2019 Lexington Bike Walk 'N Bus Week Proclamation

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� I U y e Town of lexington> Oa55a rbm;ettz APR�Iy* � xtn1�?r OFFICE OF SELECTMEN r ,w r,.., PROCLAMATION 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: school buses reduce idling and traffic congestion; 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 11 through 19,with the purpose of declaring"What a Glorious Week to Leave My Car at Home!" NOW, THEREFORE, WE, THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN of the Town of Lexington,Massachusetts,do hereby proclaim May 11 through 19,2019,as: Lexington Bike Walk `N Bus Week in the Town of Lexington. We urge all citizens to take the opportunity during this period to walk,bicycle,or take mass transportation instead of driving alone to get to work,to school,or to run an errand. IN WITNESS WI EREOF, e have set o r hands and caused the seal of Lexington to be nd herewith on the 9th of M 20 DOUG LUCENTE,CHAR N JO PH N.PATO UZANNE EAARRY J 1 All MARK D.SANDEEN