Southwest Georgia Cycling Events and Advocacy
ABOUT
Vision:
Safe, fun and accessible cycling for all!
Mission:
To promote cycling in Sumter County and neighboring communities for recreation, transportation, environmental sustainability, and tourism.
We do this by:
1. Advocating
2. Planning Events
3. Promoting bicycle tourism
4. Leading group rides
5. Educating
Officers
Ryan Iafigliola
President
Ryan founded a cross country bike ride event and has a long history of promoting cycling in our area..
Donald Chase
Vice President
Perhaps better known for his farm's delicious corn, Donald loves riding bikes and helping others do the same.
Charlene Pennymon
Treasurer
A Vice President of Citizens' Bank of Americus, Charlene runs marathons nonstop and even helps out us bike-lovers.
Sue Hite
Secretary
After a career in the Navy, Sue returned to this area where she bikes passionately.
Bicycle Advocacy in Sumter County
We are Sumter County's advocates for safe and accessible cycling, and we have done this in numerous ways, including:
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Assistance with the Connecting Americus report detailing an on-street network of roads that can easily be painted to create a safer, more accessible community
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A Complete Streets resolution passed from the Americus City Council
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Bicycle safety programs with area schools
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Annual Ride with the Mayor
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Downtown Americus bicycle racks
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Promoting Americus' first bicycle route and lanes, connecting from GSW to Downtown to Boone Park
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Bicycle and helmet give-aways at Christmas and other times
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Advocating for a future multi-use trail to foster a beautiful community that appeals to local residents, tourists, and potential employers/employees alike.
