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Mayor's proclamation declaring October 18, 2015 to October 24, 2015 as National Teen Driver Safety Week in the City of Pflugerville.
Summary
Mayor Coleman is scheduled to declare October 18, 2015 to October 24, 2015 as National Teen Driver Safety Week in the City of Pflugerville.
National Teen Driver Safety Week (NTDSW) is a time designated by Congress each year to raise awareness of teen driver safety topics and to encourage safe teen driver and passenger behavior. Now in its 8th year, NTDSW takes place October 18-24, 2015. This year's theme is 'Avoid the Regret, Avoid Impaired Driving.' Research shows that teens understand that they are vulnerable and are well aware of many risks that affect safety. One of the major factors that increases the risk of a crash is impaired driving, which not only includes alcohol or drug use, but also distraction, fatigue and strong emotions.
During NTDSW, help teens take action to 'Avoid the Regret, Avoid Impaired Driving' -- as a driver, as a passenger, and as a friend.
Staff Recommendation
Conduct the presentation.
Drafter
Karen Thompson, City Secretary