All Discussions Tagged 'velodrome' - The Chainlink2024-03-28T12:43:59Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=velodrome&feed=yes&xn_auth=noMarcus musings and So Chgo 'Drome updatestag:thechainlink.org,2016-06-09:2211490:Topic:9936702016-06-09T21:51:56.161ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<div>I've been wanting to post for a while but have been busy at work and currently suffering from a lack of confidence with the public concerning this project... I guess everyone who heads volunteer nfp efforts experiences this at times.</div>
<div>If you have time to read the below passage- I hope it helps shed light on the situation or what we can do with it.</div>
<div>I'm happy to field any questions, suggestions or nay-sayers here or off-line.</div>
<div>Thank you,…</div>
<div>I've been wanting to post for a while but have been busy at work and currently suffering from a lack of confidence with the public concerning this project... I guess everyone who heads volunteer nfp efforts experiences this at times.</div>
<div>If you have time to read the below passage- I hope it helps shed light on the situation or what we can do with it.</div>
<div>I'm happy to field any questions, suggestions or nay-sayers here or off-line.</div>
<div>Thank you, -Marcus</div>
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<div>this message is also found here, please share: <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=504">Velodrome Updates for Immediate Distribution</a> <i>update: $975 raised so far today; $1275 more needed in the bank by 5pm tomorrow</i></div>
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<div><div>I love my adopted home: Chicago. I can’t say I like everything about this location and the world knows we have our local problems, but opportunities and teamwork found in the midwest are unique and various communities here often work together to realize a better future.</div>
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<div>Cyclists here have been enjoying expanding amenities- lots of bike lanes, the 606/Bloomingdale Trail, more press about bicycle use, a strong local advocacy group, lots of organized public rides… For the “sporting cyclist”- inner-city teams have been growing, there are more opportunities to race, the Ed Rudolph Velodrome in Northbrook is one of the best in the country, the Chi-Cross Cup is awesome on many levels, the Garden has gotten big and we have the Big Marsh MTB park opening soon.</div>
<div>These things aren’t easy to achieve and shouldn’t be taken for granted. We almost lost the Northbrook Velodrome 14 years ago when the costs/benefit of completely repaving it was on the table. The Cross Cup wouldn’t have been possible without local racers negotiating with the Park District; years before the Parks had closed down racing because of “parking in the grass”. The Garden would have been re-developed a few years ago if it weren’t for dirt riders and jumpers taking a stand. Big Marsh didn’t come out of nowhere either. Somewhat related- see what the Kenosha Velodrome is going through right now. </div>
<div>My point is that we’re always fighting a struggle to improve our situation here at home and that’s how it needs to be, to insure future local benefits for ourselves, our families, our friends and those millions of people we don’t know but who still matter for our society’s fabric.</div>
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<div>Politics is in the news a lot recently but let’s not fool ourselves- the government can't help with all of society’s problems and we do have a lot of power to make things happen in our city. Settling for the “safe bets” will only get us so far and we have in front of us the opportunity to make or break the velodrome in South Chicago.</div>
<div>Velodrome racing is a small sport with about 100 (my guess) active, licensed racers (beginner to the top) living inside the city of Chicago. One thing to keep in mind- trying to draw volunteers and funds from the pool of existing track racers is asking a lot, especially considering they’re already supporting one facility 35 miles from SCV.</div>
<div>If it’s a small sport, why should the public support it? And hasn’t the South Side already had a chance to embrace it (built in 2011) and they passed on it? We should be careful not to reinforce cyclical, self-fulfilling “backward movement”. An “odd”, small sport takes longer to establish in a new geographical place and there are no established best practices for “getting your community to embrace velodromes”. However- once the facility takes hold, it’s not unreasonable to imagine the racing community growing exponentially and with more demand- adding more facilities to the city and suburbs down the road.</div>
