HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - PROCLAMATION - 06/06/2017 - PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE AS BIKE MONTHPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, thousands of Fort Collins residents will experience the joys of bicycling
during the month of June through educational programs, commuting events, races, groups rides,
or just getting out and going for a ride; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins encourages the increased use of the bicycle, benefiting all
citizens by fostering physical and mental health, improving air quality, reducing traffic
congestion and noise, decreasing the use of and dependence upon finite energy sources; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fort Collins recognizes the use of bicycles as a viable mode of
transportation, endeavors to promote safe and responsible bicycling and is committed to
incorporating the development of bicycle facilities; and
WHEREAS, our City maintains nearly 280 miles of bikeway network which attract
thousands of bicyclists each year; and
WHEREAS, Fort Collins is nationally recognized as one of only five Platinum Level
Bicycle Friendly Communities, as designated by the League of American Bicyclists, reflecting
the City’s commitment to making Fort Collins a vibrant, multi-modal destination; and
WHEREAS, the FC Bikes Program, the League of American Bicyclists, the Bicycle
Ambassador Program, Safe Route to School, and other local businesses and organizations will be
promoting bicycling as a viable means of transportation during the month of June 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Wade Troxell, Mayor of the City of Fort Collins, do hereby
proclaim the month of June 2017 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
30th annual Bike to Work Day on June 28.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the City of Fort
Collins this 6th day of June, A.D. 2017.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk