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-- DRAFT -- 2025-2029 ConPlan & FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan Page 36 of 90 ▪ Advanced Manufacturing: San Leandro’s advanced manufacturing sector has seen a surge in innovation, particularly with the adoption of smart manufacturing technologies and robotics. The City is home to prominent companies like “OSIsoft,” which develops industrial software solutions. ▪ Food and Beverage Manufacturing: The City’s industrial food production sector includes leaders like Ghirardelli Chocolate and Torani Syrups, leveraging proximity to supply chains and transportation networks. ▪ Health Care: In addition to Kaiser Permanente, health care services include an expanding network of specialized clinics and senior care facilities, reflecting San Leandro’s aging population and increased demand for health services. ▪ Retail Development: Key retail hubs like Bayfair Center and the Marina Square Shopping Center continue to anchor local consumer spending while new small businesses contribute to a revitalized downtown corridor. Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: The business community in San Leandro faces significant workforce and infrastructure needs that impact its ability to remain competitive and sustain growth. Among the 4,920 individuals aged 16-19 in the civilian labor force, 438 are unemployed, resulting in an unemployment rate of 8.91%. Among the 2,475 unemployed individuals in the civilian labor force, 438 are aged 16-24, resulting in an unemployment rate of 17.70% for this age group. Among the 42,132 individuals aged 25-65 (not including 65) in the civilian labor force, 1,962 are unemployed, resulting in an unemployment rate of 4.66%. Among the 2,475 unemployed individuals in the civilian labor force, 1,962 are aged 25-65, resulting in an unemployment rate of 79.28% for this age group. Workforce Needs 1. Educational Attainment and Skills Training ▪ Only 32% of San Leandro adults have a bachelor’s degree, well below the Alameda County average of 50%. This limits the pool of highly skilled workers, particularly for industries requiring advanced technical or professional expertise. ▪ There is an ongoing need for workforce training programs that address skills gaps in sectors like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. These programs should focus on equipping residents for “career-ladder” jobs that provide living wages and opportunities for advancement.