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Virtual Bike tool sharing library
by Bayley Vanderpoel 21 Jun '14

21 Jun '14

This distribution list is fantastic. I'm new to bicycle cooperatives but I'm enthusiastic to continue learning more so I'm thrilled to have a resource like this. I'm vacationing in Manatee, FL. My girlfriends family asked for my help fixing all of their bikes and I don't have my tools and the closest bike coop is in St. Petersburg, so it got me wondering if anyone's considered a virtual tool sharing library for bicycle tools. It could be a great resource for towns which a brick & mortar bicycle coop isn't yet self sustainable. If I lived in a small town, I'd for sure host one. Perhaps it could be a mobile application? Bayley VeloCity Bicycle Cooperative 703.863.4464

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job announcement at Bike Works Seattle
by Steve Maluk 18 Jun '14

18 Jun '14

Hello. I wanted to share with this job announcement with The Think Tank. Please help us spread the word, and thank you! The job announcement is pasted below. Steve Maluk Bike Shop Director Bike Works 3709 S Ferdinand St. Seattle, WA 98118 206-725-8867 http://www.bikeworks.org *Recycle and reuse manager (Full-time exempt)* *Organizational Overview:* Bike Works, based in Seattle, builds sustainable communities by educating youth and promoting bicycling. Bike Works has been working for kids, bikes, and community in Seattle since 1996. Our programs and services invest in young people and encourage bicycling as a clean and healthy transportation alternative. Last year over 600 youth, ages 9 to 17, participated in our programs and gained the skills and resources they need to translate lessons about confidence and leadership into their own lives, helping them to make healthier decisions about their futures. We also recycle and redistribute close to 5,000 used bicycles annually to youth and adults locally through our programs and community bike shop, and internationally through organization partners. We value and seek diverse team members who are passionate, innovative, collaborative, professional, fun, responsible and solutions-oriented. *Role Overview: * The Recycle and Reuse Manager reports to our Bike Shop Director and oversees our bicycle recycling program. This program is an essential component of our mission, increasing access to affordable, environmentally-friendly transportation in Seattle by distributing thousands of refurbished bicycles back into the community. This program prolongs the life of usable bikes and parts and each year diverts thousands of pounds from the waste stream. The Recycle and Reuse Manager oversees this process, and supplies other departments at Bike Works with the bikes, parts, and accessories they require to carry out our mission. The Recycle and Reuse Manager leads procurement efforts for bike donations, manages bike recycling intake and processing systems, and supervises up to three staff within the Recycle and Reuse department. This position is full-time (40 hours per week), exempt. *Essential Job Functions:* - Oversees intake and triage processes, and inventory systems, for donated used bikes, bike parts, and accessories - Acts as lead in bike donation procurement efforts - Manages Recycle and Reuse department, supervising staff mechanics and mentoring volunteer mechanics - Acts as liaison to corporate bike donation partners, including companies within the bike industry - Serves as facility manager in our bike recycling warehouse - Works cross-departmentally at Bike Works to mentor new bike mechanics and develop youth leadership - Contributes to the organization's vision, participates in organization-wide programs, and helps to create a sustainable organizational culture *Required Qualifications & Experience: * - Two or more years of experience in a bike shop, community bike project, non-profit, or related bike industry organization - Two or more years of experience supervising staff within the bike industry or in a related field - Professional-level bike mechanical skills - Strong communication and leadership skills, with a proven track record of working cooperatively in a team and across departments - Previous experience designing, implementing, and holding others accountable to organizational systems and work processes - Enthusiasm for Bike Works’ mission and the ability to motivate others around that mission - Commitment to youth leadership, sustainable communities and bicycle transportation - Willingness and ability to work with people from a variety of racial, cultural, religious and economic backgrounds, with various ages, lifestyles, sexual orientations, gender orientations and political beliefs · Commitment to social justice and environmental sustainability - Ability to work some evenings and weekends, scheduled in advance - Driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check - Ability to lift bicycles (up to 50 pounds), and load or unload bicycles from containers or vehicles *Desired Qualifications & Experience: * - Energetic, flexible, personable, and a sense of humor - Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and verbally communicate with people from diverse communities - Fluency in two or more languages - Ability to manage time effectively - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and internet searching - Comfort with speaking in front of groups *Compensation: *$33,000 to $38,000, depending on experience, plus medical, dental and paid vacation. *How to Apply: * Please visit our website at www.bikeworks.org for more information about Bike Works. Email your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to *steve(a)bikeworks.org <steve(a)bikeworks.org>. * *NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. * *This position is open until filled. Complete applications received by June 28, 2014 will receive priority consideration.* *Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Bike Works is an Equal Opportunity and queer-friendly employer.*

