Petition: Stolen bikes to those in need

Hey all,

So a number of members of the media/new media responded to my challenge. I haven’t had a chance to mine through all the Google Alerts in my inbox. But certainly my hits have gone up considerably – so thank you to all that have written anything on this idea. Special thanks to Raymi for being my top traffic source.

For those of us just joining us – we are trying to keep the 2500 (or so) bicycles that Toronto Police recovered from Igor Kenk off the auction block … and straight to the folks that need them most. Hopefully to those that can’t afford a bike (even at auction) and who would benefit from having a bicycle to ride to work or school.

My friend K. Sawyer Paul of Soundloading came up with a great idea for a Petition when we met briefly Monday and shot the following PSA.

So please take a second to watch the short PSA and sign the Petition. If you could spread the word that would be great.

In an effort to make things as easy as possible I’ve drafted a quick message that you can cut, paste and e-mail to your friends and cyclist allies.

Dear [friend],

I thought you might be interested in this.
http://chadnuttall.com/2008/08/petition-stolen-bikes-to-those-in-need.html

This dude Chad is trying to get the bikes that Toronto Police recovered from Igor Kenk to those in need. Many people can’t afford to buy a bike – but would benefit from owning one to get to work or school. It would be great if you could swing by http://www.chadnuttall.com and view his short video PSA and sign the petition.

Petition link: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/667303138

Thanks!

[your name]

Thanks again for reading – and thanks for the supportive e-mails. Please sign the petition.

[Click here to sign the petition]

C