Proclamation
WHEREAS, The City of Cupertino wishes to celebrate our local small businesses and the contributions they make to our local economy and community; and
WHEREAS, According to the State of California, there are more than 4.2 million small businesses in California, small businesses represent
99.9% of total businesses in the state and employ nearly half of California’s private sector workforce; and
WHEREAS, The City of Cupertino supports our local businesses which create jobs, boost our economy, and offer a variety of goods and services for the community to enjoy.
THEREFORE, I, Mayor Liang Chao, and the Cupertino City Council do hereby Proclaim November 29, 2025, as
Small Business Saturday
And urge the residents, workers, and visitors of our community, and communities across the country, to support small businesses and merchants on Small Business Saturday – celebrating its 16th year in 2025 – and Shop Local throughout the year.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Cupertino to be affixed this Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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The Honorable Liang Chao
Mayor, City of Cupertino