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Gearin' Up Bicycles - Call for Board Members
by Gearin' Up Bicycles 16 Jun '14

16 Jun '14

Here is your chance to get involved with Gearin' Up Bicycles in Washington D.C.! We are seeking additions members for the Board of Directors, and we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter. Know someone who may be interested? Please pass this along! Details about the position can be found below. Gearin’ Up Bicycles provides access to quality used bicycles in Washington D.C. through used bicycle sales and youth outreach programs. We sell refurbished donated used bicycles and provide employment opportunities for young adults in underserved communities. In addition, Gearin' Up Bicycles partners with local youth organizations to provide Earn-A-Bike programs. Gearin’ Up is growing in all ways -- the number of projects we're working on, volunteer opportunities, and more. The Board Selection Committee of the Gearin’ Up Bicycles is currently seeking applications from prospective Board Members who are passionate about providing greater access to bicycles while providing opportunities to Washington D.C. As a Board Member you will be responsible for three areas: 1. Governance (strategy, planning, fiduciary responsibilities) 2. Involvement in programs/committees that raise awareness and support for Gearin’ Up. 3. Development (raising funds, community awareness and recruiting quality volunteers) Minimum Requirements: * proven experience as a volunteer and fundraiser * interest and ability to be an ambassador for the Gearin’ Up * a commitment to the Gearin’ Up, including time and flexibility to help grow the Gearin’ Up * a board donation and/or a fundraising commitment * practical skills/experience in at least one of the following areas: finance and accounting, non-profit law, PR, marketing, creative/design, project management, business management, urban planning, government, transportation or policy * attendance at monthly Board meetings, Gearin’ Up special events and committee/project meetings Time Commitment: Board meetings are usually one hour every month or every other month. Initial meetings will be held at a central location, and subsequent meetings will be held by telephone. We ask for an additional 2-5 hours/month to work on specific tasks or projects. We ask Board Members to serve for at least 1 year with a strong preference for 2 years of service. To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your interest in serving on the Board of Gearin’ Up to KatieLupo(a)GearinUpBicycles.org (mailto:KatieLupo@GearinUpBicycles.org) . ============================================================ Copyright © 2014 Gearin' Up Bicycles, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted into our newsletter. Our mailing address is: Gearin' Up Bicycles Coming Soon Washington D.C., DC 20001 USA ** unsubscribe from this list (http://GearinUpBicycles.us5.list-manage1.com/unsubscribe?u=65458e3e3dbc6e43…) ** update subscription preferences (http://GearinUpBicycles.us5.list-manage2.com/profile?u=65458e3e3dbc6e43e9ba…) Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

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BikeVON
by Yvonne Rucker 16 Jun '14

16 Jun '14

The second week of the velodrome program. https://plus.google.com/105815000894594781734/stories/38900ab9-dc23-3508-b2… -- Yvonne Rucker 248.225.0601 President BikeVON bikevon14(a)gmail.com Educate, Advocate, and Motivate for Cycling Safety…BikeVON This electronic message and all attachments contain information from the BikeVON of Metropolitan Detroit and its related programs. The message and attachments may contain privileged, confidential information or otherwise be protected from disclosure. The information is intended to be for the addressee(s) only. If you are not the intended addressee(s), any disclosure, copy, distribution or use of the contents of this message is prohibited unless authorized by the BikeVON or the intended addressee.

