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DID YOU KNOW?

Modest changes in consumer spending habits can generate substantial local economic impact.

for every $100 spent at a chain, $13 remained in the community while $45 remained when spent with home town businesses.

What is Local?
  • To first exhaust all buying efforts with in St. Mary's County's Independent business community
  • Then our neighboring communities
  • Then Maryland

Why Buy Local?
  • Purchasing local products from locally owned businesses will strengthen out tax base, our economy, and keep jobs in our community
  • Buying local will help sustain the charm and character of St. Mary's County
  • By purchasing products locally you are buying from your neighbors
  • To begin the process of creating a sustainable community

What can I do to Help?
• Get educated on what local independent businesses are in your community
• Spread the word to neighbors and co-workers
• Talk to local business owners and learn why this movement is important
• Start by changing your habits and shift 10% of your purchases to a local business
• Ask yourself the following questions before making a purchase:
⁃ Is the business I am purchasing a product from a local independent business?
⁃ Is the person/business I am buying from concerned about our community?
⁃ What percentage of my purchase will stay in SMC?
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