May 2005: May1- 31 www.BikeMonthNYC.org Bike Month got off to a great start as 30,000 cyclists took to the streets for the annual 5 Boro Bike Tour on Sunday May 1st. On Friday May 6th the Bronx celebrated Bike Month with Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrión, who after leading a morning commuter ride drew thundering applause for announcing his intent to bring back Car Free Sundays on the Grand Concourse.
Cyclists kept rolling through the Bronx on Saturday May 7th with the first ever Bike to the Bronx Bombers Day. The Yankees won, as did participating cyclists who enjoyed a great ride and special giveaways from the event's sponsor - the NYC Department of Transportation. For select upcoming Bike Month events, scroll down to the end of this e-bulletin. See www.bikemonthnyc.org for a full schedule. We need volunteers to make these great events happen, see Volunteer for Bike Month NYC .
Sunday June 5th, 2005, 8:30 am Join us for this new, free ride through the streets of Brooklyn. From Prospect Park to Coney Island and back again, the best way to see Brooklyn is on a bike! We'll provide snacks, giveaways and a safety cell, so even folks who aren't used to riding on NYC streets can roll with us. What are you waiting for? Register (for free) today! Register before May 26th and be entered to win a free year's supply of beer from Brooklyn Brewery (winner must be 21 or older). Tell a friend! http://www.tourdebrooklyn.org Bestowing Props to Noah Budnick, Mayor Bloomberg Declares May 6, 2005 National Bicycle Greenway Day …Whereas: H.G. Wells said, "Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race." New Yorkers second this sentiment, and take this opportunity to extend their gratitude to NBG, Recycle a Bicycle, and Transportation Alternatives, home to Noah Budnick, the dedicated activist who suffered injuries while working on behalf of his fellow cyclists. We join these worthy organizations and their supporters in wishing all of those involved in the Mayor's Ride the best of luck in their two-wheeled journey to a healthier, happier, and greener future. Now therefore, I, Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor of the City of New York, in recognition of this important event, do hereby proclaim Friday, May 6, 2005 in the City of New York as "National Bicycle Greenway Day." Bike Month Highlights The 5th Annual Bicycle Film Festival
Thursday through Sunday, May 12-15, at Anthology Film Archives ( 2nd Street at 2nd Avenue), www.bicyclefilmfestival.com. Sustainable Brooklyn Bike Tour Bike to Shea Day hosted by the NYC Departments of Transportation and Parks and the NYC Sports Commission Don't miss the chance to celebrate bicycling with your Borough President! Manhattan Borough President Manhattan Borough President's After-Work Snack Staten Island Borough President's Bike Month Commuter Breakfast Brooklyn Borough President’ Bike Month Ride and Breakfast
Bike Month NYC needs YOU! Volunteer to park bikes at the Bicycle Film Festival, marshal or staff a rest stop at the Tour de Brooklyn, or simply drop off some Bike Month calendars in your neighborhood. For each opportunity, we'll provide you with instruction, training and materials. For a complete list of Bike Month NYC Volunteer opportunities, see http://www.transalt.org/calendar/bikemonth2005/volunteer.html . However you choose to help, email volunteer@transalt.org or call Annie at 212-629-8080 to get started or ask for more information Did you know? According to 2000 Census figures, New Yorkers have the longest average commute in the country, about 45 minutes. The average bicycle commute in New York City takes only 30 minutes. Commuting via car costs $6,000 to $12,000 per year; via public transportation about $1,000; by bike only $300. 113,000 New Yorkers ride bikes to commute or run errands every day; that's up from 75,000 daily riders just ten years ago. Request a copy of the Bike Month NYC Calendar For the full listing of events, see www.BikeMonthNYC.org, fill out a request form or check your local bike shop. See you at Bike Month NYC!
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