Backup Documents 05/22/2018 Item # 4C 4 C
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, motorcycle riding is a popular form of recreation and transportation for
hundreds of thousands of people across the state and nation; and,
WHEREAS, the motorcycle community brings an important economic and educational
benefit to our community; and,
WHEREAS, American Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE), has chapters all over
the state, and the Gator Alley Chapter of ABATE of Florida, Inc., is
Collier County's largest motorcycle rights organization; and,
WHEREAS, the Gator Alley Chapter of ABATE of Florida, Inc., is focused on the
primary functions to promote motorcycle awareness and safety and to
work closely with legislators to protect the rights of motorcyclists; and,
WHEREAS, the Gator Alley Chapter has a member base that represents a true
cross-section of Collier County, with a membership including medical
professionals, small business owners, entrepreneurs and tradesmen among
others; and,
WHEREAS, motorcycles are more widely used now than ever before, and drivers need
to be more aware of their presence; and,
WHEREAS, the educational and legislative efforts of ABATE of Florida, Inc., and
the Gator Alley Chapter are cooperative efforts aimed at decreasing
injuries, fatalities, and heightening educational initiatives.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, that May 2018 be designated as
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 22nd Day of May 2018.
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