Vineyards, bottlers, cork manufacturing, shipping and tourism--all are making Solano County a major player in California's wine industry.
While Napa and Sonoma counties continue to dominate the industry, Solano has slowly pushed its way into the picture as a growing wine industry entity.
The impact of Solano's wine industry will be discussed Thursday, Aug. 20th at the Fairfield Hilton Garden Hotel when Solano Economic Development Corporation sponsors a panel discussion on the industry and opportunities for future growth.
"Solano County provides major support functions that contribute to the success of Northern California's wine industry," Sandy Person, Vice President of Solano EDC said. "Not only do we have fine wineries, we also have bottling, corking, shipping and tourism segments that make us a key player."
Person said the county continues to grow as a wine industry, and he attributes a lot of it to the transportation access afforded by major freeways.
"Industry is discovering how convenient Solano is to the wine country of Napa-Sonoma, and how convenient we are to the Bay Area and Sacramento. These are critical elements for this industry."
The program, which begins at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, will feature:
- Ron Lanza, Wooden Valley Winery
- James Herwatt, Cork Supply
- Matt Schrap, California Trucking Association
This member breakfast is sponsored by; Pride Industries, Gaw Van Male & Sutter Health.
Cost is $25 for Solano EDC members and $35 for non-members. To register, call 707-864-1855, or e-mail, pat@solanoedc.org.
JULY 2009
Table of Contents
-Real Estate Roundup (June 2009)
-August Breakfast Event – Solano’s Economic Impact ~ Wine Industry
-Workforce Investment Board
-Did you know – Solano Tourism?
Real Estate Roundup (June 2009)
CBRE (www.cbre.com)
- 907 Cotting Lane, Vacaville, CA – 13,836 SF lease to J & B Aviation
- 1051 Aldridge Road, Vacaville, CA – 4,800 SF lease to General Machining
- 640 Eubanks Court, Vacaville, CA – 1,400 SF lease to Correct Equipment
Colliers International (www.colliersparrish.com)
- 457 Industrial Way, Benicia – Lease Renewal of 40,000 sf to Metropolitan Van & Storage, Inc.
- 505 Lopes Road, Fairfield - Leased 16,800 sf to Juvenal, S.A
- 324 Campus Lane, Suite A, Fairfield – Leased 2,290 sf to Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.
- 4705 Mangels Blvd, Fairfield – Sale of 2,155 sf to Sierra Pacific Investment Co.
- 4775 Mangels Blvd., Fairfield – Sale of 2,155 sf to State Farm Insurance
- 4727 Mangels, Fairfield - Leased 1,441 sf to PB Americas, Inc.
- 3841 Bithell Lane, Solano County – Lease Renewal of 12,750 sf to Matrix Service, Inc.
Cornish & Carey (www.ccarey.com)
- 921 Eubanks Drive, Vacaville – leased 4,542 SF to Dow Diversified, Inc.
- Interstate 80 @ Midway Road, Vacaville – sold ±216 acres to Gary Thiara & Kurt Hilbers
- 4701 Industrial Way, Benicia – sold 243,000 SF to Gonsalves & Santucci, Inc.
Cushman & Wakefield (www.cushmanwakefield.com)
- 499 Edison Ct, Fairfield - 5,100 sf leased to Westinghouse
- 2850 Cordelia Rd., Fairfield – 1,740 sf leased to Ron Brilliant
Premier Commercial (www.pcres.net)
- 1249 Illinois St, Fairfield - 4,800 sf lease to Loose Endz, Inc.
- 712+714 Madison, Fairfield - 2,800 sf lease to Teresita and Michelle Reyes
______________________________________________________
Member Breakfast Event – Solano’s Economic Impact ~ Wine Industry
Come hear about the Economic Impact of the Wine Industry in Solano County from Industry Experts on growing, bottling, corking, distribution and tourism!
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Time: 7:30 – 8 am Registration & Networking
Place: Hilton Garden Inn Fairfield
2200 Gateway Court, Fairfield, CA
Cost: $25.00 Solano EDC Members*
(*complimentary tickets are available varying on membership level)
$35.00 Non-members
To register, call (707) 864-1855 or email: pat@solanoedc.org
______________________________________________________
Workforce Investment Board (WIB)
The Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of Solano County has received an addi
tional $1,567,481 in WIA funding from President Obama's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to serve local youth in a Summer Youth Employment Program. The WIB will seek to serve approximately 450-500 young people in the local community, ages 14-24, May 1, 2009 - September 30, 2009, with an emphasis on work readiness and paid work experience with public, non-profit, and for-profit worksites.
For further information contact:
Julie Gallego (707) 863-3506 or Cheryl Franklin-Golden (707) 863-3530
If you would like information about the Business Services offered by the WIB contact:
Sonja Rockwell-Jackson, Business Services Representative, (707) 649-3616
______________________________________________________
Did you know?
Tourism is a major economic generator in Solano County, although it is not quite as large as Napa and Sonoma but still quite impressive. According to a 2007 California Travel & Tourism Commission report…
- The total direct travel spending in Solano was $587 million dollars
- With hotel and motel receipts of $158 million dollars
- $158 million dollars of total earnings
- And local tax receipts of $7.5 million dollars
Over the past 6 plus years these numbers have continued to grow and show no sign of decline.
Continue to support our local economy with a “staycation” in the Fun and Exciting Solano County.
The Solano Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to enhance the economic vitality
and quality of life in 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/
Table of Contents
-Real Estate Roundup (June 2009)
-August Breakfast Event – Solano’s Economic Impact ~ Wine Industry
-Workforce Investment Board
-Did you know – Solano Tourism?
Real Estate Roundup (June 2009)
CBRE (www.cbre.com)
- 907 Cotting Lane, Vacaville, CA – 13,836 SF lease to J & B Aviation
- 1051 Aldridge Road, Vacaville, CA – 4,800 SF lease to General Machining
- 640 Eubanks Court, Vacaville, CA – 1,400 SF lease to Correct Equipment
Colliers International (www.colliersparrish.com)
- 457 Industrial Way, Benicia – Lease Renewal of 40,000 sf to Metropolitan Van & Storage, Inc.
- 505 Lopes Road, Fairfield - Leased 16,800 sf to Juvenal, S.A
- 324 Campus Lane, Suite A, Fairfield – Leased 2,290 sf to Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.
- 4705 Mangels Blvd, Fairfield – Sale of 2,155 sf to Sierra Pacific Investment Co.
- 4775 Mangels Blvd., Fairfield – Sale of 2,155 sf to State Farm Insurance
- 4727 Mangels, Fairfield - Leased 1,441 sf to PB Americas, Inc.
- 3841 Bithell Lane, Solano County – Lease Renewal of 12,750 sf to Matrix Service, Inc.
Cornish & Carey (www.ccarey.com)
- 921 Eubanks Drive, Vacaville – leased 4,542 SF to Dow Diversified, Inc.
- Interstate 80 @ Midway Road, Vacaville – sold ±216 acres to Gary Thiara & Kurt Hilbers
- 4701 Industrial Way, Benicia – sold 243,000 SF to Gonsalves & Santucci, Inc.
Cushman & Wakefield (www.cushmanwakefield.com)
- 499 Edison Ct, Fairfield - 5,100 sf leased to Westinghouse
- 2850 Cordelia Rd., Fairfield – 1,740 sf leased to Ron Brilliant
Premier Commercial (www.pcres.net)
- 1249 Illinois St, Fairfield - 4,800 sf lease to Loose Endz, Inc.
- 712+714 Madison, Fairfield - 2,800 sf lease to Teresita and Michelle Reyes
______________________________________________________
Member Breakfast Event – Solano’s Economic Impact ~ Wine Industry
Come hear about the Economic Impact of the Wine Industry in Solano County from Industry Experts on growing, bottling, corking, distribution and tourism!
