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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
Whereas, Small Business Saturday falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday,and is
dedicated to supporting the diverse range of local businesses that help create jobs, boost the
economy, and keep communities thriving across the country; and
Whereas,Tigard celebrates its local small businesses and the contributions they make to our
economy and community by supplying jobs and generating tax revenue; and
Whereas,small businesses offer shoppers unique products and experiences that aren't
typically found elsewhere, and successful small businesses enhance the livability of Tigard;
and
Whereas,local shops often source their goods locally, helping to reduce their carbon footprint.
When shopping local, people are also more likely to walk or cycle to get there-doing their bit
to reduce air pollution, reduce traffic and improve the quality of the nation's high streets; and
Whereas,on average,for every dollar spent at local small businesses, roughly 67 cents stays
in the local community making small businesses critical to the overall economic health of the
city;and
Whereas,in 2020 U.S.consumer spending reached a reported high of$19.8 billion at
independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business Saturday; and
Whereas,95%of consumers who shopped on Small Business Saturday last year reported the
day makes them want to shop or eat at small, independently owned businesses all year long,
not just during the holiday season; and
Whereas,shopping on the Saturday after Thanksgiving supports neighborhood businesses
and expands their ability to create jobs, boost the local economy and preserve and enhance
neighborhood character and livability.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the City of Tigard City Council does hereby
proclaim, Saturday, November 27,2021 as,
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
in Tigard, Oregon and encourage people throughout the.city to shop locally in support of
neighborhood merchants and celebrate the role these entrepreneurs play in the growth of our
community. AA
Dated this l day of A,— I/'--v-12021
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of
Tigard to be affixed. _
J son B. Snider, Mayor
City of Tigard
Attest:
Carol Krager, City Recorder
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