Whereas, October 1-7, 2006, has been proclaimed as National 4-H Week; and,

Whereas, More than 5 million youth take part in 4-H club programs nationwide; and,

Whereas, 4-H is ranked fourth in total public awareness among agencies serving youth; and,

Whereas, 4-H clubs conduct programs to help young people acquire knowledge, develop life skills, and form attitudes which will help them become self-directing, productive members of society; and,

Whereas, 4-H addresses issues facing youth wherever they live and helps break barriers by focusing on learning-by-doing; and,

Whereas, 4-H builds youth self-esteem, leadership, and citizenship skills, and focuses on critical issues such as protecting the environment; and,

Whereas, Exciting, fun, and student-centered educational programs are available through county 4-H School Enrichment Programs; and,

Whereas, Nationwide, volunteers in 4-H donate countless hours and effort each year in preparing for and teaching youth; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim the week of October 1, 2006, as 4-H Week.