City Chamber Business Connect 4/23/2026

The City of Hemet held a special edition of its Business Connect meeting on April 23, 2026, focusing on community updates and economic development initiatives. Key topics included upcoming events such as the Hemet Regional Economic Summit and community beautification projects like tree planting and the Hemet Beautiful day of service. City Manager Mark Prestwich, who announced his upcoming retirement, highlighted accomplishments during his tenure, including improvements in public safety, branding efforts to enhance the city's image, and plans to leverage technology for code enforcement and street sweeping. He also discussed opportunities for economic diversification, including incentives for motel renovations and downtown development projects. While no specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed, the meeting emphasized strategic initiatives and partnerships aimed at fostering investment and growth in Hemet.