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WHEREAS , the safety of all Pittsburgh motorists is an issue of the utmost consequence and all motorists should unite in safe sharing of the City of Pittsburgh’s roadways and,
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WHEREAS, motorcycle riding is a popular form of recreation and transportation for thousands of people across Pittsburgh and the Commonwealth; and,
WHEREAS, more than eight hundred seventy-five thousand licensed motorcyclists are required to keep their vehicles inspected and obey current laws relative to the operator’s safety equipment; and,
WHEREAS, in efforts to reduce the number of motorcycle crashes and fatalities the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the City of Pittsburgh encourages all motorcyclists to avoid becoming another crash statistic and take advantage of the free training courses offered through the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program; and,
WHEREAS, it is especially significant that citizens of the City of Pittsburgh be aware of motorcycles on the streets and highways and recognize the importance of staying alert, practicing safe driving techniques, and promoting motorcycle safety; and,
WHEREAS, during the month of may the city of Pittsburgh and the Alliance of Bikers Aimed Toward Education (ABATE) of Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County Chapter will continue their advocacy of motorcycle safety; and,
WHEREAS, the city of Pittsburgh encourages all motorcyclists to continue their efforts to promote safety and motorcycle awareness and all drivers to respect the unique safety needs of motorcycles; and,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby Declare May 2023 as “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month” in the city of Pittsburgh.