a
n/a
River Valley High (9-11)
1,251 / 99.6%
28
712
Sutter County Opportunity (7-12)
175 / 83.4%
n/a
n/a
Yuba City Charter High (9-12)
89 / 98.8%
n/a
558
Yuba City High (9-12)
2,187 / 97.0%
30
737
Yuba City Unified Alternative
132 / 89.9%
n/a
711
Private Schools
Enrollment
Average Class Size
API Score1
Basics & Beyond (K)
8
n/a
n/a
Covenant Christian (K-12)
10
n/a
n/a
Faith Christian (K-12)
374
n/a
n/a
First Baptist Academy (K-8)
25
n/a
n/a
Grace Christian Academy (K-8)
153
n/a
n/a
St. Isidore Catholic (K-8)
142
n/a
n/a
Yuba City Adventist Christian (K-8)
28
n/a
n/a
Source: www.greatschools.net ; 2006-2007 school year data; all schools listed are public unless otherwise noted (as of March 2008). (1) The Academic Performance Index (API) summarizes schools' standardized test results into a single number ranging from 200 (base) to 1000 (best); the State of California has set 800 as the target API score that schools should achieve. (2) Source for graduation rates is Stanard & Poors' www.schoolmatters.com
Yuba City's Retail Trade Area population is growing at nearly 3 percent, twice as fast as the state average.
Capture traffic from Highway 99, 70, 65 and 20
Retail Trade Area
Demographics for 20-Minute Drive Time Trade Area
Population (2007)1
143,192
Population (2012 estimate)1
165,150
Households (2007)1
47,926
Households (2012 estimate)1
55,069
Median Household Income (2007)1
$42,210
Median Age (2007)1
33.2 years
Average Daily Traffic Highway 20 and 992
35,000 cars
Number of Employees3
40,394
Number of Businesses3
4,491
Sources: (1) Marketek report, 2007 data from ESRI. (2) Marketek report, 2005 data from MPSI Systems. (3) Marketek report, 2007 data from Info USA and ESRI. (As of April 2008)
1.19 Officers per 1,000 population - plans are to increase to 1.25 officers/1,000 population
Four stations, enhanced 911 Centers
46-week new officer training program
Canine Unit
Metro SWAT Team
Serve as SWAT Team for Beale Air Force Base
Technology Resources Unit - Department is recognized nationally as the most technologically advanced department for its size; one of only three non-federal agencies with authority to transfer classified documents
Citizen Police Academy - held twice a year, 600 graduates
Yuba-Sutter Anti-Gang Enforcement Unit in partnership with 14 local, state, and federal organizations
Yuba City Police Beat - regular weekly cable TV show covering variety of local, regional, and national law enforcement topics
Fingerprinting services available with Live Scan transmission connected to California Department of Justice (530-822-4670)
The counties of Sutter and Butte and the cities of Yuba City and Live Oak have formed a joint powers authority, the Sutter Butte Flood Control Agency, for the purpose of providing flood control and protection.
Sources: U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Airport Master Records as posted on www.gcr1.com; and Rand McNally estimated mileage. (as of March 2008)
Rail Transportation
UP, BSNF, and Amtrak
Source: Federal Railroad Administration, www.fra.dot.gov (GIS mapping query); (as of May 2008)
The City of Yuba City owns and operates the only full-service state-certified laboratory (ELAP # 1250) in the Yuba-Sutter area. The Yuba City Water/Wastewater Laboratory provides analytical testing services to city water customers, city departments and other municipalities.
Source: City of Yuba City Utility Department (as of May 2008)
With solar arrays constructed on piers in a city-owned storm water detention basin, the City of Yuba City's wastewater treatment facility can meet all of its electrical needs on sunny days. The solar facility is expected to produce 1.3 million KWH per year - equivalent to the demand of 750 homes.
PG & E has economic development staff to answer questions on location incentives, labor costs and supply, transportation and communications infrastructure, real estate costs and availability, fees and taxes.
PG&E can provide you with a custom rate analysis and help you evaluate utlity costs and buying options.
When you have a specific site identified, PG&E can provide detailed cost and reliability analysis.
Economic Development Rate Incentive
Source: Pacific Gas & Electric www.pg&e.com (as of April 2008)
