Bicycle Friendly Business

Foth IE - Kansas City | Bronze Level

Business Highlights: Foth IE, Kansas City recognized Bike Month by arranging social rides, distributing bicycling information and participating in a Green Commute challenge. Commuters feel more confident about their bikes by the availability of maintenance tools at the office and a designated bike maintenance person to help with any necessary repairs. An employee, who is also a professional cyclist, works with new cyclists to help them procure equipment and training and provides tips on local bicycle shops and routes. He also teaches safe riding skills, maintenance and driver safety classes The Indian Creek Trail provides direct bicycle access to the office from the Kansas City Metropolitan areas. Foth contributes to bicycling in the community by supporting bicycle counts on an annual basis, participating in bicycle advocacy groups such as Mid America Regional Council, and staff participation in local amateur and professional bicycle races and events to foster bicycle interests. Furthermore, their corporate emphasis on infrastructure, roads, and the environment creates a culture of environmental stewardship and increases their use of alternative transportation. Bicycling has benefited employees in a number of ways, including improved employee health, weight loss and improved endurance, reduced cholesterol levels, reduced stress and boosting morale. For a company of 6 employees, they have shown an incredible dedication towards promoting bicycling in the local area through both volunteer and professional associations and activities.