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Liability Waiver?
by Cassiope Sydoriak 05 Jun '14

05 Jun '14

Hello folks across the pond! Recently, our friends at the London Bike Kitchen had their first conflict with a customer. He came into the workshop with a fancy Cannondale CAAD10 with a press fit BB20 bottom bracket, and he verbally agreed to their Terms & Conditions. However, the student turned out to be quite difficult - not listening to instructions, questioning instructions, consulting the internet, etc. During the BB installation process, the instructor forgot to put in the shims before the bearings were pressed in, so they had to get knocked out. Somewhere along the line, the inside of the BB shell was damaged, and there is disagreement between the instructor and the student about what happened/whose fault it is, etc. Now the student is asking for £800 to replace his frame, which could be deadly for a small bike shop. Following this, we’re having a lot of discussion in the UK bike community about how to approach these difficult situations. Has anyone dealt with a problem like this before? Does anyone have an effective liability waiver that covers both the customer and the shop? Many thanks to all! -Cassiope -- Cassiope Sydoriak Co-Founder and Executive Director Broken Spoke Bike Co-op www.bsbcoop.org m: +44 (0)7551 711746 --

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Women`s Shop materials?
by Leslie Peteya 03 Jun '14

03 Jun '14

Hey folks, Anyone have any good literature materials that can supplement hands on instruction? I recently moved and lost all my stuff from the Minneapolis and DC lady bike collectives. Best, Leslie Durham Bike Coop

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Mural
by Angel York 30 May '14

30 May '14

Some volunteers at Bike Farm put up this beautiful mural & I thought y'all might enjoy seeing it, too!

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City Bike Plans: Do Collectives Connect Community Voices to Planning?
by Adonia Lugo 29 May '14

29 May '14

Dear all, Some Alta Planning + Design consultants who are assisting the City of Columbus, OH on their bike plan update asked me for advice about their communication campaign, such as best practices for outreach. I brought up bike co-ops and told them about Bike! Bike! being held in Columbus this year. I'm wondering what role collectives organizers/volunteers can play or have played as connectors, getting community voices heard that wouldn't otherwise make it to the city level. Or do bike plans seem totally disconnected from co-op concerns? If there's interest in having some kind of community conversation about what role co-ops can play in connecting more people to bike planning, let me know and I'll put you in touch with the Alta folks. They're also reaching out directly to Third Hand in Columbus. Thanks! Adonia -- Adonia E. Lugo, Ph.D. Bicycle Anthropologist www.urbanadonia.com

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Fund raising
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 29 May '14

