08 LC 95
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Senate
Resolution 1077
By:
Senators Adelman of the 42nd and Moody of the 56th
A
RESOLUTION
Proclaiming
March 11, 2008, 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 the risk of heart disease and
heart attacks; and
WHEREAS,
the Metro Atlanta Mayors Association supports and encourages all metropolitan
Atlanta cities to participate in the 2008 "Georgia Rides to the Capitol,"
departing from the cities of Decatur and Roswell during the 2008 legislative
session; and
WHEREAS,
the Metro Atlanta Mayors Association passed a resolution supporting the
continued development of regional bike and pedestrian trails and for the
creation of new trails and connectivity to existing trails; and
WHEREAS,
GEORGIA BIKES! is a state-wide organization cosponsoring the "Georgia Rides to
the Capitol" event, working to improve bicycling conditions, promoting bicycling
throughout the state, and striving toward giving children, the general public,
law enforcement officials, and cyclists more knowledge about bicycle rights,
responsibilities, and safety; 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 Trail and Georgia PATHs, have proven to promote economic development and
tourism surrounding the facilities; and
WHEREAS,
the Tour de Georgia, as presented by AT&T, a sponsor of the 2008 "Georgia
Rides to the Capitol," has drawn more than 2.8 million spectators and had a
direct economic impact of $27.6 million on the State of Georgia in 2007;
and
WHEREAS,
"Share the Road" specialty license plates have been issued and funds will go
toward motorist and cyclist safety, education, and awareness
programs.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body on behalf
of the citizens of Georgia hereby proclaim March 11, 2008, as "Georgia Rides to
the Capitol Day."
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit appropriate copies of this resolution to the Metro Atlanta Mayors
Association and the organizers of "Georgia Rides to the Capitol."