Denver Bike Sharing is a Colorado charitable, non-profit corporation that has been organized and will be operated to promote health, quality of life and preservation of the environment in Denver. Denver Bike Sharing is a 501(c)3 By building and operating a comprehensive, city-wide bike sharing system, Denver Bike Sharing is offering residents and visitors an alternative form of public transportation, which is both environmentally-friendly and affordable. It will complement and be integrated into the City’s overall transportation system. Denver Bike Sharing has been formed at the behest of the Mayor of Denver, and its activities and programs will support the goals of the City's Strategic Transportation Plan and Climate Action Plan. Denver Bike Sharing will be governed by a Board of Directors comprised of business and civic leaders, including two Mayoral appointees to insure a close relationship with the City of Denver.