An Email from BikeHouston

Amidst the planning of our project for class, I emailed BikeHouston.org - their chairman responded to me today:

From: Darren
Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2011 11:10
To: Garza, Rocio
Subject: FW: Bike Share Houston?

Rocio, I would be happy to talk with you about BikeHouston. Feel free to give me a call at your convenience.

Thanks,

Darren

Chairman, BikeHouston

Although the semester is over, I am preparing to get in touch with them. Anyone have any thoughts?

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On a related note, BikeHouston.org is continuing to raise money to "support cycling advocacy and improv[e] cyclist infrastructure and awareness in Houston."

For more information and to make your $5 donation via PayPal, visit their homepage: http://bikehouston.org/

180-min Bike Ride Fundraiser for MS

Larry Kolvoord/AJERICAN-STATESMAN

Another reason why bicycling is smart? It is a great method for raising money!

This past week, BP hosted the "MS 150 fundraiser" for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. About 13,000 cyclists started the 180-mile trip from Houston to Austin. Last year, the event raised over $16 million.

Read and see more photos here.