Economic Development News From the East Bay | July 23, 2026

Bay Area MFG Conference

Join us for the Bay Area Manufacturing Conference on Thursday, August 27, at the Zero Net Energy Center in San Leandro, bringing together manufacturers and leaders in economic and workforce development, education, and labor who are driving investment and quality job growth across the Bay Area. Request to join from the form.

Aerospace Innovation in Alameda

East Bay EDA members and partners came together on July 10 for two curated, exclusive tours of Pyka and Rain, two aerospace-related innovation economy companies located at Alameda Point. Considered one of the best remaining large-scale development opportunities in the East Bay, Alameda Point boasts more than 100 businesses...Read more.

$11M Grant for Port of Richmond

An $11.2 million federal grant has been awarded to the Port of Richmond to support critical repairs on one of its essential docks. Work will include structural upgrades to the wharf, restoration of the deck surface, improved load capacity, and enhanced protection against earthquake and climate-related impacts. Learn about the award.

East Bay Digest for July 2026

The East Bay Digest is East Bay EDA's new monthly overview of economic development news and updates from cities across the East Bay. This July edition highlights key news and announcements from each of our region’s seven dynamic subregions for the first half of 2026. Thank you to our city members for contributing information. Read here.

In Memoriam: Scott Haggerty

The East Bay is honoring the memory of Scott Haggerty, a former Alameda County Board Supervisor who dedicated over two decades to representing District 1. The former Supervisor was an advocate for the Tri-Valley region and Southern Alameda County, supporting community, infrastructure, and legislative advocacy...read more.

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