RESOLUTION NO. 250988
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Sponsor: Councilperson Eric Bunch
RESOLUTION - Recognizing November 16, 2025, as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
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WHEREAS, the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is a global event held every third Sunday of November to honor those who have lost their lives or been impacted by roadway crashes; and
WHEREAS, over 40,000 Americans are killed each year by traffic violence, including 94 of our fellow Kansas Citians in 2024 alone; and
WHEREAS, the City has committed itself to Vision Zero and the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries by the year 2030; and
WHEREAS, in committing to Vision Zero, the City recognizes it must do more to protect its most vulnerable road users, including pedestrians, people with disabilities, cyclists, and transit users; and
WHEREAS, the World Day of Remembrance serves as a crucial opportunity for governments and those working in road safety to demonstrate the scale and impact of road-related deaths and injuries and advocate for immediate and concerted action to end this public health crisis; NOW, THEREFORE
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby declare November 16, 2025, as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in Kansas City.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution be spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to BikeWalkKC with the appreciation of the Mayor and Council for their commitment to eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
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