Cambridge is soliciting feedback on temporary lane markings on Mount Auburn St. as the city prepares to initiate a public process this fall that will determine final road configuration. Encourage the city to include protected bike lanes, and to improve pedestrian safety, in their temporary markings and in future planning. More info here.
Join the Boston Project Ministries for an afternoon of active, healthy fun. This all-ages event will feature a neighborhood bike ride, resources and tips for healthy cooking and living, and much more. The Boston Cyclists Union will be on site providing free bike repair and lights, and $5 helmets to those in need. RSVP here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1804514936267701/
Preview Cambridge's proposals for improving Brattle Street at the intersection of Sparks St. and Craigie St., and press the city to ensure safety improvements for cyclists are included in the project. You can also use this forum to request that the city consider a protected bike lane on Sparks St., which is a key connector…
As part of Cambridge's five-year complete streets plan, Huron Ave. between Concord Ave. and Raymond St. is slated for a sidewalk and street rebuild. The Department of Public Works and the Community Development Department will present preliminary plans at this hearing, including traffic calming measures and safety improvements. Ask the city to include a protected bike…
Cambridge has committed to swiftly implementing changes to the southern portion of Mass Ave., from Memorial Drive to Sidney Street, to increase safety and accessibility for pedestrians, cyclists and busses. These “quick build” fixes — which include protected bike lanes — would result in a low-stress, fully connected bike network all the way from the…
In order to encourage more women to bike, the City of Boston is offering several “Women’s Learn to Ride” clinics, and a more advanced “Street Skills” class! Running from June through October, these events are taught by women and open to all women and non-gender-conforming people who live in the city of Boston. The events…
Monthly meeting to discuss and develop organizing strategy for our city-wide campaigns. If you want to attend, please email Alex at ashames@bostoncyclistsunion.org. ***In line with last month, we will meet virtually for 1.5 hours from 7-8:30pm. An agenda and zoom link will be shared out on Monday.
Councilor Kim Janey will host a community meeting to discuss residents' transportation concerns, including parking, bus lanes, pedestrian safety, and more. Chief of Streets Christopher Osgood and Transportation Commissioner Gina Fiandaca will also be present to listen to residents. This meeting comes as Boston prepares to make several street improvements in and around Roxbury, including…
Boston is weighing whether to begin charging residents for parking permits, which are currently free, and potentially limiting the number of permits a single family could obtain. Sponsored by City Council President Michelle Wu, the change aims to encourage residents to opt for provided, private spaces instead of limited on-street parking, and to fund infrastructure projects.…
