Call to Action
On Thursday, February 2, we expect the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to vote on the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act, a bill that would eliminate the two largest programs that fund biking and walking infrastructure — Transportation Enhancements and Safe Routes to School. Without those programs, communities all over the country will lose resources to build the sidewalks, crosswalks, and bikeways that make biking and walking safe and accessible.
The committee will also vote Thursday on an amendment to preserve that funding. Call now and ask your representative to talk to colleagues on the Transportation Committee to ask them to vote "Yes" on any amendment to restore funding for bicycling and walking during next week’s markup.
- IL-17 - Rep. Bobby Schilling - 202-225-5905
- IL-18 - Rep. Aaron Schock - 202-225-6201
- IL-19 - Rep. John Shimkus - 202-225-5271
more information here:
Upcoming Events
- Board Meeting - February 1st
- Superbowl Party - February 5th
- February Socializer - February 8th
And rides almost every day, weather permitting.
Come ride with us!
The Springfield Bicycle Club (SBC) sponsors rides virtually every day of the
year. We have rides to accommodate cyclists of all abilities and
skill levels. Our ride schedule includes a wide variety of
destinations, distances and pace to accommodate cyclists of different abilities,
skill levels and interests.
If you haven't ridden with us you can read about our rides and find out what to expect. Guests are always welcome at club rides -- we look forward to riding with you.
There are two basic types of memberships - individual and family, but those wanting to make an extra monetary contribution may join at the Contributing, Sustaining, or Patron levels and may designate how the additional funds are to be used: advocacy activities or general expenses. Businesses may join with a corporate membership.
Membership information is here.