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Time: 7:30 – 8 am Registration & Networking
Place: Hilton Garden Inn Fairfield
2200 Gateway Court, Fairfield, CA
Cost: $25.00 Solano EDC Members*
(*complimentary tickets are available varying on membership level)
$35.00 Non-members
To register, call (707) 864-1855 or email: pat@solanoedc.org
______________________________________________________
Workforce Investment Board (WIB)
The Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of Solano County has received an addi
tional $1,567,481 in WIA funding from President Obama's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to serve local youth in a Summer Youth Employment Program. The WIB will seek to serve approximately 450-500 young people in the local community, ages 14-24, May 1, 2009 - September 30, 2009, with an emphasis on work readiness and paid work experience with public, non-profit, and for-profit worksites.For further information contact:
Julie Gallego (707) 863-3506 or Cheryl Franklin-Golden (707) 863-3530
If you would like information about the Business Services offered by the WIB contact:
Sonja Rockwell-Jackson, Business Services Representative, (707) 649-3616
______________________________________________________
Did you know?
Tourism is a major economic generator in Solano County, although it is not quite as large as Napa and Sonoma but still quite impressive. According to a 2007 California Travel & Tourism Commission report…
- The total direct travel spending in Solano was $587 million dollars
- With hotel and motel receipts of $158 million dollars
- $158 million dollars of total earnings
- And local tax receipts of $7.5 million dollars
Over the past 6 plus years these numbers have continued to grow and show no sign of decline.
Continue to support our local economy with a “staycation” in the Fun and Exciting Solano County.
The Solano Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to enhance the economic vitality
and quality of life in 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/
Solano County has educated commuters
More than 27 percent of Solano County residents who commute outside the county to work have at least a bachelor’s degree.
Only San Francisco and Alameda counties have more commuters who hold bachelor or graduate degrees.
“”The data says that Solano County contributes the educated workforce that is driving the economic engine of neighboring counties within the Northeast Bay,” Michael Ammann, president of Solano Economic Development Corporation (EDC) said. Most important Ammann said “expanding Bay Area employers need to know that Solano has an educated labor force looking for job opportunities in Solano and business friendly Solano communities welcome new employers. Our saying is “Plant Your Business in Solano” and grow your business with our highly qualified work force.
The latest census data shows there are 75,000 Solano residents who commute out to other counties (see chart below) with more than 19,000 who have achieved bachelor or graduate degrees.
Ammann predicted that Bay area business will reduce their workers “carbon footprint” by moving to Solano County that will result in more high paying jobs in the future. He cited the growing biotech industry, food and beverage, and other specialized manufacturing clusters paired with the availability of industrial and business parks that are “shovel ready” as reasons why Solano will experience economic development opportunities.
Solano County Residents' Commute Flows
Educational Attainment of Population that Works Outside of the County • 2006
NOTE: Source: US Census Bureau, 2006 American Community Survey. Data taken from the Solano County 2008 Index of Economic and Community Progress. A research study funded by Solano County and conducted by the Solano EDC. See entire Solano County Index of Economic and Community progress can be found at: http://www.solanocounty.com/economicindex
Only San Francisco and Alameda counties have more commuters who hold bachelor or graduate degrees.
“”The data says that Solano County contributes the educated workforce that is driving the economic engine of neighboring counties within the Northeast Bay,” Michael Ammann, president of Solano Economic Development Corporation (EDC) said. Most important Ammann said “expanding Bay Area employers need to know that Solano has an educated labor force looking for job opportunities in Solano and business friendly Solano communities welcome new employers. Our saying is “Plant Your Business in Solano” and grow your business with our highly qualified work force.
The latest census data shows there are 75,000 Solano residents who commute out to other counties (see chart below) with more than 19,000 who have achieved bachelor or graduate degrees.
Ammann predicted that Bay area business will reduce their workers “carbon footprint” by moving to Solano County that will result in more high paying jobs in the future. He cited the growing biotech industry, food and beverage, and other specialized manufacturing clusters paired with the availability of industrial and business parks that are “shovel ready” as reasons why Solano will experience economic development opportunities.
