ADOPTED - APRIL 25, 2006

Agenda Item No. 12

 

Introduced by the County Services Committee of the:

 

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

 

RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING THE HASLETT WOMAN’S CLUB ON THE EVENT OF THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY

 

RESOLUTION #06-100

 

WHEREAS, the Haslett Woman’s Club, established as the “Haslett Woman’s Literary Club” in 1906, marks its 100th anniversary this year; and

 

WHEREAS, the Club’s productive, generous members have been active in projects to improve the Haslett community for the past century, the results of their efforts are visible throughout Haslett, and the Club’s history is woven into the fabric and character of this lakeside village; and

 

WHEREAS, In the early 20th century, when a trolley ran from Lansing to Pine Lake (now named Lake Lansing), the Club undertook its first project which was to build a waiting room at the Haslett trolley stop, the project was a success and very much appreciated in the community; and

 

WHEREAS, in the ensuing years, the club carried out many projects that have promoted positive social change,  encouraged healthy lifestyles, supported literacy and the arts, and fostered environmental protection; and

 

WHEREAS, the special character and healthy quality of life of the Haslett community are due in part to the many efforts of the Haslett Woman’s Club over the years, such as support of women’s right to vote, community and park clean-ups, the establishment of women’s elderly residences in the area, local history research and writing, library improvements and others.

 

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby congratulates the Haslett Woman’s Club on the event of their 100th Anniversary and extends its sincere appreciation to the past and present members for their ongoing efforts and for their commitment to adding special improvements to the Haslett area.

 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board wishes them continued success in their future endeavors as they strive to ensure that the Haslett community continues to be a great place to live.

 

COUNTY SERVICES:  Yeas:  De Leon, Holman, Copedge, Severino, Vickers

    Nays:  None        Absent:  Schor            Approved 4/18/06