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May 2023 Bike Month by the Oupor of the Cap of Menton, Texas To all to bobom tbea praentg gball come, Oreetingg: WHEREAS, The City of Denton is committed to improving conditions for bicycling by pursuing the designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community and establishing a Vision Zero program;and WHEREAS, the City's 2023 Mobility Plan outlines goals that promote travel by bicycle, including prioritizing safe travel, delivering an effective network for travel, facilitating alternative travel opportunities,and leveraging innovation;and WHEREAS, bicycling is recognized as a sustainable, efficient, and enjoyable form of transportation and recreation that benefits our community by protecting the environment and improving public health and quality of life;and WHEREAS, The City of Denton, Bike Denton, Bike Texas, the League of American Bicyclists, local bike shops, and independent cyclists throughout our community are promoting greater public awareness of bicyclists on our roads and trails,and improved safety for all road users. NOW,THEREFORE, I,Gerard Hudspeth,Mayor of the City of Denton,Texas,do hereby declare and proclaim May 2023 as "BIKE MONTH" in the City of Denton and encourage everyone to experience the joys of bicycling through educational programs,commuting events,Bike to Workday,charity events,races,or by simply getting out and going for a ride. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of the City of Denton,Texas to be affixed this the month of May 2023. �G GERARD HUDSPETH,MAYOR ATTEST: JESUS SALAZAR,INTERIM CITY SECRETARY BY: l