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This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to designate October 2019 as Walk to School Month in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of safe, walkable communities. by encouraging collective action from schools, parents, and community leaders, potentially influencing future infrastructure and policy improvements for pedestrian safety.
Promotes health and environmental benefits. through increased walking, aiming to instill healthier daily habits in children and reduce reliance on vehicular transportation.
Connects New York State to a global movement. , fostering a sense of participation in worldwide efforts to improve child safety, public health, and environmental sustainability.
Raises awareness of diverse community needs. , as the resolution acknowledges that different areas may walk for different reasons—such as safer streets, better health, or environmental conservation—encouraging tailored local initiatives.
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Declare Walk to School Month
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- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 1933 BY: Senator MAYER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 2019, as Walk to School Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 1933 BY: Senator MAYER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 2019, as Walk to School Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize official days that are set aside to increase awareness of issues that affect the lives of citizens of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, it is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 2019, as Walk to School Month in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of International Walk to School Month; and WHEREAS, Every October is International Walk to School Month, an opportunity for children to join hundreds of thousands of pupils across the globe celebrating the walk to school; and WHEREAS, International Walk to School Month gives children, parents, school teachers and community leaders an opportunity to be a part of a global event as they celebrate the many benefits of walking; and WHEREAS, Walkers from around the world walk to school together for various reasons, all hoping to create communities that are a safe place to walk; and WHEREAS, In October of 2011, millions of children, parents, and community leaders from 40 countries joined together in celebration of International Walk to School Month; and WHEREAS, The goal of the walk differs from community to community; some walks rally for safer and improved streets, some to promote healthier habits, and some to conserve the environment; whatever the reason, International Walk to School events encourage a more walkable world, one community at a time; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim October 2019, as Walk to School Month in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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