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Ask the candidates: Catherine Carlton

Nov 02, 2012

It's election season again, and SVBC has been working with our local teams to prepare questions for candidates running for office in our area. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, SVBC cannot and does not endorse any candidate, but we can ask them for their thoughts on promoting the bike for everyday use and share the answers.

Our San Mateo County Committee reached out to candidates running for... read the whole note.

Menlo Park City Council environmental candidate forum

Oct 17, 2012

If walking, biking and transit are important to you as a Menlo Park voter, consider holding onto your ballot until you hear the candidates address these topics in person. Do you have friends and family who are concerned about the environment in Menlo Park? Send them this invitation and bring them along.

As you consider your vote, you can read responses from all 5 Candidates with their... read the whole note.

7th Annual Menlo Park Grand Prix presented by Mike’s Bikes

Jul 20, 2012

On Sunday, July 22nd, local cycling club Velo Girls presents the 7th edition of the Menlo Park Grand Prix presented by Mike’s Bikes. This criterium, held at Bohannon Park (Jefferson Drive) in Menlo Park, is a favorite with the racers and spectators. There are 11 competitive events throughout the day, starting at 7:30am and running through 6:00pm.

With a full day of racing action, the... read the whole note.

Some companies make great neighbors

Feb 23, 2012

Some companies are simply good neighbors. First our members worked extensively with Facebook to get some bike infrastructure funding flowing from them to Menlo Park and East Palo Alto. Now Google has jumped in with some ideas on how they can help out the community.

Google's developers for their campus expansion originally contacted me last fall to get our input on the Stevens Creek... read the whole note.