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City of Manteca
Economic Development Newsletter
April 9, 2026
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The City of Manteca Team is headed to ICSC Las Vegas, May 18-20, 2026!
We have the sites. We have the rooftops. We have a community ready for what’s next.
From opportunity sites to our 150-acre Family Entertainment Zone (FEZ), now is the time to Make It Manteca!
📍 Prime regional access: I-5, SR-120 & Hwy 99
🏙️ Population: 95,000 and growing
👨👩👧 3.2 million consumers within a 60-minute drive
📈 10.4% projected 5-year population growth
💼 $125,000 average household income
🏗️ 12,000+ housing units in the pipeline
🏡 $611,850 average home value
👷 1.2 million regional labor force
🌳 Family-oriented community with strong purchasing power
Connect with us at Booth #3268K in Central Hall!
| | The City of Manteca team recently attended ICSC Monterey on March 24–25, 2026, where we connected with innovative retailers, developers, and industry leaders exploring opportunities in our community. These conversations and meetings help position Manteca to attract new investment, enhance local amenities, create quality jobs, and support a strong, vibrant local economy for our residents. | | | | |
City Manager Toni Lundgren represented the City of Manteca as a conference panelist at ICSC Monterey, sharing insights on streamlining development processes and strengthening public-private collaboration. Her participation reinforces Manteca’s commitment to efficient project delivery, enhancing competitiveness for high-quality investment, and advancing long-term economic growth for the community.
| | Manteca Culinary Launch Pad Program | | |
Something’s been Cooking in Manteca — and it’s officially here! 🍴🎉
The City of Manteca is excited to announce the launch of our new culinary opportunity, and applications are now open!
This program is designed for aspiring food and beverage entrepreneurs who are ready to bring bold ideas to life, showcase their flavors, and take the first step toward launching their own food venture in Manteca.
Don’t miss out—applications close on May 4, 2026! If you’ve been waiting for the right opportunity to get started, this is it. Apply today for your chance to be part of something new, exciting, and designed to support and elevate local culinary talent. 🔥👩🍳👨🍳
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Join the City of Manteca for a Facebook Live education and outreach session where City staff will walk through the rules, regulations, and requirements for operating a food truck or mobile vendor in the City of Manteca.
Whether you're an aspiring vendor, a current business owner, or simply curious about how mobile vending works in our community, this is a great opportunity to learn more and get your questions answered.
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✨ Save the Date, Manteca! ✨
Join us for the 2026 State of the City Address on April 29, 2026 at 4pm, where Mayor Gary Singh, City Council, and community leaders will share updates, priorities, and the exciting road ahead for our city.
This year’s event will be held in the heart of Downtown Manteca at The Veranda Banquet Hall — a special opportunity to connect and celebrate our community’s momentum.
The City of Manteca is proudly partnership with the Manteca Chamber of Commerce to bring this event to life as we continue moving Manteca forward together.
Click the link below to learn more about tickets and sponsorships opportunities.
| | The City of Manteca is proud to welcome the following businesses to our community! | | | | |
Discover Opportunities at Manteca Marketplace!
Located at the busy corner of West Yosemite Avenue and North Union Road, Manteca Marketplace is a vibrant neighborhood retail center featuring popular tenants like Savemart, Planet Fitness, YOKLI Yogurt, Harbor Freight, and more. With high visibility at the crossroads of two major traffic corridors, the center offers a diversified mix of retail opportunities.
Two prime spaces are currently available for lease:
+/- 21,400 sf (former Rite Aid)
+/- 30,752 sf (former Big Lots)
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Discover Opportunities at 123 Sycamore Avenue!
Located in the heart of Downtown Manteca, 123 Sycamore Avenue—formerly home to City Hall—offers a unique opportunity for businesses seeking a premier location.
This fully remodeled building provides flexible potential for a range of commercial uses, including office and full-service restaurant concepts, making it an exceptional site for your next venture.
| | Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley | | |
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The Promenade Shops at Orchard Valley in Manteca is a premier outdoor lifestyle center offering shopping, dining, and entertainment, attracting over 2.9 million visitors annually. Located along State Route 120, the center features excellent freeway visibility, easy access, and a range of suite sizes to accommodate retail, dining, and service uses.
Recent upgrades include enhanced landscaping, fresh paint, new awnings, stucco repairs, and parking lot resurfacing.
Available Suites: ±2,100 – 62,487 SF
| | 105 Industrial Park Drive | | |
Manteca Industrial Park is a ±274,200 SF warehouse/distribution facility strategically located at the junction of Highways 120 and 99, offering direct access to Central Valley and Bay Area markets.
