HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-04-28 Proclamation (2)
Proclaiming May 12-16, 2008 as Commuter Challenge Week in Bangor and Recognizing
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the 14 Anniversary of the Event
WHEREAS, 14 years ago, municipal leaders, transportation planners, transit providers, and bicycle-
pedestrian advocates worked together to found Commuter Challenge, a week long event in the
State of Maine; and
WHEREAS, this annual event raises the awareness of hundreds of Bangor area commuters and their
employers about cost-effective, healthy, environmentally friendly commuting options,
including the BAT bus service, carpools, vanpools, biking, and walking; and
WHEREAS, Maine commuters from Kittery to Fort Kent will make alternative transportation choices
during Commuter Challenge Week, thereby eliminating 57,000 automobile trips, reducing
585,000 automobile miles and over 15 tons of harmful pollution, and saving 23,000 gallons
of gasoline and $380,000 in commuting costs; and
WHEREAS, the Commuter Challenge is possible only through the continuing dedication, collaboration
and support of a wide spectrum of individuals and organizations from all walks of life and all
areas of Maine who are committed to improving our environment, the health of Maine
citizens, and the quality of life enjoyed in our towns and cities; and
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WHEREAS, Maine citizens will celebrate the 14 anniversary of the Commuter Challenge in Bangor and
throughout the state during the week of May 12 – 16, 2008;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, SUSAN M. HAWES, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BANGOR, ON BEHALF OF THE
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CITY COUNCIL AND CITIZENS OF BANGOR, do hereby proclaim May 12 to 16 as Commuter
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Challenge Week and recognize the 14 anniversary of this event. All Bangor residents, commuters,
businesses, and service organizations are encouraged to participate by taking the 2008 Challenge and to
commute to work another way on at least one day of that week.
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Given this the 28 day of April 2008.
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Susan M. Hawes, Mayor