December 2007
Table of Contents
- Real Estate Roundup (November 2007)
- 2007: A Year of Growth and Promise
- Did you know? 2008 Annual Meeting
- Time to Renew Your Membership Meeting
Real Estate Roundup (November 2007)
Colliers International (http://www.colliersparrish.com/)
• 535 Getty Court, Benicia – 20,160 sf lease to Gunnebo Entrance Control, Inc.
• 6500 Goodyear Rd, Benicia – 41,920 sf lease to Lord & Sons, Inc.
• 4971 Allison Parkway, Vacaville – 13,000 sf lease to JL Custom Tile & Stone Works
CBRE (http://www.cbre.com/)
• 821 Eubanks Drive, Vacaville – 5,000 sf lease to Elite Athletics
• E. Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville - 3.66 acre land sale by Russell/AD Development Group
The Wiseman Company (http://www.wisemanco.com/)
• One Harbor Center, Suisun City – 4,100 sf lease to FISERVE
• 604 Empire Street, Fairfield – 10,000 sf sale to Solano County
Table of Contents
- Real Estate Roundup (November 2007)
- 2007: A Year of Growth and Promise
- Did you know? 2008 Annual Meeting
- Time to Renew Your Membership Meeting
Real Estate Roundup (November 2007)
Colliers International (http://www.colliersparrish.com/)
• 535 Getty Court, Benicia – 20,160 sf lease to Gunnebo Entrance Control, Inc.
• 6500 Goodyear Rd, Benicia – 41,920 sf lease to Lord & Sons, Inc.
• 4971 Allison Parkway, Vacaville – 13,000 sf lease to JL Custom Tile & Stone Works
CBRE (http://www.cbre.com/)
• 821 Eubanks Drive, Vacaville – 5,000 sf lease to Elite Athletics
• E. Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville - 3.66 acre land sale by Russell/AD Development Group
The Wiseman Company (http://www.wisemanco.com/)
• One Harbor Center, Suisun City – 4,100 sf lease to FISERVE
• 604 Empire Street, Fairfield – 10,000 sf sale to Solano County
2007: A Year of Growth and Promise
Dear Solano Economic Development Corporation Members
As we enjoy the holiday season, it is also a good time to reflect on 2007 and the economic posture of Solano County.
The Solano EDC Board of Directors and staff thank you for your continued support. Through your support we have been able to continue our efforts to attract new businesses and foster an atmosphere that supports the existing businesses in our cities.
This past year we have seen more major corporations show more interest in locating facilities within the Solano County borders—and through our partnerships with individual cities we have seen some major business expansions.
Each of our communities made tremendous progress in 2007:
Benicia continues its impressive renaissance of its downtown area;
Dixon will soon be home to Genentech’s major R&D facility;
Fairfield strengthens its position in retail and industrial growth;
Rio Vista offers a tremendous industrial park with an airport;
Suisun City works to increase its waterfront tourist attraction;
Vacaville takes the lead as a biotech giant in Northern California;
Vallejo’s Mare Island shows its potential for education and industry;
Nationally, economic conditions are becoming somewhat choppy—we all know that—but Solano County has been able to maintain a strong posture. A quick recognition of our occupancy rates in the retail and professional sectors is a good indication that 2007 was strong locally.
We can be thankful that we have forged a new frontier in economic development for Solano County throughout new EDC marketing program which was undertaken several years ago. The progress we have made should serve us well in the coming months as we prepare for a year of opportunities and, yes, a year of uncertainties.
On behalf of the EDC board of directors and staff I wish you Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. We look forward to working together in the coming months.
Sincerely
Mike Ammann
Did you know?
Did you know that the Solano EDC is celebrating its 25th Anniversary at the 2008 Annual Meeting?
Don’t be left out! The annual luncheon meeting is slated for 11:30 – 1:30 on January 24, 2008 at the Fairfield Hilton Garden Inn. The event is always a sellout.
To make reservations call Pat at 707 864-1855
Cost in $45 and a table can be reserved for $350
Make plans today to attend and learn more about the accomplishments of 2007 and what lies ahead for 2008!
Time to renew your membership
It’s a busy time of year, but please take a moment to renew your membership in Solano EDC.
With your continued support EDC will be able to strengthen its marketing efforts and position Solano County and its cities for a solid economic future.
An investment in EDC makes you a member of a strong team comprised of private sector and government officials. It is an opportunity to play a major role in the area’s future. This is one long term investment that will pay you and your organization big dividends!
Contact Pat at EDC for more information: 707 864-1855.
The Solano Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to enhance the economic vitality and quality of life of Solano County communities through the attraction, growth and retention of business and industry.
Solano EDC Team
Mike Ammann, President (mike@solanoedc.org)
Sandy Person, Vice President (sandy@solanoedc.org)
Pat Uhrich, Office Manager (pat@solanoedc.org)
Andy Turba, Special Projects (andy@solanoedc.org)
Solano Economic Development Corporation
360 Campus Lane, Suite 102, Fairfield, CA 94534
Phone: (707) 864-1855 Fax: (707) 864-6621
Website: http://www.solanoedc.org/
