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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the Lone Star State is home to one of the nation’s largest motorcycle-riding
populations. Our beautiful roadways and mild winters make for a year-round riding season,
contributing to the popularity of motorcycling as both transportation and recreation for many
Texans; and
WHEREAS, riding a motorcycle safely requires specific skills and riding without proper
knowledge can be a recipe for disaster. Attending special training courses, knowing traffic laws
and licensing requirements, wearing the correct protective equipment and exercising sound
judgment make Texas’ roads safer for everyone; and
WHEREAS, promoting motorcycle safety and awareness of motorcycles is vital to
protecting lives. The Texas Department of Public Safety provides tools to make Texans’
motorcycling experiences safer. Through informative literature, the Motorcycle Safety Unit’s web
page (http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/msb) and an annual awareness campaign, DPS is working to
increase safety and awareness; and
WHEREAS, at this time, I encourage all Texas drivers to do everything they can to ensure
the safety of motorcyclists and all who travel on Texas roadways. The steps we take today can
make a positive difference for the future.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DALE ROSS,
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, do hereby proclaim May 2015, as
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AND AWARENESS MONTH
and call upon the people of Georgetown, Texas to join their fellow citizens across the United States
in recognizing and participating in this special observance.