Holiday Update Mega Thread!

2015 was a year full of changes for us, and you were all there to help. Thank you to everyone who makes Boston a better city for people who bike. Whether you attended a Bike Friday, participated in our Women’s Bike Ride & Festival, donated or received a bike through Roll it Forward, gave comments at a public meeting, or simply connected with us over e-mail, we’re thankful for all of your support. We wish you a happy holiday season, and we look forward to working with you in the new year!

Last week, Mayor Walsh announced the release of Boston’s Vision Zero Action Plan, our citywide plan to eliminate fatal and serious traffic crashes by 2030. This announcement marks a major milestone on our path to safer streets.

Visit visionzeroboston.org to read the action plan. Join the mailing list for updates about Vision Zero and specific planning initiatives.

There’s still time to apply for the Boston Bikes Advisory Group (BBAG). As a member of the BBAG, you will have the opportunity to advise the Active Transportation Director on priorities related to cycling in Boston including the implementation of the network plan, safety and education campaigns, and community events.

Read the BBAG Overview and view the application on our website. Applications are dueTuesday December 22, 2015. Applicants will be notified in the middle of January 2016, and the first meeting will take place in February. Memberships last two calendar years.

Many of Boston’s Hubway stations are scheduled to stay open until 12/31, after which they’ll be brought in for the winter. You can view the complete closure schedule on Hubway’s website. Want to be notified before your station is removed? Sign up for system alerts. You can also check the Hubway map or the Spotcycle app for real time updates.