Contra Costa County Central Sanitary District 

Commercial and industrial businesses in central Contra Costa County that discharge wastewater to the sewer system, need to contact Contra Costa Central Sanitary District at (925) 228-9500 prior to submitting a tenant improvement building permit to the Town of Danville to ensure district

Contra Costa Small Business Development Center

The Contra Costa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers free, one on one, professional business management consulting, training and business information to new and existing business owners throughout Contra Costa County. Most of the services are at no cost to the business owner. Professional business management consulting includes a team of consultants with various expertise, for example, specialists in business analysis, business planning, marketing strategies, sales techniques, financial management, financing, technology, and selling to the government. Call (925) 646-5377 or visit online at www.contracostameansbusiness.com.

Contra Costa Small Business/Microenterprise Loan Program

Contra Costa County’s Small Business/Microenterprise Loan Program helps owner-operated small businesses that need financial assistance. The program focuses on start-up businesses and expansion of existing businesses in the Urban County with five or fewer employees (including the owner).  Contact Bob Clayton at (925) 952-9158 or r.clayton@sbcglobal.net for more information.

Danville Area Chamber of Commerce

“Our mission is to enhance the growth and development of business and the quality of life in our community, by helping to keep our membership informed, connected and prosperous."

The Danville Area Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1948 to serve the business communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo and, originally, San Ramon. Currently, the Chamber is the collective business voice for about 600 members.

The Chamber works closely with its membership to address and resolve community and business issues. It also provides community informational services to visitors, new residents and relocating businesses.

In 1993, the Danville Area Chamber was chosen by the United States Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors as an accredited chamber, and re-accredited in 1999 for the next five years. Few chambers are honored with this distinguished recognition exemplifying superior performance and significant contributions to their community and country.

Each year, for the benefit and enjoyment of the entire community, the Chamber sponsors and organizes two annual Arts and Crafts Fairs, and the annual Holiday Tree Lighting. These events offer opportunities for the residents and business community to work together to foster and promote a cooperative community spirit. Contact us for more inforamtion about how your can enhance your business development at (925) 837-4400 or visit www.danvilleareachamber.com.

Mission Statement

Discover Danville Association is a collective group of downtown businesses which seek to improve the economic vibrancy, town centricity and tourism while maintaining the village atmosphere.

We are accomplishing this by working with local government and like focused organizations to drive progressive change in the development of the downtown.

Overview

With other East Bay locales spending much time, energy and money on the revitalization of their downtown areas, there is increased competition for the time and attention of residents of the tri-valley area, particularly Danville, Alamo, Diablo, and San Ramon. This competition is pulling our local residents away from Danville's potential as a shopping and recreational destination.

To keep these local residents invested in supporting Danville we must increase awareness of Danville's shopping value, pedestrian safety, recreational viability and appealing charm with East Bay consumers. The vision is an attractive, vibrant downtown lined with flowers, benches and lighted trees, bustling with local residents shopping in the many interesting shops in Danville's charming atmosphere or as our association's slogan suggests "small town charm, sophisticated choices.

"Discover Danville" is a non-profit organization and hosts the following activities each year and campaigns under the shop, dine and play theme:

•Discover Danville "Thursday Nights"
•Two evening concerts
•Town Branding and formal marketing and advertising plan
•Advertising in local media
•Update of the merchants and restaurants downtown map
•Improve Hartz Ave. and Prospect Ave. street lighting to improve aesthetics, store fronts and general feeling of public safety.
•Form a Landlords/Building owner's council to work with the merchant's council and the Town of Danville.
•Monthly liaison meetings with Danville Town Council members
•Research and develop the pros and cons of a Business Improvement District for downtown Danville.
•The Board of Directors and interested members meet monthly with representatives from the Danville Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Danville. This provides the association with a unique opportunity to use the primary business resources of the community to support our mission.

Membership in this dynamic association is $95.00 per year and entitles each business to have a voice in shaping the future of Danville. Visit www.discoverdanvilleca.com for more information.

EASTBAY Works Career Centers

EASTBAY Works One Stop Career Centers offer free services to employers in 14 locations throughout Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. Employers can post job orders and connect with qualified employees through customized on-site recruitment. Information is also available on regional and specialized job fairs, tax credits and other hiring incentives, as well as on-the-job training opportunities.

Environmental Health Services

Restaurants and Personal Service businesses are required to secure necessary permits from county health prior to occupying a tenant space. It is highly recommended to find out requirements necessary for your business prior to signing a lease.

Human Resources Hotline

The California Employers Association develop a "Free" Human Resource Hotline to answer common employment question which may protect your business from costly fines and penalties. Common questions may include: What forms are required by law to complete when I hire a new employee? or Can my employee work through lunch if I provide lunch? or What is the legal process to terminate an employee? We all have questions, why not get the answers for free, call 1(800) 399-5331.

Tri Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Tri-Valley, California Convention & Visitors Bureau invites you to sign up to be a Tourism Partner, and market your product or business directly to those who make the travel decisions: individual travelers, families, group travel planners, meeting, event and sport planners and anyone who has interest in visiting the area. From conference goers and business travelers to vacationing tourists, visitors can really add to your revenue if they know about your business!

We are committed to building a strong partnership with all of our tourism related businesses. Contact us for more information at (925) 846-8910 . Visit our website often to find out the latest news & marketing opportunities.

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

The SBA offers a variety of programs in finance, business counseling and training, and federal government contracting to assist small business owners.

Workforce Development Board

The Workforce Development Board supports the growth of the local economy. Utilizing a variety of strategies, the Board helps “grow” small businesses, supports larger, existing businesses in increasing productivity and improving their bottom line, and assists economic development in attracting new businesses to the county.