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<div>Some say that the velodrome isn’t working now because of aspects of it’s beginnings. That’s not a valid stance when considering a reasonable approach to humanity and time. Let me be clear- all of us can find faults when scrutinizing others, especially if it’s regarding things in the past and the other perspective isn’t represented fairly. We have the power to work toward the objectives we hold important for our city’s future and we shouldn’t expect anything less of ourselves.</div>
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<div>The initial reason this track was built was as a hold-over until a $45M multi-use facility could be backed and this was following Chicago’s failed bid for the 2016 Olympics (which would have brought a similar velodrome). The Chicago Velo Campus fundraising didn’t have the momentum to reach their goals and they pulled out late 2014. CVC’s objective wasn’t to run and maintain a small velodrome so it’s reasonable that they’re not involved anymore. Though the small velodrome was originally intended to be replaced- CVC’s absence meant the track was going to be removed and that’s when SCVA formed (now IRS 501c3) with the intention to save the track and make it publicly accessible. Getting the track here- no one risked more than Emanuele Bianchi (no relation to the bike co.) who made a lot of sacrifices and redirected much of his personal time to the velodrome’s needs. He gave Chicago a big gift with the velodrome’s presence; I can’t thank him enough. Others have brought temporary velodromes to the city (John Vandevelde most recently) but it’s been generations since we’ve had one (in the city) that’s made a big impact.</div>
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<div>This isn’t an opportunity that presents itself often. And with inner city velodromes currently being a “one or none” situation- the choice should be clear: the South Chicago Velodrome should be saved.</div>
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<div>This local effort is facing a “point of no return” before this week is over. Most of us agree that saving a public bicycle facility on Chicago’s South Side can benefit numerous communities in this great city. Having one less velodrome in the city isn’t something anyone is working toward but there’s one immediate hump that needs to be crossed in order to carry on after Friday June 10- we’re about $2250 short of the insurance installment (scheduled cancellation Saturday).</div>
<div>Assuming the insurance is covered by Friday night- surface repairs will commence next week and the track should be fully rideable in a few days. This is the final insurance payment before the land lease gets re-negotiated, during which we hope to secure a more reasonable insurance requirement. </div>
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<div>Some new people are getting involved in the effort, some overhead costs will hopefully be reduced soon and things are almost set to start riding. </div>
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<div>Please donate today, share news of this need and consider volunteering soon.</div>
<div>The fastest and most efficient way to donate is through QuickPay from Chase Bank- addressed to “<a href="mailto:fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com">fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com</a>”, followed by Paypal payments to “<a href="mailto:fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com">fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com</a>” (~3% overhead and 1-3 days) and at <a href="http://gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome">gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome</a> (~8% overhead and next day deposit). Checks and cash can be sent to South Chicago Velodrome Association, 1310 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago, IL 60610 and local pick ups can be arranged. Payments toward this insurance payment must be made by end of business day Friday June 10.</div>
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<div>Thanks for reading and contributing to the collective effort.</div>
<div>.<br/> There is more to expand upon with today’s post including my low involvement the last few months and SCVA’s need to have more people in leadership positions. For now- let’s do what we can to encourage positive change.</div>
<div>-Marcus<br/> reach me any time- 872-588-7282 (Luv-SCVA)</div>
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<div>80% of the surface repairs were competed last month:</div>
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<p>These Syrian refugees came to Germany and the cycling community helped them get back to their training by donating clothing and equipment and providing a place to train. Now, due to a change in rules by the International Olympic Committee, refugee athletes will be allowed to complete in the 2016 Olympics.</p>
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<p>Dieter Stein, the head coach for Berlin Cycling, "We want them to have the feeling they are welcome here. Sport brings people together."…</p>
