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Milpitas preschool owner praises city’s business-friendly approach

Public remarks · May 18, 2026
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Brad Matthews, owner of Alon Preschool, said Milpitas’ open communication and a proactive economic development department helped his preschool thrive since about 1998, calling the city welcoming to local businesses.

Brad Matthews, owner of Alon Preschool, said Milpitas’ openness and hands-on economic development support helped his business thrive after it opened in about 1998.

Matthews said the city’s accessibility makes a difference: "You just walk right into the City Hall and just ask questions," he said. He added that "the economic development department is just on fire right now, really trying to find every way they can help the local businesses."

Matthews said being a business in Milpitas "means you have a really good chance of having a successful business," and that he and his staff are "glad we ended up here."