From f4dfa8d4705693fc62d3aad43ddd942cccee736e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: admin Date: Sat, 10 May 2025 11:25:05 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] frontmatter updates --- README.md | 15 ++++++++++++--- social.posts.md | 15 +++++++++++++++ 2 files changed, 27 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index a3f0b57..5e1600d 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -4,13 +4,22 @@ The following repository is all the materials created for the Bike Coalition YEG **We welcome contributors!** You can contribute to this repo directly using git or you can email the [page administrator](mailto:admin@thebunkerops.ca?subject=Bike%20Edmonton%20Coalition%20-%20Info) +Contact + +- [Aaron Budnick (587) 982-9051](tel:+15879829051) is YEG Bike Coalition contact and media liason. + ## Take Immediate Action -Visit **[Paths for People Take Action Page](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/)** and sign the petition. +## Take Immediate Action -Share one of our **[social posts](/social.posts.md)**. +### 📝 Sign the Petition +> **[Visit Paths for People Take Action Page](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/)** to sign the petition for safe streets and municipal autonomy. -Sign up to volunteer with **[Paths for People](https://pathsforpeople.org/volunteer/).** +### 📱 Spread the Word +> Share one of our **[social media posts](/social.posts.md)** to help raise awareness. + +### 🚲 Get Involved +> Sign up to **[volunteer with Paths for People](https://pathsforpeople.org/volunteer/)** and make a direct impact in our community. ## Organizations diff --git a/social.posts.md b/social.posts.md index c0b3c22..4702893 100644 --- a/social.posts.md +++ b/social.posts.md @@ -1,21 +1,36 @@ ## Social Posts for Protecting Bike Lanes & Municipal Autonomy **Post 1:** + +``` Our bike lanes are under threat from provincial overreach! 🚲 Edmonton & Calgary deserve to decide their own infrastructure. Stand for safe streets & municipal autonomy. Take action now! #YEGbike #YYCbike #BikeLanes #ProtectOurLanes #ABpoli 👉 [https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/) +``` **Post 2:** + +``` Minister Dreeshen wants to scrap bike lane projects like the 132 Ave renewal in #YEG. This isn't just about bikes; it's about local decision-making. Make your voice heard! #SaveOurBikeLanes #HandsOffOurCities #ActiveTransportation 🔗 [https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/) +``` **Post 3:** + +``` Did you know? Bike lanes improve safety, reduce congestion, & promote sustainable transport. Don't let the province dictate our city's future. Support #YEG & #YYC bike infrastructure. Act today! #BikeAdvocacy #UrbanMobility ✊ [https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/) +``` **Post 4:** + +``` Inspired by Ontario's controversial laws, AB's Transportation Minister is targeting our local bike lanes. This is a critical moment for #Edmonton & #Calgary. Tell the province to stay in its lane! #BikeSafety #CommunityVoice #YEGbikeCoalition 📢 [https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/) +``` **Post 5:** + +``` The 132 Ave project in #YEG is city-funded & community-supported. Provincial interference threatens years of planning for safer, more accessible streets. Join us in defending our bike lanes! #MunicipalRights #PathsForPeople ✍️ [https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/](https://pathsforpeople.org/initiatives/stand-for-safe-streets-municipal-autonomy/) +```