Proclamations, Opinions, Awards - Historical - 3/30/2018 (3)
CITY OF GLENDALE
WHEREAS, motorcycle riding is a popular form of recreation and transportation for
thousands of people in Arizona and our nation; and
WHEREAS, the safe operation of a motorcycle requires the use of special skills
developed through a combination of training and experience, the use of good judgement.
And through knowledge of traffic laws and licensing requirements; and
WHEREAS, motorcycles provide a means of transportation that uses fewer resources,
causes less wear and tear on public roadways, and increases available parking areas;
and
WHEREAS, the safety hazards created by the automobile operators who have not been
educated to watch for motorcyclists on the streets and highways of Arizona are of prime
concern to motorcyclists; and
WHEREAS, the American Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.) of
Arizona, Southern Arizona Chapter, is an organization that actively promotes safe
operation, increased rider training, and increased motorist awareness of motorcycles;
and
WHEREAS, all motorcycle riders are encouraged to continue to hone their skills no
matter how long they have been riding; and
WHEREAS, it is important to recognize the need for awareness on the part of all
drivers, especially with regard to sharing the road with motorcyclists, and to honor the
many contributions motorcyclists make to the communities where they live and ride;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jerry P. Weiers, Mayor of the City of Glendale, Arizona, on
behalf of the City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2020 as
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AND
AWARENESS MONTH
and encourage all Arizonans to look twice for motorcycles.
In witness thereof, I hereunto set my hand this 30th day of March 2018.
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MAYOR
Attest:
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CITY CLERK