Leahy Launches Santa Cruz Initiatives
Taylor Leahy has implemented a unique bike exchange program and waste cleanup initiative in Santa Cruz, inspired by a successful program in Curitiba, Brazil.
Where it stands: Taylor Leahy launches bike exchange and waste cleanup in Santa Cruz.→ clip (0:47, City Cast Portland, Jul 26)
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Taylor Leahy launches bike exchange and waste cleanup in Santa Cruz
NotableTaylor Leahy has introduced two new initiatives in Santa Cruz: a bike exchange program and a waste cleanup effort. These programs are inspired by a successful model from Curitiba, Brazil, and aim to redistribute unused bicycles and incentivize community participation in waste cleanup through a reward system. The initiatives have engaged local schools, bike collectives, and volunteers, offering downtown currency as a reward for cleanup efforts.
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“Taylor Leahy has been trying something unusual in Santa Cruz, California. Inspired by a waste exchange program in Curitiba, Brazil. Leahy has launched a bike exchange program and a waste cleanup effort that are a little bit different than the usual urban philanthropy.”
Describes the launch of the bike exchange and waste cleanup initiatives by Taylor Leahy.
“I set an exchange rate, which was $20 of value downtown to two hours of work where you would not just collect litter, but you would also document it.”
Details the reward system for the waste cleanup initiative.
“I just decided to work off what was already existing in the community and have it also tied to a basic need, which is transportation.”
Explains the community engagement aspect of the bike exchange program.
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