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!A0 x �x ��"aanc.siTp.✓ OFFICE OF SELECTMEN SUZANNE E.BARRY,CHAIRMAN JOSEPH N.PATO MICHELLE L.CICCOLO DOUGLAS M.LUCENTE TEL: (781)698-4580 JILL 1.HAI FAX: (781)863-9468 PROCEAALATWAT Whereas: In March 2016 the Board of Selectmen approved the implementation of Complete Streets principles "during the planning and design of capital projects so that they are safe for users of all ages and abilities"and are"designed and operated to provide safe and accessible accommodations for all users of Lexington roadways and travel systems;" Whereas: Lexington is fortunate to have walking, bicycling, and mass transit resources as alternatives to single occupancy vehicles; Whereas: Encouraging alternative transportation options among all age groups will result in a reduction of CO2 emissions and infrastructure wear as well as improvements in health; Whereas: The school bus is the proven mode for safest student transport and its use results in reduced vehicle idling and school traffic; Whereas: Children who walk and bike to school have higher physical activity levels throughout the day, helping to prevent childhood obesity and reduce stress; Whereas: Lexington received a 2017 Massachusetts ECO Leader Award for Excellence in Commuter Options in recognition of exemplary contributions toward creating a more sustainable Massachusetts; Whereas: The 2015 Open Space and Recreation action plan recommended the expansion of new opportunities for bicycling and walking throughout Lexington; Whereas: The Planning and Human Services Departments, the Bicycle Advisory Committee, the Friends of Lexington Bikeways, the Greenways Corridor Committee, the Transportation Advisory Committee, the Safe Routes to School Committee, as well as other partners, are planning activities to celebrate safe, sustainable, and healthy walking, bicycling, and transit options during May 12 through 20,with the purpose of declaring"What a Glorious Morning to Leave My Car at Home!" NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN of the Town of Lexington, Massachusetts, do hereby proclaim May 12 through 20, 2018, as LEXINGTON BIKE WALK 6N BUS WEED in the Town of Lexington. We urge all citizens to take the opportunity during this period to walk, bicycle, or take the bus instead of driving alone to get to work, to school, or to run an errand. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have set our hands and caused the seal of Lexington to be affixed �'herewi the 11of pril 201