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PROCLAMATION 1151 <br />Recognizing May 20, 2016 as Indian River County's <br />Bike to Work Day <br />WHEREAS, since the mid -1800's, bicycles have been important for play, sport, and <br />transportation for Americans across all regions and demographic groups; and <br />WHEREAS, most Indian River County citizens and visitors bicycle for practical mobility, <br />physical fitness, and family recreation throughout the year; and <br />WHEREAS, educating both cyclists and motorists about correct, safe operation of bicycles and <br />cars is crucial for everyone's safety and comfort; and <br />WHEREAS, the Indian River County Metropolitan Planning Organization Bicycle Advisory <br />Committee, cycling organizations, and independent cyclists throughout Indian River County and the <br />State of Florida are promoting greater public awareness of bicycle operation and safety education in <br />an effort to reduce accidents, injuries and fatalities; and <br />WHEREAS, May is National Bike Month, and May 20, 2016 is National Bike to Work Day <br />NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY <br />COMMISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA that May 20, 2016 be designated as <br />BIKE TO WORK DAY in Indian River County. <br />Adopted this 17th day of May, 2016. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS <br />INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA <br />Bob Solari, Chairman <br />Peter D. O'Bryan <br />Wesley S. -Da- vis <br />Tim-L_o c <br />