Senators McManus, George, Birkholz, Kuipers, Gilbert, Van Woerkom, Patterson, Cropsey, Bishop, Jelinek, Sikkema, Hammerstrom, Garcia, Hardiman, Stamas, Brown, Allen, Toy, Goschka, Cassis, Basham and Barcia offered the following resolution:

            Senate Resolution No. 136.

            A resolution commemorating May 2006 as Bike Month in Michigan.

            Whereas, The bicycle is a viable and environmentally-sound form of transportation and an excellent form of recreation; and

            Whereas, Thousands of people throughout Michigan will experience the joys of bicycling during the month of May through educational programs, commuting events, trail work days, helmet promotions, and charity rides; and

            Whereas, Michigan offers many bicycling opportunities for transportation, recreation, and exercise, and it is important for children and adults to learn the basics of bicycle safety; and

            Whereas, Cyclists can enjoy Michigan’s beautiful scenery and many of our parks, attractions, and historic sites from a unique vantage point; and

            Whereas, May has been declared National Bike Month by the League of American Bicyclists to increase awareness about bicycling opportunities through organized activities such as bike-to-work days and bicycle rodeos for children; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the Senate, That we commemorate May 2006 as Bike Month in Michigan; and be it further

            Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land.