How Dustin transitioned to a car-free lifestyle
When Dustin Branham first moved to the greater Charlotte area in 2007, living life without a car was the last thing on his mind. After landing a job at a law firm in Davi...
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April + May Bike Update
Hello my fellow Charlotte bike supporters, The Bike Update is going out a little later than usual because we wanted to include exciting news about Shared Streets, City Ma...
Your voice is needed on Charlotte’s new transportation task force!
Determining how to advance Charlotte’s mobility goals and pay for a major expansion of the transit system is no small task. Fortunately, there’s now a task force working ...
Charlotte’s first lane just for bikes and buses is a win!
It’s hard for bus drivers to stay on schedule and carry riders to their destinations quickly if the buses are getting stuck in traffic. Our city’s leaders are experimenti...
A time for grief. A time for unity. A time for action.
Over these past few days, citizens in Charlotte and in over 140 cities across our nation have taken to the streets to demand an end to the unjust, racist power structure ...
How (and why) we’re speaking up for fast, reliable bus service in Charlotte
Our program director, Meg Fencil, spoke during the public forums of the May 26 Charlotte City Council meeting and the May 28 Metropolitan Transit Committee meeting in sup...
How we’re making Daniel’s commute safer
Daniel Crow moved to Charlotte from one of the top biking cities in the nation: Madison, WI, where even the layout of the city itself suggests a giant bicycle wheel. In ...
Volunteer spotlight: Steve Yaffe
For Steve Yaffe, volunteering with Sustain Charlotte is more than just something to do—it’s part of his lifelong passion for transit and the quality of life improvements ...
Sustain Charlotte’s reactions to the City’s FY21 budget
Last night, Shannon Binns, Sustain Charlotte’s founder and executive director, attended the public hearing for the City’s FY21 proposed budget. While we’re grateful for t...
How is CATS protecting transit operators and planning for a changing budget?
Public transit is an essential service that connects people to jobs, food, medical care, and other services. Since the pandemic began, CATS’ staff leadership and governin...
Action Alert: Speak up for shared streets so everyone can walk and bike!
Help Charlotte go the extra mile to ensure that people in all parts of town have safe places to walk and ride bicycles for transportation and much-needed exercise! Please...
What bike shops are open during the stay at home order?
Riding your bike during these unusual times has become very popular–and, as essential services, bike shops are here to help you. As you bike, please stay safe and keep ot...