Hello, Thinkers
Carl Voss here from the Des Moines Bicycle Collective.
I know that some community bike projects have programs offering valet bike parking for public events, festivals, farmers markets, and the like.
I'm a member of the city committee (city manager's office) updating/reviewing the Des Moines process for street-closure permits for public events. I've suggested we include some language that valet bike corrals be part of public events.
I recall that in some cities, the event planners are required (or an the minimum, encouraged) to provide bike parking. I've read—perhaps here or elsewhere—that there are 30 San Francisco events that have valet bike services.
If any of you have suggestions to pass along regarding street use/street closures/public events and permits: *Language suggesting or requiring valet bike services *If expected attendance is over a threshold (1,000 attendees?) must include valet bike corrals *Any other encouraging language.
Zip me an e-mail directly or through The Think Tank.
Carl Voss carlvoss@mac.com Mobile: 515-210-0237 Des Moines Bicycle Collective, Central Iowa's only nonprofit bike shop. Become a member today for $40. Use our secure donation form.