Supporting Local Businesses, Strengthening Our Economy

Steve Green’s Plan to Support and Strengthen Local Small Businesses in District 2

Steve's Strategies to Strengthen Local Businesses

Make the System Work for Business Owners

Focuses on changing how county departments interact with small businesses—from roadblocks to real support.

Cut Through Red Tape

Advocates for simplifying processes so business owners aren’t met with “you can’t do that,” but instead are guided toward workable solutions.

Encourage Problem-Solving, Not Denials

Promotes a shift in mindset where the goal is helping business owners succeed while still meeting county requirements.

Support Local Entrepreneurs

Creates a more welcoming environment for new businesses to open and existing ones to stay and grow.

Modernize Cottage Business Opportunities

Supports allowing small, home-based businesses to operate under reasonable guidelines, similar to other counties.

Realistic Regulations for Small Operators

Recognizes that smaller businesses shouldn’t be held to the same standards as large commercial operations when it’s not necessary.

Learn from Proven Models

Points to examples like Los Angeles County, where cottage kitchen businesses under certain revenue limits can operate safely from home.

Grow the Local Economy from Within

Encourages keeping business local, supporting families, and strengthening the community through small business success.

Local Voices on Small Business Challenges

"Trying to navigate the county system as a small business owner can be frustrating. It often feels like you’re being told what you can’t do instead of being helped to find a way forward. A change in that approach would make a big difference."

Local Business Owner, District 2

Join Steve’s Efforts to Strengthen Local Businesses

Small businesses are the backbone of this community. Supporting this approach helps create more opportunities, keep businesses local, and build a stronger, more resilient economy.

Steve encourages everyone to support local, stay informed, and be part of building a better environment for business in Tuolumne County.

Steve’s Small Business Support FAQs

Find clear answers about Steve Green’s plan to improve the local business environment.

  • What changes are proposed for cottage or home-based businesses?

    People browsing and shopping for fresh produce and baked goods at a sunny, outdoor farmers market lined with stalls.

    Steve supports allowing small, low-revenue businesses to operate from home kitchens under proper health standards, similar to other counties.

  • Why is this important for the community?

    Four people talk outside the brick-fronted entrance of a shop displaying pottery and home decor in its windows.

    Small businesses create local jobs, support families, and keep money circulating within the community.

  • How will this help new businesses get started?

    Event staff at outdoor information tables under tents, distributing materials to visitors.

    By creating a more supportive and practical system, entrepreneurs will have a clearer, easier path to opening and growing their businesses.