Whereas, No group has had a larger impact on building a new Michigan than project managers, who played an integral role in the construction of such noteworthy landmarks as the Renaissance Center, Comerica Park, the Compuware Building, staging Superbowl XL, and implementing the Child Support Enforcement System; and,

Whereas, The Great Lakes, Michigan Huron Valley, Michigan Capitol Area, Michigan Thumb, and Western Michigan Chapters of the Project Management Institute (PMI), and other professional societies have recognized the contributions project managers have made in the worlds of business, government, and community service; and,

Whereas, Project managers worldwide are working to improve our quality of life, enhance services and products, build new communities, restore environments affected by natural disasters, and support the economy; and,

Whereas, These dedicated professionals and their teams exemplify the importance of leadership, cooperation, creativity, innovation, and perseverance; and,

Whereas, The Michigan Chapters of PMI is spearheading this week's activities promoting project management, including a worldwide "webinar" and presentations to high school seniors on project management as a career; and,

Whereas, Whether implementing a human services system or constructing the new NWA Terminal as a gateway to our great state, Michigan's capable project managers are working to ensure our safety and promote economic growth; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim the week of October 30 - November 5, 2006, Project Management Week.