Solano County Residents' Commute Flows
Educational Attainment of Population that Works Outside of the County • 2006
NOTE: Source: US Census Bureau, 2006 American Community Survey. Data taken from the Solano County 2008 Index of Economic and Community Progress. A research study funded by Solano County and conducted by the Solano EDC. See entire Solano County Index of Economic and Community progress can be found at: http://www.solanocounty.com/economicindex
Ammann steps down as head of TeamCalifornia
Michael Ammann, president of Solano Economic Development Corporation, has stepped down as head of TeamCalifornia. He led the statewide organization for two years. The non-profit group brings together economic development organizations from across the state to market their communities for business investment and job creation.
Ammann, one of TeamCalifornia’s pioneers, helped guide the group to a statewide organization that is an important advocate for business development in California.
“When first created, TeamCalifornia was envisioned as an organization that could give the state a strong voice for economic development—at a time when the state was doing very little,” Ammann said. “I have been proud to be a part of the group’s efforts. Today it is not only recognized nationally, it has worked with state officials to increase the government’s role in economic development.”
The new president of TeamCalifornia is Michael Bushey, an executive with Southern California Edison. He becomes the first Southern California representative to lead TeamCalifornia.
“With Mike (Bushey) we have a strong economic development advocate in the president’s chair,” Ammann said. “I turn the reins of TeamCalifornia over to him with extreme confidence that the organization will continue to serve the entire state well.
Ammann, one of TeamCalifornia’s pioneers, helped guide the group to a statewide organization that is an important advocate for business development in California.
“When first created, TeamCalifornia was envisioned as an organization that could give the state a strong voice for economic development—at a time when the state was doing very little,” Ammann said. “I have been proud to be a part of the group’s efforts. Today it is not only recognized nationally, it has worked with state officials to increase the government’s role in economic development.”
The new president of TeamCalifornia is Michael Bushey, an executive with Southern California Edison. He becomes the first Southern California representative to lead TeamCalifornia.
“With Mike (Bushey) we have a strong economic development advocate in the president’s chair,” Ammann said. “I turn the reins of TeamCalifornia over to him with extreme confidence that the organization will continue to serve the entire state well.
June 2009
Table of Contents
- Real Estate Roundup (May 2009)
- Bay-Tec moves headquarters to Fairfield
- Did you know? Farmers Markets
Real Estate Roundup (May 2009)
CBRE (www.cbre.com)
- Building 599, Mare Island, Vallejo, CA – 112,327 SF lease to Alstom Transportation Inc.
- Quarters D, Mare Island, Vallejo, CA – 7,878 SF lease to Bay City Mechanical
Colliers International (www.colliersparrish.com)
- 437 & 441 Industrial Way, Benicia - 80,000 SF lease to Valero
Cushman & Wakefield (www.cushmanwakefield.com)
- 299 Beck Avenue, Fairfield - 150,000 SF lease to Meyer Corporation
- 505 Lopes Road, Fairfield - 16,800 SF lease to Juvenal Direct
- 2339 Courage Drive, Fairfield - 12,000 SF lease to Westcal Express
- 350 Chadbourne Road, Fairfield - 5,040 SF lease renewal to Amen Clinics
- 4830 Business Center Drive, Fairfield - 3,200 SF lease to George Hills Company
- 5130 Fulton Drive, Fairfield - 2,500 SF lease to OC Communications
- 5130 Fulton Drive, Fairfield - 2,500 SF lease to Proserv
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Bay-Tec moves headquarters to Fairfield
Bay-Tec Engineering, a division of Emerson Process Management, has moved its headquarters to Fairfield. It leased 20,000 square feet at 5130 Fulton Drive. The company, with a 25 year service, moved to Solano County from Napa.
Bay-Tec is a control system engineering and construction firm, focused on providing its clients with automated solutions. It also has facilities in Brea and Portland, Oregon.
In 2007 Bay-Tec was named one of the top manufacturing firms in the North Bay area.
For information regarding Bay-Tec services please call 707-252-6575.
_________________________________________________________
Did you know?
