Reps. Sak, Accavitti, Ball, Bieda, Brandenburg, Condino, Constan, Cushingberry, Dean, Donigan, Farrah, Garfield, Gonzales, Hopgood, Horn, Huizenga, Robert Jones, LaJoy, Lemmons, Mayes, Pastor, Pearce, Polidori, Shaffer, Sheltrown, Spade, Wojno, Booher, Byrnes, Calley, Clack, Hammel, Hammon, Hansen, LeBlanc, Marleau, Moss, Proos, Rocca, Bauer, Brown, Melton and Leland offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 262.

            A resolution commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Michigan International Auto Show.

            Whereas, The Michigan International Auto Show celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, rolling into DeVos Place January 31 through February 3, 2008. Presented by the Grand Rapids New Car Dealers Association (GRNCDA) and ShowSpan Inc., this has become the most highly attended annual event in Grand Rapids; and 

            Whereas, This year even more of the newest models, pre-production models and concept cars than ever before will be seen at this year’s show which celebrates its milestone 10th anniversary; and

            Whereas, For ten years, the Michigan International Auto Show has provided the general public with the opportunity to shop for various makes and models side-by-side, under one roof, in a relaxed environment. No matter their budget or personal style, for the last ten years, attendees get an up close look at the latest and greatest new vehicles from GM, Ford and Chrysler, as well as those from Audi, Lexus, Mercedes, Volvo, Infiniti, Jaguar, Saturn, Saab, and many others; and

            Whereas, More than 35 car manufacturers from around the world will bring their finest traveling displays to the Michigan International Auto Show and more than 300 new vehicles will be showcased with factory representatives on hand to answer any questions. A handful of concept cars and pre-production models are also expected to be on display; and

            Whereas, There will, once again, be many exciting vehicle introductions for the new year. The new Hybrids will continue to be a popular attraction as they continue to make an impact in the marketplace. Also many of the latest technological advances are expected to be seen; and

            Whereas, The “Million Dollar Motorway”, a special display of vehicles with a retail price of $100,000 or more and a display of 10 vintage vehicles from the Gilmore Car Museum from Hickory Corners will return to the auto show this year as well; and

            Whereas, The 10th Annual Michigan International Auto Show is presented by the Grand Rapids New Car Dealers Association and is one of 16 consumer expositions produced by ShowSpan Inc., Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1945, ShowSpan is a John D. Loeks, Jr., Company and has grown to be one of the largest producers of consumer shows in the Midwest; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body recognize and commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Michigan International Auto Show.