RESOLUTION #2006-069

SUPPORTING THE

 “YOU DRINK AND DRIVE, YOU LOSE”

2006 STATEWIDE CRACKDOWN

WHEREAS impaired drivers on our nation’s roads kill someone every 30 minutes, 50 people per day, and almost 18,000 people each year; and

WHEREAS 31% of motor vehicle fatalities in New Jersey are alcohol-related; and

WHEREAS a statewide enforcement crackdown is planned to combat impaired driving; and

WHEREAS the summer season is traditionally a time of social gatherings which often include alcohol; and

WHEREAS the State of New Jersey, Division of Highway Traffic Safety, has asked law enforcement agencies throughout New Jersey to participate in the You Drink and Drive, You Lose 2006 Statewide Crackdown; and

WHEREAS the project will involve increased impaired driving enforcement from August 18 – September 4, 2006; and

WHEREAS an increase in impaired driving enforcement and a reduction in impaired driving will save lives on our roadways.

            NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Commissioners of the Borough of Harvey Cedars declares its support for the You Drink and Drive, You Lose 2006 Statewide Crackdown from August 18 – September 4, 2006 and pledges to increase awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving.

PASSED ON:  August 4, 2006