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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 350 Offered March 3, 2022 Commending BikeWalk Williamsburg. ---------- Patrons-- Mullin; Senator: Mason ----------

WHEREAS, BikeWalk Williamsburg, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to making the Greater Williamsburg area more friendly to bicyclists and pedestrians, has brought citizens together in support of a worthy cause for many years; and

WHEREAS, through classes, symposia, newsletters, social media, and other events and mediums, BikeWalk Williamsburg promotes its vision for a community where it is safe for everyone to bike or walk wherever they go; and

WHEREAS, BikeWalk Williamsburg manages the Bicycle Co-Op of Williamsburg, salvaging used bicycles and parts while providing customers with a safe and affordable means of transportation; and

WHEREAS, in April 2021, BikeWalk Williamsburg organized its 24th annual Pedal the Parkway event, giving riders the unique opportunity to travel peacefully along the Colonial Parkway from Jamestown to Williamsburg without the intrusion of cars; and

WHEREAS, in partnership with Williamsburg Area Bicyclists, BikeWalk Williamsburg has established a Cycling Without Age program in Williamsburg, offering elderly or disabled citizens an opportunity to share in the joys of cycling; and

WHEREAS, BikeWalk Williamsburg is involved in education and advocacy efforts to promote bicycle safety in Williamsburg, including consulting with local officials and sponsoring clubs with Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools; and

WHEREAS, in 2018, BikeWalk Williamsburg fitted and gifted 238 helmets at after-school programs, bike education rodeos, and other events, encouraging many young people to bicycle responsibly; and

WHEREAS, the accomplishments of BikeWalk Williamsburg are the result of the unwavering generosity and support of its many devoted volunteers; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend BikeWalk Williamsburg for its steadfast efforts to make the Greater Williamsburg area more accommodating to pedestrians and cyclists; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to BikeWalk Williamsburg as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for its mission and contributions to the Commonwealth.