Bill Text: MI HR0106 | 2019-2020 | 100th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the founding of the city of Lansing.
Spectrum: Strong Partisan Bill (Democrat 17-1)
Status: (Passed) 2019-05-16 - Adopted [HR0106 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2019-HR0106-Enrolled.html
Reps. Anthony, Cherry, Chirkun, Crawford, Garza, Gay-Dagnogo, Haadsma, Hope, Lasinski, Liberati, Pagan, Sabo, Shannon, Sneller, Sowerby, Warren, Wittenberg and Witwer offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 106.
A resolution to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the founding of the city of Lansing.
Whereas, The city of Lansing was incorporated in 1859 and has served as a beacon of democracy in the state of Michigan and as a representation of the hardworking spirit of people of the Midwest. Lansing has housed the historic State Capitol building since 1879, at which time Governor Croswell dedicated the building to the people of Michigan and their “lasting taste, spirit and enterprise.” Since that time, it has brought together legislators, staffers, advocates, and hundreds of thousands of visitors from all across the state to work together and make Michigan a stronger state. In 1992, the National Park Service designated the Michigan State Capitol a National Historic Landmark, one of only 13 capitol buildings with this designation in the country; and
Whereas, It is this spirit of collaboration that has made Lansing a vibrant and diverse community. The city is home to over 30 neighborhood associations and more than 60 faith based communities, each with its own distinct flavor and personality. The population of Lansing is currently 116,986 residents, making it the fifth largest city in the state. A simple tour of the streets of Lansing will show neighbors from a wide variety of backgrounds, racial identities, and cultural ethnicities, a fact which brings the community great pride. Residents from all across the Mid-Michigan region are attracted to events and celebrations highlighting our differences as well as our shared values; and
Whereas, Lansing’s commitment to the arts, music, food, and culture can be seen through the many festivals and fairs occurring each year, including but not limited to Old Town Blues Fest, Common Ground Music Festival, Three Stacks Festival, Capital City Film Festival, and Lansing Jazz Fest. Several historical landmarks and museums remind residents and visitors alike of the value the city adds to this great state; a few of the highlights include the Turner-Dodge House, R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, the Strand Theater, the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame, and the Capital Bank Tower; and
Whereas, This resolution serves as an opportunity for the Capitol Region, home of the 517 area code, and residents across the state, to recognize all that Lansing has to offer; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of the legislative body commemorate the 160th anniversary of the founding of the city of Lansing.