29 May '14

What happened to the drome up on Mound Rd? Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Yvonne Rucker" <bikevon14(a)gmail.com> To: "Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Fund raising Date: Wed, May 28, 2014 4:41 pm Hey Everyone,I have started a unique cycling organization in Detroit Mi. A short intro about me and description of the program is: My name is Yvonne Rucker. I am a resident of Southfield, Mi. Currently, I am working in my community promoting diversity and inclusion through the sport of velodrome cycling. I am trying to build a bridge of communities by removing children from the geographically boundaries, which separates the ethnicities in the Detroit and the boundaries between the suburbanites and Detroit communities. My company, BikeVON, is promoting fitness and health for all children through the participation in the “invisible” sport of velodrome cycling. Mission Statement: BikeVON is an organization designed to promote diversity and inclusion through the sport of cycling. The program to engender self-confidence and empowerment for the underrepresented groups of women and youth of color. The program for this summer is: In the cycling world, there are several categories of racing styles. One of the lesser known styles is track racing, a team or individual event in which competitors ride fixed-gear – or non-coasting -- bicycles with no brakes on an oval track called a velodrome. A velodrome is typically made of wood and has ramped corners to accommodate a racer’s high speed in sharp turns; they may be built as outdoor or indoor tracks. According to USA Cycling there are:29 velodromes in 22 states 29 cities with velodromes19,355 cities in the USA Detroit is one of the 19,326 cities WITHOUT a velodrome.Detroit is FORTUNATE because there is one velodrome - only 25 miles outside of the city Rochester Hills, MI. Because of the invisibility of the sport, BikeVON and the International Velodrome of Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills, Michigan provided a motivator of a stipend for the children. They will receive $270 for 6 weeks of training to “ride” a bike. Training is 3 days a week for 2 hours. All equipment and coaching is free. Since this is a little known spot, Wayne State University’s Kinesiology Department will conduct yearlong study on the sport. This is the information needed to apply for funding. Please before you suggested to ask for any services, I have asked, community organizations, major non-profits for kids in the health, wellness and fitness no one is giving for these assorted reasons: *remember the track in this area is 1 out of 29 in the USA. and no it is not portable* 1. Community organizations will only grant money if the program is within their community. 2. Major grantors want the program within the city limits.3. Major grantors want the $$$ IRS and audit records. 4. What can I provide in advertising coverage?5. Church organizations did not want to donated $$$ to support the stipend or bus use because the church did not want to be liable. Online I raised $2,500 out of pocket expenses are over that. From printing materials, paying people, travel expenses, web development etc. I am leaking money. I gave a fund raiser is March and did not make ANY money. My target audience is kids 13 - 18 years old. I have been in contact with Boys and Girls clubs, community and youth organizations, schools, churches, youth build a bike programs and bike shops. In March, I went to a youth meeting an 26 kids signed up. I took just name and email address. Going in, I knew transportation was going to be any issue. School bus rental quotes were anywhere from $148 - $250 per trip and there are 18 trips in the program. For me to rent a van then there are bonding issues. When the contribution $$$ topped off, I was asking the parents to car pool and I would supply gas $$$. I started with 10 kids. By the March fund raiser there were 7 and by the first weekend in May two kids. During May we have try-outs we offered to give each child $10 to come for try-outs. If 3 kids from the same organization came they would receive $13. Parent / guardian had to come to sign liability waivers. For the first weekend on one came. Graduations and other things going on. For the second weekend 4 students signed up at one school and I was counting on another to contact me. The transportation company needs at least 10 days notice. These wonderful people were working on a 3 day turn around for me. I rented a school bus. On that Saturday no one came. The reason were busy schedules and parents could not come with the child. With the holiday weekend approaching, I did not even think about organization anything. I am emailing and knocking on doors with a start date of June 7th. Questions:1. I need a fund raiser to replenish my funds. If I have to pay for transportation, I cannot use the money for kids' stipend. My savings are dwindling. 2. How to motivate the kids.3. Advertising. I have written the local newspapers, television stations, the African American news paper. No one seems to think it is an interesting story to cover. Help!!! -- Yvonne Rucker248.225.0601President BikeVONbikevon14(a)gmail.com Educate, Advocate, and Motivate for Cycling Safety…BikeVON This electronic message and all attachments contain information from the BikeVON of Metropolitan Detroit and its related programs. The message and attachments may contain privileged, confidential information or otherwise be protected from disclosure. The information is intended to be for the addressee(s) only. If you are not the intended addressee(s), any disclosure, copy, distribution or use of the contents of this message is prohibited unless authorized by the BikeVON or the intended addressee.

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Fund raising
by Yvonne Rucker 28 May '14

