Economic Development & Marketing Committee (Ad Hoc), May 11, 2026
Votes on Partner-Led Event Funding Program Timeline Established
What happened
The Economic Development and Marketing Committee reviewed two successful community events—STEM Zone (8,000+ attendees) and the May Night Market (25,000 attendees at Commerce Plaza)—and discussed plans for FIFA World Cup watch parties at venues including Buckshaw Stadium, Conventi…
- Jurisdiction
- Santa Clara, CA
- Governing body
- Advisory (makes a recommendation)
- Date
- May 11, 2026
- Decisions
- 2 zoning decisions
- Outcome
- Voted
Free sample: decision 1 of 2
Partner-Led Event Funding Program Timeline Established
Committee established June meeting as deadline for partner-led event proposals, with events required to occur before August 31, 2026. Funding available includes up to $10,000 grants and up to $80,000 in in-kind city services per event.
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Meeting Summary
The Economic Development and Marketing Committee reviewed two successful community events—STEM Zone (8,000+ attendees) and the May Night Market (25,000 attendees at Commerce Plaza)—and discussed plans for FIFA World Cup watch parties at venues including Buckshaw Stadium, Conventi…
Key Decisions (2)
Partner-Led Event Funding Program Timeline Established
FIFA Watch Party Venue Analysis Presented
Development Activity (4)
Downtown Santa Clara RFP
Mixed-Use
Patrick Henry Drive Specific Plan
Mixed-Use
Related Santa Clara
Mixed-Use
Clara District
Mixed-Use
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