Economic Development Department

Rob White
Director
1052 South Livermore Avenue Livermore, CA 94550 (925) 960-4140 TDD (925) 960-4104
Office Hours:	Monday to Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Closed on Holidays.
Email:	econdev@ci.livermore.ca.us

The Economic Development Department is dedicated to enhancing Livermore's economic vitality and to expanding the city's tax and employment base. The Department oversees activities and programs related to redevelopment planning, business attraction and retention, and Downtown revitalization.

We are committed to working with you whether you have an existing business in the city or are thinking of relocating and joining us here. Our services are designed to accommodate your business needs and to ensure that your company has the necessary assistance to thrive and succeed.

Mission Statement

The Economic Development Department joins with other city departments to provide efficient, attentive and courteous service; promote economic vitality and innovation; and work to enhance the community and quality of life for Livermore citizens.

Values
As an organization, we share a vision of excellence; and adhere to ethical and honorable values that include fairness, honesty and equitable treatment to all in the performance of our duties.

Other key principles we value and practice are: outstanding customer service, being accountable for our actions, teamwork, commitment to providing quality services and a commitment to continually strive to improve the way we do business and how we deliver services to our customers.

Department Goals

• Business Incentives -Create business incentives that will stimulate and promote economic development opportunities that will enhance the community’s job base and the City’s revenue base.
  
• Business Recruitment, Retention & Expansion - Develop programs and conditions that will successfully attract businesses; and that will retain and support expansion of businesses.
  
• Tourism - Expand and strengthen the Livermore Valley’s wine industry, cultural arts programs, our historic downtown, rodeo, golf and other events and activities that promote tourism and Livermore as a destination community.
  
• Science & Technology - Attract industries that are consistent with the community’s science and technology strengths including the biotechnology industry and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the Sandia National Laboratory.