SCC News

The Holidays are Going to be LIT in Salinas

Festive Holiday décor, the Tree For Peace, BINGO, Carolers and a special appearance by Santa Claus are all proceeding downtown in an effort to spread cheer and encourage supporting local businesses during the 2020 holiday […]

Visit the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile at the Salinas City Center Farmers Market

Downtown Salinas BINGO!

“BINGO!”   Support local downtown Salinas businesses and have some fun while you’re at it. Oh, and did we mention that you could WIN $200 worth of gift cards!? See below for details on how […]

Downtown Salinas Dining Guide

  Did you know there are over 20 family owned and operated eateries within the Salinas City Center district alone? In other words there are several choices for delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners out on […]

Here’s What’s Happening At The National Steinbeck Center

  SALINAS, CA – Through his writing, Steinbeck was able to capture the beauty and cultural richness of the Salinas Valley and Monterey Peninsula for the entire world to enjoy, a vibrant paradise that still […]

Downtown Salinas Parking During Construction

  The following information was taken directly from the City of Salinas website. During Construction, downtown businesses affected by the loss of on-street parking fronting their businesses may validate 90-minute parking for their customers at […]

A Message to Our Downtown Stakeholders During The Covid-19 Pandemic

  Dear Property Owners, Businesses, and Non-Profit Organizations in Downtown Salinas: We’re all worried about the future of Downtown Salinas right now. Instead of advancing the Downtown Vibrancy Plan, many of us are concerned about […]

Monterey County Public Health Officer Issues Shelter in Place Order

  For Immediate Release March 17, 2020 Frequently Asked Questions towards the bottom of this post Monterey County Public Health Officer Issues Shelter in Place Order With the confirmation of Monterey County’s first two cases […]

Downtown Streets Team Launches in Salinas City Center

  Downtown Salinas is the second location in Salinas to benefit from the wonderful work of  Downtown Streets Team (DST)   On January 16, 2020 the City of Salinas and Downtown Streets Team announced a […]

SCCIA 2019 In Review

  The future is looking bright for Downtown Salinas as the Salinas City Center Improvement Association (SCCIA) continues to lead the effort to promote and advance the Downtown Vibrancy Plan. As we approach the fifth […]