The property benefits from proximity to major intermodal, port, and airport infrastructure, making it ideal for logistics and distribution users.
The building features modern industrial specifications, including 24 dock-high doors, 8 grade-level doors, ±23’–28’ clear height, and a secured yard, along with dedicated office space.
Available Space: ±274,200 SF
| | Family Entertainment Zone (The FEZ) | |
The City of Manteca Economic Development Division has released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify qualified developers for the commercial development of the Family Entertainment Zone (The FEZ) in Manteca. The FEZ includes 150-acres of City-owned land envisioned as a dynamic mixed-use destination incorporating entertainment, sports, retail, hospitality, residential, and public space uses.
The City is now accepting submissions in response to the RFQ, which can be accessed via the link below.:
| | Valley Strong Credit Union - Building Bridges Summit | | Interim Deputy Director of Economic Development, Vanessa Carrera, and Permit Center Manager Esmeralda Villalobos recently served as panelists at Valley Strong Credit Union’s Building Bridges Summit at the University of the Pacific. As panelists, Carrera and Villalobos shared insights on the City of Manteca's Small Business Grant program as well as guidance on navigating the permitting process, helping to equip entrepreneurs and business leaders with the tools needed for success. | | 2026 Builder's Exchange Industry Update | | Interim Deputy Director of Economic Development Vanessa Carrera provided an economic development update at the 2026 Industry Update Breakfast hosted by the Builders Exchange of San Joaquin. The presentation highlighted key City initiatives and projects, strengthening collaboration with the construction community, and continued efforts to streamline processes and support continued investment in Manteca. | | iHub San Joaquin Innovation Summit | | |
The City of Manteca proudly partnered with San Joaquin iHub and the San Joaquin Partnership for the 3rd Annual Innovation Summit hosted at our local Great Wolf Lodge.
The event opened with welcoming remarks from Mayor Singh, Congressman Harder, and County Supervisor Dhaliwal and brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, and regional partners to share ideas and explore strategies that strengthen local business ecosystems and drive economic growth.
Through its dedicated booth presence, the City engaged directly with attendees, supported local innovation, and highlighted Manteca’s ongoing commitment to fostering a thriving business community through strong partnerships with iHub and local businesses.
| | Downtown District Board Meetings | |
Want to get more involved and stay up to date on everything happening in Downtown Manteca? Join the Downtown District for its monthly board meeting, held on the second Wednesday of each month at 220 E. Yosemite Ave., Manteca, CA 95336.
It’s a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and be part of shaping the future of Downtown!
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Thinking about launching a business?
The City of Manteca’s Starting a Business 101 guide walks you through the essential steps—from identifying your business type and location to securing permits, approvals, and your business license.
Whether you're opening a storefront, starting a home-based business, or launching a mobile venture, understanding local requirements early can save you time and money.
Explore the full guide and access helpful resources to get started:
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The City of Manteca is offering a one-year opportunity to bring existing unpermitted residential construction into compliance.
From January 1st through December 31, 2026, property owners can apply to legalize qualifying residential projects through a streamlined permitting process that includes:
- A temporary pause on code enforcement fines and fees
- Suspension of enforcement actions while permits are actively being pursued
- A clear pathway to meet current building and zoning requirements
This program is designed to help homeowners move forward with peace of mind while ensuring safety and compliance citywide.
| | | San Joaquin County Sparks Utility Relief Grant | |
The Sparks Relief Grant Program, managed by the San Joaquin County, supports small businesses that were negatively impacted by COVID-19 by helping to offset operational costs through utility expense reimbursements.
Eligible businesses may receive grants of up to $5,000. The business would need to have been in operation since January 1, 2020 and be a brick-and-mortar. If you have program related questions you may reach a County representative at SparkGrant@sjcworknet.org or by calling (209)468-3615.
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| The STAART Camera Grant is program is managed by the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce offering free professional security camera installations for small businesses across San Joaquin County. If you have program related questions you may reach out via email at staart@stocktonchamber.org or by calling (209)547-2770. You may access the application, by clicking the button linked below. | | | Small Business Development Center (SBDC) | |
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) San Joaquin provide support to entrepreneurs and small businesses through free workshops and no-cost, one-on-one consulting. Services include guidance on business planning, access to capital, marketing, and operations to help businesses launch, grow, and succeed.
👉 Learn more about SBDC and free upcoming webinars:
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| Contact the Economic Development Team | | |
Vanessa Carrera
Interim Deputy Director, Economic Development
econdev@manteca.gov
(209)456-8520
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Joseph Viorge-Koide
Senior Economic Development Analyst
jvkoide@manteca.gov
(209)456-8014
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