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Recognition of local small businesses - offered by Commissioner Goettel
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WHEREAS, Hennepin County celebrates our local small businesses and the contributions they make to the local economy and community; according to the United States Census, of the 40,630 businesses in the county, 39,200 are small businesses with fewer than 100 employees. That is more than 96 percent of businesses in the county; and
WHEREAS, the Small Business Administration as well as advocacy groups and other public and private organizations across the country have endorsed the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday; and
WHEREAS, Hennepin County has partnered with several cities in the county and the Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority to support Small Business Saturday with the multijurisdictional Love Local campaign which encourages residents to support local, independently owned businesses and the business districts that create jobs, boost the local economy, and make our communities vibrant and livable.
Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED, the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim November 30, 2024, Small Business Saturday and urges those who live and work in our communities to support small businesses and merchants on Small Business Saturday and throughout the year.
Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval