East Bay Economic Development Alliance

Happy first day of summer! 🌞 This week brings our first #newsletter of the season. Features in this issue include: #EastBayEDA Calendar of Events, #PrideMonth in the #EastBay, Port of Oakland Updates, Succession Planning Webinar, and more. Read and subscribe today! ➡️ https://conta.cc/3KPDgzN #AlamedaCounty #ContraCostaCounty #FirstDayofSummer

The City of Antioch welcomes AMPORTS Inc. to its newest automotive terminal off Wilbur Ave in Antioch, marking a pivotal moment in the expansion of AMPORTS' operations in the Bay Area. The terminal, developed over two years, adds approximately 100 acres to AMPORTS’ facilities and can provide direct rail access to the BSNF Railway. Should BSNF service the site in the future, it would significantly enhance logistical capabilities. Strategically located to provide convenient access to land transport links and distribution networks in major metropolitan areas, AMPORTS’ operations in Antioch will benefit from this optimum positioning. The new pier in Antioch is now operational, accepting roll-on/roll-off vessels and activating industrial space along the city’s waterfront and contributing significantly to local industry and commerce. It places Antioch as a crucial hub for vehicle import and export activities. It is an energizing time for the Antioch community, underscoring that "Antioch is Opportunity."

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Today, BART released a new report that paints a bleak picture of a Bay Area without BART while highlighting the benefits of the transit system to the region with a wide range of metrics. BART’s Role in the Region Report aims to inform a regional conversation about the future of BART by describing its contributions to the Bay Area. It also provides predictions for how the Bay Area – its economic viability, traffic-choked roadways, cultural institutions, and more – will look without BART. “The Bay Area and our regional transportation network have undergone significant changes since BART last conducted a Role in the Region study in 2016," said BART General Manager Bob Powers. “The 2024 Role in the Region Report arrives at a crucial crossroads for BART and the region, and the data, analyses, and stories within will serve as an important educational resource for the pivotal years ahead.” The report contains insights into key topics, including changes in travel patterns and funding; BART’s holistic benefits to the Bay Area; and BART’s future using data visualizations, analyses, and storytelling. View the report and visit the project webpage at bart.gov/roleintheregion and find the press release https://lnkd.in/gcA9qnHr. --- Image Descriptions: 1. Role in the Region Report banner. 2. Regional traffic congestion would worsen without BART. Drivers could experience up to an additional 19 hours lost to congestion weekly. 3. Without BART, traffic could increase by 73% on the Bay Bridge and 22% in the Caldecott Tunnel during morning peak commute hours. 4. BART is significantly more affordable than driving. Example: Taking BART from West Dublin/Pleasanton Station to Embarcadero Station costs $14. Driving the same route costs $95, including gas, tolls, insurance, and maintenance.

Women Entrepreneurs: Get your tickets for the EMPOWERMENT Summit happening here at CoBiz Richmond, Inc. on July 21st. Speakers - Workshops - Headshots - Networking. Register here https://lnkd.in/gYxejTT9 Krystal Jugarap Andrea Portillo, MSIOP, MBTI (R) Jennifer Hammock Cindy Jones-Howell Vanessa Calloway Richmondside Vida Ferdowsi, Ph.D. Roya Babay Kelly Robinson - Coach to Discover, Inc. Lucy Seligman ACC, CCHT Lara Brecher (she/her/hers) Christina Kenney Caitlin Powell Myisha Robertson, MBA, MPA

We’re in the thick of summertime, and if you’re looking for some last-minute, easy getaways Socal is your answer! A classic beach weekend is just hours away thanks to multiple daily departures from OAK through Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and even JSX. Read more through the link! https://lnkd.in/g2Pfq6da #iflyoak

Program Manta Ray 🌊 The Manta Ray prototype, an uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) built by Northrop Grumman, has completed in-water testing. Two Sandia experts are advising on energy aspects of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) program, which aims to develop a new class of long-duration, long-range UUVs ready for operations in dynamic maritime environments. Photos courtesy of Northrop Grumman. Read more about the program: https://bit.ly/4cT0dxP

Fremont’s clean energy initiatives were recently recognized by eco-news publication IMPAKTER! They called Fremont a “prime example” of a city that prioritizes sustainability and community well-being. 👏 Read the full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/d3rDDytA

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Happy 4th of July weekend to our #EastBay community and friends! Our offices will be closed tomorrow on Thursday, 7/4. Here is a list of fireworks and events happening around the region: https://ow.ly/JviI50SuUKN Please be safe and stay hydrated! 🎆 #EastBayEDA #AlamedaCounty #ContraCostaCounty #4thofJuly