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This resolution commemorates the 115th anniversary of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA), a trade organization representing independent retailers across the Midwest. Originally founded in 1910 as the Detroit Retail Meat Merchants, the association has evolved over time, expanding its membership to include various retail industries such as convenience stores, petroleum stations, and automobile service stations. MIRA now represents thousands of members in multiple states and operates according to seven key service pillars: business support, government relations, vendor programs, compliance, networking, community outreach, and a foundation that provides scholarships. The resolution highlights MIRA's importance in supporting small, independent businesses that serve as economic anchors in local communities, providing goods and services in areas where larger retail chains may not operate, and contributing to local employment and tax revenue. By passing this resolution, the legislative body officially recognizes and celebrates MIRA's 115 years of service to independent retailers in the Midwest.

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