News from New York State Department of Motor Vehicles

For more information contact: Barbara Kirker, 518-473-7000

Media Advisory

ALBANY, NY (05/08/2008; 1013)(readMedia)--

WHAT: Motorcycle Awareness Press Conference Month of May Proclaimed “Motorcycle Safety and You Month”

WHEN: Friday, May 9, 2008 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Erie County Community College North Campus 6205 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221

WHO: David J. Swarts, Commissioner, DMV Joe Aiello, State Administrator, Motorcycle Association of New York Major Christopher L. Cummings, New York State Police, Troop A Captain James Michel (Lackawanna Police Department), Chairman of the Erie County Traffic Safety Board.

NOTES: The month of May is national Motorcycle Awareness month. As the nice weather is upon us, more motorcycles will be sharing the roads. The press conference will focus on motorcycle awareness, education and enforcement. As the number of motorcyclists continues to reach all time high levels, the number of injuries and fatalities continues to increase.

The north campus of the college is where the Basic Rider Course for beginner motorcyclists is conducted. The MANYS display vehicle (a large truck) will be used as a backdrop along with multiple motorcycles. There will also be multiple law enforcement vehicles on display.

CONTACT: DMV Communications: 518-473-7000

THE MEDIA IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND

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