Many organizations understand that it’s easier to get around a city on a bike than in a car and that accommodating people who bike is good for business. (Strangely enough, we tend to frequent those businesses.) Some even go the extra mile and install their own bike racks.
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NWS Honolulu a Bicycle Friendly Business
National Weather Service Honolulu and Central Pacific Hurricane Center being presented a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Business Award. From left, Bob Ballard, John Bravender, Chris Brenchley, Daniel Alexander (HBL), and Matt Foster. (May 18, 2017)
Earlier this month, National Weather Service Honolulu and Central Pacific Hurricane Center received a bronze-level Bicycle Friendly BusinessSM award from the League of American Bicyclists. We are the first BFB in Hawaii, and even received a special mention in the League’s national press release since they now have businesses in all 50 states. Hawaii Bicycling League presented the award at our office during Bike to Work Week.
The BFB designation is a great recognition of an office culture that encourages active commuting, but is it part of a larger plan? It actually ties into an idea that’s been percolating for a while concerning bicycles and emergency preparedness. Continue reading