| 1 | 1 | | house resolution no.135 Reps. Glanville, Arbit, Breen, Brixie, Churches, Fitzgerald, Haadsma, Morse, Rheingans, Rogers and Snyder offered the following resolution: A resolution to declare September 17-24, 2023, as Trails Week in the state of Michigan. Whereas, Michigan is blessed with an abundance of natural resources and picturesque landscapes; and Whereas, If you enjoy the awesome wonder of our Great Lakes shoreline, the beauty of meandering rivers, the majesty of forests teeming with wildlife, or pleasant views of farmland or orchards, there are trails beckoning. If you enjoy quaint small towns or vibrant cities, there are trails awaiting. If you enjoy discovering something new or rediscovering a favorite spot, there are trails in every corner of our beautiful state calling out to you; and Whereas, Michigan is known as The Trails State due to the more than 13,400 miles of diverse and designated state-managed trails; and Whereas, The states trail system is the result of a successful partnership between state agencies, local trails groups, local units of government, non-profit organizations, businesses, and citizens coming together to connect communities and people; and Whereas, Our states trail system plays a significant role in strengthening Michigans economy, supporting thousands of jobs and increasing the quality of life for all Michiganders; and Whereas, The trail system is designed to accommodate both motorized and nonmotorized users through a carefully designed master plan that reflects emerging trail needs in the state while encouraging a sustainable system for future generations; and Whereas, Increasingly popular and healthy lifestyle activities include trail and water-related activities such as hiking, biking, walking, running, horseback riding, off-road vehicle use, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and paddling; and Whereas, Trails serve as alternative transportation corridors that help decrease road congestion and provide safe, healthy, and enjoyable routes; and Whereas, Our trails of every shape and kind welcome us. They offer us, one and all, young and old, an opportunity to get outside and participate in our favorite activities. Michigans trails just might be the very best way to experience Pure Michigan; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 17-24, 2023, as Trails Week in the state of Michigan. |
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| 7 | 7 | | house resolution no.135 |
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| 9 | 9 | | Reps. Glanville, Arbit, Breen, Brixie, Churches, Fitzgerald, Haadsma, Morse, Rheingans, Rogers and Snyder offered the following resolution: |
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| 11 | 11 | | A resolution to declare September 17-24, 2023, as Trails Week in the state of Michigan. |
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| 13 | 13 | | Whereas, Michigan is blessed with an abundance of natural resources and picturesque landscapes; and |
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| 15 | 15 | | Whereas, If you enjoy the awesome wonder of our Great Lakes shoreline, the beauty of meandering rivers, the majesty of forests teeming with wildlife, or pleasant views of farmland or orchards, there are trails beckoning. If you enjoy quaint small towns or vibrant cities, there are trails awaiting. If you enjoy discovering something new or rediscovering a favorite spot, there are trails in every corner of our beautiful state calling out to you; and |
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| 17 | 17 | | Whereas, Michigan is known as The Trails State due to the more than 13,400 miles of diverse and designated state-managed trails; and |
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| 19 | 19 | | Whereas, The states trail system is the result of a successful partnership between state agencies, local trails groups, local units of government, non-profit organizations, businesses, and citizens coming together to connect communities and people; and |
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| 21 | 21 | | Whereas, Our states trail system plays a significant role in strengthening Michigans economy, supporting thousands of jobs and increasing the quality of life for all Michiganders; and |
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| 23 | 23 | | Whereas, The trail system is designed to accommodate both motorized and nonmotorized users through a carefully designed master plan that reflects emerging trail needs in the state while encouraging a sustainable system for future generations; and |
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| 25 | 25 | | Whereas, Increasingly popular and healthy lifestyle activities include trail and water-related activities such as hiking, biking, walking, running, horseback riding, off-road vehicle use, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and paddling; and |
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| 27 | 27 | | Whereas, Trails serve as alternative transportation corridors that help decrease road congestion and provide safe, healthy, and enjoyable routes; and |
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| 29 | 29 | | Whereas, Our trails of every shape and kind welcome us. They offer us, one and all, young and old, an opportunity to get outside and participate in our favorite activities. Michigans trails just might be the very best way to experience Pure Michigan; now, therefore, be it |
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| 31 | 31 | | Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 17-24, 2023, as Trails Week in the state of Michigan. |
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