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COVID-19 Alert Kern County in 'Orange' Tier of Reopening Framework Read On...

Airport Manager Earns Certification

Tehachapi Municipal Airport Manager Ashley Whitmore has been certified by the American Association of Airport Executives, the first airport manager in Tehachapi's history to earn the designation. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date May #1

Job opportunities abound and Art 2021 comes to Tehachapi. Read more in this version of the Economic Development Read on...
4th of July Festivities Announced

The City of Tehachapi is happy to announce the return of the All-American 4th of July Festival and a full day of Independence Day activities. Read on...
Adopt A Flag Returns to Tehachapi

Opportunities for residents and businesses to adopt a downtown light post with an American flag has returned. Read on...
TehachaPod Receives Two Podcasting Awards

The City of Tehachapi's podcast receives two 'Communicator Awards' for 'Best Government Podcast' and 'Best Special Episode.' Read on...
Pedestrian Safety Project Construction Begins

A pair of enhanced crossings with LED flashing signs and buttons for pedestrians are being installed on Curry Street and Valley Boulevard. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date April

The SBA is preparing to open the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, plus re-openings for local landmarks and economic development meetings. Read on...
FEMA Adopts City's Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The City of Tehachapi, the County of Kern and several other jurisdictions recently had the update to the Kern Multijurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan approved and adopted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Read on...
Farmers Market Vendors Applications Online

All guidelines and applications necessary to become a vendor at the Tehachapi Farmers Market can be found here. Additional Info...
City of Tehachapi Announces Text My Gov

The City of Tehachapi has a new option for residents to ask questions or report concerns via text message. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date March #2

City of Tehachapi Economic Development News including expanded restaurant offerings, small business loyalty results and a new addition to Downtown starts construction. Read on...
Small Business Loyalty Program Ends After Huge Success

The Small Business Loyalty Program exhausted all funding and donations but not before generating over $57,000 in local sales. Read the entire success story. Read on...
Local Realtor Donates $1,000 to Small Business Loyalty Program

Local Realtor Stacey Peel of Keller-Williams Tehachapi and president of the Tehachapi Area Association of Realtor made a major donation to support the continuation of the Small Business Loyalty Program. Read on...
Early Success in Small Business Loyalty Program

Over $5,000 in local purchases redeemed for gift cards in the first week. Read on...
Congressman Kevin McCarthy Joins TehachaPod

Congressman Kevin McCarthy of California's 23rd District which includes Tehachapi, joined TehachaPod to discuss the latest stimulus, improving infrastructure and the Tehachapi Mountains AVA designation. Read on...
Latest Blood Drive Doubles Goal

The latest blood drive in association with Houchin Community Blood Bank and the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Park District received the most donors to date. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date February #2

Small Business Loyalty Program details, City Council support for Friends of the Tehachapi Depot and more. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date February #1

New demographics report, Edward Jones finds a new Tehachapi home, the City takes over Farmers Market and our featured property for those seeking manufacturing space. Read on...
Demographic and Economic Opportunity Dashboard Launched

The City of Tehachapi has partnered with eImpact and completed an updated trade area study and Economic Opportunity dashboard. Read on...
City Agrees to Accept Farmer's Market Operations

Following the dissolution of Main Street Tehachapi, the City of Tehachapi has agreed to operate the annual Farmer's Market Downtown. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date January #1

A quick recap of 2020 with a solid foundation for more investment and business development in 2021. Read on...
Elected Officials Sworn In, Mayor Elected

Two City Councilmembers, City Clerk and City Treasurer were officially sworn in while Phil Smith was elected to his fifth term as Mayor. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date December

Panda Express opens and other economic development news for the City of Tehachapi. Read More...
Economic Development UP-date November

A new home retail offering fills a community need and vacant retail space, plus expanded medical options and a groundbreaking for another commercial project. Read on...
City Receives Excellence in Financial Reporting Award

The City of Tehachapi has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association for excellence in financial reporting. Read on...
Tehachapi Receives SBDC "Champion" Award

Months after COVID-19 wiped out the awards ceremony, City Manager Greg Garrett receives the SBDC "Champion of the Year" award. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date October

Panda Express starts hiring process for Tehachapi, a new housing project receives a recommendation from the planning commission and some Tehachapi landmarks start to reopen. Read on...
Tehachapi Purchases Back Up Generators

The City of Tehachapi has received two back up generators as part of a Cal OES grant received earlier this year. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date September #2

How has COVID-19 impacted commuters and miles driven? Plus, new safety tips for outdoor business operations and a chance to give back to the community. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date September #1

Three new restaurants open with modifications, plus a new Downtown storefront and more recovery resources for rural communities become available from the USDA. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date August #2

A film production shift in business has Tehachapi on the Hollywood radar, plus a developer revives community and how will Tehachapi benefit from a possible Space Force HQ nearby. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date August #1

Tehachapi is hiring...several new restaurants join other business sectors in creating new job opportunities for residents looking for work. Read on...
City Council Supports "Tehachapi Mountains" AVA

The City Council has filed a public comment letter with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau expressing their support for the proposed "Tehachapi Mountains" American Viticultural Area. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date July #1

Restaurants get creative to comply with local health orders amidst COVID-19, plus a major announcement from a proposed housing development and much more. Read on...
Umbrellas Added to Downtown to Assist With Outdoor Dining

The City of Tehachapi recently highlighted the public spaces available Downtown for dining and nearby restaurants to choose from. Umbrellas have also been added in many places to make the setting more comfortable as indoor dining remains closed. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date June #2

COVID-19 has slowed but not stopped local development including two major commercial projects. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date June #1

Housing prices rise despite COVID-19, more businesses reopen as Tehachapi gets back to work. Read on...
Economic Development UP-date May #2

Restaurants and retail open their doors under Phase 2 guidelines with hair salons and barbershops to follow. Plus, details on the Kern Recovers Small Business Loan Program. Read on...
City Adopts Balanced Five-Year Budget

The Tehachapi City Council Unanimously Adopted a Balanced Five-Year Budget Beginning with Fiscal Year 2020/21. Read on...
City, Tehachapi Police Officers Association Reach 5-Year Agreement

The City of Tehachapi has reached a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Tehachapi Police Officers Association. The agreement was approved at the June 17th City Council meeting. Read on...

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