OUR Mission
Bike Santa Cruz County promotes bicycling through advocacy, education and community building.
Our VISION
Bicycling in Santa Cruz County is a safe, respected, convenient, and enjoyable form of transportation and recreation for people of all ages and abilities. Santa Cruz's comprehensive bike network provides access to all natural and urban destinations within the County, as well as connections to other regional and national transportation systems. Bicycling is a key contributor to an active community, a strong economy, and a well-protected natural environment. At Bike Santa Cruz County we continue this work to transform our streets into vibrant public spaces that accommodate all users.
Contact US:
EMAIL MAIL
director@bikesantacruzcounty.org Bike Santa Cruz County
PO Box 5485
Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Board of directors
Amelia conlen:
Amelia is a senior transportation planner with the Transportation Agency for Monterey County, where she works to improve biking, walking, and public transit. She is the former Executive Director of Bike Santa Cruz County, where she led campaigns for the county's first green lane treatments, initiated a name change and rebranding, and helped to grow the organization's budget and programs. Amelia has a Bachelor's degree in Community, Environment and Planning from the University of Washington, and studied bike planning in Portland, Oregon and Groningen, Netherlands. In her free time, Amelia enjoys reading, cooking, and riding mountain and road bikes all over Santa Cruz County.
Eric Guerrieri
Eric Guerrieri is the Program Coordinator for the CITRIS Aviation research intiative at University of California, where he primarily assists faculty with the submission of large engineering research grants. He served as Bike Santa Cruz County’s Events & Membership Director from 2018-2021. In his spare time he can be found playing and listening to music, binging mystery movies, riding his Santa Cruz 5010, or at the beach with his Husky/Bulldog-mix Daisy.
stephen svete:
Steve joined the board in 2023. He is a professional urban planner, and co-founded the consultancy Rincon Consultants in 1994. He is a longtime member of the American Institute of Certified Planners and is certified by the US Green Building Council as a LEED Neighborhood Development Accredited Professional. Also passionate about land conservation, Steve co-founded The Ventura Land Trust in 2003. Now retired, he remains an avid urban and recreational cyclist committed to working toward a balanced transportation infrastructure and ecosystem in Santa Cruz County. He lives with his wife Mindy, with whom he indulges a four-year old grandson with outdoor adventures.
Emily Burton:
Emily joined the Board in 2023 and is currently the Treasurer. She works in the City of Santa Cruz's Finance Department, but she started her professional career as a high school history teacher and K-12 public school site administrator. Her primary mode of transportation is cycling and she has a budding interest in mountain biking. She loves a good bike party / group ride. She enjoys hiking, biking, and generally exploring all of the beauty Santa Cruz County has to offer with her dachshund/terrier/chihuahua-mix, Betty.
Jon Silver:
Jon is a filmmaker and photographer, and director-founder of Migrant Media Productions. He was also the Video Director at New Teacher Center producing a wide range of programs for teacher development, both nationally and locally–focused in the Pajaro Valley. His prior board experience was as a member and chair of Community Television of Santa Cruz County. Jon is an avid road cyclist and enjoys meeting diverse people in beautiful places during self-supported bike touring. Jon joined the Board because of his love for cycling and the need to improve safety on the road. He believes cycling is one of the best activities for both physical and mental health, as well as helping to combat climate change.
Mikey Cohen:
Mikey was a key leader at Netflix, building and managing their streaming platform and core systems during his nearly 15 year tenure. After Netflix he founded and ran a national non-profit institute to understand the spread of polarization and hate online. When he’s not on his bike finding creative routes around town in his signature bright “safety” tie dye shirt, you might find Mikey playing banjo, in the forest foraging for mushrooms, or enjoying time with his wife and three kids.
Steve Jonsson:
Steve has lived in Santa Cruz since 1965. He is a cycling industry veteran of over 30 years, as both a bike shop retailer, and currently as a sales rep covering the Bay Area/NorCal. In February 2024, Steve was appointed as an Alternate to the Bicycle Advisory Committee representing County of Santa Cruz District 4. The committee is part of the broader Regional Transportation Commission’s Interagency Technical Advisory Committee system. Steve believes in the power of pedals and wheels changing lives. Steve joined the board in 2023 to help promote and advocate for "More Butts on Bikes" in Santa Cruz County. He lives in Watsonville with his wife Eileen Shea who teaches in the Pajaro Valley School District. He loves riding in the South County, exploring the levees on his gravel bike, or cruising around town on his E-Cargo. "Our cycling community is lucky to be able to ride in one of the most beautiful places in the world. We need to find ways to do better."
Andrea Kopp
Andrea discovered cycling for transportation in Chicago in his early teens, and got involved in advocacy early. Having developed technical skills volunteering at bike co-ops, he then got involved in retail bike sales and explored all kinds of cycling, from road to mountain with a particular love for gravel and bikepacking. Car-free and father of twins, Andrea now sells e-Bikes to make bicycle transportation an option for everyone - and support Bike Santa Cruz County to advocate for better infrastructure for all riders.
EMERITUS DIRECTORs
Steve Lustgarden:
Steve joined the BSCC board in 2000 as the Board Treasurer for over 22 years. He became BSCC's first Emeritus Director in January 2024, and continues to provide his expertise and advice to the organization. Steve retired from CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers) in 2014, where he was the Assistant Director. Steve enjoys hiking, gardening, cycling, traveling and volunteering for BSCC and other important local causes.
Connie Wilson:
Connie Wilson was an early supporter of People Power - the predecessor organization of Bike Santa Cruz County. She served on the board of both institutions for over 20 years, from 1991 to 2021. Well known in the community, Connie is a lifelong bike commuter. She has participated in six Climate Ride events for BSCC, including the 2024 Green Fondo. She remains an active member of our Advocacy team.