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The Westside Industrial Specific Plan (WISP) includes 2,632 acres that will accommodate and nurture the development of a major industrial/commercial center in Turlock’s industrial west side. The city of Turlock has prepared the Westside Industrial Specific Plan to facilitate economic and job development through orderly growth and development. The plan was prepared during a time of significant change in the structure of the national economy. Many types of manufacturing jobs have declined nationally or have been transferred elsewhere. However, the essential need for food and agricultural products indicate an opportunity to create a center for an enduring and sustainable economy based on agricultural products and related processes and services. It is anticipated that the benefits available from the WISP and the Enterprise Zone will stimulate industrial development. In addition to the development of WISP, the city has invested $8 million in infrastructure to provide “shovel ready” sites for industrial development. During the next year, an additional $6.6 million is budgeted for WISP infrastructure improvement.

Enterprise Zone

A significant portion of the Greater Turlock Area, including the entire WISP area, is located in Stanislaus County’s Enterprise Zone. The Enterprise Zone is a state-sponsored tax benefit program designed to reduce the cost of doing business. The Enterprise Act provides special tax incentives for entities and individuals who operate or invest in a business within zone boundaries. For more information on the Enterprise Zone visit the Alliance website at www.stanalliance.com or call (209) 523-ZONE.

There are several areas in Turlock designated for retail and office use including a recently renovated and viable downtown area, property along Highway 99 and areas near Emanuel Medical Center as well as commercial areas on Geer Rd., Golden State Blvd., and Countryside Plaza. The downtown area has several multi-story buildings with upper stories zoned for commercial, office, and residential use.