Frederick Bicycle Coalition

FBC and the League of American Bicyclists will host a Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB)Workshop on Tuesday,March 29th, at the Community Room in the C. Burr Artz Public Library. This is a free event open to anyone interested in learning more about the League’s Bicycle Friendly Business Program.

When: Tuesday,  March 29th, 1pm – 4pm

Location: C. Burr Artz Public Library*, Community Room,110 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD 21701

Registration: bfbworkshop.evenbrite.com

The League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) program recognizes employers who make bicycle commuting a more viable option for their employees by providing resources such as secured bike parking and showers. In doing so, businesses are demonstrating their dedication to social responsibility by helping their employees maintain an active lifestyle, while also reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality.

Bill Nesper and Carly Sieff from the League of American Bicyclists will host a workshop on how to become a BFB, providing step-by-step technical guidance on making your workplace a more bicylce friendly environment to work in. The workshop will also include the following panel of speakers:

- Richard Griffin from the City of Frederick Department of Economic Development

- Toole Design Group , a League designated BFB from Hyattsville, MD

- Paul Doran from Edenred speaking on the Bike Commuter Tax

Add your business to the growing list of BFBs across the country!

*Frederick County Public Library does not promote or endorse the views of the program sponsors or presenters

Immediately following our rubbish collection event on Sunday, we will meet up at the Gambrill State Park parking lot located on Gambrill Park Road. In an effort to squeeze in as much riding before sunset, we will leave promptly at 1pm. FBC water bottles will be awarded to the KOM and QOM on the final climb of the day which will be Coxey Brown (1000 ft of climbing in 2 miles).

Here are the details:

When: Sunday, February 27th, 1pm – 4:30pm

Where:Meet at Gamrill State Park parking lot (click map to enlarge view)

What: roughly 40 miles with roughly 5,000 feet of climbing

Link to proposed route: http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/28725276/

Note that mapmyride alwaysunderestimates total feet of climbing in their ride profiles, this is a relatively short ride in terms of distance, but the course could be grueling depending on your fitness level due to the amount of climbing. There will also be an alternate route (more gradual climb) home for those who would rather not participate in the Coxey Brown hill climb. Please direct any questions to treasurer@frederickbicyclecoalition.com

Dear devoted FBC supporters, Because January’s trash pick-up was canceled, there is currently a considerable amount of rubbish accumulating along the shoulder of our adopted section of Route 40. Please come out and help us keep clean things up on Sunday, February 27th from 10am – 12:00pm. Following trash pick-up there will be a moderately paced, three hour road ride with a considerable amount of climbing   …..and we will most likely be coming home via Coxey Brown.

Here’s the break down:

Date: Sunday, February 27th, 2011

Time: 10am – noon

What: pickn’ up trash

What to bring: wear bright colors and bring your work gloves

Where to meet: We will meet at the intersection of Kehne and Rout 40. (click below map to enlarge)

Riding?Don’t have a lock? Don’t worry, there will be enough of us there with locks to make due.

Driving? There should be enough room along the shoulder for parking, but think about carpooling if possible!

Questions? Contact trash lead at treasurer@frederickbicyclecoalition.com

Thank you to all our dedicated volunteers!

Are you a paying member of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition? The more members we have, the stronger we are. Road riding, touring, commuting, mountain biking: We advocate for improving all types of cycling in Frederick County and Frederick City.

We have membership levels to suit everyone’s wallet. Bonus: Some of our sponsors offer discounts if you show your membership card. Check out membership details here and join the two wheel revolution that is happening in Frederick!

T-shirts just arrived. Forest Green and Maroon, Hanes Heavyweight 50/50, XS thru XL. Available this weekend at STOP, SWAP AND SAVE for $10. Or email communication@FrederickBicycleCoalition.com if you want to arrange to pick one up locally.

The bylaws of The Frederick Bicycle Coalition stipulate an annual election for positions on the board of directors. Being on the FBC Board of Directors is an excellent way to influence cycling in Frederick City and County. Any member of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition may run for an open board position and all members are encouraged to run.

Except for the Founding Chair, each board member serves a one year term. The board meets in person once per month for approximately 2 hours to discuss business. Between board meetings a large amount of business takes place via email. All board members have an equal vote on issues. All board members head up bicycle related projects and advocacy issues. Additionally, each position has a specific focus which is outlined below.

To run, send an email to the following address foundingchair@frederickbicyclecoalition.com with the position you wish to run for and a bio explaining your qualifications for the position. Your bio will be posted with all candidate bios prior to the election. Candidate bios will be accepted between 02/07/2011 until 02/18/2011. Voting will take place via an electronic ballot sent to members between 02/25/2011 and 03/04/2011.

The following positions are up for election:
President
Secretary
Membership/Social Director
Treasurer
Communications Director

General position descriptions are as follows:

President: Presides at meetings of the members and the Board of Directors, has general and active management of the business of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition, and sees that orders and resolutions of the Board are carried into effect.

Secretary: Maintains the official record of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition. The Secretary shall attend Board meetings and record all votes and the minutes of all proceedings. The Secretary shall maintain copies of the Articles of Incorporation and all amendments in effect, the Bylaws and all amendments in effect, the Club Rules, and all correspondence of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition. In the event the secretary must miss a meeting another board member can temporarily fill the role of Secretary.

Treasurer: Serves as the chief financial officer of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition. Has custody of FBC’s funds and financial records and shall keep full and accurate accounts of receipts and disbursements in books belonging to the Frederick Bicycle Coalition. The Treasurer shall deposit all moneys and other valuables in the name of the Frederick Bicycle Coalition in such depositories as the Board may designate.

The Treasurer shall collect moneys due to the Frederick Bicycle Coalition (FBC) and shall be responsible for the dispersal of all club funds as the Board may authorize. The Treasurer shall render to the Board at its regular meetings, or whenever the Board may require it, an account of all transactions and the financial condition of FBC.

The Treasurer shall prepare or cause to be prepared annually a full and correct statement of FBC’s financial condition, including a balance sheet and a statement of operations for the preceding fiscal year, which shall be submitted at the annual meeting of the membership.

Membership/Social Director: The Membership/Social Director will attend monthly FBC Board meetings to provide the Board with a written or oral report of social activities as well as the current status of FBC membership. This individual will help to create and coordinate various social and fundraising events for members and friends of FBC, as well as the greater community, in addition to working closely with the Communications Director to promote membership via electronic or other media.

Communications Director: The Communications Director will attend monthly FBC Board meetings to provide the Board with a written or oral report of activities. This individual will promote FBC events and activities by communicating information to the greater community using electronic or other media.

Make sure to stop by and visit our table at the Westminster, MD Stop, Swap and Save on Sunday, February 13th. We’ll have our brand new FBC T-shirts for sale as well as FBC Water bottles.  This is always a great event, so come on out!

The Frederick Bicycle Coalition would like to welcome Brewers Alley on board as a new platinum sponsor thanks to their generous donation from the recent fundraiser they put on for our organization.

Make sure to stop by for a pint of locally brewed beer and some tasty food, it’s the perfect spot for your post ride refueling. Please support all of FBC’s great sponsors, they help us in our mission to improving cycling in Frederick City and County.

Want to become a sponsor? Check here for full info. Not a member yet? You can sign up nice and easy right here.