February 2016
The support and participation in Bike Macon continues to grow. Several members are now encouraging Bike Macon to take on bolder advocacy and bike policy leadership roles by working with local stakeholders to create a comprehensive cycling plan for Macon. Rachel and her group are now leading the organization of Macon's first Open Streets event in partnership with the City and the Macon-Bibb County Urban Development Authority.
October 2015
Bike Macon hosted its first official Bike Party on October 23rd. In honour of the season, the group rode an eight-mile route through
Macon in Halloween costumes with a pit stop for music, pizza, and a costume contest at the Macon-Bibb Parks and Beautification Office. The event concluded at Oak Haven Park where participants enjoyed a family movie night featuring Beetlejuice. >> more
August 2015
Rachel hosted the kick-off meeting for Bike Macon, a new community group that will advocate for safer cycling infrastructure in Macon. Over 50 enthusiastic people attended the meeting, despite a game-time decision to cancel an inaugural bike ride due to poor weather. The group aims to connect neighbors across Macon by using fun and creativity to help make residents more comfortable with walking and biking around town. In a matter of weeks, Rachel and her team of volunteers have become the community voice for all things cycling in Macon. >> more
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