HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 06/05/2012 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 2012 AS BIKE MONTHPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the bicycle is a viable and environmentally sound method of transportation and
an excellent form of recreation; and
WHEREAS, thousands of Fort Collins residents will experience the joys of bicycling during
the month of June through educational programs, races, commuting events, trail work days, groups
rides, helmet and bike light promotion, charity events, or just getting out and going for a ride; and
WHEREAS, our City maintains nearly 280 miles of bicycle routes and lanes, and over 32
miles of paved multi-use trails which attract thousands of bicyclists each year, providing economic,
health and scenic benefits to residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins is nationally recognized as a Gold Level Bicycle Friendly
Community and is on the cusp of a Platinum Level designation; and
WHEREAS, the education of bicyclists and motorists as to the proper and safe operation
of bicycles is important to ensure the safety and comfort of all users; and
WHEREAS, the League of American Bicyclists, FC Bikes, the Bicycle and Pedestrian
Education Coalition, local bicycle clubs, schools, Parks and Recreation, Police Services, Poudre
Valley Hospital, local businesses and civic groups will be promoting bicycling as a leisure activity
as well as an environmentally-friendly alternative to the automobile during the month of June 2012.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Karen Weitkunat, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the month of June 2012 as
BIKE MONTH
in Fort Collins and I encourage citizens to try bicycling as a sensible mode of transportation or
recreation and to participate in the many events planned for the summer months, particularly, the
25th annual Bike to Work Day on June 27.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 5th day of June, A.D. 2012.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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Interim City Clerk