WHEREAS, every year on April 28, communities and worksites around the world honor friends, family members, and colleagues who have been killed or injured on the job by proclaiming April 28th as Workers Memorial Day in their community; and
WHEREAS, the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that 5,250 workers were killed by traumatic injuries. On average, 150 workers die each day due to work related injury or illness; and
WHEREAS, in 2018, 155 workers were lost through fatal workplace accidents in Michigan; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to honor the memory of the courageous and dedicated members of Michigan's labor force who have been injured or disabled or have died as a result of workplace accidents; and
WHEREAS, we remember those who have died in workplace catastrophes, suffered occupational-related diseases, or have been injured due to dangerous conditions; and
WHEREAS, recognition of the integrity of Michigan's workforce and its achievements on behalf of the economic growth of our state is necessary; and
WHEREAS, the Pittsfield Charter Township Board of Trustees wishes to pay tribute to the workers who have died or been injured or disabled in workplace accidents. We honor the contributions of Michigan's workforce and call for increased workplace safety; and
WHEREAS, the Pittsfield Charter Township Board of Trustees renew our efforts to seek stronger workplace safety and health protections, better standards and enforcement, and fair and just compensation; and by rededicating ourselves to improving safety and health in every township workplace;