We understand the uncertainty surrounding these times and we are honored that these companies, both large and small, continue to look at our community as a place they feel comfortable investing and we are honored to share a future with them. Toggle navigation OPENDATA GOV US. The cleanup effort was a huge success and residents were extremely pleased with the turnout and the results. The corporation status is Active. K Hovnanian Homes, which recently purchased several dozen lots in the Alta Estates area for their Tehachapi Hills development, opened their model home and sales office to the public on November 19th. This particular study was conducted in New York City, where the outbreak of COVID-19 was far worse than what weve seen in Kern County and Tehachapi specifically. Most of the time ICSC means building relationships for future investmentsplaces like Walmart, Home Depot, Big 5, Panda Express are just a few deals born out of this convention, however this year there was some confirmation from others who intend to come to the City of Tehachapi in the coming 12-24 months, an indicator of the attractiveness of this market. The consumer price index rose 7% in December, you can listen to the latest episode of TehachaPod, Rail Corridor Enhancement and Pedestrian Safety Project, https://www.streetlightdata.com/VMT-monitor-by-county/#methodology. A recent blog post by The Motley Fool, an investment and business advice website cited that seven in 10 small businesses plan on expanding in 2019 and 27% of those plan on additional hires as a result. The small business with 50 employees is located at Tehachapi Municipal Airport. A quick drive around the community shows help wanted signs are abundant at several restaurants including places like Panda Express and Tacos El Superior who have hosted several ongoing recruitment events. With the hospital and a new hotel development, the potential for Capital Hills is being realized in various forms. With the faith that some of the larger retailers have placed in this community apparent, others were more inclined to follow that lead. Its tough to say. Our goal is to provide more housing within this City at an affordable price, said Nathanael Harbison of OQP Homes who is representing one of the homes currently on the market. The new hotel becomes the fifth full-service hotel in the City of Tehachapi and the second to be built in Capital Hills. Meanwhile after a short break from operation, Perfettos Italian Restaurant located next door to the Hitching Post Theater also reopened on January 20th for dinner service. Raising Canes is bringing its love for quality chicken finger meals to the City of Moreno Valley. This latest tool has already shown several important numbers that show the City of Tehachapi as a magnet for investment. new business licenses issued in january 2022 business name. 410 Sherwood Place is listed at $299,000 and includes the aforementioned four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a two-car garage. This is a promising trend for local businesses, event organizers and potential investors as the consumer habits are normalizing in the City of Tehachapi. Ive spoken with companies in Tehachapi that have 50 employees and a retirement plan, but the company managing their plan is in San Diego, he said. Suite 400 next to First American Title in the Tehachapi Crossing Center. Debra and I are truly blessed and thank God every day for the people surrounding us.. Chance of rain 50%. The sounds of construction are filling the city of Merced. They also employ two local people in their new Downtown Tehachapi office as well as Payton himself, when hes not on the road delivering freight in his own truck. To cap the day, the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council will be having a mixer for investors or potential investors at the Visitor Center from 5pm-7pm on the corner of Curry and Tehachapi Blvd. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph.. Overcast with rain showers at times. The business closed in 2019 in line with the bankruptcy filings of the company and the mass-shuttering of stores nationwide. In addition, the data provides some demographic information which can assist with vendor recruitment, price points for goods and advertising best practices for return-on-investment spending. Hayes says it is likely there will be an additional contract shortly for a third prototype and his company continues to bid on other fairly large competitive contracts within the industry. Here is the process for accessing SBAs Coronavirus Disaster Relief Lending: For additional information, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center. I wished Yelp had a way of rating places in different categories. 111 single family homes were sold in the city in 2022 with an average closing price of $373,000 and a median closing price of $350,000. New Businesses (85) , Liquor Licenses (6) 181 Records. and Tucker Road. The restaurant industry was one of the hardest hit sectors during COVID-19, and while indoor dining has returned to local restaurants, the impact of months of shut down continue to lead to challenges during recovery. I just hope next time we go all the kinks of opening a new business are ironed out. The crowds at the All-American 4th of July Festival also spilled over to the Tehachapi Event Center and Rodeo Grounds where the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association hosted the Bad Bulls bull riding event. As an indicator of future summer and fall events to come, those organizing events in the City of Tehachapi are preparing for larger than normal crowds while local businesses should also prepare for an influx of business during the events and festivities. With a variety of events scheduled and the presence of additional tourism-related activities in the Tehachapi area, this recovery should continue through the summer and autumn months. Our direction continues to be vague