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I/ I~~~ <br /> Public Works <br /> Administration <br /> City of Eugene <br /> 858 Pearl Street <br /> APRIL 24, 1996 Eugene, OR 97401 <br /> (503) 687-5262 <br /> CONTACT: Diane Bishop, Bicycle Coordinator, 687-5218 <br /> From Public Information Section, 687-5523 <br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br /> SIGN UP NOW FOR 1996 BUSINESS BICYCLE CHALLENGE <br /> Signups are now being accepted for the third annual Business Bicycle Challenge. The <br /> goal of the challenge is to get as many people as possible to bicycle to work on Thursday, June 6. <br /> The event is sponsored by the cities of Eugene and Springfield, the Lane Council of <br /> Governments, Lane Regional Air Pollution Authority, Lane Transit District, and KRVM-FM to <br /> promote bicycle commuting, which helps reduce traffic congestion, pollution, and parking <br /> problems. Last year, more than 1,000 employees at 60 area businesses, non-profit organizations, <br /> and public agencies participated in the event. <br /> Participating organizations in the 1996 Business Bicycle Challenge are eligible for prizes, <br /> including a chance to win the "perpetual plaque." Prizes are awarded based on the size and type <br /> of business and the level of participation. Other incentives include free maps, posters, brochures, <br /> videos, and speakers available to ensure a fun and safe commute on June 6. <br /> The deadline to register for this year's Business Bicycle Challenge is May 15. To sign <br /> <br /> up, or for more information, call the City of Eugene bicycle coordinator at 687-5218. <br /> <br />