City of Gridley
Located on Highway 99, just 60 miles from Sacramento, Gridley is a rapidly growing community, as evidenced by 500 houses planned for this city of 6,000 residents.
5-Point Program for Economic Vitality
The City is preparing for growth in five ways. A full copy of the economic vitality plan is available at gridley.ca.us/news.php.
1. Highway 99 Retail Development (high-traffic retail)
2. Gridley Industrial Park (city-owned light manufacturing)
3. Historic Downtown (retail opportunities)
4. Economic Development Services and Programs (business expansion and relocation)
5. Pacific Flyway Destination (proposed visitor center)
Permits & Business License
- Permit and business license applications can be downloaded at www.gridley.ca.us/documents/index.php.
- Zoning and environmental review is handled by the Planning Dept., (530) 846-3631.
- For broader information about city, county, and state regulations see Permitting and Licensing.
Municipal Electricity
Electricity costs for Gridley businesses are typically 15-30% less than investor-owned utilities through Gridley’s city-owned service. Industrial rates for large employers are negotiable.
- Contact Gridley Municipal Utilities at (530) 846-5695 for rates.
- Pay utility bills online at www.gridley.ca.us (go to “eGovernment”).
Business Financing
The Gridley Revolving Loan Fund provides financing for working capital, equipment, real estate and renovation:
- Size: $10,000 to $250,000
- Terms: Below market rates, generally 5-10 years
- Contact: Contact Tri-County Economic Development Corp. for business expansion assistance.
See Financing for additional options.
Gridley Industrial Park
Gridley’s 70-acre city-owned industrial park offers lots from 2 to 30 acres for manufacturing, distribution, assembly or food processing. Tenants include James Venture Corp (heavy equipment fabrication) and future occupant, Ventana Group (information technology). See the Gridley Community Profile for more information.
Business Assistance
The City provides consultation and assistance to help local businesses succeed. For business assistance contact Audrey Taylor, Development Consultant, industry@gridley.ca.us, or (800) 676-8455.
• Business Coaching – Marketing, merchandising, growth plans and exit plans
• Expansion Assistance – Expand operations, including new facility, equipment and hiring
• Highway 99 Expansion – Assistance for businesses that could be impacted by widening of Highway 99
Business Location
The City of Gridley provides confidential assistance to small and medium-size manufacturers and retail establishments seeking a location in the city. The City will work directly with your business, including site development, conditional use, and environmental process for the location. For complete information, go to the Gridley Community Profile or contact Audrey Taylor, Development Consultant, industry@gridley.ca.us, or (800) 676-8455.