about when business will get back to normal, but rest assured the City of Tehachapi staff has dedicated countless hours to gathering as much data as possible to help local business prepare for when whatever new version of normal we receive when the economy reopens. ", "is very good too. According to Panda Restaurant Group, full-time associates are offered progressive compensation packages with bonus opportunity, paid training, career and leadership development, medical and dental benefits along with a 401k with company match. No longer a theater, the Fox presents various types of the arts for the community with different interests. Billings likes working with small businesses specifically, and is letting them know that his firm can help these companies provide retirement plans for their employees. The convention is the largest retail gathering in the United States and has served the City well over the years playing a role in major retailers such as Home Depot, Walmart, Tractor Supply and Big 5 locating into the community. This means additional revenue for nearby restaurants, gas stations and convenience stores. Others are also recruiting on a smaller scale, bringing high-paying jobs into the community. H2H, the Kern County-based investment group bringing the hotel to Tehachapi will build an 82-room facility on Magellan Drive, is part of a planned business park situated just one block from Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Hospital. What does that mean for a restaurant owner? I came across you (the City of Tehachapi) and got lucky and found this place; I never imagined I would be able to have this size of a store.. Ferrante purchased the restaurant when it was The Garden Caf but admitted Im a steak person, and eventually changed the restaurants name and menu to reflect her tastes which were a hit in the community. The GTEDC is excited to partner with the City to celebrate the June 15th reopening, said Lydia Chaney, President of the GTEDC and owner of South Street Digital. At the direction of President Donald Trump, the Small Business Administration has announced loans of up to $2 million for small businesses impacted by Coronavirus. 5 Jun. The grand opening celebration continues Saturday, August 13th at AltaOne with a community grand opening event featuring food, games, prizes and a live remote from KUZZ radio from 11AM-1PM. Cerro Coso Community College continues to expand offerings with dual enrollment and certificate programs while Jacobsen Middle School successfully broke ground on a new sixth-grade center to accelerate learning on their campus. They also operate in Lone Pine, Bishop and Mammoth. We hope by investing in our building and appearance we will help attract another tenant in there and that helps us all.. Developers that possess water rights would have the option of turning those rights over to the City in lieu of the fee. Quick Links. and STI Popstats, an analysis of location data for the 2021 calendar year shows a true trade area (people who shop here regularly) of over 215,000 residents. SBAs Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance and can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing. All week long, watch for tweets from our account,usdaRD for informative messages with links toresource guides, newsletters, andtheNational Entrepreneurship Weekpanel discussion. The community has supported the business very well so we wanted to give something in return.. As many may have seen, the remodel continues to Tacos El Superior, the Antelope Valley-based business that is opening their first physical location in Tehachapi. Nobody is above anyone in Tehachapi which is nice. The lack of employees has caused some businesses to cut operating hours and offerings, something that hampers the ability to recover post COVID-19. I really hope we blow up; people are very curious about what we are doing here, they cant wait and are very excited about the whole thing, Dumania said. Dignity Health had a tremendous relationship with Dr. Pesche so the opportunity to bring services to Tehachapi came to fruition with the most recent acquisition. Tacos El Superior continues to hire for a variety of positions and based on the initial reviews and lines for food, theyll be no shortage of working hours. These two commercial sales represent nearly $30 million in investment in the Tehachapi market in the last six months alone. Analysis: While sales volume decreased by 17 sales, the final average sales price of single family homes saw a 22% change while the median price also increased 8% from the same time period a year ago. While the building itself will be impressive, the economic impact of the project will benefit the entire community. There are certain criteria released by the governor that Kern County has admitted will be challenging to meet, and further requests have been made to allow for more latitude in a large and diverse County such as Kern. They used this business opportunity to not only rebound, but help create a non-profit for other families who deal with tragedy and funeral expenses.After our family passed away we kind of lost hope, we really didnt know what to do with ourselves or the meaning of life, Samantha said during her acceptance speech in Bakersfield. 