HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation 2023 Edina Small Business Saturday
PROCLAMATION
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
NOVEMBER 25, 2023
WHEREAS, there are more than 2,400 businesses located in the City of Edina and according to the United States
Census, over 96% of all firms with paid employees in Hennepin County have fewer than 100 employees
and are classified as small businesses; and
WHEREAS, small businesses are located in each of Edina’s commercial districts including: 44th & France, 50th &
France, 70th & Cahill, Cahill Business/Industrial Park; Grandview, Lincoln Drive, Southdale and Greater
Southdale, Pentagon Park, Washington Avenue and Wooddale/Valleyview; and
WHEREAS, according to the United States Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses account for two-
thirds of the nation’s employment growth; and
WHEREAS, 79% of consumers surveyed in the 2021 Consumer Insights Survey understand the importance of
supporting small businesses located in the community; and
WHEREAS, for many local residents the Thanksgiving holiday kicks off a season of gathering, dining, shopping, and
experiencing arts and culture, and consumers know that supporting small, independently-owned
businesses have positive social, economic, and environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, the SBA as well as other public and private organizations across the county have recognized and
promoted the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday; and
WHEREAS, the City of Edina celebrates our local small businesses and recognizes the vital contributions these
businesses make to the local economy and to the overall health and vibrancy of the community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Edina City Council does hereby proclaim, November 25, 2023, as
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
in the City of Edina and urges the residents and guests of our community to support small businesses and merchants
located in each of Edina’s commercial districts on this day and throughout the year.
Dated this 21st day of November 2023.
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James B. Hovland, Mayor