Weights and Measures: Educating Today for Tomorrow

March 1. 2011

Lansing – Governor Rick Snyder today declared the week of March 1 - 7, 2011, as “Weights and Measures Week” in Michigan. The declaration recognizes Michigan as one of the eight original states collaborating in 1905 to establish nationwide uniform weights and measures requirements promoting a competitive, fair marketplace and strengthening Michigan’s diverse economy.

“Weights and measures inspectors are rising to the challenge of new technologies in the marketplace. Technology can pass us by in the blink of an eye and the latest innovations in weighing and measurement are no exception,” said Snyder. “For regulatory officials who are responsible for oversight of software-driven electronics that measure our fuel and weigh our food, education is always a top priority. In recognition of their dedication and importance to our society, I proclaim March 1 - 7 as Weights and Measures Week, ‘Weights and Measures: Educating Today for Tomorrow.’”

Weights and Measures Week is also an opportunity to educate consumers, businesses and lawmakers about the quiet, but systematic effort of the state weights and measures officials who instill consumer trust in the marketplace. Consumers seldom question the quantity statement on a package, the scale at a check stand, or the gallons they put into their cars and even fewer would know who is responsible for instilling that confidence.

“The Michigan Department of Agriculture is proud of its role in consumer protection. This year, Michigan Weights and Measures Week is focused on education – for service technicians, inspectors, businesses and consumers,” said Keith Creagh, Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director. “Through the dedicated efforts of MDA’s inspectors and businesses, we assure a fair and equitable marketplace for all Michigan’s businesses.”

MDA’s Laboratory Division meets the public need of standard weights and measures in Michigan and is responsible for ensuring all weighing and measuring devices used in commerce are accurate in both their design and operation.

In addition, MDA’s Motor Fuels Quality Program ensures the quality and purity of gasoline sold in Michigan. Consumers with concerns about inferior or adulterated gasoline, or any advertisement, purchase, service, or transaction based on weight, measure, or count may call 1-800-MDA-FUEL (1-800-632-3835) to register a complaint.

The state declaration is made in conjunction with the national recognition of the 211th anniversary of the signing of the first Weights and Measures Law in the United States on March 2, 1799, by John Adams.

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