119 or email kbudge@tehachapicityhall.com to ensure enough ribbons are available. Working with City Staff, MKN produced projected 10-year growth scenarios for the City itself, based on these growth projections, MKN modeled the impacts to the City utility systems and projected required system improvements to address these growth impacts while establishing updates to the City water, sewer, and sewer trunk main fees. The office was purchased in late 2021 and is expected to open in the coming months and renovations are completed. A theme of inclusion established last year by the outgoing chairman of the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce carried into 2023 with the induction Thursday of the organizations incoming chairman: Ken Keller, president and CEO of Bakersfield Memorial Hospital. Secondly, shopping local has a major economic impact on local businesses, both large and small. On-site food options include outdoor Weber grills, a 24-hour In a Pinch market and coffee service. President Roger Hayes and his wife Debra started the company 13 years ago and STS continues to be a small-business success story. Other amenities at the new Towneplace Suites include an indoor swimming pool, fitness center, meeting space, laundry facilities and free Wi-Fi and copying, faxing and printing services. It was a traditional Tehachapi grand opening with the National Anthem performed by the Tehachapi High School Marching Band, a proclamation from Mayor Susan Wiggins and words of encouragement regarding the new partnership from City Manager Greg Garrett. The development of the Towneplace Suites brings the total number of full-service hotels to six. "Since early 2019, we've been talking a lot about the T-Mobile merger. The restaurant's menu is "based on traditional Southern cuisine, with appearance and decor designed to resemble an old-fashioned general store.". Along with being a successful plumbing contractor, owner John Nelson also recently purchase a septic pumping truck and has started accepting jobs in that area of the field as well. Opened 3 weeks ago. Municipal Code. Ice Cube, Cypress Hill & DJ Quik @ Mechanics Bank Arena on Sat May 20, 2023. I think its a better fit for any Tehachapi business to be able to have their IT technician address their needs and make a visit within 10 minutes. Recent additions include walk-in blood lab services and in August they will be adding a third physician to allow for more Tehachapi residents to receive primary care without traveling outside of the area. The awards, presented by the CSU Bakersfield Small Business Development Center covered several categories across Kern County with a pair of Tehachapi businesses taking home honors. Average home sales price increased 13% to $340,000 while the median sales price jumped 12% compared to a year ago. There are also plans to replace parking lot lighting once under the control of Kmart, so TKs patrons can continue to have well-illuminated places to park. Sidewalks and crossings on the East and West sides of Green Street, Hayes Street and Dennison Road. This latest round of data includes demographic information for the entire trade area, currently housing over 75,000 residents throughout various communities. Without that nexus, many cities must first work to attract sales tax generators before investing in policing. This represents a reduction from over 26 million miles driven as of March 1st, to 17.3 million miles on April 1st. 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With the approval, Chipotle will begin engineering the site with hopes to begin construction in 2021. In Tehachapi that relationship has growth reasonably, together. People have a vision and they are good visions. The new year has brought renewed hope for economic stability as the TownePlace Suites by Marriott project continues construction in Capital Hills which has sparked even more development interest in that area. According to ICSC, this years RECON was the highest-attended event since the Great Recession. Approved California state emergency declaration for small businesses; This action was required to authorize disasters loans in the state; and. The SBA has also created a variety of webinars and videos to assist with the process. Im excited about it., With a growing real estate market, Dignified Home Loans saw a demand for a second location, adding to their Tehachapi branches with the newest location at 1054 W. Valley Blvd., Suite B.This new office resides in the former Merle Norman Cosmetics building and includes an impressive remodel of the facility adding three offices, front reception area and a large conference room. Meaning the business owner who has a plan to sale his business and live off of the proceeds for retirement, may not have that option. he said. The former 5 Hearts Quilt shop on Tehachapi Blvd. With quick serve restaurants pushing customers to their mobile apps, could more long-established traditional drive-thru lanes be converted to digital pick-up windows? Search the referenced sites above for application information or visit their physical location for more information. Construction is expected to start this year on three of the highest buildings Idaho has ever seen . That journey began with the business purchase in 2013, an expansion into a second suite in 2016, the purchase of the building in 2019 and now with the building under their control, TK Pizza is expanding once again. On the building front, the City issued over 250 permits for residential and commercial building projects with an overall permit valuation of $20,858,112. The City of Tehachapi and eImpact have completed a new Demographics and Economic Opportunity dashboard that is now active on the citys website www.LiveUpTehachapi.com. Local landmark returns to former glory. A year after the first COVID-19 restrictions were imposed on this community I believe this sent a clear message that we are not only back but working towards being stronger than ever on the small business front and that is something I am very proud to be a part of said Corey Costelloe Economic Development Coordinator. We are committed to helping our communities grow and are thrilled to increase our investment in the amazing City of Tehachapi., said Stephanie Sievers, CEO of AltaOne. Tehachapi is no exception to that rule and as a result of a strong economy in 2018, we were blessed to be able to address both with success. As an economic development tool the Tehachapi Neighborhood Improvement project helps work with neighborhoods to lower crime rates, prevent chronic nuisances that attract crime and open a dialogue between