Solano County has many local produce stands and farmers markets that are great places to buy fresh produce, reduce your carbon footprint and support our local farmers. Check out a local farmers market by you!
Benicia Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday from 4 pm until 8 pm, April 30th through October
Location: First Street between B and D Streets
Dixon Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, May 21st to September 24th
Location: Women's Improvement Park, North 1st at East C Street in downtown Dixon
Fairfield Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday from 4pm until 8pm, May 7th to October 1st, 2009
Location: Downtown Fairfield on Jefferson Street and Texas Street adjacent to the Solano County Government Center Plaza
Vacaville Farmer Market
Date & Time: Every Saturday 8 am until 12pm, May 16th to October 31st
Location: Main Street between Parker and Dobbins
Vallejo Kaiser Certified Farmers Market
Day & Time: Fridays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Open All Year
Location: 975 Serreno Drive
Vallejo Saturday Certified Farmers Market
Day & Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Open All Year
Location: Georgia & Marin Streets
The Solano Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to enhance the economic vitality and quality of life in 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: www.solanoedc.org
Table of Contents
- Real Estate Roundup (May 2009)
- Bay-Tec moves headquarters to Fairfield
- Did you know? Farmers Markets
Real Estate Roundup (May 2009)
CBRE (www.cbre.com)
- Building 599, Mare Island, Vallejo, CA – 112,327 SF lease to Alstom Transportation Inc.
- Quarters D, Mare Island, Vallejo, CA – 7,878 SF lease to Bay City Mechanical
Colliers International (www.colliersparrish.com)
- 437 & 441 Industrial Way, Benicia - 80,000 SF lease to Valero
Cushman & Wakefield (www.cushmanwakefield.com)
- 299 Beck Avenue, Fairfield - 150,000 SF lease to Meyer Corporation
- 505 Lopes Road, Fairfield - 16,800 SF lease to Juvenal Direct
- 2339 Courage Drive, Fairfield - 12,000 SF lease to Westcal Express
- 350 Chadbourne Road, Fairfield - 5,040 SF lease renewal to Amen Clinics
- 4830 Business Center Drive, Fairfield - 3,200 SF lease to George Hills Company
- 5130 Fulton Drive, Fairfield - 2,500 SF lease to OC Communications
- 5130 Fulton Drive, Fairfield - 2,500 SF lease to Proserv
_______________________________________________________
Bay-Tec moves headquarters to Fairfield
Bay-Tec Engineering, a division of Emerson Process Management, has moved its headquarters to Fairfield. It leased 20,000 square feet at 5130 Fulton Drive. The company, with a 25 year service, moved to Solano County from Napa.
Bay-Tec is a control system engineering and construction firm, focused on providing its clients with automated solutions. It also has facilities in Brea and Portland, Oregon.
In 2007 Bay-Tec was named one of the top manufacturing firms in the North Bay area.
For information regarding Bay-Tec services please call 707-252-6575.
_________________________________________________________
Did you know?
Solano County has many local produce stands and farmers markets that are great places to buy fresh produce, reduce your carbon footprint and support our local farmers. Check out a local farmers market by you!
Benicia Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday from 4 pm until 8 pm, April 30th through October
Location: First Street between B and D Streets
Dixon Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, May 21st to September 24th
Location: Women's Improvement Park, North 1st at East C Street in downtown Dixon
Fairfield Farmers Market
Date & Time: Every Thursday from 4pm until 8pm, May 7th to October 1st, 2009
Location: Downtown Fairfield on Jefferson Street and Texas Street adjacent to the Solano County Government Center Plaza
Vacaville Farmer Market
Date & Time: Every Saturday 8 am until 12pm, May 16th to October 31st
Location: Main Street between Parker and Dobbins
Vallejo Kaiser Certified Farmers Market
Day & Time: Fridays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Open All Year
Location: 975 Serreno Drive
Vallejo Saturday Certified Farmers Market
Day & Time: Saturdays, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Open All Year
Location: Georgia & Marin Streets
The Solano Economic Development Corporation’s mission is to enhance the economic vitality and quality of life in 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: www.solanoedc.org
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