2010 Board of Directors

Chris Weiss, President

In 1986, as a new resident to Lake Forest Park/Kenmore, I discovered the Burke Gilman trail to downtown. Biking to work eventually led me to join the Cascade Bicycle Club, where I learned to ride pacelines, stretch my rides into centuries, and appreciate time in the saddle. Over the many commuting miles and thousands of trips along the Burke Gilman Trail, I have grown committed to expanding and protecting our bicycle trail system and to encouraging employers, developers and government to expand bike commuting options. As a retired Cat III road and NORBA mountain bike racer, I value the recreational imperative of safe streets and the organizations that support all levels of cycling, from safety rodeos at local schools, group rides, racing and endurance events, and ensuring that offroad trails are preserved and accessible to multiple users.

Seattle is faced with multiple challenges and opportunities. Blessed with our landlocked position between Puget Sound and Lake Washington and our strong economy, we all contribute to vehicle congestion and increasing population densities. We all must address pollution and its impacts on health and productivity. Global warming is here. The Cascade Bicycle Club is an important community group to assist everyone find their legs, places to ride, and advocate for cyclist’s interests. CBC has an increasingly important, and sought-after say in the formulation of transportation and recreational policies of our Region. We are promoting fun today and shaping a cycling legacy for those who will share the road and the trail over the many miles ahead.

As an attorney, I have worked on a variety of development and land use issues. My practice also focuses on commercial litigation and products liability law. In my work, I am called upon to analyze complex factual and legal issues, to formulate strategies to resolve disputes, to build consensus, and achieve compromise between parties with divergent interests. I have served on several boards for local non-profit organizations, most recently as a board member and president of Stevens Pass Alpine Club, a youth ski racing organization. I am a member of the Friends of the Burke Gilman Trial.

Memorable Rides: My first STP (1990); Ramrod; Seattle to Maine (31 days, unsupported); Markleyville Death Ride; NORBA National Championships; Lake Wenatchee to Lake Chelan (singletrack backcountry route); Seward Park Criterium Series; Ultratours with Elliot Bay Bikes

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Dave has worked for King County’s Department of Natural Resources and Parks since 1998, and has held a variety of positions, including Departmental Economist, Parks Finance Manager, Strategic Policy Planner and Government Relations Officer. Prior to that, he spent several years in academia and consulting, and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer. As the son of a Foreign Service officer in India, Iran, and Afghanistan, he spent most of his childhood overseas.

Dave has many interests, hobbies and passions. He has served on the Board of Managers of the Downtown Seattle YMCA, as President of the Northwest Fly Anglers, and as a member of many other organizations. He is an avid fly fisher, runner, cross country skier, backpacker, enjoys tennis and classic guitar, and is always trying to become a better swimmer.

He is also an avid cyclist. He and his wife have commuted by bicycle for many years, and appreciate the importance of cycling and all that Cascade does to “create a better community through cycling.” He has completed in many casual and organized Cascade rides, including High Pass Challenge, RSVP, STP, and Chilly Hilly, twice each – four of them with his son on the tandem.

As a board member, he hopes to give back to the cycling community, support Cascade staff, and contribute to the financial and organizational capacity of the organization, as well as its recreational activities, community building, and political advocacy.

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