14-women-on-wheelsPROCLAMATION NO. 2005-14
WHEREAS Women On Wheels was founded in California by an avid woman motorcyclist in 1982. Its purpose was, and still is, to unite all women motorcycle enthusiasts, whether they ride their
own machine, are motorcycle passengers or enthusiasts, or future motorcyclists.
WHEREAS Women On Wheels members are located throughout the United States, Canada, and several other countries and has over 3500 members and is growing strong!
WHEREAS Women On Wheels is a family-oriented organization and encourages family members to become involved through their support membership for spouses/significant others and their child
membership for future riders.
WHEREAS Women On Wheels members experience the fun and excitement of riding together, supporting each other, socializing, sharing adventures, and helping special charities -- all while
projecting a brighter image of motorcycling. In fact, promoting a positive image of motorcyclists to the non-motorcycling public is a top priority.
WHEREAS Women On Wheels also aims to meet the following goals: Assist the motorcycling community and the public at large in becoming aware that women are serious motorcyclists and deserve
recognition as such; encourage further developments within the motorcycle industry to meet women's needs for equipment, clothing and accessories; make available information on safe riding
techniques, and encourage participation in motorcycle safety courses; promote a positive image of motorcyclists, and of women as motorcyclists, through educating the news media and the
general public, thereby challenging the untrue stereotypes that are commonly presented; and enhance the sheer enjoyment of motorcycling, and encourage women by showing them they have
limitless potential and can accomplish any goal or dream.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as
Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
April 30, 2005
be declared:
Women on Wheels Day
in Huntsville, Texas.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 29th day of April 2005.
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STEED SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM