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Fire Safety Reminder
by Angel York 26 Sep '15

26 Sep '15

I have volunteered mostly at two bike collectives. They have both had fires. One was a spontaneous rag fire that put the entire shop out of commission for an entire summer (good thing they had just done an inventory; insurance needed that information), and the other was apparently a fire in the metal recycling. Keep a serious eye on potential flammables! Angel York

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Bike!Bike! workshops printed program deadline.
by Ollin 26 Sep '15

26 Sep '15

Hello! We're frantic and super excited in Guadalajara preparing for your arrival. Just to ask everyone who's planning to come and host a workshop to please register it before or on sunday september the 27th at 6pm central time so that it makes it to the printed program. You know the drill: www.bikebike.org If you have any questions on how to do it please contact Godwin at admin(a)bikebike.org Here's a public google calendar that we'll keep updated on events and venues anyways (Starting sunday night): https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=cTI4anNvcDBpaGlwOGswaXJuY3NxZ2FrO… Can't wait for october 1! Ollin and the Rila Libre team. [image: Inline image 1]

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Has anyone used ourimpact.net for fundraising?
by Jonathan Morrison 25 Sep '15

25 Sep '15

I was at a Drupal meetup and someone mentioned this fundraising tool? https://www.ourimpact.net Demo: https://www.ourimpact.net/deck/uwnu/6 I guess the thing I like about it was the transparent commitment that donors get, as opposed to just sending money their into a black hole, albeit a good intentioned one. -- Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison

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members and sign up database software
by Jesse Cooper 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

Hey Folks! So at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, we're thinking it's time to set up a proper sign in / sign out system, combined with a membership and volunteer database. Ideally we would like to know what software is out there that can track people coming in and using our space, a simple laptop or desktop kiosk where folks can type in info, and it would enter our database. Also to serve as a database that members can register into, and again wherein volunteers can sign up, and log their hours, and tasks accomplished. sooo.. any ideas? Jesse Cooper

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Re: [TheThinkTank] members and sign up database software
by Jonathan Morrison 23 Sep '15

23 Sep '15

Andrew, do you have a github.com link to the code? > ---------- Forwarded message --------- > From: Andrew Shooner <ashooner(a)gmail.com> > Date: Tue, Sep 22, 2015 at 11:20 AM > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] members and sign up database software > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > > > Hey Jesse, > > Since I responded originally, we've launched our node-based app (more > specifically Meteor.js), and have been using it this season with few > problems. Now that Meteor 1.2 is out, I'm going to be rewriting it to use > React.js, and add a few additional features. > > Providing ongoing support always needs to be considered, so I'm thinking > of following Freehub's model with the next version and providing a hosted > version of the app. It would be *much *better if there were more than 1 > dev on the project, so if anyone has an interest in Meteor, please get in > touch! Depending on 1 random internet guy to keep your shop system running > seems like a bad idea... > > I can probably set up a demo if folks are interested in playing with the > current version. > > *Current Features* > > *Records* > -Visitor records including name, waiver acceptance, and equity credit. > - Timelogs (sign-in / sign-out) which can be volunteering (generates an > equity credit transaction), stand time (generates a cash or equity debit > transaction), or other activities that don't generate transactions > - Transactions (either equity or cash). Cash transactions just create a > notification so the cashier knows how much to charge in our Square > (technically, there is a way to hand it off straight to Square, but we want > to keep Square's reporting for now). Equity transactions add or subtract > from the visitor's balance. > > *Login / Logout Kiosk* > A screen that visitors use to sign in and out, and say what they're doing > in the shop. Also replaces our paper registration/waiver. > > *Shop Dashboard* > For the front desk worker. Shows who is volunteering, who is on stand > time, etc. Also shows today's recent sign-outs. Provides access to create > equity transactions (e.g. purchasing parts on equity), notices about cash > transactions to run, as well as access to browse all people, timelogs, or > transactions. > > > *New Features (for the next version)* > > *Bikes* > For bikes in our workflow. This will help us track which bikes aren't > selling or getting fixed, and let customers browse bikes without needing to > make it to our limited open shop hours. It will also give us some nice > metrics on how well we're processing bikes. > > *Shifts* > Schedule shifts, and link all timelogs to the shift in which they occur. > This will let us set which activities are permitted depending on the kind > of shift (e.g. self-signin volunteering only on volunteer night; free > stand-time on women's night, etc). This will automatically generate a shift > report that we put together manually right now (volunteers, attendance, > etc). > > *Inventory* > Put our parts prices into the system to make adding up a equity purchase > easier, as well as give us a full picture of what parts are in highest > demand (right now we only know which parts are purchased with $ through > Square). > > *Nice-to-haves* > - Better reporting, for things like volunteer retention and recruitment. I > want to get a notice when someone volunteers for the first time, or hits a > certain milestone of volunteering. > - Purchase requests: stuff we need to buy, either for a specific bike, or > just general consumables. > - Print-outs for bikes (holds, purchase waivers, evaluations, etc). > > > > > On Mon, Sep 21, 2015 at 10:09 PM, Jesse Cooper <jessecooper0(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Hey Folks! >> >> It's been a couple of years since I first asked about a database / >> software for sign ins and stuff. >> >> Has there been any progress on this front for any shops out there yet? >> We are interested in Freehub but we need for people to be able to sign >> out to accurately track hours, something which Freehub doesn't do. >> >> Can anyone give us (our community bikes) leads on applications that can >> allow sign ins / outs, and take info like name, email, whether or not they >> want to be emailed, dates, exporting data sheets, distinguish between staff >> / volunteer / member or other categories we deem we need, etc? >> >> Or is anyone able to make a "Freehub" that has in addition to everything >> a sign out option? >> >> help? >> >> Jesse >> >> >> >> On Thu, Nov 7, 2013 at 11:09 AM, Jesse Cooper <jessecooper0(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> >>> Hey Folks! >>> >>> So at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, we're thinking it's time to set >>> up a proper sign in / sign out system, combined with a membership and >>> volunteer database. >>> >>> Ideally we would like to know what software is out there that can track >>> people coming in and using our space, a simple laptop or desktop kiosk >>> where folks can type in info, and it would enter our database. >>> >>> Also to serve as a database that members can register into, and again >>> wherein volunteers can sign up, and log their hours, and tasks accomplished. >>> >>> sooo.. any ideas? >>> >>> Jesse Cooper >>> >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> >> > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > -- Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Board of Directors 801-688-0183 cell

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Rides to Bike Bike
by Steve Querengesser 18 Sep '15

18 Sep '15

Hi! I'm looking for a shared ride to Guadalajara for BikeBike, is anyone else from the west coast heading down? I am from Haida Gwaii Bike RePsych in Northern BC, Canada. I could meet up in Oregon or California. I'm also wondering if the ride to the coast after the conference is still happening! ...getting stoked :) Steve

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Away on Vacation
by director＠communitybike.net 14 Sep '15

14 Sep '15

Hi,   I will be away from the CBC starting August 14th and returning on  September 14th.   Contact Andrew Burnell for programming and volunteering questions (programs(a)communitybike.net) or Carol Meader for resource development and communications questions (development(a)communitybike.net).    The CBC phone number is 282-9700 and our website is www.communitybike.net.   Take care, Andy    

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Des Moines Bicycle Collective hiring shop manager
by Jeremy Lewis 04 Sep '15

04 Sep '15

*Position Summary* The Des Moines Bicycle Collective seeks a qualified and enthusiastic community bike shop manager. This person will assume a key role in guiding the Des Moines Bicycle Collective in the fulfillment of its mission and vision. This includes managing daily shop operations and finances, ensuring outstanding customer service, managing and developing staff and volunteers, and promoting our community bike shop’s development and growth. *Primary Responsibilities* *1. Manage daily community bike shop operations (50%)* - Oversee the scheduling of work (repair, maintenance, walk-in, and bike building) - Supervise paid and volunteer mechanics - Oversee the ordering of supplies, parts and equipment - Oversee the procurement and processing of bicycle donations - Oversee the pricing of bikes, parts and accessories - Ensure a clean and organized work environment in the shop - Safeguarding the assets of the organization - Maintaining proper levels of inventory for the earn-a-bike and bike giveaway programs - Ensuring the point of sale system is accurate and proper inventory of supplies, tools and restored bikes are available - Maintain the shop as a safe place by setting a high standard of behavior for employees and volunteers *2. Recondition/overhaul used bicycles of all types and conditions for resale and giveaway (30%)* - Assess bike for damage and/or wear; determine a course of action according to parts availability and cost - Repair bike to yield a safe, fully functional and clean product *3. Help oversee the fiscal operations and monitor the financial health of the community bike shop (10%)* - Developing annual shop budget, sales goals, and resource allocations - Monitor revenue and expenses according to budget - Train and supervise shop staff in maintaining detailed and accurate records - Ensure that cash drawer deposits reconcile with point of sale reports - Help guide shop business strategy, growth & development *4. Help oversee shop staff management and development (10%)* - Recruit, hire and schedule shop staff - Participate in staff, leadership team, shop and board meetings - Train, motivate, supervise and evaluate shop staff *Des Moines Bicycle Collective* The Des Moines Bicycle Collective champions stronger communities, vibrant neighborhoods and healthy individuals by encouraging active transportation choices. In addition to offering the region’s only nonprofit “do-it-together” community bike shop, the Des Moines Bicycle Collective exists to provide countless opportunities for education, empowerment and social change through bicycle restoration, charitable bicycle donations, event planning, education programs, bike valet and bike sharing. *To apply* Please submit your resume to jen(a)dsmbikecollective.org referencing the job title in the subject line. http://dsmbikecollective.org/were-hiring/ Jeremy Jeremy Lewis Executive Director 515.710.6697 *Des Moines Bicycle Collective <http://www.dsmbikecollective.org/>* *Changing Greater Des Moines two wheels at a time*

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Comprehensive Database for community bike center-- any expereinces
by sheldon mains 02 Sep '15

02 Sep '15

We're (Cycles for Change in St. Paul, MN ---www.CyclesForChange.org) is starting a search for a comprehensive database for all of our programs and activities. We want something that: Tracks participants, donors and volunteers over all programs (Earn-a-Bike, Community Partners Bike Libary, Learn-to-Ride, Open Shop, Youth Apprenticeship, Volunteer Night, Community Rides, Equity Council, Infrastructure Advocacy) Automates event sign-up for classes and events Manages multiple email newsletters Tracks participation levels (e.g. how often someone comes to open shop or if they attended all 4 classes in a four week course) Tracks all communications with all participants, volunteers and donors Comprehensive demographic information Customizable reports Anyone with any suggestions? We're looking at something that is on the web (we have three locations). We are looking for something that does not require a techie to manage. Specifically, we've heard there is a community bike center that has created a bike center implementation of SalesForce thanks much sheldon .............. Sheldon Mains Cycles for Change www.SpokesConnect.org www.CyclesForChange.org Minneapolis, MN 612/618-7149 Three ways to donate to SPOKES: 1. Volunteer. 2. Donate repairable used bikes. 3. Financial donations always welcome. Check www.SpokesConnect.org for details.

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bicyclist accident report cards
by Angel York 31 Aug '15

31 Aug '15

Just learned about this, thought it might interest some of y'all. context: http://www.fastcoexist.com/1679076/what-to-do-when-youre-doored-fill-out-a-… 5000 copies for $140 plus shipping (plus you get your bike collective's name on the card!) http://bikesafeboston.com/post/14691991745/to-all-the-people-who-have-conta… -Angel

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