Bike
 Safety Institute
 

Ride

 Smart

Ride

Safe

Raymond Hess, AICP  LCI #1848

Contact Information

            401 N. Morton St. Suite 160
            PO Box 100
            Bloomington, IN 47402
            PH:  (812)349-3530
            FX:  (812)349-3535
            Email: Raymond Hess

Education/Certifications

• BA in Environmental Policy from the University of Florida (1999)
• Certified Planner by the American Institute of Certified Planners (2005)
• League Certified Instructor by the League of American Bicyclists (2007)
• MPA in Public Management from Indiana University (2008)

Professional Experience

• Urban Environmental Management Volunteer (1999-2001)
  Peace Corps Côte d’Ivoire (Africa)
• Redevelopment Coordinator (2002-2005)
  City of Brooksville Community Development Department (FL)
• Transportation Planner (2005-Present)
  City of Bloomington Planning Department (IN)

Cycling Philosophy

I always enjoyed riding a bike as a child and often rode for the purpose of
transportation and enjoyment.  My love of cycling was heightened when the
Peace Corps issued me a Trek mountain bike for my service in Côte d’Ivoire,
West Africa.  I now regularly commute to and from work and school on my
hybrid trail bike.

I believe cycling can provide one of the most enjoyable forms of transportation and
exercise when done safely.  As suggested by the League of American Bicyclists,
cyclists fare best when they are courteous, alert, visible, assertive, and predictable.
A person can only ever be responsible for their own behavior so it is imperative to
try and bring out the best in others by setting a positive example.

I am willing to work with men, women, and children of any age or riding ability.
I am very flexible in meeting each individual’s needs.

Hobbies/Sports/Interest

• Soccer, Basketball, tennis, racquetball
• Travel, especially international
• Cooking and enjoying good food

Upcoming Cycling Courses: