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CREATING A BICYCLE FRIENDLY BUSINESS
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THE LEAGUE’S MISSIONThe League promotes
bicycling for fun, fitness, and
transportation through advocacy and
education to build a bicycle-friendly
America. PHOTO: ALLAN CRAWFORD
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WHAT IS THE BFB PROGRAM?
A program that recognizes businesses for efforts to encourage a more bicycle friendly atmosphere for employees, guests, and communities.
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ELIGIBLE BUSINESSES
ANY» Business» Corporation» Organization» Association» Non-profit Group» Government AgencyTHAT» Has two or more employees» Has single or multiple locations in the U.S.
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BENEFITS FOR THE BUSINESS
»Improved health»Lower health care costs»Decreased absenteeism»Increased productivity»Reduced parking costs»Improved morale and
happiness
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BENEFITS FOR THE EMPLOYEE
»More energy throughout the day »Improved health and happiness»Lower travel costs»Increased travel options»Reduced parking costs
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BENEFITS FOR THE COMMUNITY
» Better quality of life
» Less traffic congestion
» Improved air quality
» Improved economy
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APPLICATION CRITERIA
»Online application www.bikeleague.org/business
55 questions divided into the Four E’s»Encouragement»Engineering»Education»Evaluation & Planning
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ENGINEERING
»Showers and lockers
»Secure bike parking
»Pump, repair kits
»Accessible by bike
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ENCOURAGEMENT
» Celebration of Bike to Work Day
» Incentives to ride» Bike Commuter Tax Benefit» Support of local cycling
events» Sponsor a local team or
club» Business bike club or rider
group» Participation in a
Commuter Challenge
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EDUCATION
» Commuter classes
» Maintenance classes
» How to share the road in your vehicle safety guidelines
» Distribution of bike safety information
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EVALUATION AND PLANNING
» Distribution of transportation survey» Annual goals of ridership» Recurring bike counts» Collection of commuter data
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APPLICATION REVIEW»Applications are reviewed twice a year;
deadline in January and June »Applications are reviewed by staff, external
reviewers, and employees»Feedback from local cyclists and advocates
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BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM
» Recognition» Promotion» Inspiration» Feedback
Apply online at bikeleague.org/business
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