From DDP June 24 Press Release – Bike to Work Day participants will soon have another resource at their disposal. On Wednesday, June 24th, the Downtown Denver Business Improvement District (BID) will begin installation of 100 new bicycle “U” racks throughout the Central Business District and Lower Downtown.

While bike riding is not allowed on the 16th Street Mall, the number of “U” racks just adjacent to
the Mall will triple as a result of this new infrastructure investment. Other locations were selected
on the basis of proximity to bike routes, major bus and light rail stops and other heavily trafficked
areas.

“We strongly encourage bicyclists to utilize this mode of transportation throughout Downtown,”
said Tami Door, President & CEO of the Downtown Denver Partnership. “Our surveys show that
roughly 6% of the Downtown workforce consistently commutes by bicycle—and we are confident this number can expand with the right infrastructure investments.” The BID is investing $50,000 in bicycle parking and other amenities for bicyclists, and has started a matching funds program for Downtown property owners who wish to improve their property’s bicycle infrastructure. Downtown property owners are currently submitting proposals for matching funds, and properties located at 555 17th Street, 1625 and 1675 Broadway have already received funds as part of this program. Property owners can also purchase discounted bike racks through the BID by calling 303.534.6161.

The Downtown Denver Business Improvement District (BID) is a public organization funded by private
commercial property owners. It strives to provide a clean, safe and vibrant Downtown environment for
workers, residents and visitors. Through their annual assessments to this quasi-governmental entity, BID property owners fund a series of district-wide programs that enhance Downtown Denver, including
cleaning and maintenance efforts, safety initiatives and targeted visitor marketing. The BID is an
independent organization that contracts with the Downtown Denver Partnership to manage its work
program.

The Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc. is a non-profit business organization that creatively plans,
manages and develops Downtown Denver as the unique, diverse, vibrant and economically healthy urban core of the Rocky Mountain region. For more information, visit www.downtowndenver.com.