Who
Are We?
Board Bios
Darryl Jordan
Darryl is a Southside Madison resident who frequently loops into Fitchburg while riding one bike or another, usually a recumbent bike or trike. Not only are recumbents comfortable they also lend themselves to unusual designs and adaptations, much like planning bike ways, routes, and facilities around the City of Fitchburg.
Steve Arnold
Steve Arnold served as Mayor of Fitchburg, Wisconsin, from 2015 to 2017, after representing district 4 on the Common Council for ten years. While on the Council, he served on Fitchburg’s Transportation and Transit Commission for ten years and its Resource Conservation Commission for eight years. As mayor, he chaired Fitchburg’s Plan Commission and Board of Public Works, and was a Commissioner on the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission. He was a professor of ecology and an information technology consultant before retiring (except for public service) in 2013.
While on the Fitchburg Common Council, Steve Championed Fitchburg’s first Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (2008). He introduced the SmartCode, an open-source zoning and development code for traditional neighborhoods and walkable urban centers, to the city, which was adopted in 2010. Fitchburg later adopted the world’s first SmartCode Bicycle module, extending the SmartCode to specify bicycle thoroughfares and facilities. Steve championed many of Fitchburg’s bicycle-friendly features, and he submitted the city’s Bicycle Friendly Community application in 2015, which resulted in Silver level recognition. Steve is the Secretary of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin and certified as a League Cycling Instructor by the League of American Bicyclists. He is a member of MadCity Velo Club and Bombay Bicycle Club.Steve is a Director of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin and a member of the League of American Bicyclists, MadCity Velo Club, Bombay Bicycle Club, and Night Riders. Steve was a year-around bicycle commuter from 2007 until his retirement in 2012.
Born and schooled in the northeastern United States, Steve has been married to Nancy Arnold since 1972. They moved to Dane County in 1983 and Fitchburg in 1994. They have two daughters and five grandchildren, all living in Wisconsin. Steve also serves on the boards of directors of the Congress for the New Urbanism Wisconsin Chapter and All Aboard Wisconsin. In their free time, Steve and Nancy enjoy time with family, gardening, kayaking, and, of course, bicycling.
Mark Wilkerson
Mark is a devoted husband, father of two, grandfather of four, and proud pack leader to three energetic German Shepherds. His lifelong love of bicycling began in childhood, exploring neighborhoods and chasing adventure on two wheels—a passion that has stayed with him through every stage of life.
After a 40-year career in the semiconductor manufacturing sector in Phoenix, Mark retired and moved to Fitchburg with his wife, drawn in part by the city’s extensive network of multi-use paths. Retirement opened the door for him to focus on his favorite pursuits: cycling and leatherworking.
Mark joined Bike Fitchburg after attending a few local rides and quickly became an active contributor. Since 2023, he has served as Board Secretary, applying his program management experience to strengthen the organization’s leadership and community impact. He also earned his **League Cycling Instructor (LCI)** certification, enabling him to share cycling education and safety with riders of all ages.
Mark’s current passion is launching a **Cycling Without Age** chapter in Fitchburg. As a certified trishaw pilot, he is committed to giving seniors and individuals with mobility challenges the chance to experience the joy of cycling—“the wind in your hair”—through free trishaw rides.
Tony Hartmann
Tony Hartmann is a husband, father, solar energy developer and volunteer local politician; born, raised and (mostly) schooled in Dane County. Since returning to Wisconsin (in 2001) with his wife to raise children, he has been a clean energy entrepreneur, researcher, and an ever more avid biker.
Tony’s been on a road bike for more than 50 years, mostly for transportation, but in recent years more for the mental and physical health benefits. In the past 10 years he’s become a big fan of trail riding (mountain biking), participating in a number of competitive events, and ‘running with’ a fast/local crowd of 40-somethings.
Darryl is a Southside Madison resident who frequently loops into Fitchburg while riding one bike or another, usually a recumbent bike or trike. Not only are recumbents comfortable they also lend themselves to unusual designs and adaptations, much like planning bike ways, routes, and facilities around the City of Fitchburg.
Steve Arnold
Steve Arnold served as Mayor of Fitchburg, Wisconsin, from 2015 to 2017, after representing district 4 on the Common Council for ten years. While on the Council, he served on Fitchburg’s Transportation and Transit Commission for ten years and its Resource Conservation Commission for eight years. As mayor, he chaired Fitchburg’s Plan Commission and Board of Public Works, and was a Commissioner on the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission. He was a professor of ecology and an information technology consultant before retiring (except for public service) in 2013.
While on the Fitchburg Common Council, Steve Championed Fitchburg’s first Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (2008). He introduced the SmartCode, an open-source zoning and development code for traditional neighborhoods and walkable urban centers, to the city, which was adopted in 2010. Fitchburg later adopted the world’s first SmartCode Bicycle module, extending the SmartCode to specify bicycle thoroughfares and facilities. Steve championed many of Fitchburg’s bicycle-friendly features, and he submitted the city’s Bicycle Friendly Community application in 2015, which resulted in Silver level recognition. Steve is the Secretary of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin and certified as a League Cycling Instructor by the League of American Bicyclists. He is a member of MadCity Velo Club and Bombay Bicycle Club.Steve is a Director of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin and a member of the League of American Bicyclists, MadCity Velo Club, Bombay Bicycle Club, and Night Riders. Steve was a year-around bicycle commuter from 2007 until his retirement in 2012.
