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Location
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Salinas is located 350 miles north of Lost Angeles and 100 miles south of San Francisco on Highway 101, the major north-south highway in California.
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General Information
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| Population: |
151,060 (1/2000) |
| Area size: |
19.6 square miles
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| Median Household Income: |
$39,779 |
| Climate: |
Coastal, Moderate, 68°F mean temperature |
| Largest Employers: |
Bud of California, Fresh Express, Mann Packing, and Household Credit |
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Government
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The City of Salinas is a Charter City founded in 1872. The Salinas municipal government is organized under the Council/Manager form. The City Council is comprised of six
representatives elected by district and a Mayor elected at-large.
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Permit / License / Zoning Information
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The City of Salinas is the business and commercial center of the Central Coast of California. The city permit requirements vary depending on the nature of the business and its location within a zoning district. Expanding or new businesses are encouraged to contact any of the city departments, or personnel identified below, to determine the appropriate permit processes and approvals. It is recommended that these contacts be made with the City well in advance and in the initial planning stages of expanding or moving a business.
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Economic Development Assistance
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| City Manager: |
(831) 758-7201 |
| Assistant City Manager: |
(831) 758-7201 |
| Community Development Director: |
(831) 758-7206 |
| Public Works Director: |
(831) 758-7241 |
| Salinas Chamber of Commerce: |
(831) 424-7611 |
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Home Ownership Assistance
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200 Lincoln Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
Tel: (831) 758-7334
Down payment assistance provided for low income residents of City of Salinas. Homebuyer must be able to provide a minimum of 5% down payment and all closing costs. There are maximum purchase price and resale restrictions.
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