GetAbout Columbia and PedNet Coalition have teamed up this month to promote September as “Way To Go To Work Month.”  The hope is to increase bicycle awareness, usage and good bicycling etiquette throughout Columbia by providing courses such as “Bike Skills 101” and “Confident City Cycling.”
    Another program implemented in the past few months is GetAbout’s Errand Bikes Program.  This program allows businesses in The District to borrow bikes from GetAbout for any need - making deliveries, biking to work, or simply advertising. 
    PedNet’s Program Coordinator Janet Goden said that in particular the restaurant Main Squeeze has made this story a success by purchasing its own bike after completing the 30-day trial.  The Errand Bikes Program is available to any business owner trying to “green” their operation, reduce traffic around their businesses, or simply trying to promote a healthier lifestyle for their employees and customers.

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