Why Join?
Whether you run a small business, own commercial property or live in the Central Waterfront, the Northeast Mission or Showplace Square, the PACE-SF proposed CBD offers benefits for you.
With a focus on economic development, the PACE-SF CBD aims to improve the viability and livability of these communities that are home to San Francisco’s artisan manufacturing and general production/distribution/repair (“PDR”) business sectors. These areas represent a virtual incubator for economic innovation; places where small businesses can flourish in older commercial spaces, providing quality jobs for local residents from all walks of life.
With a dedicated, full-time staff, CBD services would include:
• Assistance with zoning issues, leasing and other commercial property support
• A web-enabled, searchable database to attract new enterprises
• Single point of contact to advance neighborhood interests at City Hall
• Small business support and outreach to encourage vibrancy of current local businesses
• Neighborhood branding & marketing campaigns to welcome potential new artisanal design and manufacturing enterprises
• Ability to apply for economic and neighborhood development grants
• Connecting small businesses with local workforce training, tax incentives and other programs that foster the creation of jobs for local residents
