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Proclamation Declaring the Month of May as “Motorcycle Awareness Month” (Accepted by Richard Sturgeon, Jemez Riders Riding Club)
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WHEREAS: motorcycles are used as a regular means of transportation for commuting and touring in and around Los Alamos County; and,
WHEREAS: the scenic Pajarito Plateau and Jemez Mountains are popular destinations for motorcyclists from around the country; and,
WHEREAS: safely operating of a motorcycle requires skills developed through training and experience, the use of good judgment, and thorough knowledge of traffic laws and licensing requirements; and,
WHEREAS: a motorcycle-aware community that shows motorcyclists consideration and shares the road improves everyone’s safety; and,
WHEREAS: the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has declared the month of May as “Motorcycle Awareness Month” to highlight the importance of looking out for motorcyclists on our roadways to prevent accidents and, most importantly, to save lives.
NOW, THEREFORE, on behalf of the Council of the Incorporated County of Los Alamos, I do hereby proclaim the Month of May 2026 as
“Motorcycle Awareness Month”
and we urge our citizens to be observant, courteous, and knowledgeable about motorcycle usage in our community.
DATED this 12th day of May 2026.