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2005 Programs
December, 2005 - MIOSHA’s 30th Anniversary/Governor’s Workplace Safety & Health Forum 2005 marks the 30th anniversary of MIOSHA – an agency that protects the health and safety of Michigan workers. In honor of this milestone in state history, Consumer’s Corner goes on location for the Governor’s Workplace Safety & Health Forum at Macomb Community College to talk with employers. The event also marks the launch of a new MIOSHA safety and health training cd-rom its sending to 30,000 manufacturers. Host: David C. Hollister, Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth Director, with Guests: Doug Kalinowski, Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Administration Director, Wes Smith, President and Owner of E&E Manufacturing and David Yacavone, President of Johnson Technology. Website: MIOSHA www.michigan.gov/miosha |
November, 2005 - Michigan State House Development Authority /Homeless Awareness Week You’ve probably heard of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority through its loan program. November’s show focuses on a variety of services that MSHDA offers to make affordable housing available for all Michigan residents. The show also focuses on Homeless Awareness Week (Nov. 13-19) and MSHDA’s efforts to end homelessness in Michigan. Guest Host Michigan’s First Gentleman, Daniel Granholm Mulhern with guests MSHDA Executive Director, Michael DeVos and MSHDA's Board, Chair Florise Neville-Ewell. Websites: |
October, 2005 - Cool Cities\ In the past, when you talked about Michigan being “cool” it usually meant the weather. But today when we’re talking about Michigan being cool – we’re talking about bringing jobs, people and opportunities to our state. Find out more about the 2005 Cool Cities by watching the October 2005 show. Website: http://www.coolcities.com |
September, 2005 - Bureau of Construction Codes & Fire Safety The state protects homes, schools, businesses and places of worship through the use of construction and fire safety codes, which are enforced by the Bureau of Construction Codes and Fire Safety. This show examines why construction codes are so important and the role they play in our safety – whether at home, school, work or play. It also highlights Fire Prevention Week, which is October 9 - 15, 2005. Website: http://www.michigan.gov/bccfs |
August 2005 - Jobs, Jobs, Jobs! In her 2005 State of the State Address, Governor Granholm announced the new MI Opportunity Partnership to retool Michigan's job training programs and proactively steer the unemployed into high-demand career fields, such as health care. Watch the August show for information about this major initiative to match employers and workers - address Michigan's need for health care professionals. Website: http://www.michigan.gov/jobstoday |
July/August 2005 - Super Bowl XL in Michigan If you love sports, there is no better time in history to call the city of Detroit and state of Michigan your home with several major sporting events planned in the next few years. We're counting down the days to Feb. 5th when Detroit hosts Super Bowl XL. This show focuses on what the Super Bowl means for Michigan’s image and economy. |
May/June 2005 - Resources Available for Consumers at Michigan.gov Did you know Michigan is currently ranked number one in the nation in digital government in the annual Digital States Survey? Whether you need to renew a license, start a new business, or search for a job – it’s all just a click away on the state of Michigan website. Watch Consumer's Corner in May and June to find out all the latest features available to you online. Website: http://www.michigan.gov |
March/April 2005 - Michigan Office of Financial & Insurance Services Insurance costs are on the rise across the nation and the Michigan Office of Financial & Insurance Services wants to help you become a smart shopper. The OFIS website has an interactive guide to help you compare costs on home and auto insurance. Visit the OFIS website www.michigan.gov/ofis for insurance information along with tips on preventing fraud and identity theft and other consumer money issues. Website: www.michigan.gov/ofis |
Jan/Feb 2005 - Council for Labor and Economic Growth Governor Jennifer M. Granholm announced on Dec. 7, 2004 an executive order creating the Council for Labor and Economic Growth (CLEG). The council's work will focus on developing strategies to prepare Michigan's workers for the 21st century. "The Council for Labor and Economic Growth will be our guide as we strive to meet Michigan's job needs of today while fostering the skilled and flexible workforce that Michigan businesses need to compete successfully in the future," said Granholm. "This talented body will help us challenge the status quo on how best to develop and invest effectively in Michigan's 21st century workforce." Executive Order 2004-36 creates the business-led council and replaces the current Michigan Workforce Investment Board. The council's members include key leaders from business, labor, community colleges, universities, community-based organizations, local workforce boards, the K-12 educational community, and government. The council will recommend strategies to encourage and stimulate innovative responses to Michigan's workforce challenges. The new council has been reorganized to comply with federal workforce law which requires a 73-member board. Website: http://www.michigan.gov/cleg |