Whereas, Such facilities and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, engineers and administrators, representing state and local units of government, who are responsible for and must design, build, operate, and maintain the transportation, water supply, sewage and refuse disposal systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities essential to serving our citizens; and,

Whereas, It is in the public interest for the citizens and civic leaders of this country to gain knowledge of and to maintain a progressive interest in the public works needs and programs of their respective communities; and now therefore be it

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of Michigan do hereby proclaim the week of May 16, 2004, as Public Works Week in Michigan and I urge all people to join with representatives of governmental agencies and the American Public Works Association in activities and ceremonies designed to pay tribute to our public works professionals, engineers and administrators and to recognize the substantial contributions they have made to our national health and welfare.