ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEWSLETTER

Quarter 3 • 2025

In this Edition:

Learn about the Downtown Tracy Community Benefit District
Potential educational opportunity expansion of CSU Stanislaus in Tracy
Find upcoming trainings from San Joaquin SDBC, Beam Circular and more

City Updates

Attend the Downtown Tracy Community Benefit District Informational Meeting

Join the City of Tracy’s Economic Development Division at the Tracy Transit Center on October 6, at 6 p.m., for a meeting to share information about the Downtown Tracy Benefit District with property and business owners within the district. For more information, visit the event webpage.

California State University, Stanislaus Exploring Expansion Into Tracy

California State University (CSU), Stanislaus and Ridgeline Property Group announced their active exploration into an expanded presence in San Joaquin County, with a location in Tracy.

The addition of this academic site would broaden the academic opportunities for students, support workforce development, and foster partnerships in San Joaquin County. To learn more, visit the CSU Stanislaus website.

Ellis Village Center Marks Welcome of Sprouts Farmers Market

The Tracy City Council and Economic Development staff attended the Ellis Village Center groundbreaking on Monday, September 22.

Tracy continues to expand the community's specialty grocer options with the addition of Sprouts Farmers Market to the Ellis Village Center. To learn more, read the full article.

VOLT Institute Powers

Tracy's Logistics Boom

The City of Tracy's logistics sector is growing, and so is the need for skilled workers. The VOLT Institute is answering the call by launching VOLT-on-the-Go, a mobile training program that delivers in-demand industrial and logistics skills directly to students.

This federally funded program prepares graduates with valuable SACA Industry 4.0 certificates, ensuring a skilled workforce for Tracy’s future. Read the full article to discover more.

Street Eats 209 Ribbon Cutting

In August, Street Eats 209 brought local flavors to life. The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Tracy Chamber brought local vendors to the food truck plaza.

Tracy staff and City Council members were in attendance to welcome the new venture to support local food entrepreneurs. To learn more, visit the Street Eats 209 website.

GamePlex Ribbon Cutting

The City of Tracy recently welcomed GamePlex, a family entertainment destination, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Tracy Chamber. GamePlex offers indoor sports simulators and event entertainment.

Discover more about GamePlex's vibrant and welcoming environment, as well as the experiences it offers, by visiting the GamePlex website.

Business Resources and News

There are many ways to boost your business! Explore the options and resources to get the support you need for your small business journey while staying updated on the latest economic development news.

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Shop San Joaquin

Supporting local businesses is a top priority for the City of Tracy. Join “Shop San Joaquin: A Rewards Program for SJC Shoppers” (Shop San Joaquin) to promote support of your business, your fellow community and local businesses!

Chances are your business is already included in the program, but if not follow these online steps to add your business or access more promotional features. For FAQs, visit the dedicated webpage.

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Upcoming Events

View the City's calendar to stay up-to-date!

We invite you to explore Tracy, one of the friendliest cities in California. Tracy is a place to kick off your shoes, hang your hat, sit back, and relax. Tracy offers a vibrant arts and entertainment scene. The City of Tracy hosts numerous festivals and community events throughout the year, as well as live theatre, art shows and music concerts. We are an enthusiastic supporter of the arts. From Tracy it is an easy drive to recreation hot-spots like the Bay Delta, Yosemite, Tahoe and the San Francisco Bay.