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Action Alert: Protect bike funding in California's budget
Jan 23, 2013Governor Brown has released his 2013-2014 budget proposal, and it is a risky one for the future of bicycling. It consolidates a number of current bike and ped funding sources into one "Active Transportation Program." Whether this new program is a step forward or a step back depends on you -- and all of us -- who must get involved right now to help shape the program.
CalBike, our... read the whole note.
San Jose Bike Clinic skill share
Jan 22, 2013Bike Clinic's next Skill Share will take place at the historic Faber's Cyclery in San José, and is open to the public. Donations are requested, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. We'll have workshops about repairing flat tires, basic bike maintenance and safety checks, and how to replace brake or shifter cables. Please bring your bike so you can borrow Bike Clinic's tools, tap... read the whole note.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange workday
Jan 17, 2013The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition helps needy families and individuals through our Bicycle Exchange, which repairs used bicycles and donates them to our partner community service organizations. Our warehouse and workshop is fully outfitted with storage, repair stands and tools for year-round operation. All we need is you!
The Bicycle Exchange meets on selected Saturdays throughout... read the whole note.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange workday
Jan 17, 2013The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition helps needy families and individuals through our Bicycle Exchange, which repairs used bicycles and donates them to our partner community service organizations. Our warehouse and workshop is fully outfitted with storage, repair stands and tools for year-round operation. All we need is you!
The Bicycle Exchange meets on selected Saturdays throughout... read the whole note.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange workday
Jan 17, 2013The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition helps needy families and individuals through our Bicycle Exchange, which repairs used bicycles and donates them to our partner community service organizations. Our warehouse and workshop is fully outfitted with storage, repair stands and tools for year-round operation. All we need is you!
The Bicycle Exchange meets on selected Saturdays throughout... read the whole note.
SVBC Policy Advisory Committee meeting
Jan 15, 2013The Policy Advisory Committee generally meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss policy issues of interest to SVBC and advise the SVBC board and staff on positions. Members of the committee are appointed; meetings are open to current SVBC members.
SVBC Membership Advisory Committee meeting
Dec 27, 2012The Membership Advisory Committee makes recommendations that help the Board of Directors and the Executive Director increase the number of members and members' level of engagement in SVBC. Members are the lifeblood of SVBC - help us grow our movement! Your creative ideas and passion for bike riding are needed to build a stronger SVBC.
Members of the Committee must be available to meet... read the whole note.
Bike to Work Day
Dec 20, 2012Whether you're a velo veteran or first-time cyclist, today is the day to ditch your car and hop on a bike to get to work, school, errands, wherever you're going! Bike to Work Day is a Bay-Area-wide event that gets tens of thousands of people on their bikes. Across Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, even the most timid rider can pedal with confidence, knowing they'll enjoy the company of... read the whole note.
SVBC San José Team meeting
Dec 20, 2012The SVBC San José Team meets each fourth Wednesday of the month. Dinner and networking start at 6:30 pm, then the meeting gets rolling at 7:00.
This team is focused on three things: advocacy, outreach, and fun! Come join us to meet your cycling neighbors and get involved! Policy suggestions from the local teams will be submitted to the SVBC Policy Advisory Committee and help shape our... read the whole note.
SVBC San José Team meeting
Dec 20, 2012The SVBC San José Team meets each fourth Wednesday of the month. Dinner and networking start at 6:30 pm, then the meeting gets rolling at 7:00.
This team is focused on three things: advocacy, outreach, and fun! Come join us to meet your cycling neighbors and get involved! Policy suggestions from the local teams will be submitted to the SVBC Policy Advisory Committee and help shape our... read the whole note.