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Affluent neighborhoods often feature safer, more tranquil streets, while poorer areas frequently have more aggressive road designs. Changing perspectives in these situations is challenging; it requires transforming the public perception of value. Together, we can foster a dialogue that leads to a more equitable and thoughtful approach to suburban design.

Ride Broomfield is rallying our community for our 1st annual Light up the Night bicycle light giveaway, a collective effort to brighten bicyclists' commutes. As the clocks' fall' back, marking the end of daylight saving time and ushering in earlier darkness, our community will be there, with Illuminando La Noche/Light up the Night volunteers welcoming bicycle commuters at community parks and partner organizations.

The need for more convenient and secure bicycle parking is a common reason people avoid riding their bikes. The new Bike-n-Ride shelters at RTD stations in Broomfield provide a more secure and protected bicycle environment, offering peace of mind during commutes. It's important to remember that while using a Bike-n-Ride shelter is safer, it's not a guarantee of safety. Always lock your bike using high-quality locks, consider using a less expensive bicycle for daily commuting, and get theft insurance for your bicycle as you would your car. You can apply online to receive a card for access to the bike shelters, and applicants will receive their access cards within two weeks of applying.

Don't miss out on Colorado's new e-bike rebate program, designed to make electric bicycles more accessible to low- and moderate-income residents. If you earn 100% of the area median income (AMI) or below, you may be eligible for a rebate to offset the cost of purchasing an e-bike and cycling equipment, such as a helmet and lock. The rebates range from $500 to $1500. The final round of applications is currently open and will close at 4 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 23. Apply now to take advantage of this great opportunity!

Last week, Ride Broomfield, hosted by Broomfield FISH, matched 20 people who needed bicycles with bikes collected and donated from the community. The restoration process took a bit of time, but it's a testament to our community's spirit that we managed to match the riders with their new bikes in just two days.