What are the benefits of buying locally?

• Taxable purchases made in the City of Escondido contribute to the general fund for city-provided services like police and fire protection, senior services, libraries, street maintenance, street lights and parks.
• 1% of gross sales generated in the city stays in the city.
• Discover something new in Escondido’s diverse array of choices -- from major retailers to unique boutiques, supermarkets to the Farmers Market, chain restaurants to chef-owned bistros. 
• Shopping locally supports local jobs.
• Shopping locally reduces gas consumption which saves money and benefits the environment.
• Local businesses invest in the community.