Bill Text: MI HR0394 | 2015-2016 | 98th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Charles Smiley.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2016-12-08 - Adopted [HR0394 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2015-HR0394-Enrolled.html
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 394.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Charles Smiley.
Whereas, It is most appropriate that we thank the Honorable Charles Smiley as his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives comes to a close. It is a pleasure to salute Representative Smiley for his work on behalf of the people of the Great Lakes State, and in particular, the citizens of the city of Burton and all of the Fiftieth District; and
Whereas, Representative Smiley served on the Burton City Council for four years and as mayor of Burton for 20 years. He was president of the Michigan Municipal League and the Michigan Mayors Association. He also was employed for 18 years at the General Motors Truck and Bus Assembly Plant in Flint and was active as a representative for the United Auto Workers (UAW). His experience in local government and the UAW, as well as his work with the Burton Fire Department, Shriners International, the Masons, and Rotary prepared him for the challenges he would encounter as a member of the House of Representatives; and
Whereas, Since his election in 2010, Charles Smiley has served the citizens of the Fiftieth District with great integrity. As a member of the House, he has tackled issues of importance to his constituents, such as the tax burden on middle class families and hunter accessibility. He has also served with distinction on several committees, including the House committees on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation, Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Energy and Technology. His efforts in the House stand as a testament to his dedication, character, and leadership; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Charles Smiley for his notable contributions to this legislative body and the people of Michigan; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Smiley as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes for his future endeavors.
