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AGENDA TITLE: Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming May 12-16, 2014, as "Bike to Work
Week" and May 15, 2014 as "Bike to Work Day" in Lodi
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2014
PREPARED BY: Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation of proclamation proclaiming May 12-16, 2014, as "Bike
to Work Week" and May 15, 2014 as "Bike to Work Day" in Lodi.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: National Bike to Work Week is a call to action for commuters to try
bicycling to work rather than driving. Bicycling improves air quality
and rider health, and it reduces congestion on roadways. During
the week of May 12-16, 2014, the City and various employers throughout Lodi will encourage their
employees to bike to work.
On Thursday, May 15, 2014, a community "Bike to Work Day" event will be held at Lodi Veterans Plaza
(adjacent to City Hall) from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The event is open to all members of the community.
Representatives from San Joaquin Council of Governments' Commute Connection, San Joaquin Bicycle
Coalition, REI, and Lodi Bicycle Shoppe will be present. Free bike safety checks, bike commute
information, snacks, coffee and free handouts will be available.
A representative from the San Joaquin Bicycle Coalition will be present to accept the proclamation.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable.
Prepared by Julia Tyack, Transportation Planner
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