Tag Archives: politics

Action Alert: Bike Safety Bill Needs Your Help

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Boston Biker

From MassBike: —————- In January, we filed two bills with the Massachusetts State Legislature, and we just found out that the bills are going to be heard in committee next Wednesday. We need your help to get these bills moving! The … Continue reading →

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Arlington Residents Vote To Reject Millions In Funding For Bike Lanes

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Boston Biker

Amazing….and ultimately sad. On Saturday, voters in Arlington proved themselves simultaneously foolish and shortsighted when they attempted to shut down a proposal for bike lanes on a one-mile strip of Massachusetts Avenue. They’re foolish because the vote, essentially, rejects $6.8 … Continue reading →

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Arlington Residents Vote To Reject Millions In Funding For Bike Lanes

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Boston Biker

Amazing….and ultimately sad. On Saturday, voters in Arlington proved themselves simultaneously foolish and shortsighted when they attempted to shut down a proposal for bike lanes on a one-mile strip of Massachusetts Avenue. They’re foolish because the vote, essentially, rejects $6.8 … Continue reading →

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City Of Cambridge Transportation Committee Opening

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Boston Biker

From the email: ————— http://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/News/2012/12/transportationcommitteeslookingfornewmembers.aspx CITY OF CAMBRIDGE SOLICITING MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR THREE TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITEES Application deadline is Friday, January 11. BICYCLE COMMITTEE This committee works to improve conditions for bicyclists in the City of Cambridge and promote bicycling … Continue reading →

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Go Vote Tomorrow!

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Boston Biker

Not sure where to fucking vote, find it here. Vote tomorrow, take a friend. Ride your bike, and you wont have to worry about parking. This blog isn’t about politics, but I suggest you vote for the candidates that will … Continue reading →

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Federal Transportation Bill A Disappointment

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Boston Biker

A sad sad commentary on just how fucked our political system is these days. I suggest a careful review of the issues, who voted for what, and some judicious application of your first amendment right, as well as your right … Continue reading →

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