Memorandum
Date: May 5, 2026
To: The Honorable Lake County Board of Supervisors
From: Bruno Sabatier, Supervisor District 2
Subject: Adopt a Proclamation Designating May 3-9, 2026 as National Small Business Week in Lake County
Executive Summary:
DESIGNATING MAY 3 - 9, 2026 AS NATIONAL
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK IN LAKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, America’s progress has been driven by pioneers who think big, take risks and work hard; and
WHEREAS, from the storefront shops that anchor our downtown areas to the high-tech startups that keep America on the cutting edge, small businesses are the backbone of our economy and the cornerstone of our nation’s promise; and
WHEREAS, small business owners and downtown businesses have energy and a passion for what they do, when we support small business, jobs are created and local communities preserve their unique culture; and
WHEREAS, because this country’s 36 million small businesses create nearly two out of three new jobs in our economy, we cannot resolve to create jobs and spur economic growth without discussing ways to support entrepreneurs; and
WHEREAS, the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week every year since 1963 to highlight the programs and services available to entrepreneurs through the U.S. Small Business Administration and other agencies.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the Lake County Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim May 3-9, 2026 as National Small Business Week and commends the courage and efforts of all entrepreneurs and small business owners in Lake County, past and present, who are the backbone of our local economy providing opportunities and employment to all of our communities.
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Recommended Action: Adopt a Proclamation Designating May 3-9, 2026 as National Small Business Week in Lake County