Bike Chico! Week is part of the national effort to share the benefits of
bicycling. It is a chance to encourage employees to try bicycle commuting
with support from experienced bicyclists and you as an employer. Community
activities will include:

. Pedal Fest at the City Plaza on May 11th from 11-3 will kick off the
week with a display of vintage to modern day bicycles, a bicycle powered
smoothie station, bike shop booths, and offer quick safety checks and tips
for making your ride more fun and safe.

. Energizer Stations-at mutiple locations in Chico-will offer
refreshments and aid to commuters from 7-9 AM Monday thru Friday. Bicycle
commuters will receive refreshments, info on commuting, and an “I
Biked!” sticker for discounts at participating businesses.

. Bike Swap at BMU at CSUC

. Bike Touring Adventure lectures

. Film night at the Pageant

. Community Picnic & Commuter Hero Awards

Schools will also be encouraging students to ride to school, awarding
prizes and a chance to win a new bicycle.

The City of Chico is sponsoring a Bike to Work Week Business Challenge.
Businesses are encouraged to compete for the honor of the most cycle
friendly place to work. Competition is based on the highest percentage of
riders and the bicycle friendly work environment provided. This is the
first in a sequence of annual Bike to Work Week Challenges. There are
three competing divisions: Bronze (up to 10 employees); Silver (11- 49 employees); and Gold (50 or more employees).

The winning businesses receive:
Public recognition
Identification on the City of Chico’s web site
Annual rotating trophy
Award plaque displayed at the City Municipal Building

Day to day status tracked on the City’s bicycle web page: For details
contact Ron Baker 879-6942 or rbaker@ci.chico.ca.us

For more info on how you can participate in Bike Chico! Week, contact the
Butte Bicycle Coalition at 345-7347.