Whereas, Kite Flying is family friendly, nonpolluting, healthy, educational, outdoor oriented, and fun; and,

Whereas, Kite flying and kite fliers, from Benjamin Franklin to Charlie Brown, are a constructive and quintessential part of our own American culture; and,

Whereas, Kites have made significant contributions to the arts, sciences, mathematics, cultural awareness, and history; and,

Whereas, The American Kitefliers Association and the Kite Trade Association International have designated April to be “National Kite Month,” and are promoting kite festivals and kite workshops across the country; and,

Whereas, The First of the Season Fun Fly, sponsored by the 4 Seasons Kite Club, is planned for April 5, 2006, at Schoolcraft College in Livonia; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim April 2006, as Kite Month in Michigan.