Activism
Tell Your Senator: Act Now to Fund Better Transportation!
The coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated longstanding problems with Massachusetts’ transportation system — and legislation to address the crisis is now pending in the State Senate. The Senate will debate and…
Read MoreGet Involved: Western Avenue Corridor Study + Rezoning
With Allston-Brighton experiencing significant growth in recent years, Boston is preparing for big changes along Western Ave. — including the potential for protected bike lanes. Next Tuesday, the Boston Planning…
Read MoreArborway Improvements: Feedback due FRIDAY
With the Arborway Parkways Improvement Project just getting underway, now is a crucial opportunity to shape this project’s goals — including whether it will aim to complete the Emerald Necklace with protected bike…
Read MoreURGENT ACTION: Curb policing + invest in communities
Tell City Council: Vote NO on the budget Over the past several years, our Boston Bike Budget campaign has led to significant changes to Boston’s transportation priorities. Now, we’re asking…
Read MoreSpeak up for protected bike lanes on the Arborway!
Big changes could finally come to the Arborway — but we need your help getting them on the ground. Next Wednesday, the Department of Conservation and Recreation will hold a…
Read MoreAct Now to Defund BPD + Change Policing in Vision Zero
The Boston Cyclists Union stands with local advocates and activists calling for dramatic changes to policing on our streets — some of which begin to address systemic racism in our transportation…
Read MoreDon’t let parking stop protected bike lanes on Mass Ave.!
Boston has plans to complete protected bike lanes this year on Mass Ave. between Melnea Cass Blvd. and Columbia Rd., but that could change due to last-minute concerns about the…
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 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 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.
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