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<p>These Syrian refugees came to Germany and the cycling community helped them get back to their training by donating clothing and equipment and providing a place to train. Now, due to a change in rules by the International Olympic Committee, refugee athletes will be allowed to complete in the 2016 Olympics.</p>
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<p>Dieter Stein, the head coach for Berlin Cycling, "We want them to have the feeling they are welcome here. Sport brings people together."</p>
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</p> SCVA Open House Chi visitor weekend & Open Call for Painters, etc.tag:thechainlink.org,2015-10-16:2211490:Topic:9497402015-10-16T03:59:26.676ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p>The velodrome in South Chicago has a new blog post covering this weekend's festivities, cook out, riding, etc. You're invited; bring some friends!</p>
<p>Also included is an open call for sign and mural painters, designers and helpers (as well as paint donations)- <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=386">SCVA’s Open House Chicago Visitor Weekend and Painting Help</a></p>
<p>* some signs will be painted this weekend; other signs and murals will be in coming weeks.</p>
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<p>The velodrome in South Chicago has a new blog post covering this weekend's festivities, cook out, riding, etc. You're invited; bring some friends!</p>
<p>Also included is an open call for sign and mural painters, designers and helpers (as well as paint donations)- <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=386">SCVA’s Open House Chicago Visitor Weekend and Painting Help</a></p>
<p>* some signs will be painted this weekend; other signs and murals will be in coming weeks.</p>
<p>Chainlink event pages can also be found here- <a href="http://www.thechainlink.org/events/open-house-chicago-visitor-weekend" target="_blank">Saturday</a> and <a href="http://www.thechainlink.org/events/scva-open-house-chicago-visitor-weekend" target="_blank">Sunday</a></p>
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<p><span>Please read and share this important announcement/call to action, <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=371" target="_blank">also on the web site.</a> We're behind with some bills and a few days from a critical deadline... We've raised $1770 the last three days with donations $10-1000; half way to our goal. If this insurance bill isn't paid by the cancellation date (was due Sept 17), we'll lose our land lease...…</span></p>
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<p><span>Please read and share this important announcement/call to action, <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=371" target="_blank">also on the web site.</a> We're behind with some bills and a few days from a critical deadline... We've raised $1770 the last three days with donations $10-1000; half way to our goal. If this insurance bill isn't paid by the cancellation date (was due Sept 17), we'll lose our land lease...</span></p>
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<p><span>We are currently at a crossroads for the future of the velodrome. While surface repairs are about 85% complete and “casual riding” is taking place, we must raise $3,500 between October 1st and 8th for our insurance policy payment. If our insurance is canceled, we will be required to vacate the premises and the track itself could be repossessed. We have made great progress in recent months, including the addition of new members to our board and the completion of our 501c3 application allowing new avenues of fundraising in the future, but we are still at a moment of crisis. </span><br/> <br/> <span>Here are the things we’re asking supporters to do this week:</span><br/> <br/> <span>- Donate: Friends, your friends, networks and small to medium gifts can fill this short-term need. Every $20-100+ helps these next few days. If you’ve already donated, can you consider anothother gift?</span><br/> <br/> <span>- Help spread the word: share the news and contact 5 friends to donate or sponsor. Personal appeals made face to face are the single strongest way to get new supporters. Remember, no amount is too small.</span><br/> <br/> <span>- Sponsors: Formal sponsor proposals will be ready later this month but we’re looking now for anyone who wants to get a head start. Reach out to your local businesses or places of work to see if they’re able to sponsor the track and add themselves to an effort to make a difference in the city.