City’s Business Recognition Program Looking for Next Winner
Do you know of an exceptional business in Goleta? Then we want to hear from YOU! Nominate them for the City’s Business Recognition Program. The Program is designed to highlight Goleta businesses throughout the year for special achievements or other unique contributions to the City such as economic development, prosperity, sustainability or resilience, or other activities fostering continuous community enrichment.
Nominations are open to the community and self-nominations are accepted. Complete the short online form to nominate a local business The form is also available in Spanish here. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis and awards will be given out on a quarterly basis. Awardees will be selected by City of Goleta staff in consultation with the Greater Santa Barbara Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce.
Santa Cruz Market received the City’s first Business Recognition Program award for Longevity in the City and for serving the community for over 40 years. Read more here.
To be nominated, business must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Located in Goleta city limits.
- Hold a valid City Business License (if applicable). Don’t have one? Apply here!
- In good standing with the City (i.e. no outstanding taxes or fees).
Businesses can only receive the award once.
A nominee must demonstrate accomplishments relating to one or more of the following areas:
- Longevity in the City
- Business Growth
- Environmental Sustainability Leadership
- Community Enrichment/Supporter
- Industry Innovator
- Minority-or Women-Owned
Selected businesses will be recognized at a future City Council meeting, included in the City’s monthly e-newsletter The Monarch Press, and featured on the City’s social media channels (@cityofgoleta).
Businesses that are within City limits and have a Goleta business license are also eligible to be listed in the City’s online business directory, GoodLandGoodShopping.com. View a short tutorial on how to edit your business or add your business. For questions or assistance please email PIO@cityofgoleta.org.
To learn more about the City’s Business Recognition Program, and to nominate a local business, click here.