Archive for May 2021
Growth, progress and the exciting road ahead
As Bike Month comes to a close, we’re feeling inspired by all we accomplished together, and all the exciting work ahead. Will you donate to the BCU today to accelerate our progress? Connecting with so many of you during Bike Month was a true joy, and a reaffirmation of why we do this work. We…
Read MoreTell Boston: Invest in communities, not policing
The Boston Cyclists Union’s vision for “safe streets” goes beyond bike infrastructure and transit access. It also includes ensuring everyone—especially Black people and other people of color who are subjected to racism, violence and police brutality—feel safe traveling through every neighborhood of Boston. Today, one year after police in Minneapolis murdered George Floyd, we have an opportunity to…
Read MoreNew BCU Board President and Vice President
Below is a letter from new BCU Board President Katie Theodoros As many of you know, Angela Johnson-Rodriguez, our outgoing Board President (and now President Emeritus) has just begun a doctorate program at Rutgers-New Brunswick. Go Angela! We were fortunate that Angela was able to continue in her role as president beyond December 2020 as…
Read MoreTake action for 10 more miles of bike lanes in Boston
Sign the Petition: #BostonBikeBudget Last year, our movement led Boston to add an unprecedented 6+ miles of new bike lanes. This year, we’re building support for Boston to go further: 10 miles of protected bike lanes in the next year, and 10 more the year after. Will you add your name to our petition for…
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