Staff & Board

Meet the Team

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    Chloé Lauer

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Chloé Lauer is a visionary urban planner and award-winning mobility advocate dedicated to making cities more beautiful, accessible, and vibrant for everyone. At the Coalition, she leads efforts to promote safe, sustainable, and equitable active transportation.

    With a degree in urban planning from Harvard, Chloé started her career in San Francisco, leading strategic planning efforts for colleges and universities. A Women of Impact in Activism Award and two-time Create the Future Award recipient, she speaks at conferences and design schools and served as a juror for the SDAF Orchids & Onions and Circulate’s Momentum Awards.

    Chloé has lived and traveled extensively without a car, shaping her deep understanding of urban mobility. Now based in San Diego, she enjoys riding the J Street cycle track and the Pershing Bikeway.

    chloe@sdbikecoalition.org

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    Kevin Baross

    EDUCATION MANAGER

    Mr. Kevin was born with a bike helmet on his head and hasn’t taken it off since. Originating from San Diego and an LCI since 2005, Kevin knows the local bicycling community like he knows his own family. He rode across the United States in 2007 (left to right) with his father and brother, and loves commuting by bike whenever possible.

    He lives in Normal Heights with his amazing wife and 3 dogs, loves old records, new restaurants, and medium aged whiskey.

    Join us in congratulating Kevin on 10 years at the Coalition!

    kevin@sdbikecoalition.org

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    Ian Hembree

    ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY MANAGER

    Ian is leading initiatives to promote cycling and connect with coalition members.

    A graduate of USC, Ian recently served as a Civic Engagement Associate VISTA with the City of San Diego, focusing on social advocacy.  

    Ian's dedication to fostering sustainable transportation and active living is evident through his work.

    Originally hailing from Ohio, Ian is pleased to call Hillcrest home.

    ian@sdbikecoalition.org

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    Jason Vance

    OPERATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

    Jason is passionate about the transformative power of bicycles to create safer, greener communities. 

    Inspired by Dutch street design, he advocates for bike infrastructure to reduce car dependency, promote mobility, and address climate challenges. 

    A graduate of UC Santa Cruz, he reminds everyone that biking is fun and accessible for all.

    In addition to working at the Coalition, Jason serves as Chair of North Park Planning and Secretary of BikeSD.

    jason@sdbikecoalition.org

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    Quincie Bump

    FIELD REPRESENTATIVE

    Quincie Bump is an aspiring urban designer and equitable place-maker. After graduating from the Luskin School of Public Affairs at UCLA and experiencing multimodal infrastructure in global cities, she is passionate about making active transportation accessible for all.

    She believes in the power of cycling as a key tool to advance environmental justice and mobility justice efforts in San Diego County.

    Born and raised in Chula Vista, the South Bay is where Quincie calls home, with the Bayshore Bikeway being her favorite place to ride.

    quincie@sdbikecoalition.org

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is made up of passionate advocates, urban planners, transportation experts, and community leaders dedicated to making San Diego a safer and more accessible place for riding bikes. Representing a diverse range of backgrounds, our board members bring expertise in advocacy, education, policy, and grassroots organizing to guide our mission.

Read about the various committees and view the schedule

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Elected Officers

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    Derby Pattengill

    CHAIR

    Derby is a former professional cyclist and longtime PTA leader with advocacy experience at local, state, and federal levels. Derby serves as our liaison to the County Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC). He works as caregiver and substitute teacher and brings key community insights to the board.

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    Katie Matchett

    VICE CHAIR

    Katie is an urban planner with extensive experience in active transportation advocacy and policy. She has organized impactful community events such as CicloSDias Pacific Beach, and she brings expertise in transportation planning and public outreach.

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    JD Weidman

    SECRETARY

    JD is the Director of Transportation Services at SDSU, managing sustainable transportation programs. He founded a bike valet service and has worked on light rail projects. An avid cyclist and e-bike commuter, JD is passionate about reshaping public spaces through transportation.

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    Carl Weymann

    TREASURER

    Carl is a retired bike shop owner and former elementary school teacher. He founded SDSU's intercollegiate cycling team and has been a lifelong advocate for cycling. He is passionate about giving back to the cycling community through the Coalition.

Members At-Large

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    Nancy Bahena

    Nancy is a lifelong transit rider, public health advocate, and community researcher committed to building safe, people-first communities across San Diego County. She brings a perspective grounded in lived experience, along with professional roles as an instructor, researcher, and certified Promotora (Community Health Worker).

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    Emily Dayton

    Emily is a daily bike commuter and enthusiastic advocate for practical, people-centered transportation. She brings a “regular rider” perspective to the Board, representing the many San Diegans who bike for convenience, health, and joy rather than sport. Professionally, Emily leads admissions at the UCSD Rady School of Management, where she received her MBA.

