Whereas, The golf industry in Michigan has an annual $3.1 billion impact on Michigan's economy; and,

Whereas, Michigan has nearly 500,000 avid golfers, and is first in the United States with the number of public golf course; and,

Whereas, The State of Michigan boasts almost 900 golf courses, many of which are championship and world-class golf resort facilities attracting travelers from far and near; and,

Whereas, Golf Digest selected Michigan as the twelfth best golf destination in the world; and,

Whereas, Michigan has earned the reputation as America's Summer Golf Capital; and,

Whereas, Michigan has been host to national celebrity events including the Ryder Cup in 2005, the annual Par 3 Shoot Out, and the Buick Open; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim June 2007, as Play Golf Michigan Month, and I encourage citizens and visitors to celebrate with any one of the many activities taking place at our beautiful golf courses.