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Westland honors volunteer historian Ruth Dale for decades of service
Summary
The council and Wayne County Commissioner Glenn Anderson recognized Westland resident and long‑time volunteer Ruth Dale for nearly five decades of work documenting and protecting local historic sites, including efforts that led to listings on the National Register of Historic Places.
Westland honored longtime volunteer Ruth Dale at its June 1 council meeting for nearly 48 years of service preserving the city's history.
Mayor Coleman and Council President McDermott presented the recognition and Wayne County Commissioner Glenn Anderson presented a certificate on behalf of the county. Council members and staff praised Dale's role documenting sites at the Westland Historic Village Park and working with others to secure National Register recognition and historical markers.
Dale, who described herself as a "researcher, local historian" and longtime volunteer, thanked fellow volunteers and encouraged others to contribute time to local history efforts.
What happens next: The council and county certificate memorialize the recognition; the city will continue to work with the Westland Historic Village Park volunteers on preservation projects.
