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University Heights proclaims May 2023 Bike Month, cites NOACA greenway grant
Summary
Council read and approved Resolution 2023-20 proclaiming May 2023 Bike Month, noting regional NOACA grant funding for neighborhood greenways and local events including Ride of Silence and Bike to Work Day.
Council read Resolution 2023-20 into the record and unanimously approved a proclamation declaring May 2023 as Bike Month in the City of University Heights.
The resolution cites U.S. Department of Transportation policy that treats walking and bicycling as equals to other transportation modes, notes that the State of Ohio recognizes bicycles as valid vehicles, and highlights a Northeast Ohio Regional Coordinating Agency (NOACA) grant that will fund Neighborhood Greenways connecting University Heights with Cleveland Heights and South Euclid.
The resolution text states, "The Mayor and City Council do hereby proclaim May 2023 to be Bike Month in the City of University Heights." Councilman Brian King thanked Housing and Community Development staff for regional coordination and said he will again lead the Ride of Silence to honor people killed or injured while riding on public streets.
During public comment prior to the resolution, resident Micah Maliskas urged that the proclamation lead to action to improve walkability and bike infrastructure rather than remain symbolic. The council voted to adopt the resolution by voice/roll call with all present voting "aye." The resolution directs the Law Director to prepare the title and abstract for publication and notes the city will post notice on social media.
