May 22, 2014

Nern Ostendorf, director of Queen City Bike, and Larry Bloomfield, safety and risk specialist and TriHealth's volunteer bicycle commuter coordinator

Bethesda Oak has been designated a Silver Certified Bicycle Friendly Destination and Good Samaritan has retained its silver status from Queen City Bike, a local advocacy group for safe and healthy cycling in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

A Bike Friendly Destination certification recognizes schools, businesses and organizations for supporting those who ride a bicycle to their locations by providing secure bicycle racks and showers, as well as implementing policies and programs that encourage a culture of bicycle commuting.

Queen City Bike first established the certifications - which include bronze, silver, gold and diamond (new this year) - in 2011.

The designations for 2014-15 were announced as part of National Bicycle Month in May. TriHealth was recognized at a May 22 ceremony at Cincinnati City Hall.

To find out whether your location is eligible for a Bike Friendly Designation certification, contact Larry Bloomfield at 513 862 2698 or Larry_Bloomfield@TriHealth.com.