HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 10-24 MN Manufacturer's WeekCITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the manufacturing industry is a dynamic part of Minnesota's
economy, and promotion of this sectors strength, success and high quality of life
is an integral part of Minnesota's economic development strategy; and
WHEREAS, manufacturing provides high skill, high wage jobs which
significantly contribute to Minnesota's high standard of living and economic
vitality; and
WHEREAS, manufacturing has the second largest total payroll among
business sectors in Minnesota, providing $16.1 billion in wages; and
WHEREAS, manufacturing produces $33.7 billion for the state economy
and is the largest share, 13 percent of our gross domestic product; and
WHEREAS, manufactured exports brought over $17.2 billion into the
Minnesota economy in 2010.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joe Flaherty, Mayor of Mounds View, do hereby
proclaim that, the week of October 23 — October 29, 2011 shall be observed as:
"MINNESOTA MANUFACTURERS WEEK"
Given under my hand and Seal of the City of Mounds View, this 24th day of
October, 2011.
(SEAL)
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