</span><br/> <br/> <span>Any and all contributions to support this effort can be made here: </span><a href="http://gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome">gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome</a><br/> <span>Chase Quickpay and </span><a href="http://paypal.com/">Paypal.com</a><span> funds can be sent to </span><a href="mailto:fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com">fundraising@chicagovelodrome.com</a><br/> <br/> <span>After Chicago almost lost its only inner-city velodrome in late 2014, the South Chicago Velodrome Association was formed and successfully negotiated a contract to purchase the track. About ⅓ of the balance has been paid, the land lease is signed and a solid insurance policy is in SCVA’s name. The SCVA is entirely managed and run through the commitment of its volunteers. We believe we have a rare opportunity to share and can help expand a unique part of the cycling community</span><br/> <br/> <span>For more information about the track itself:</span><br/> <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?page_id=20">chicagovelodrome.com/?page_id=20</a><br/> <a href="http://chicagotonight.wttw.com/2015/06/17/chicago-s-velodrome" target="_self">WTTW Channel 11 video and article</a><br/> <br/> <span>Sincerely,</span><br/> <span>Marcus Moore</span><br/> <span>President, South Chicago Velodrome Association</span><br/> <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/">ChicagoVelodrome.com</a><br/> <span>E </span><a href="mailto:marcus@chicagovelodrome.com">marcus@chicagovelodrome.com</a><br/> <span>P 872-588-7282 (Luv-SCVA)</span></p> South Chicago Velodrometag:thechainlink.org,2015-09-18:2211490:Topic:9444012015-09-18T13:35:04.153ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p>There are a few thechainlink threads about the south track and South Chicago Velodrome Association.... Not sure if we should consolidate them.</p>
<p>Anyway- a number of events are happening in the next few days: workday today, big Team Challenge tomorrow, Junior Mechanics finally and work Sunday and an important open meeting with mid-term elections next Tuesday <a href="http://www.thechainlink.org/events/event/search?q=scva" target="_blank">listed on TCL here</a>.</p>
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<p>There are a few thechainlink threads about the south track and South Chicago Velodrome Association.... Not sure if we should consolidate them.</p>
<p>Anyway- a number of events are happening in the next few days: workday today, big Team Challenge tomorrow, Junior Mechanics finally and work Sunday and an important open meeting with mid-term elections next Tuesday <a href="http://www.thechainlink.org/events/event/search?q=scva" target="_blank">listed on TCL here</a>.</p>
<p>Most news (and new Calendar Widget) is <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?page_id=20" target="_blank">on our site here</a>.</p>
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<p>Before you say it... Most users (and supporters) of the velodrome are not track racers, so that's no excuse ;)</p> So. Chgo. Velodrome Sept Open Meeting and Directors Electionstag:thechainlink.org,2015-08-31:2211490:Topic:9411332015-08-31T18:10:29.876ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/forms/vJRVqqyAfc"></a></p>
<div><a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com" target="_blank">South Chicago Velodrome Association</a> is having another public meeting in about 3 weeks and looking for input here (until 7pm): <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/vJRVqqyAfc" target="_self">Quick Question about Meeting Date</a> </div>
<div>We're currently taking nominations for Directors and we'll be voting at the meeting. Here is a basic description of Director duties: …</div>
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<div><a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com" target="_blank">South Chicago Velodrome Association</a> is having another public meeting in about 3 weeks and looking for input here (until 7pm): <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/vJRVqqyAfc" target="_self">Quick Question about Meeting Date</a> </div>
<div>We're currently taking nominations for Directors and we'll be voting at the meeting. Here is a basic description of Director duties: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1msIPNRLLtlMeUxq0lkDrHIb1JJZQo_GXSQlhgkWTc80/edit?usp=sharing" target="_self">Basic Directors' Doc.</a> </div>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/forms/vJRVqqyAfc"></a></p>
<div>Everyone's invited to take part at any level; please let us know if you have any questions or thoughts… </div>
<p><a href="http://goo.gl/forms/vJRVqqyAfc"></a></p>
<div>Thank you. -Marcus</div>
<div>info@chicagovelodrome.com 1-872-588-7282 (Luv-SCVA)</div> South Chicago Velodrome is Open! Work days Thurs and Fri; Bring your bike :)tag:thechainlink.org,2015-07-20:2211490:Topic:9314872015-07-20T04:20:19.477ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;">* Most recent updates at end of post; thread title has been edited to reflect "current situation"*</span></p>
