Board Minutes September 2018: Difference between revisions
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=== Canada Bikes National Demonstration project - Molly (5 min) === | === Canada Bikes National Demonstration project - Molly (5 min) === | ||
*"Build it, they will come: Increase Cycling, Decrease Emissions". | *"Build it, they will come: Increase Cycling, Decrease Emissions". | ||
* We just received confirmation that we have the funding and will start this project shortly. The purpose of the project is to | * We just received confirmation that we have the funding and will start this project shortly. The purpose of the project is to incentivize Edmontonians to choose to ride their bikes for trips they otherwise would have driven their car for. | ||
* Project that Paths for People developed in conjunction with a national program to measure number of km cycled, instead of taking a car | |||
* Many other cities have started this project, and we're a little behind. | |||
* Want to get 250 participants on board, seeks help in pushing this out | |||
* Good opportunity to expand borders, engage with other communities | |||
* As participants bike more than they drive, there are incentives to reward them | |||
===Intern Project Proposal - Nancy (10 mins) === | ===Intern Project Proposal - Nancy (10 mins) === | ||