Buffalo CarShare Attracts Funding for a Late-Spring 2009 Launch

With guidance provided by successful peers within the car sharing industry, such as the recently launched Ithaca CarShare, BCS has attracted interest from two state agencies. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) have recognized Buffalo CarShare as a candidate for the Sustainable Transportation Systems program and are looking to fund the project in the near future. Buffalo CarShare is currently sustained as an affiliate of the Wellness Institute of Greater Buffalo & WNY.  As Buffalo CarShare begins marketing, it hopes to confirm the votes of support from the community, public officials, and of course NYSERDA and the NYSDOT.

Buffalo CarShare continues to move forward towards their late-spring 2009 launch. The startup is expected to host a pre-launch celebration in early spring to kick off its general membership drive. In the meantime, those interested in becoming “Pioneer Members” can visit www.BuffaloCarShare.org. These “pioneers” will help accelerate the launch of BCS and can enjoy added benefits. E-mail inquiries can be sent to BuffaloCarShare@gmail.com.

New office opening in February!

Buffalo CarShare's new office will be opening in February at 14 Allen St. in Buffalo (see above)!  14 Allen St. is right near the corner of Main St. and Allen St., right across from the Allen/Medical subway station.  Our new location will give us greater visibility and allow us to operate in the middle of our target launch area.  Make sure to stop by!

Welcome to the new Buffalo CarShare blog!

Welcome to Buffalo CarShare's (BCS) new blogspot! This blog is meant to provide residents of the City of Buffalo with constant updates on BCS's progress as we move towards a Summer 2009 launch. You can also visit this blog by visiting our main website or our Facebook page.

Feel free to comment on anything you see posted and don't be afraid to ask questions or leave suggestions. Buffalo CarShare's mission is to provide a more accessible and environmentally-friendly city for everyone and we can not accomplish this without your help!