07 LC 96
2508
Senate
Resolution 411
By:
Senator Adelman of the 42nd
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
March 6, 2007, as "Georgia Rides to the Capitol Day"; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, cycling increases physical work capacity, significantly reduces harmful cholesterol levels, reduces obesity, and lessens risk of heart disease or attacks; and
WHEREAS, cycling increases physical work capacity, significantly reduces harmful cholesterol levels, reduces obesity, and lessens risk of heart disease or attacks; and
WHEREAS,
the Metro Atlanta Mayors Association supports and encourages all metropolitan
Atlanta cities to participate in the 2007 "Georgia Rides to the Capitol"
departing from the cities of Decatur, Marietta, and Roswell during the 2007
legislative session; and
WHEREAS,
working alongside regional and state entities, the Metro Atlanta Mayors
Association passed a resolution supporting the continued development of regional
bike and pedestrian systems and for the creation of new and connecting on-road
facilities and off-road and multi-use pathways; and
WHEREAS,
over 1,841 Georgia "Share the Road" specialty motor vehicle license plates have
been issued in the first eight months of their availability and funds will go
toward motorist and cyclist safety, education, and awareness programs;
and
WHEREAS,
the Georgia Department of Transportation supports cycling as a cost-efficient
means of transportation for Georgia's residents that is a means of congestion
mitigation and environmentally-friendly mobility; and
WHEREAS,
the Georgia Department of Transportation promotes working with local
jurisdictions to improve cycling conditions by building or upgrading roads and
facilities; and
WHEREAS,
the Georgia Department of Transportation encourages economic development
opportunities that enhance bicycle and pedestrian mobility; and
WHEREAS,
access to facilities promoting bicycle and pedestrian mobility enhances the
quality of life in Georgia's communities; and
WHEREAS,
facilities that promote bicycle and pedestrian mobility, such as the Silver
Comet Rail-to-Trail and the 17th Street bike lanes and sidewalks, also promote
economic development and tourism surrounding the facilities; and
WHEREAS,
the Tour de Georgia, a sponsor of the 2007 "Georgia Rides to the Capitol," has
drawn more than 2.3 million spectators and had a direct economic impact of $26
million on the State of Georgia in 2006.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize
March 6, 2007, as "Georgia Rides to the Capitol Day."
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Metro Atlanta Mayors
Association and organizers of the "Georgia Rides to the Capitol."