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<p>Thanks to the community's support and the hard work of many people- the South Chicago Velodrome Association now has all of the paperwork in order (land lease, track lease and insurance) and has full access to the bike track on 87th street, a couple blocks West of the Lakefront Trail! The final pieces were submitted and accepted Friday…</p>
<p><span style="color: #ff0000;">* Most recent updates at end of post; thread title has been edited to reflect "current situation"*</span></p>
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<p>Thanks to the community's support and the hard work of many people- the South Chicago Velodrome Association now has all of the paperwork in order (land lease, track lease and insurance) and has full access to the bike track on 87th street, a couple blocks West of the Lakefront Trail! The final pieces were submitted and accepted Friday afternoon.</p>
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<p>The first official work day was Saturday and our next *big* one is this coming Saturday (w/ bbq!).. Some details and a link to the day's work schedule/sign up is here: <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/?p=145" target="_blank">Track workday and BBQ social</a></p>
<p>We'll also have workdays during this week but haven't solidified times yet- contact me <a href="http://yojimbo.chicago@gmail.com" target="_blank">yojimbo.chicago@gmail.com</a> 872-588-7282 [Luv-SCVA] or Tim <a href="mailto:t.d.alexander@gmail.com">t.d.alexander@gmail.com</a> to work before Sat.</p>
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<p>Depending on volunteer turn-out, we can have repairs complete in 2-6 days, then we can have riding... I'd like to get some <strong>fat bikes</strong> down there to ride around before repairs are complete, but we'd have to get the "ok" from our head track expert (Carl).</p>
<p>*Speaking of experts- are there any engineers or architects that want to come down and check out the structure first hand? It's pretty simple really but an interesting <span>hyperbolic paraboloid</span>...</p>
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<p>** High School racing league (all abilities, includes certified coach) starts Wednesday: <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/zAarAQ9V3B" target="_blank">high school racing league</a></p>
<p>** Looking for instructors for a youth fix-a-bike program starting (softly) this Tuesday: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bQKYFKdSa5svFdnQrp0ZVK7Nhhg_4qMrOcWYr0GOL64/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">help wanted ad.</a></p>
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<p>Thanks for checking this update and considering signing up :)</p> South Chicago Velodrome Updates & Call to Actiontag:thechainlink.org,2015-04-24:2211490:Topic:9070452015-04-24T16:43:56.454ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p>Updates from the little track on Chicago's South side! (sorry for my lack of announcements here)</p>
<p>Everyone's got a question or two about the track, what's been happening over the Winter, etc... Everyone's welcome to call 1-872-Luv-SCVA [588-7282] anytime for any South Chicago Velodrome Association-related questions... But back to the updates. Here's the "schedule" we're trying to adhere to:</p>
<p>- Currently in final days of pledge/fund-drive *see below</p>
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<p>Updates from the little track on Chicago's South side! (sorry for my lack of announcements here)</p>
<p>Everyone's got a question or two about the track, what's been happening over the Winter, etc... Everyone's welcome to call 1-872-Luv-SCVA [588-7282] anytime for any South Chicago Velodrome Association-related questions... But back to the updates. Here's the "schedule" we're trying to adhere to:</p>
<p>- Currently in final days of pledge/fund-drive *see below</p>
<p>- Next Tues/Wed (28-9 Apr) <span>we'll be signing the lease papers for the velodrome. </span>We've raised $40K of the 150 goal so far and using current funds will secure leases for the track structure and the land, as well as the insurance contract needed to start operations. * Medium-term plans include SCVA owning land.</p>
<p>- Once the paperwork's in order we'll order materials for annual repairs. Those should take a couple weeks to arrive and about a week (100-200 hours) to implement. In that time, we'll also be preparing the grounds and getting programming squared away.</p>
<p>- We should be able to have the track rideable by last week of May. Racing can resume a few short weeks after and we might be able to run a "full" 3-month racing calendar.</p>
<p>* We're focusing on pledges, to build leverage for the track contract negotiation, and can be for reserving track passes, business advertising or for charitable reasons. Pledges require no cash up front. There's also a "commission", bringing credit to the referrer's account- <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/WCPke2lfJO" target="_blank">http://goo.gl/forms/WCPke2lfJO</a></p>
