A lack of posting to this site means a bunch of activity behind the scenes. In March the group met once with Andy Clarke, Executive Director of League of American Bicyclists to gain advice on how to move forward and a second time to take action. This is a group that has only been discussing this advocacy organization for four months, but we are ready to move into action.
Our first campaign to improve bicycling in and around Minneapolis is to make sure that our voice is heard and we receive accommodations in the developing Access Minneapolis 10-year transportation plan for the city. In the next week the City’s Public Works department will hold two public input meetings and it is critical to see bicyclists in the audience. This plan will dictate how we use our roadways downtown and throughout the city for years to come. We at Twin Cities Bike.org believe that the voice of the bicyclist has not been heard and that if we do not act now we could see a reduction in access for bicycles on downtown streets.
We would like you and all your bicycle friendly friends to support and advocate for an Access Minneapolis plan that ensures safe and equitable bicycle facilities. We ask for your assistance in the following ways:
1) Attend one of two public meetings and speak out for bicycle equality.
Wednesday, April 11, 2007, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall – Doty Room
Thursday, April 12, 2007, 5 pm – 7 pm
St. Olaf Catholic Church, 215 South 8th Street – Gathering Room
2) Write or email your elected city officials (or favorite elected official, if you don’t live in Minneapolis). We can help here.
Thank you for your support!