• Business Regulations
• Employment Taxes
• Labor Law
• Unemployment, Workers' Compensation, and State Disability Insurance

       For current workshops go to MEC Events Schedule page.

Need a specific form or publication?

Many government forms needed for businesses are available on the Internet. For EDD (Employment Development Department) forms, go to www.edd.ca.gov

We also maintain a  library of EDD forms, publications and up-to-date reference materials. For information, call (415) 507-2111.

The Redwood Empire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) www.santarosa.edu/sbdc offers no-cost, confidential small business consulting at the MEC. Call (415) 473-3350.

ENTREPRENEURS: Pre-Venture Training Program
(707) 524-1770  www.santarosa.edu/sbdc
For individuals who have a business concept and have started the planning process, but are not currently operating a business.

Would you like to have a voice in supporting workforce issues?

Join the Marin Employer Advisory Council (EAC), made up of volunteer representatives from local businesses. The group's purpose is to promote a strong partnership between EDD and the business community. Throughout the year, the EAC sponsors a number of seminars on issues important to local employers. For more information, call Valerie Nagle, North Bay EAC Coordinator, at (707) 576-2015, or e-mail at vnagle@edd.ca.gov

Serve on the Workforce Investment Board of Marin County (WIB), composed of representatives of business, education, labor, and community-based organizations. Members are appointed by the Marin County Board of Supervisors. The WIB sets policy to guide and support the workforce and the employers of Marin County. For more information, call (415) 473-3364.