<p>* If you own/manage a local business- let's talk about how SCVA can benefit <em>your</em> business.</p>
<p>Donations can be done here: <a href="http://www.gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome">http://www.gofundme.com/SoChgoVelodrome</a> or here <a href="http://southchicagovelodromeassociation.bigcartel.com/product/donation">http://southchicagovelodromeassociation.bigcartel.com/…/don…</a></p>
<p>** Here's a general contact form- Volunteers, business and event contacts and just about everyone else... But especially people wanting to volunteer (need lots real soon) or help in any capacity- <a href="http://goo.gl/forms/LSzvVVv4Rw" target="_blank">http://goo.gl/forms/LSzvVVv4Rw</a></p>
<p>Other information... We're currently working on making the website chicagovelodrome.com more usably-informative. Brett wrote a nice story here: <a href="http://www.thechainlink.org/page/worthy-cause-south-chicago-velodrome-association" target="_blank">http://www.thechainlink.org/page/worthy-cause-south-chicago-velodrome-association</a> the most recent written piece (that I'm aware of) is here: <a href="https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20150417/south-chicago/cyclists-racing-raise-150000-save-south-chicago-velodrome" target="_blank">https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20150417/south-chicago/cyclists-racing-raise-150000-save-south-chicago-velodrome</a></p>
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<p>Don't forget the direct line; everyone's invited to call 1-872-Luv-SCVA [588-7282]<br/> Thank You!</p> New, Little Velodrome on Chicago's South Sidetag:thechainlink.org,2014-12-03:2211490:Topic:8739232014-12-03T07:59:54.517ZMarcus Moorehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarcusMoore
<p><span>Well, everything but the track structure is going to be new... That is- if we can save it.</span></p>
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<p><span>Have you heard of, or been to, Chicago Velo Campus? Well, that corp. lost it's lease and a bunch of us locals are working to keep the track here.</span></p>
<p><span>We're looking to run a transparent organization and actively seek feedback from cyclists and other users and neighbors.</span></p>
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<p><span>We've started a forum here: …</span></p>
<p><span>Well, everything but the track structure is going to be new... That is- if we can save it.</span></p>
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<p><span>Have you heard of, or been to, Chicago Velo Campus? Well, that corp. lost it's lease and a bunch of us locals are working to keep the track here.</span></p>
<p><span>We're looking to run a transparent organization and actively seek feedback from cyclists and other users and neighbors.</span></p>
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<p><span>We've started a forum here: <a href="http://chicagovelodrome.com/forum/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://chicagovelodrome.com/forum/</a> Please visit for news, discussion, updates or to contribute your own voice. I look forward to your visit!</span></p>
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<p><span>Also- I kind of walked into this role, as a coordinator, out of necessity. I want to do my best- so if you have any positive/negative feedback for me- about the way I'm doing things, or anything with the organization- please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly.</span></p>
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<p>We're looking for all sorts of volunteers too, starting as early as tomorrow :) We're fostering a friendly, constructive environment for the coming seasons...</p>
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<p><span>Thanks for your time, attention and thoughts!</span></p>
<p>We can do this! (but it's not guaranteed)</p> There's only one indoor velodrome in the country – do you know where it is?tag:thechainlink.org,2011-12-15:2211490:Topic:4937082011-12-15T21:04:17.915ZChicago Velo Campushttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ChicagoVeloCampus
<p>Has anyone been to an indoor velodrome before? There's only one indoor velodrome in the country and we are hoping to turn Chicago Velo Campus into the second!<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96782689?profile=original"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96782689?profile=original" width="400"/></a></p>
<p>Has anyone been to an indoor velodrome before? There's only one indoor velodrome in the country and we are hoping to turn Chicago Velo Campus into the second!<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96782689?profile=original"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96782689?profile=original" width="400"/></a></p>