RESOLUTION #2007-109

SUPPORTING THE

“OVER THE LIMIT UNDER ARREST”

2007 YEAR END 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 34% of motor vehicle fatalities in New Jersey are alcohol-related; and

WHEREAS an enforcement crackdown is planned to combat impaired driving; and

WHEREAS the season at the end of the year 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 several counties to participate in the Over the Limit Under Arrest 2007 Year End Crackdown; and

WHEREAS the project will involve increased impaired driving enforcement from December 7, 2007 through January 2, 2008; 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 Over the Limit Under Arrest 2007 Year End Crackdown from December 7, 2007 through January 2, 2008 and pledges to increase awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving.

PASSED ON:  December 7, 2007