Bay Area Bargain: San Francisco weighs 'Free Bike' system for commuters
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Summary: San Francisco is considering a free bike share program similar to ones in other cities including the one in Tucson that was run by BICAS. Includes an interview with Kim Young of BICAS.
City Week: WHEEL SPIN
Summary: Mentions accomplishments and announces a BICAS fundraiser, slide show, and open house in Kim Young's BICAS warehouse, with musical performances by Max Waxi and Barely Bipedal.
BICAS sending 200 used bicycles to women in Mexico
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Summary: Describes donation of 200 bicycles by BICAS to a youth advocacy program in Obregon, Sonora, who in turn will distribute the bicycles to three women's organizations. Includes quotes by Kim Young, and describes the contributions of BICAS volunteer Neil G. Shaw.
All 80 bicycles disappear from free public use program
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Summary: Describes the demise of the Orange Bike Program due to theft and vandalism. As a next attempt, Kim Young of Bootstraps to Share describes an idea for a more organized "bicycle library" program, in which bicycles can be checked out at libraries, transit centers, and neighborhood centers. Mentions Bootstraps changing its operating name to BICAS, and the coordination of a refurbished bicycle sales program.
'People programs' that work are honored
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Summary: Describes various programs, including BICAS, that are recipients of Community Block Development Grants.
Best of Tucson: Best Bike Shop For Revolutionaries
Summary: BICAS awarded Best of Tucson STAFF PICK. Mentions donation by BICAS of 200 bicycles to a youth advocacy organization in Mexico.
