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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
DATE: May 7, 2019
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:
Christopher L. Foss, City Manager
SUBJECT:
Small Business Week Proclamation
Prepared by: Suzanne Iarla, Management Analyst II
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will proclaim May 5 - 11, 2019, as “Small Business Week” in the City of
Dublin in conjunction with National Small Business Week.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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DESCRIPTION:
Every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation for
National Small Business Week to recognize the critical contributions of America’s
entrepreneurs and small business owners.
According to the Small Business Administration, more than half of Americans either own
or work for a small business. Additionally, small businesses create approximately two
out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year. The City of Dublin also recognizes
the importance of small businesses to our local econom y and supports this effort to
honor local entrepreneurs.
The City of Dublin is committed to supporting our businesses by seeing them grow and
thrive through ongoing economic development efforts. In addition to supporting local
seminars and programs periodically, the City has developed tools such as the "How to
Start a Business Guide" to assist local entrepreneurs who want to grow their business
and ensure a continued vibrant local economy.
The proclamation will be received by Inge Houston, President/CEO o f the Dublin
Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of all local businesses.
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STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
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NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Small Business Week Proclamation
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“Small Business Week, May 5 – 11, 2019”
WHEREAS, every year since 1963, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small
Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners; and
WHEREAS, America’s progress has been driven by pioneers who think big, take risks and work hard; and
WHEREAS, from the storefront shops to the high-tech startups that keep America on the cutting edge, small businesses are
the backbone of our economy and the cornerstones of our nation’s promise; and
WHEREAS, when communities support small businesses, jobs are created, and local communities preserve their unique
culture; and
WHEREAS, more than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every
three new jobs in the U.S. each year; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin recognizes that small businesses are a critical component of the local econo my; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dublin partners with the Dublin Chamber of Commerce throughout the year to connect small
businesses with vital resources, celebrate small businesses, and promote residents to shop locally.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim the week of
May 5 - 11, 2019, as “Small Business Week" and urges all citizens to join the national effort by supporting local Dublin
businesses with their patronage.
DATED: May 7, 2019
Mayor David G. Haubert Vice Mayor Melissa Hernandez
Councilmember Arun Goel Councilmember Jean Josey Councilmember Shawn Kumagai