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~ i9 G _ i <br /> JUI 29, 2004 <br /> CO TACT: Cindy larke, Transportation Options Coordinator, 682-5285 <br /> FO IMMEDIATE ELEASE <br /> A L W CAR DIET: A GREAT WAY TO LOSE THE WEIGHT /WAIT <br /> People Po ered Fridays is just one great way to encourage non-motorized methods of transporting <br /> ~u ene residents nd commuters around. Biking and walking are great ways to receive a little exercise and <br /> ge to where you eed to go quickly! For instance, a 1.5 mile commute by bike will take less than 10 <br /> mi utes -about at it might take if you drive, considering traffic and finding parking. That same 1.5 mile <br /> corhimute might t ke 25-30 minutes by walking, but many consider walking quality "alone" time, a <br /> rejuvenating and r freshing way to commute. <br /> City of Eu ene Facilities Project Manager, Allan Stockler plans to use his kayak to assist him with <br /> I <br /> hi work commut Stockler says "Incorporating a little fresh air and fun into my work commute is a great <br /> w y to start my ay." in addition to the great prizes donated by local businesses such as clothing <br /> pal kages, a new icycle, bicycle accessories and bicycle trailer are just a few of the rewards that registered <br /> co muters could in, incentives include saving money normally spent on gas and maintenance and the <br /> kn wledge that re ucing vehicles on the road is good for our community. Reducing vehicles improves air <br /> q ality while redu ing congestion and improving traffic flow. <br /> People Po ered Fridays is an annual summer promotion that encourages non-motorized methods <br /> pf transportation educing impact on the transportation system and is for residents and commuters in the <br /> 1= gene area wh are interested in having fun during their commute while improving the livability of the <br /> is mmunity. All t at is requested of participants is a commitment to bike, walk, or use some other manual <br /> ~I ernative to drivi gone day each week during the summer months. <br /> Registrati ns for People Powered Fridays are still being accepted on the City of Eugene website <br /> ( .ci.eugene. r.us); at all three Eugene Public Library branches; at Sheldon, Amazon, and Echo Hollow <br /> <br /> 'p ols, and at ea h of the grand prize donors' retail locations: WheelWorks, Paul's Bicycle Way of Life, <br /> C~Ilins Cycle Sh p, and REI. <br /> Fbr more inform tion on People Powered Fridays, contact Cindy Clarke at 682-5285 or Diane Bishop at <br /> 6$2-5471. <br /> Publi Works • Administration • City of Eugene • 858 Pearl Street • Eugene, OR 97401 <br /> Phone: (541)682-5262 . FAX: (541) 682-6826 • www.ci.eugene.or.us <br /> <br />