WHEREAS, the bicycle is an economical, healthy, convenient, and environmentally sound form
of transportation and an excellent tool for recreation and enjoyment of North Wilkesboro’s
scenic beauty; and
WHEREAS, throughout the month of May, the residents of the Town of North Wilkesboro and
its visitors will experience the joys of bicycling through educational programs, races, commuting
events, charity events, public awareness events, or by simply getting out and going for a ride;
and
WHEREAS, the Town of North Wilkesboro’s roads and greenways attracts bicyclist each year
providing economic health, transportation, tourism, and scenic benefits; and
WHEREAS, creating a bicycling-friendly community has been shown to improve citizen’s
health, well-being, and quality of life, growing the economy of the Town of North Wilkesboro,
attracting tourism dollars, improving traffic safety, supporting student learning outcomes, and
reducing pollution, congestion, and wear and tear on our streets and roads; and
WHEREAS, the Town, the League of American Bicyclists, schools, parks and recreation
departments, police departments, companies, non-profit agencies and civic organizations will be
promoting bicycling during the month of May every year; and
WHEREAS, these groups are also promoting greater public awareness of bicycle operations and
safety education in an effort to reduce collisions, injuries, and fatalities and improve health and
safety for everyone on the road; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Board of Commissioners of the Town of
North Wilkesboro, do hereby proclaim the month of May, as Bike Month in North
Wilkesboro, and urge my fellow citizens to observe this month by enjoy bicycling in our great
community while practicing safety measures both on a bicycle and while traveling in other motor
vehicles.