Get a core group of folks with some long term dedication and start deligating areas of responsability. Even if the bulk of folks are "hang outers", a small core group with clearly defined objectives and goals can get a hell of a lot running with little resources.

Good luck!

Eric slcbikecollective.org

On 7/17/07, Norman Shamas norman.shamas@gmail.com wrote:

I am in a similar situation with a Bike Co-op in Tempe, Az. We are new and I have been working on the business plan, but right now we seem to not be at the organization level to implement most of the business plan. What are some ways to work the organization and structure into a co-op that has primarily been a hangout (while still getting stuff done)? Also, are there any tips on the business plan, since it is usually required to apply for grants. Thanks, Norman

On 7/8/07, Claire Stoscheck cstoscheck@gmail.com wrote:

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Hi all... Sibley Bike Depot of St. Paul MN is a community/public bike shop getting kicked out of a neighborhood which is in the process of being gentrified. We are currently looking for new spaces, and uncertain of how we can afford new rent ranges...and are looking to write some kind of business plan to make sure what we get ourselves into is actually at least moderately sustainable. Do any of your shops have a busines plan or something of the sort you could send me so we can use it as an outline to base ours off of? We'd really appreciate any advice we can get...

Thanks so much,

Claire with Sibley Bike Depot (www.bikeped.org ---sorry the site is down right now)

On 7/5/07, baglady@riseup.net < baglady@riseup.net> wrote:

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Hello Everyone,

There are a whole 36 days left until Bike Bike!!!!

Can you believe it!!!

In such a little bit of time you, and hundreds (maybe) of your compatriots in recycled bicycle love, will be getting together for three action packed days of workshops, presentations, networking, bike rides, movies, and dance parties.

So what does this mean?

It means that if you want to do a workshop we need to hear from you ASAP!!!!!!

Please send us a description a brief description including a) subject matter, b) workshop format, and c) any facilities preferences/av needs

Please submit your name, the organization you are representing (if applica- ble), full contact information, and a short biography of yourself and/or your organization. Please send in your proposals via email to workshops@bike-pgh.org, and in- clude the word "Proposal" in the subject line.

If we have already spoken and confirmed whatever workshop you are doing please send us a description paragraph that we can put on the website.

We especially need people to help facilitate workshops for the Bike 101 day. We need people to lead workshops/discussions on recruiting volunteers, programming (EAB for adults & kids, different models) how to get & keep a space, intro to legal stuff (501C3 status, fiscal sponsorship etc) getting donations of tools & bikes, organizational models and more. And what we would really love is for all the shops that are just starting ujp to tell us what they want to learn in Bike 101 day, so that we can be sure we have relevant workshops. Also, we would love it if you wanted to help us organize this day and correspond with the people facilitating workshops.

In the coming days we will have a tentative list up of all the 20+ workshops up on the website bikebike.org

Also, PlEaSe PLeaSe pLeAse send us your registration forms. We need to know how many people are coming so we can arrange housing, bike loans, cook sufficient food and schedule enough workshops for everyone. If you didnt get a registration form you can download it at bikebike.org.

If you have questions you can call us at Free Ride at 412 731 4094 or e-mail general questions to freeride@bike-pgh.org and workshop questions to workshops@bike-pgh.org

See you in 36 days or earlier if you want to come early and help set it all up and also help us prepare loaner bikes.

Bike On, Your fellow bicycle lovers at Free Ride!

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