Posts by Bike Union Staff
The Union Rider: March 2021
Sign the petition: Boston Bike Budget All Bostonians deserve access to a network of connected, protected bike lanes — but Boston is not meeting its commitment to that goal. We’re calling on…
Read MoreStatement on the Murders of Asian-American Women in Atlanta
The BCU condemns last week’s mass murder of Asian-American women in Atlanta, which escalated a pattern of anti-Asian harassment and violence that has surged amid the pandemic. We are deeply…
Read MoreMcGrath Highway could have protected bike lanes
Feedback deadline: Monday 3/8 MassDOT last week announced plans for improving McGrath Highway that would involve removing one traffic lane in each direction while adding buffered (not protected) bike lanes. It’s an…
Read MoreThe Union Rider: February 2021
Learning session: Contra-flow Bike Lanes What are the benefits of “contraflow” bike lanes, and where can they be used to build out Boston’s bike network? Join us on Tuesday, March…
Read MoreBuild momentum for transportation legislation!
State lawmakers have proposed a number of important transportation bills this year, including ones to reduce crashes and fatalities, support e-bike growth, and address racism and inequities in traffic enforcement.…
Read MoreSign the petition: Advance Safe Streets in Somerville
A new advocacy group, Somerville Alliance for Safe Streets (SASS), has formed to push City leaders to honor the community’s shared values and stated commitments to safety, accessibility, equitable investment,…
Read MoreHappy Valentine’s Day from the Boston Cyclists Union
With the BCU’s 10th anniversary coming up this summer, we’re feeling the love as we reflect on the movement we’ve built and the incredible people who’ve supported us along the way. In…
Read MoreSign the petition: Allston-Brighton Mobility Improvements
Boston’s Allston-Brighton Mobility Study presents a draft plan for improving transit, expanding the bike network and making streets safer for all modes. Comments on the draft plan are due by next Monday,…
Read MoreSpeak up to keep State Street’s new bike lane!
Last summer, Boston widened sidewalks and put a protected bike lane on State Street. However, those changes were only a pilot, or test project — and now, Boston is asking…
Read MoreAn exciting moment for our mission
Several recent developments could provide huge opportunities for us in 2021. Mayor Walsh is expected to join the Biden administration, opening the door for a new leader with a bolder…
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