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Launching the Saint Paul Business Awards.
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Whereas, Saint Paul has a prosperous, engaged and thriving business community that is one of our city’s most valuable resources; and
Whereas, Saint Paul companies, from small businesses to major employers, new start-ups to generations-old family firms, provide jobs and services to residents, support for our non-profit institutions, and a solid foundation for our city’s growth and prosperity; and
Whereas, these companies deserve not only the city’s support but recognition for their many contributions to our community; and
Whereas, as part of the city’s efforts to recognize the outstanding businesses that call Saint Paul home, the City is launching the Saint Paul Business Awards Program to honor local businesses that provide critical services, contribute to our community, invest in their employees and are committed to our values of equity and diversity;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Saint Paul City Council, that the City hereby launches the Saint Paul Business Awards, an annual program to recognize the business community; and
Be it further resolved that on March 22, the Saint Paul City Council will announce seven businesses as the inaugural award winners and host a celebration for the Saint Paul business community.