MARCH 25, 2008 - The Michigan Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs (COSSA) is seeking public input through April 23rd on its proposed 2008-2012 Strategic Plan, which it will present to Governor Jennifer M. Granholm. The draft plan and comment form is available on the COSSA Web site at: www.michigan.gov/cossa.

"Our strategic plan focuses on issues that have the greatest impact on lives and future of Hispanics. The plan includes a focus on Economic Development, Education and Legislative Advocacy and Civic Engagement," said COSSA Chairperson José Reyna. "The Commission welcomes public input to improve the plan and outcome of our work."

The Commission on Spanish-Speaking Affairs was created in 1975 to serve Michigan's Hispanic population which is currently the second-largest and fastest-growing minority group in Michigan. The Commission is made up of 15 individuals appointed by the Governor to develop policies and plans to serve the needs of Hispanics in Michigan.

"The Commission's mission is to promote the diverse interests of Hispanics in Michigan to have lives that are abundant with opportunities," Reyna states. "COSSA's proposed strategic plan outlines our goals through 2012 to help Michigan Hispanics to be self-determinant in improving their quality of life."

To view the entire strategic plan and comment, visit www.michigan.gov/cossa. If you are unable to view the document via the Internet, call the COSSA office at (517) 373-8339 or email cossa@michigan.gov.

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