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Donations are Appreciated...here's why.
I started this campaign about 14 months ago with one goal in mind: to save cyclists' lives. Recently, we sent out our 1000th jersey. Our objective is to place 1,000,000 of our jerseys or backpacks on the backs of cyclists over the next 5 years. We don't stop to count all the decals that we send with the jerseys and pass out at events along with all the other expenses that are involved in carrying out this work. We're on a mission with a clear focus.
But, there's more. Next week I will be sending a $500 check to a woman in Greensboro, NC as a reward for giving the NC Highway Patrol information that lead to the arrest of a motorist who hit and killed cyclist David Sherman on October 24th. I have offered similar rewards here in the US and in the UK to help bring to justice other motorists who have hit cyclists and left them in the road to die. We have to stop this unacceptable behavior and one way is by sending a strong message to motorists that if they decide to run from a collision with a cyclist, all cyclists will unite to bring them to justice.
This campaign to save cyclists' lives around the world is growing daily. In addition to the 14 states with the 3 foot law here in the USA, we have 3 more states introducing legislation. In the United Kingdom we have a healthy discussion taking place on whether to seek 1 meter or 1.5 metres...or both, one for urban riders and one for rural riders. In New Zealand, we have a petition in process seeking a 1.5 metre law. In Austin, Texas, after Texas Governor Perry vetoed a 3 foot bill, the Austin City Council took matters into their own hands and gave Austin cyclists the protection the Governor denied. Frisco City, Texas is hopefully not far behind.
It is critical that we help motorists understand that with or without a 3 foot law they need to give cyclists at least 3 feet clearance when passing them from the rear. More space will certainly be appreciated. But less than 3 is dangerous and can have tragic consequences.
Cyclists who buy and wear the "3 Feet Please" jersey tell me more motorists are giving them more space more often...it's working. It is saving lives and that's what the "3 Feet Please" campaign is all about and more.
Help me continue to reach out to more cities, states, countries and motorists around the world to help them understand the importance of passing cyclists safely. Help me make riding a bicycle even safer for the milions of cyclists who do ride and for the millions who would ride if they felt safer riding a bicycle on our roads. As more people appreciate and enjoy cycling, we improve safety for everyone.
Your donation, your support, your investment will help me continue this important work...and together we will make cycling safer and save lives.
Thank you very much,
Joe
PS Please note Safe Cycling, LLC is a for-profit corporation...contributions are not tax deductible...This is more a Social-Venture where the objective is to do good work using effective business tools.
Founder
The "3 Feet Please" Campaign
joe@3feetplease.com
1.800.761.0907
Safe Cycling, LLC
916 Shadowlawn Drive
Tallahassee, Florida 32312
USA
But, there's more. Next week I will be sending a $500 check to a woman in Greensboro, NC as a reward for giving the NC Highway Patrol information that lead to the arrest of a motorist who hit and killed cyclist David Sherman on October 24th. I have offered similar rewards here in the US and in the UK to help bring to justice other motorists who have hit cyclists and left them in the road to die. We have to stop this unacceptable behavior and one way is by sending a strong message to motorists that if they decide to run from a collision with a cyclist, all cyclists will unite to bring them to justice.
This campaign to save cyclists' lives around the world is growing daily. In addition to the 14 states with the 3 foot law here in the USA, we have 3 more states introducing legislation. In the United Kingdom we have a healthy discussion taking place on whether to seek 1 meter or 1.5 metres...or both, one for urban riders and one for rural riders. In New Zealand, we have a petition in process seeking a 1.5 metre law. In Austin, Texas, after Texas Governor Perry vetoed a 3 foot bill, the Austin City Council took matters into their own hands and gave Austin cyclists the protection the Governor denied. Frisco City, Texas is hopefully not far behind.
It is critical that we help motorists understand that with or without a 3 foot law they need to give cyclists at least 3 feet clearance when passing them from the rear. More space will certainly be appreciated. But less than 3 is dangerous and can have tragic consequences.
Cyclists who buy and wear the "3 Feet Please" jersey tell me more motorists are giving them more space more often...it's working. It is saving lives and that's what the "3 Feet Please" campaign is all about and more.
Help me continue to reach out to more cities, states, countries and motorists around the world to help them understand the importance of passing cyclists safely. Help me make riding a bicycle even safer for the milions of cyclists who do ride and for the millions who would ride if they felt safer riding a bicycle on our roads. As more people appreciate and enjoy cycling, we improve safety for everyone.
Your donation, your support, your investment will help me continue this important work...and together we will make cycling safer and save lives.
Thank you very much,
Joe
PS Please note Safe Cycling, LLC is a for-profit corporation...contributions are not tax deductible...This is more a Social-Venture where the objective is to do good work using effective business tools.
Founder
The "3 Feet Please" Campaign
joe@3feetplease.com
1.800.761.0907
Safe Cycling, LLC
916 Shadowlawn Drive
Tallahassee, Florida 32312
USA