Outreach Bicycle: InfoMotion Scheduling

Would you like to reserve the bike cart for an outreach activity? Follow the steps below to reserve and use the cart!

Training:

1. Attend a training on safety and information about InfoMotion (Note: In consideration of liability concerns, this is mandatory for anyone who plans to ride the cart)

Request:

1. ​Develop the idea/purpose behind using InfoMotion
2. Craft brief messaging to promote your use of the cart (this messaging may appear as a News item on the Libraries' homepage and on social media)
3. Check the InfoMotion reservation calendar to be sure the time slot you want is available
4. Submit the InfoMotion request form at least 2 weeks in advance 
5. Receive confirmation and prepare to use the bike cart
6. Design signage with Andrew

Set-up:

1. Retrieve bike lock and InfoMotion keys from Megan
2. Pick up InfoMotion laptop kit (containing laptop and charger, wedge reader, and barcode scanner) from the Norlin Circulation Desk
3. If you want to circulate library materials, retrieve materials, have the materials desensitized by Circulation Desk staff, and load in InfoMotion's cabinet 
4. Ensure any additional materials you requested are in the cart or you have picked them up from Megan
5. Check the condition of the cart (contact Megan, x2-5136, if there are any issues)
6. Put on your helmet, maneuver InfoMotion outside, and ride away!

Return:

1. Return InfoMotion (either to the location where you picked it up or to a new, predetermined location)
2. Wipe inside of helmet, seat, and handlebars with a Lysol wipe
3. Lock all accessories (bell, umbrella, etc.) in cart's cabinet or storage unit
4. Apply the bike locks to the wheels (and permanent structure if applicable)
5. Remove event related signage from placards
6. Return InfoMotion laptop kit to Norlin Circulation Desk
7. Return uncirculated library materials to Circulation Desk, asking staff if they prefer that you drop materials in the box or leave them on the desk
8. Return bike lock and InfoMotion keys to Megan

Reporting:

1. Complete the InfoMotion Event Assessment Form
2. Submit pictures to Megan

Reserve InfoMotion

Assess InfoMotion

Event Planning Brainstorm Template

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