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    Rosalind Haselbeck

    Rosalind is a climate advocate and founder of the nonprofit Dwelling On Carbon, which focuses on carbon sequestration and water conservation. With a background in biology and a black belt in aikido, Rosalind is also an avid cyclist who frequently participates in rides to promote environmental awareness.

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    Tatiana Lundström

    Tatiana is an active transportation professional with experience in bike-friendly design and multimodal infrastructure projects. She brings technical knowledge from working on active transportation initiatives, paired with a strong passion for bike safety and best practices in street design.

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    Jesse Ramirez

    Jesse is the Director of Planning at City Heights CDC. He has led multimillion-dollar urban planning projects and worked extensively on community engagement, equity, and policy advocacy to create safer, more inclusive transportation networks.

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    Steve Myrick

    Steve has cycled across Europe, Australia, and Japan, observing various cycling infrastructures. He believes safe bike infrastructure encourages more cycling and supports the Coalition's mission to improve quality of life through biking.

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    Kyle Ryan

    Kyle is a real estate housing developer and frequent city cyclist who brings a valuable perspective at the intersection of urban development, housing policy, and transportation. His professional experience navigating land use policy, community plan updates, and entitlement processes allows him to advocate for bike-friendly design from within the development sector.

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    Stephan Vance

    Stephan has been a Bike Coalition board member since 1996 and served on the CalBike Board for 19 years. He retired from a 36-year career at SANDAG, where he focused on active transportation, including leading major bike projects like the Bayshore Bikeway. In retirement, he enjoys bike touring.

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    Christopher Velasco

    Christopher is a planner and policy advocate with deep experience in sustainable development, transportation planning, and government processes. He is a co-author of the SDSU/City of San Diego 30th Street Cycle Track analysis and previously worked at SANDAG on the Sustainable Communities team. Christopher brings strong skills in plan review, policy research, and CEQA.

Ex-Officio Members

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    Bike Walk Alliance

    HOWARD LAGRANGE

    Howard, a cyclist for over 60 years, recently retired from the City of Oceanside. A League Cycling Instructor since 2000, he teaches City Cycling and Smart Cycling classes and organizes bike rodeos to promote active transportation.

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    Families for Safe Streets

    LAURA KEENAN

    Laura is a dedicated advocate for road safety and a leader in the San Diego chapter of Families for Safe Streets. She champions protected bike lanes, safer road designs, and impactful policy changes.

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    SERGE ISSAKOV

    Serge is passionate about teaching group and individual riding safety and has served as the SD Bicycle Club liaison since 2005. He rides his 1985 Tandem around town with his daughter. In 2019, Serge was honored as SDBC Cyclist of the Year.

Board Meetings

Meetings are on the 4th Wednesday on odd months at 6:30 pm

The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition's Board of Directors provides leadership and strategic direction, guiding advocacy, education, and community engagement efforts to make biking safer and more accessible.

Board meetings are open to the public, offering an opportunity to stay informed and contribute to the Coalition’s mission. The Board is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable cycling community.

Contact the Chair: chair@sdbikecoalition.org

Committee Meetings

Our committees play a vital role in shaping the work we do. Whether you’re passionate about advocacy, education, outreach, or bike clubs, there’s a place for you to contribute. Committees meet regularly to discuss projects, set priorities, and take action to improve biking in our region.

Explore our committees below and find the right fit for you!

Advocacy Committee

Meets every 2nd Wednesday on odd months at 6:30pm (Zoom)

The Advocacy Committee engages in outreach and education on government policies at all levels—local to federal. It oversees decisions on bike-related facilities, community plans, and policy responses, ensuring the Coalition’s voice is heard on public issues that affect cycling infrastructure and advocacy efforts.

Chair: advocacy-chair@sdbikecoalition.org

Education Committee

Meets every 4th Thursday on odd months at 6:30pm (Zoom)

The Education Committee guides the Coalition’s education programs for schools, businesses, and community groups, aiming to improve bicycle safety and awareness. It develops and oversees safety initiatives, while also supporting volunteer coordination through a dedicated subcommittee to expand community outreach and engagement.

Chair: Steve Myrick | education-chair@sdbikecoalition.org

Outreach, Equity, and Membership Committee

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of even month at 6pm

The Outreach, Equity, and Membership Committee focuses on building an inclusive cycling community through outreach, promoting equity, and increasing Coalition membership. It develops strategies to engage diverse communities, ensure representation, and grow membership while fostering meaningful connections to support the Coalition’s mission and advocacy efforts.

Chair: equity-outreach-chair@sdbikecoalition.org

Council of Clubs

Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of odd months at 6pm (Zoom)

The Council of Clubs is a coalition of cycling clubs that unifies their collective voice to represent the broader cycling community. With an ex officio seat on the board, they meet regularly to discuss priorities, share insights, and advocate for policies that support cyclists across the region.

Chair: Serge Issakov | clubs-chair@sdbikecoalition.org