FREE Bicycle Friendly Business Workshop by League of American Bicyclsts

Bike Maryland will hold a Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) Workshop at the Central Branch, Howard County Public Library on July 17 from 1pm to 3pm. This free event was made possible through a grant and is designed to help businesses encourage and support their employees to commute to work by bicycle.  Each year theLeague of American Bicyclists awards businesses across the country that have made significant strides in becoming  a more bicycle friendly place to work. This high distinction can help employers set themselves apart by demonstrating their commitment to workplace wellness. Data shows that increased workplace wellness can benefit employers by:

- Reducing healthcare costs by 20 to 55 percent

- Reducing short-term sick leave by six to 32 percent

- Increasing productivity by two to 52 percent

(http://wellnessproposals.com/guide-to-worksite-wellness-programs/benefit...)

The BFB Workshop will give businesses in the Howard County area the tools they need to improve workplace wellness by providing a conducive environment for bicycle commuting. Please direct any questions to Bike Maryland's Bicycle Friendly Maryland Program Coordinator, Anna Kelso (anna@bikemd.org).