Born and schooled in the northeastern United States, Steve has been married to Nancy Arnold since 1972. They moved to Dane County in 1983 and Fitchburg in 1994. They have two daughters and five grandchildren, all living in Wisconsin. Steve also serves on the boards of directors of the Congress for the New Urbanism Wisconsin Chapter and All Aboard Wisconsin. In their free time, Steve and Nancy enjoy time with family, gardening, kayaking, and, of course, bicycling.
Mark Wilkerson
Mark is a devoted husband, father of two, grandfather of four, and proud pack leader to three energetic German Shepherds. His lifelong love of bicycling began in childhood, exploring neighborhoods and chasing adventure on two wheels—a passion that has stayed with him through every stage of life.
After a 40-year career in the semiconductor manufacturing sector in Phoenix, Mark retired and moved to Fitchburg with his wife, drawn in part by the city’s extensive network of multi-use paths. Retirement opened the door for him to focus on his favorite pursuits: cycling and leatherworking.
Mark joined Bike Fitchburg after attending a few local rides and quickly became an active contributor. Since 2023, he has served as Board Secretary, applying his program management experience to strengthen the organization’s leadership and community impact. He also earned his **League Cycling Instructor (LCI)** certification, enabling him to share cycling education and safety with riders of all ages.
Mark’s current passion is launching a **Cycling Without Age** chapter in Fitchburg. As a certified trishaw pilot, he is committed to giving seniors and individuals with mobility challenges the chance to experience the joy of cycling—“the wind in your hair”—through free trishaw rides.
Tony Hartmann
Tony Hartmann is a husband, father, solar energy developer and volunteer local politician; born, raised and (mostly) schooled in Dane County. Since returning to Wisconsin (in 2001) with his wife to raise children, he has been a clean energy entrepreneur, researcher, and an ever more avid biker.
Tony’s been on a road bike for more than 50 years, mostly for transportation, but in recent years more for the mental and physical health benefits. In the past 10 years he’s become a big fan of trail riding (mountain biking), participating in a number of competitive events, and ‘running with’ a fast/local crowd of 40-somethings.
Mike GradyI am a Fitchburg resident of 10 years and live here with my wife Cindy, two children and our awesome dog Juno. We really embrace the great connectivity that Fitchburg and the greater Madison has for recreational access. I enjoy road biking/mountain biking/fat biking/scooting with both family and friends in the various trails and country roads in our area. I am a certified Bike League Instructor (LCI designation) and organize Bike Fitchburg’s efforts around bike safety education and community education events. I volunteer with Wheels for Winners as a bike mechanic.
My professional background is in real estate (project management/construction management/development/corporate real estate). I currently work at American Family Insurance as their corporate real estate manager.
Mark Hamilton
I have been a cycling enthusiast since my early days growing up in Kansas, where I delivered newspapers on my Sting-Ray bicycle and later graduated to a 10-speed, learning to ride in the constant prairie winds. Although Kansas offered few hills, those early rides sparked a lifelong passion for cycling that continues today.
After moving to Fitchburg in 1992, my wife and I became more involved in cycling as we raised our two sons, who now share that same love of riding with our grandchildren. I enjoy exploring the many trails around Fitchburg and Madison, with the occasional ride to Paoli or Mt. Horeb with family and friends. In retirement, my wife and I have also had the opportunity to experience cycling in several European countries.
Following my retirement as an executive from UW Health five years ago, I joined the Fitchburg Bike and Pedestrian Commission, where I served as Chair for four years. I also volunteer in several other capacities throughout the city. In addition to my work with the Commission, I have served on the Boys and Girls Club Move and Groove Committee for 15 years, participated in the MS Best Dam Bike Ride for 10 years, and contributed to recruiting Bike Friendly Businesses in Fitchburg.
As a member of the Bike Fitchburg Board of Directors, I look forward to continuing to promote safe cycling, enhance bicycle infrastructure, and support a vibrant biking culture in our community.
Kay Lum
I have been an avid bicyclist since doing my first weeklong ride at age 17 (SAAGBRAW). I was hooked on biking! (I also did 25 GRABAAWR rides, THANK YOU BILL HAUDA!) I grew up in the city of South Milwaukee (not to be confused with the south side of Milwaukee). The biking there was pretty flat and I couldn’t go east because I would run into Lake Michigan! I moved to Fitchburg 30 years ago, and a big part of my decision to move to this area was because of the bicycling opportunities! The Madison area has grown a lot and some of the sleepy country roads are no longer sleepy, but the bike trails have more than made up for it… biking around town and getting me far enough out to safer sleepier country roads!
Professionally, I am a graphic artist and have tied my love for graphic art with the love of biking by designing bicycle jerseys, web sites, logos, T-shirts and colorful lycra clothing for bikers and biking events. My husband and I also organize our own ride which is a fundraiser for MS called Pedal and Party in Pardeeville with a Purpose. www.pedalandparty.com
Thad Schumacher
Thad is the owner and pharmacist at Fitchburg Family Pharmacy. His love for cycling, led him to start doing medicine deliveries on his bike, which resulted in him being dubbed the #cyclingpharmacist. When he is not working or cycling with the his fellow 5 AM cycling group, you can find him hanging out with wife Michelle and their 4 children. “We are fortunate to live in such a cycling rich environment, we need to let the secret out to everyone who lives here.”, says Thad. He promotes a riding group through the pharmacy called, the Pill Peddlers, the group ranges from riders in their teens to riders in their 70’s, Thad feels it is important to have fun, build relationships, and gain fitness while riding bikes and that no one should be left behind.