28 May '14

Hey Everyone, I have started a unique cycling organization in Detroit Mi. A short intro about me and description of the program is: My name is Yvonne Rucker. I am a resident of Southfield, Mi. Currently, I am working in my community promoting diversity and inclusion through the sport of velodrome cycling. I am trying to build a bridge of communities by removing children from the geographically boundaries, which separates the ethnicities in the Detroit and the boundaries between the suburbanites and Detroit communities. My company, BikeVON, is promoting fitness and health for all children through the participation in the “invisible” sport of velodrome cycling. Mission Statement: BikeVON is an organization designed to promote diversity and inclusion through the sport of cycling. The program to engender self-confidence and empowerment for the underrepresented groups of women and youth of color. The program for this summer is: In the cycling world, there are several categories of racing styles. One of the lesser known styles is track racing, a team or individual event in which competitors ride fixed-gear – or non-coasting -- bicycles with no brakes on an oval track called a velodrome. A velodrome is typically made of wood and has ramped corners to accommodate a racer’s high speed in sharp turns; they may be built as outdoor or indoor tracks. According to USA Cycling there are: 29 velodromes in 22 states 29 cities with velodromes 19,355 cities in the USA Detroit is one of the 19,326 cities WITHOUT a velodrome. Detroit is FORTUNATE because there is one velodrome - only 25 miles outside of the city Rochester Hills, MI. Because of the invisibility of the sport, BikeVON and the International Velodrome of Bloomer Park in Rochester Hills, Michigan provided a motivator of a stipend for the children. They will receive $270 for 6 weeks of training to “ride” a bike. Training is 3 days a week for 2 hours. All equipment and coaching is free. Since this is a little known spot, Wayne State University’s Kinesiology Department will conduct yearlong study on the sport. This is the information needed to apply for funding. Please before you suggested to ask for any services, I have asked, community organizations, major non-profits for kids in the health, wellness and fitness no one is giving for these assorted reasons: *remember the track in this area is 1 out of 29 in the USA. and no it is not portable* 1. Community organizations will only grant money if the program is within their community. 2. Major grantors want the program within the city limits. 3. Major grantors want the $$$ IRS and audit records. 4. What can I provide in advertising coverage? 5. Church organizations did not want to donated $$$ to support the stipend or bus use because the church did not want to be liable. Online I raised $2,500 out of pocket expenses are over that. From printing materials, paying people, travel expenses, web development etc. I am leaking money. I gave a fund raiser is March and did not make ANY money. My target audience is kids 13 - 18 years old. I have been in contact with Boys and Girls clubs, community and youth organizations, schools, churches, youth build a bike programs and bike shops. In March, I went to a youth meeting an 26 kids signed up. I took just name and email address. Going in, I knew transportation was going to be any issue. School bus rental quotes were anywhere from $148 - $250 per trip and there are 18 trips in the program. For me to rent a van then there are bonding issues. When the contribution $$$ topped off, I was asking the parents to car pool and I would supply gas $$$. I started with 10 kids. By the March fund raiser there were 7 and by the first weekend in May two kids. During May we have try-outs we offered to give each child $10 to come for try-outs. If 3 kids from the same organization came they would receive $13. Parent / guardian had to come to sign liability waivers. For the first weekend on one came. Graduations and other things going on. For the second weekend 4 students signed up at one school and I was counting on another to contact me. The transportation company needs at least 10 days notice. These wonderful people were working on a 3 day turn around for me. I rented a school bus. On that Saturday no one came. The reason were busy schedules and parents could not come with the child. With the holiday weekend approaching, I did not even think about organization anything. I am emailing and knocking on doors with a start date of June 7th. Questions: 1. I need a fund raiser to replenish my funds. If I have to pay for transportation, I cannot use the money for kids' stipend. My savings are dwindling. 2. How to motivate the kids. 3. Advertising. I have written the local newspapers, television stations, the African American news paper. No one seems to think it is an interesting story to cover. Help!!! -- Yvonne Rucker 248.225.0601 President BikeVON bikevon14(a)gmail.com Educate, Advocate, and Motivate for Cycling Safety…BikeVON This electronic message and all attachments contain information from the BikeVON of Metropolitan Detroit and its related programs. The message and attachments may contain privileged, confidential information or otherwise be protected from disclosure. The information is intended to be for the addressee(s) only. If you are not the intended addressee(s), any disclosure, copy, distribution or use of the contents of this message is prohibited unless authorized by the BikeVON or the intended addressee.

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