BikeAthens

BikeAthens is a transportation choices organization based in Athens, Georgia. It is incorporated as, and originally known as, the Athens/Clarke Safe Cycling Association. [ [http://www.uga.edu/acsca/ Athens-Clarke Safe Cycling Association (original site)] ] BikeAthens is an affiliate group of Common Ground Athens.

Mission

The mission of BikeAthens is:

BikeAthens promotes transportation and land-use policies that improve alternative modes of transportation, including pedestrian, cycling, and public transit options. The mission of our organization is to make alternative transportation a practical, convenient, and safe option for all citizens of Athens-Clarke County. [ [http://www.libs.uga.edu/athens/transportation.html UGA Libraries: Athens-Clarke County Transportation] ]

Programs

* Bike Education: Through bike education workshops and courteous mass rides, BikeAthens works to develop safe, knowledgeable cyclists.
* Advocacy: BikeAthens has been active in promoting the placement of bike lanes and other measures for safe cycling in Athens. [ [http://onlineathens.com/stories/090600/ath_0906000041.shtml Baxter Street lane reconfiguration gets go-ahead] , "Athens Banner-Herald", September 5, 2000.]
* Bike Recycling: The bike recycling program repairs donated or police impound bikes and distributes them through partnerships with local social service agencies. [ [http://onlineathens.com/stories/072605/new_20050726015.shtml BikeAthens gives disabled man ride to work] , "Athens Banner-Herald", July 25, 2005.]
* Athens Clarke County Bike
First published in 2005, with an updated edition in 2007, the bike map displays streets rated for motor vehicle traffic, presence of bike lanes, and topography.

External links

* [http://www.bikeathens.com BikeAthens website]

References