CAMEO advocates at the local, state and federal level for public policies that support the growth of micro-business.

Providing access to market opportunities. Our mission is to provide services to the entrepreneurs facing the highest barriers to entry to the food industry. Qualified businesses that become a part of our incubator program are given the opportunity to strengthen their entrepreneurial skillset in preparation for launching their food businesses through a variety of workshops. La Cocina brings in outside facilitators to share their expertise on a diverse range of topics. Whether you’re in our program or not, we welcome you to join us.

Providing industry-specific technical assistance through La Cocina's Incubator Program. La Cocina will walk alongside you to make your food business dreams real. Our program provides you with affordable kitchen space, support in getting the right permits, opportunities to sell and grow your business, resources like graphic design, food photography, legal advice and business consulting to realize your dream.

Providing an affordable commercial kitchen space. To rent the kitchen for food production, please contact Walter Miros, Kitchen Manager. Email is the preferred mode of communication for this type of inquiry.

Get a copy of your business registration

Contact the Treasurer & Tax Collector's Office for help.

Manage your business registration account

Update your account information, renew your business registration, or close your business.

Renew your business information

Download, fill out, and submit your renewal form.

Update business information

You must tell the City if you change your mailing address or begin operating at a new location.

Get City help if your business is affected by the pandemic

Loans, grants, and other financial help.

Waive permit fees for new businesses

Learn about the First Year Free program which waives the cost of initial registration fees, initial license fees, first-year permit, and other applicable fees for qualifying businesses.