RESOLUTION
BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT COLLINS-BELLAMY, MAJORITY LEADER RUBBO, MAJORITY WHIP NORMAN, MINORITY LEADER BREEN, COUNCIL MEMBERS PINEDA-ISAAC, DIAZ, AND MERANTE:
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF YONKERS RECOGNIZING DECEMBER AS “NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING (3D) PREVENTION MONTH”
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WHEREAS, December is nationally recognized as National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and encouraging communities to promote safe and responsible choices during the holiday season; and
WHEREAS, drunk and drugged driving remain among the most preventable causes of injury and death on roadways nationwide, with thousands of lives lost each year due to impaired driving incidents; and
WHEREAS, the holiday season-traditionally associated with travel, gatherings, and celebrations-sees a significant increase in impaired driving-related crashes, making public education and prevention efforts particularly critical during this time; and
WHEREAS, organizations such as Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), local law enforcement agencies, health departments, and community partners continue to work tirelessly to reduce impaired driving through education, enforcement, prevention programs, and victim support; and
WHEREAS, preventing drunk and drugged driving requires community-wide awareness, enforcement of safety laws, promotion of designated drivers, and access to safe transportation options; and
WHEREAS, the City of Yonkers is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of all residents and visitors, and recognizes the importance of reducing impaired driving to prevent avoidable injuries and loss of life; and
WHEREAS, by observing National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month, the City urges individuals, families, and organizations to make responsible decisions and to encourage safe driving practices throughout the holiday season and beyond;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Yonkers hereby recognizes December 2025 as National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month and encourages all residents, organizations, schools, and community members to engage in programs, activities, and awareness campaigns that promote safe driving practices and help prevent impaired driving.