The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 353.

            A resolution for the Honorable Scott Shackleton

            Whereas, It is with great admiration for his commitment to the people of the One Hundred Seventh District, as well as the entire state, that we honor Representative Scott Shackleton as he ends his tenure of service as a member of this legislative body.  His expertise in policy making and commitment to excellence in public service greatly enriched the efforts of the legislature over the past six years; and

            Whereas, Scott Shackleton graduated from Lake Superior State University.  Prior to his election to the House of Representatives, he served on the Sault Ste. Marie City Commission, worked as a sales manager and news director for WSOO-WSUE Radio, and as an intern for U.S. Congressman Bob Davis.  He also served as a member and volunteer with numerous professional, civic, and community organizations. 

            Whereas, Representative Shackleton has utilized his many skills and abilities as a member of the Appropriations Committee and chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittees on Joint Capital Outlay, and Transportation.  He also served as chair of the Great Lakes and Tourism committee, in his first term.  His efforts as a lawmaker, which include legislation in the areas of transportation, vehicles, natural resources protection, tourism, and benefits for veterans and law enforcement, have strengthened our state in many ways; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Scott Shackleton for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our entire state; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Shackleton as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.