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Fort Collins Gains Platinum Status
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- Published on Monday, 13 May 2013 09:16
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Molly North, FC Bikes Program Specialist, 970-224-6112, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Elizabeth Murphy, League of American Bicyclists, 202-621-5458, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Fort Collins Named a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
As bicycling continues to grow in popularity, leaders in cities across the country, like Fort Collins, are embracing the environmental, financial and quality of life benefits that come with a population that likes to ride. Today, the League of American Bicyclists announced the latest round of Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC) and Fort Collins has been named a Platinum BFC.
“We are inspired when we see places like Fort Collins making bicycling safer and more convenient,” said Andy Clarke, President of the League of American Bicyclists. “We know that investment will be returned many times over in the health, environmental, transportation, and quality of life benefits of a thriving, attractive community.”
The BFC program is transforming the way communities evaluate their quality of life, sustainability and transportation networks, while allowing them to benchmark their progress toward improving their bicycle-friendliness. With this impressive round, there are now 259 BFCs in 47 states across America. The Platinum BFC award recognizes Fort Collins’ commitment to improving conditions for bicycling through investment in bicycling promotion, education programs, infrastructure and pro-bicycling policies.
“A bicycle culture is key in defining the fabric of what makes Fort Collins a great place to live, work and play. We know it is a primary means of transportation for many, a major form of recreation for most, and a significant factor in attracting new businesses and new residents,” stated Mayor Weitkunat. “Our City works alongside many community organizations to build a seamless bikeway network and ensure a safe cycling community. We are proud to accept this Platinum designation. Bicycling is a community value and a way of life in Fort Collins.”
The Overland Mountain Bike Club's Reservoir Ridge Trail Day has been canceled due to wet conditions
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- Published on Friday, 10 May 2013 09:18
The rain date for the trail reroute is June 15th. More info here: http://bit.ly/16xcBjc
Horsetooth Time Trial Series pb Backcounty Delicatessen Results
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- Published on Thursday, 09 May 2013 19:29
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Molly North, FC Bikes Program Specialist, 970-224-6112, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Elizabeth Murphy, League of American Bicyclists, 202-621-5458, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript...Read more...
The rain date for the trail reroute is June 15th. More info here: http://bit.ly/16xcBjc
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