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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - May 2, 2018 B-02CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION AGENDA ITEM B-2 TM AGENDA TITLE: Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming May as "Bike Month" and May 24, 2018 as "Bike to Work Day" in Lodi MEETING DATE: May 2, 2018 PREPARED BY: Public Works Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Presentation of proclamation proclaiming May as "Bike Month" and May 24, 2018 as "Bike to Work Day" in Lodi. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: National Bike Month is a call to action for people across the nation to try bicycling to work and school, and for leisure activities, instead of driving. Bicycling improves air quality and rider health, and it reduces congestion on roadways. During the month of May, the City and various employers throughout Lodi will encourage their employees to bike to work. On May 24, 2018, a community "Bike to Work Day" event will be held in the pedestrian walkway adjacent to Woolworth Plaza (115 South School Street) 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, San Joaquin Bicycle Coalition, Bike Lodi, San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, and Lodi's Bike Shop will be present. Free bike safety checks, bike commute information, snacks, coffee, and free handouts will be available. A representative from Bike Lodi will be present to accept the proclamation. FISCAL IMPACT: Not applicable. FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not applicable. Prepared by Julia Tyack, Transportation Planner CES/JMT/tdb Charles E. Swimley, Jr. Public Works Director APPROVED: hen c aba er, City Manager K:\Transit\Marketing\Bike to Work Day \2018\Bike Month & Bike to Work Day Council Commun cation_2018.doc 4/9/2018