WHEREAS, The City of Savannah, GA is proud to join with Buy Local Savannah in supporting and celebrating Savannah, GA’s local-independent businesses and the impact they have on the City’s culture, economy, and character; and

WHEREAS, by “Buying Local,” Savannah’s residents embrace this unique, vibrant community and recognize that it’s the one-of- a-kind businesses that keep us from becoming “Anywhere, USA” and encourage a strong sense of pride in place; and

WHEREAS, by “Buying Local,” Savannah’s residents create prosperity for all. The “multiplier effect” of locals choosing locals creates diverse job opportunities, protecting us from the effects of economic downturns; and

WHEREAS, by “Buying Local,” Savannah’s residents help to improve and protect the environment. The purchasing habits, central location and smaller footprint of local businesses often results in less pollution and congestion; and

WHEREAS, by “Buying Local,” Savannah’s residents keep money circulation in the local economy. Local business generates 70% more local economic activity per square feet than big box retail and generates 3.5 times more wealth for the local economy compared to money spent at a chain-owned business; and

WHEREAS, by “Buying Local,” Savannah’s residents support a healthy and happy community. Studies show that those who live in communities where local-independent businesses are the norm are healthier – and thus happier; and

WHEREAS, by acknowledging September 2021 as Buy Local Month, the City of Savannah, GA supports our local businesses that create jobs, boost our local economy, and preserve our neighborhoods.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Van R. Johnson, II, Mayor, City of Savannah, GA, do hereby proclaim the month of September 2021 as “Buy Local Month,” and urge all citizens to join in this celebration by “Buying Local” throughout the year.

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