Moreno Valley's growth over the past two decades has made it a significant economic center in Riverside County. Because of the growth of the March Air Force Base -- the city's largest employer -- defense related businesses are plentiful and a larger population has moved to the area. This has allowed entrepreneurs from far and wide to come and develop successful retail and service business around Moreno Valley's largely middle class population. Business licenses in Moreno Valley are plentiful as the city strives to raise revenues and protect its pleasant environment. Business owners often need licenses and permits not only from the city, but from Riverside County and the State of California. Industries such as food service, healthcare and auto repair need many business licenses and permits