WHEREAS, the purpose of Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week is to increase public awareness of the safe and proper use of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways; and
WHEREAS, the goal of this week is to reduce avoidable accidents through the dissemination of general education and awareness; and
WHEREAS, the elevator industry plays a unique role in ensuring the day-to-day operations of public life; and
WHEREAS, elevators and escalators can improve accessibility for a wide range of people, including the elderly and individuals with short- and long-term disabilities; and
WHEREAS, this endeavor is worthy of support and cooperation to benefit the public as well as the dedicated professionals of the short range vertical transportation industry;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROY COOPER, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim November 8 – 14, 2020, as “National Elevator Escalator Safety Awareness Week” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all citizens.