Reporters Notebook: 050209 - "Bike Week 2k9: Raising Money for Charity"

As most of you know, last year I had the privilege of riding with Battlefield Harley Davidson owner Jennifer LeVan during the Parade of Chrome in Bike Week 2008.
It was an awesome time, and an unforgettable experience.
For most of the ride, I waved to my vocal fan-base, like Mr. and Mrs. Mike Wertz along Steinwehr Avenue, “Scottie’s Hotties” on the steps of the County Courthouse, or Borough Council Vice President Holliday Giles on Lincoln Square.
And from what I hear, not too many cats puked during the event.
But to do it again this year, I need your help.
Apparently, the back of Jen’s bike is popular — so popular that there’s a competition to sit there during this year’s parade.
I’m one of two contestants competing in a fundraiser.
Whoever raises the most money gets to ride with Jen in Bike Week 2009.
Every single cent that’s raised is being donated to charity: the Adams County Arts Council.
It’s going to take a lot of money to win, though. According to unconfirmed reports, my competition has already generated $500.
I’m pleased to announce that I have the endorsement of Gettysburg Signs Express.
I also have the support of Whitzer Gas — “We’ve Got Gas. Do You?”
And from what I hear, Mummasburg Borough Council and the Guernsey Borough Board of Supervisors are close to finalizing favorable resolutions.
So things are looking good.
If you’re interested in donating money to help me win, and more importantly to benefit charity, write a check payable to Adams County Arts Council, and mail to Gettysburg Signs, 100-B Buford Ave., Gettysburg, PA 17325. Or just send a donation to the newsroom.
I’ll even accept donations from Bermudian fans.
~ Scot A. Pitzer, Times Staff Reporter.