Posts by Bike Union Staff
Testimony for City Council Hearing on Pandemic Street Safety
On April 12, the City of Boston held a hearing to discuss how to improve streets during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is the testimony that the BCU submitted.
Read MoreThe Boston Bike Budget, and a people-first Northern Ave. Bridge
There are two opportunities this week to influence the future of Boston’s bike network and transportation budget, and we need your support on both fronts. Boston Bike Budget Critical funding…
Read MoreA pivotal moment for biking in Boston
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to unfold, it’s becoming increasingly clear that this is a critical time for biking in Boston — and for the Boston Cyclists Union as an…
Read MoreThe Union Rider: April 2020
Keeping people safe while making essential trips Along with our partners in the Massachusetts Vision Zero Coalition, the BCU has called on city and state leaders to take specific steps…
Read MoreTell City Council: I Support the Boston Bike Budget
Critical funding for Boston’s bike network is on the line — and we need your support to ensure it makes it into the city’s budget. On Thursday, May 7, at…
Read MoreBoston Bike Story: Sarah Kimball
When/why did you start riding a bike to work? I’m a primary care physician at Boston Medical Center, and I co-direct BMC’s Immigrant & Refugee Health Center. I’ve lived in Boston…
Read MoreStatement: Keeping people safe while making essential trips during COVID-19 Crisis
Below is a statement from the BCU and our partners in the Massachusetts Vision Zero Coalition.
Read MoreThe Union Rider: March 2020
Before getting to the newsletter: How are you? The coronavirus pandemic continues to change how we connect and communicate with each other. We wish we could be advocating side by…
Read MoreBiking during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak
Last updated: April 30 With all the uncertainty in the world right now, we at the Boston Cyclists Union wanted to answer some questions you may have about the safety…
Read MoreDeadline to support Cummins Highway improvements: Next Tuesday, 3/31
Cummins Highway could soon provide a safe route between Mattapan and Roslindale for people who bike — but only if you speak up now to ensure that happens. The city of…
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