City of Pleasant Hill - Economic Development Committee Meeting - August 12, 2026

The City of Pleasant Hill Economic Development Committee held a meeting on August 12, 2026, focusing primarily on updates related to local economic development initiatives. Key procurement-related discussions included the introduction of a new economic development tool called Blue Dot, which will serve as a CRM, analytics platform, and public-facing business directory to better manage and support the approximately 2,600 to 2,900 businesses in the city. The committee discussed the importance of maintaining accurate business data, facilitating business licensing and permitting processes, and providing technical assistance grants of up to $7,500 to small businesses for digital marketing support. There was also discussion about commercial real estate vacancies, the classification of office spaces, and strategies to attract and retain businesses. Additionally, the committee reviewed plans for upcoming community events aimed at promoting local businesses and increasing economic activity. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the adoption of the Blue Dot system represents a significant procurement and technology investment for the city.