residents and the police department. When a business closes naturally the assumption is that a vacant retail suite is just that, vacant and in turn, available for lease. The City of Tehachapi also greeted the Memorial Day Weekend patrons with marquee message boards on Tehachapi Blvd. In a few of the nations most-economically challenged cities, public safety has led the charge for economic recovery. Deco Du Jour hopes this initial investment in the City of Tehachapi will result in a long tenure in the community. Dignity Health is made up of more than 60,000 caregivers and staff who deliver excellent care to diverse communities in 21 states. will be completed and open to the public. We have matured since our last round of data over five years ago and this study represents who we are today.. City Facilities & Hours. This is the largest retail convention in the world and includes restaurants, retailers, developers, real estate interests and hotels. Panda Express has also submitted plans for their restaurant that will front Tucker road in the northwest corner of the Walmart property. The business, founded by Mike and Kendra Payton, handles shipping of frozen seafood and refrigerated produce across the nation, with a fleet of seven trucks and routes that span from the east to the west coast. 7. Engine Manufacturer: Duramax. The increased retail footprint of the region and growing community continues to attract both corporate and small restaurant owners, a trend that will hopefully continue in 2021 despite current COVID-19 related challenges. The dragster, dubbed Great Expectations III, is a tribute to the last front-motor car fielded by his grandparents, Jim and Alison Lee. New Hope Full Gospel Church 3 Mar 2023. The California Avenue restaurant will be Bakersfield's first Cracker Barrel location. An 82-room Towneplace Suites by Marriott, approved by the City of Tehachapi Planning Commission in early 2019, has officially received building permits and will break ground on December 4th. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Call it love's caprice: Valentine's Day falling on a Tuesday this year two days after the Super Bowl, as it happens is bringing its own twists for the people whose job it is to make the day special. Top 10 Reasons Not To Move To Bakersfield, California..Thanks for stopping by The world according to Briggs, I make lists. As a result, several of the fees were reduced, for example the water connection fee went from $6,708 to $2,047 per equivalent dwelling unit (EDU), sewer treatment and disposal fees were reduced from $7,259 to $4,822 per EDU as well. Public Safety Power Shutoffs bring new wrinkle to doing business. Schoolchildren in the Bakersfield area are receiving free citrus thanks to a new partnership between a fruit-growers organization based in Sherman Oaks and a Texas nonprofit focused on nutrition education. Sievers, most recently from Austin, Texas, took over Alta One nearly six months ago, leading the credit union to several expansions and partnerships in her short time. new businesses coming to bakersfield, ca 20212nd battalion, 4th field artillery regiment. In 2018, real estate numbers within the City showed 143 single-family home sales with an average closing price of $260,143, or an average of $162 per square foot. The weekly numbers do show nearly 20,000 additional visitors during the July 4th weekend than the 2019 festivities with national tourism increasing 150%. 2019 was the first full-year of operation for the new facility in Capital Hills, since opening other companies such as Dignity Health opened a new clinic while Kaiser Permanente and Omni Family health added physicians and other services for local patients, cutting down on necessary trips outside of the area. Health care continues to be one of the fastest job growth sectors in Kern County with the Bakersfield Metro Service Area (including Tehachapi) adding 1600 jobs in the industry since September of 2017 according to the latest report by the California Employment Development Department. Other news related to recovery shows the retail industry has recovered at over 118% compared to the same time in 2019, most of that credited to the expanded trade area of Tehachapi with increased traffic from surrounding communities. Promoting how the business impacts the local community and highlighting charitable work. In a nearly $4 billion deal expected to introduce more renewable and low-carbon energy to local oil fields, aCanadian pension fund joined a German asset management company Tuesday in acquiring Bakersfield-based oil producer Aera Energy LLC from its longtime owners. Payton and his wife relocated from Palmdale several years ago and he quickly realized the best way to make a living in the trucking industry was to start his own business. Small businesses can gain insights on the local labor market and other relevant aspects of the regional economy during a free, one-hour webinar starting at noon Wednesday. It also appeared on MSN.com, Yahoo News and a host of other sites. The Tehachapi Warrior Booster Club who assisted both the football and soccer programs with their pancake breakfast and hamburger/hot dog sales respectively reported over $9000 in profits for their efforts. View December 2021 New Businesses (PDF) View November 2021 New Businesses (PDF) View October 2021 New Business (PDF) View September 2021 New Business (PDF) . Sievers also discussed the various new initiatives to help borrowers and small businesses in Tehachapi and Kern County. Below is a list of City of Tehachapi businesses that have multiple jobs available. The grand opening celebration is a culmination for Alta One and years of work to establish a stand-alone branch in the City of Tehachapi, and a reassurance of the economic development efforts of the City to retain and expand existing business in the City while providing a competitive landscape, unmatched support, data analytics and the most desirable