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Administrative Offices
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www.co.monterey.ca.us
Monterey County Government Center
168 West Alisal Street, 3rd Floor
Salinas, CA 93901
Tel: (831) 755-5115
Fax: (831) 755-5081
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Location
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The County of Monterey is located on the Central Coast of California, 100 miles south of San Francisco and 350 miles north of Los Angeles. The major north/south highway is 101. Highway 1 is a scenic coastal highway.
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General Information
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| Unincorporated Area Pop: |
102,600 |
| Total County Pop: |
401,762 (1/2000) |
| Area size: |
3,322 Square Miles |
| Median Household Income: |
$17,622 |
| Climate: |
The climate varies from a coastal climate to a warm inland valley climate. |
| Largest Employers: |
County of Monterey, Dole, and Tanimura & Antle |
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| Unincorporated Communities Include: |
| Aromas |
Carmel Valley |
Lockwood / Jolon |
Pebble Beach |
| Big Sur |
Castroville |
Lucia |
Prunedale |
| Boronda |
Chualar |
Moss Landing |
San Ardo |
| Bradley |
Elkhorn |
Pacific Valley |
San Gerardo |
| Cachagua |
Gorda |
Pajaro |
San Lucas |
| Carmel Highlands |
Las Lomas |
Parkfield |
Spreckels |
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Government
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The Board of Supervisors are elected to represent the five (5) Supervisorial Districts and are the legislative body for the County. The Board of Supervisors appoints members of the public to serve on a variety of advisory committees and commissions, including the Overall Economic
Development and Planning Commissions. The County Administrative Officer (CAO) is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the County.
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Economic Development Assistance
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In March 2003, the County Board of Supervisors endorsed the cluster development approach to economic development and diversification in the County. The Office of Economic Development (OED) and the Monterey County Business Council (MCBC) are spearheading this effort. The first three clusters targeted for development are: agriculture and agricultural services; education and research; and tourism. Additional clusters will be added to the list in the future. For more information, go to C2: Competitive Clusters Web site.
In addition to a focused effort on developing these economic clusters, the County offers a number of other programs to help businesses throughout Monterey County, including:
| Office of Economic Development: |
(831) 755-5065 |
| Small Business Revolving Loan Fund: |
(831) 424-1099 |
| Special Handling for Housing & Commercial Projects: |
(831) 755-5025 |
| One Stop Permit Assistance Center: |
(831) 755-5025 |
| Workforce Investment Board: |
(831) 755-3247 |
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Permit / License / Zoning Information
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The Monterey County Permit Assistance Center will provide you with assistance to successfully start your business. This multi-departmental facility provides information, appointment and walk-in services to developers, investors and contractors.
Currently, the Center is open to the public two days per week. Service levels are being reviewed with the possibility of a future expansion of hours. Customer service improvements have included the preparation of informational brochures and ongoing dialogues with the Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Institute of Architects and the Salinas Valley and Monterey Peninsula Builders Exchanges.
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Home Ownership Assistance
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29 Bishop Street
Pajaro, CA 95076
Tel: (831) 786-1350
Down payment assistance in the form of a second mortgage with deferred interest and principal on amounts up to $35,000. Loans are only available for home owners who live in the unincorporated areas of the county and whose income is below 80% of county median.
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