City property maintenance inspectors find that they are better able to view property code violations on bikes rather than in cars, saving tax dollars on gas and reducing emmissions.
City of Aurora Property Maintenance Inspector Allen LaFan was looking for ways to get in shape when the idea dawned on him to use a bike for inspections rather than a car. He thought it would also save the city gas and car expenses, and help reduce fuel emissions. City officials agreed, and purchased a bike and related equipment on a trial basis in April. LaFan found that he was more effective locating violations and more approachable to residents. Other Inspectors grew intersted in the pilot program, and now there are ten inspectors using bikes including downtown parking meter enforcement personnel. Mayor Tom Weisner stated "I think employees will have much better contact with residents in the neighborhoods. They will be much more connected and able to do the job."
Thanks to Jan Mangers
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