locations for success. Traffic getting into the venue caused major delays due to the capacity crowd on had for the first professional sporting event in Tehachapi since 2019. Like most retail project, especially quick serve restaurants, vehicle traffic and visibility are especially important. armed forces vacation club for veterans 082 825 4557; welsh keith brymer jones wife zapperstore.xyz@gmail.com Khalsa burger / Restaurant, Fast food. Matchbox Twenty @ Mechanics Bank Arena on Thu May 25, 2023. Well run the entire I-5 corridor and were still looking for customers.. The new Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley hospital is employing over 200 at the new facility and has been attracting medical talent from all over the United States as the facility continues to expand services. Contact us 3700 Pegasus Drive . The historic Talmarc Building located at 112 S Curry Street is for sale following the relocation of the former tenant. retail corner. 3700 Pegasus Drive Bakersfield, CA . Because it & # x27 ; s 2021 Legislative Agenda focused on recognizing the essential workers who served! With the close of 2018, the City of Tehachapi Economic Development team would like to thank all of those who have taken an interest in the economic situation in the City over the last 12 months. The development offers four different housing floor plans, each with three different architectural looks and a curb appeal. As previously mentioned the need for new physicians and medical professionals is attracting new talent to the area, bringing with it new home sales and residents. The two active housing tracts within the City fetched solid prices in 2018 and accounted for 34 new permits. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.. Northrup Grumman and other aerospace companies are taking steps to engage closer than ever with local colleges and schools to place more students in a variety of specialized jobs within an industry cluster focused in and around eastern Kern County. Both scores were combined to determine their rankings. Others are reporting that delivery and curbside pickups are helping ease the strain, but not completely replacing lost revenue during the shutdown. Outdoor dining areas popped up around most all local restaurants, some sought input from the City of Tehachapi, although the formal outdoor dining permit process was waived as business owners seek to survive. Additionally, the City did adopt a new water entitlement fee for developers that increased the price per EDU from $500 to $3,148. From 2019 to 2020, home prices were up by almost 11%. $272,000. All statistics/studies are open to interpretation. They will officially open their doors August 10, 2020, according to their corporate office. This is based on foot traffic to the tourist attractions in the City and Greater Tehachapi area. With tax savings and other things, its affordable to save for retirement. Once the dust settles and the store opens there will be over 200 full and part-time jobs available. It will rely heavily on the visibility from Highway 58 as well as the Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Hospital, Holiday Inn Express and when it is opened in 2021, the Towneplace Suites by Marriott which recently started construction. The store employs over 200 workers, many of which were hired locally from other businesses including those that were part-time employees elsewhere but were given full-time positions and benefits with the local Walmart. Others have followed suit, sharing his vision and reinvesting in Downtown Tehachapi. According to a void analysis report from Place a.i., a Chipotle restaurant at the Tehachapi Junction site scored an 88 out of 100 on a demographic match analysis and once complete, the Tehachapi Chipotle will serve 56% of the trade area population that already frequents a Chipotle within a 50-mile radius, mostly in the Bakersfield metro area. With nearby commercial and retail developments expanding, Chipotle leveraged their ongoing relationship with the City of Tehachapi through connections made at the annual ICSC convention to select the site located between Starbucks and Panda Express. The hotel is the first extended-stay facility and becomes the sixth full-service hotel offering in the City of Tehachapi. Famous Footwear opened earlier this spring. Easy in, easy out, if we have three or four RVs show up at the same time, we have to be able to accommodate that.The new location accommodates that nicely, complete with a working bay as well as storage yard for vehicles waiting to be serviced. WASHINGTON, April 13, 2020 U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today unveiled a one-stop-shop of federal programs that can be used by rural communities, organizations and individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately for Tehachapi this wasnt a major turnaround from a public safety standpoint, but combined with award-winning policing and investigative tactics, a prioritization of public safety and economic development efforts the climate is safe for investors and employees. Interested parties can call Kaylee Torres at (213) 308-2808 for application information. Three new restaurant offerings are in the various stages of processing for the City of Tehachapi as the 2020 calendar year started off with a bang. This logo is on all trucks operated by K.M. While the data is not broken down specifically by city, the Kern County data paints a consistent picture with the economy, COVID-19 response and who is driving less as a result. Owner Lydia Chaney is also actively involved in the community and serves as President of the Greater Tehachapi Economic Development Council. A low crime rate, responsive police force in the area and active crime prevention efforts have also made the location desirable and an easy transition for the organization who continues work on their new facility which will soon include drive up and walk-up ATM services.