School Supplies for Kids

Patterned after the "Toys for Tots" Campaign, the PMC has begun a "School Supplies for Kids" campaign. Contractors and the Association donate extra supplies that they aren't using, old stationery, out-of-date cards, extra notebooks, etc. They also donate gift certificates from local office supply stores for teachers to buy the necessary supplies that they need for school. It's a great way for the students to begin to see the name of the construction companies on a regular basis, and begin to think more about the industry.

Pinckney Train Depot Renovation

The PMC is currently supporting the renovation of the Pinckney Depot. Built by Grand Truck Western Railroad Line, this building has served Pinckney as a freight shed, depot, home to various businesses and a Church. Currently owned by the Michigan DNR and MDOT, this building sits boarded up and neglected on the edge of a village. A Federal Grant has been secured to restore the building and grounds to provide a comfort station, Lakelands Trail trailhead, recreation area, and historic informational facility with emphasis on how transportation helped spur the growth of the Pinckney, Lakeland and Hamburg areas.

To be able to claim this Grant, the local community is raising 25% matching funds. Different donation levels are available with recognition being planned in the form of a sign depicting a train to be on display at the Depot. The Greater Michigan PMC has made a donation at the highest level -- the Locomotive level, to help the train pull out of the station as quickly as possible.