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Go Vote Tomorrow!

An image showing Bikemore's endorsements: Wes Moore for Governor, Brooke Lierman for Comptroller, Tony Bridges for District 41, Regina Boyce and Elizabeth Embry for District 43A, Mark Edelson and Robbyn Lewis for District 46

Tomorrow is the general election! We have endorsed Wes Moore for governor in the general election, and retain all of our primary endorsements. You can see those above.

Go vote! You can find your polling place here.

If you are not registered to vote, or you have not updated your address for a new residence, you can register to vote at your polling place or update your address at the polling place for your new address. Bring a document that proves where you live: a license, ID card, change of address card, paycheck, bank statement, utility bill, or another government document with your name or address.

Bring your friends!

Bikemore Endorsements for Governor, Comptroller, and State Delegates

Today Bikemore announces endorsements for Governor, State Comptroller, and in select State Delegate races.

Tom Perez - Governor

On Bikemore’s candidate questionnaire, at our Maryland Gubernatorial Transportation Forum, and in questionnaires from peer transportation and environmental advocacy groups, Tom Perez demonstrated a deep knowledge of the transportation challenges facing Baltimore City and the steps that need to be taken to advance public transit and expand access to opportunity across the region.

He is the only top-polling candidate to consistently commit to creation of a Baltimore Regional Transit Authority, a step we believe is necessary to bring Greater Baltimore in line with other successful, growing regions. And, he has demonstrated a clear commitment to ensuring that investments in both improving and electrifying public transportation will center Labor in every discussion.

Shannon Sneed’s legislative record on Baltimore City Council, her community knowledge and connections, and her dedication to this city make her an excellent candidate for Lieutenant Governor and as an advocate for Baltimore in the Perez administration.

Brooke Lierman - Comptroller

Brooke Lierman’s legislative record on transit speaks for itself. She helped found a transit caucus in Annapolis. She has successfully fought to bring millions of dollars of funding to the Maryland Transit Administration through the Transit Safety and Investment Act, forced the state to create its first Regional Transit Plan for the Baltimore region in nearly 20 years, and co-sponsored or voted for nearly every piece of legislation Bikemore has pushed in Annapolis.

Beyond her legislative work, Brooke Lierman has been a strong advocate for biking in Baltimore. She successfully lobbied Baltimore City to re-design the Central Avenue project to include protected bike lanes and has reliably supported other transit, walking, and biking investments in the 46th District.

The comptroller is a powerful position in state government, serving as a critical vote on the Board of Estimates. We appreciate her current opposition to the I-270/495 highway widening, and believe she will make decisions on funding that prioritize environmental justice and public transit.

Kathy Shulman - 40th District Delegate

Kathy Shulman reached out to Bikemore early to discuss her vision for increased access to opportunity through walking, biking, and public transit in the 40th District. If she can unseat Delegate Frank Conaway Jr, one of the only consistent opponents to reforms like dedicated bus lanes and complete streets in our city delegation, the 40th District and our delegation will be stronger for it.

Tony Bridges - 41st District Delegate

Delegate Tony Bridges sponsored legislation this year to create a commission to review and select an option for improved transit governance in Baltimore City. Despite Governor Hogan’s veto, his legislation, alongside with advocacy from the Transform Maryland Transportation Coalition and a ballot initiative from Baltimore Transit Equity Coalition, has ensured that a regional transit authority remains a top political issue. Delegate Bridges is a strong ally for transit, and has co-sponsored or voted for the majority of Bikemore’s legislative priorities in Annapolis.

Regina Boyce and Elizabeth Embry - 43A District Delegates

Delegate Regina Boyce has been a strong advocate for complete streets and transit funding in Annapolis, supporting colleagues in advancing legislation to enforce dedicated bus lanes, allow Baltimore to set its own speed limits, and attempt to restrict complete streets funding to DOT instead of police. She is a strong supporter of the Baltimore Greenway Trails Network, a regular attendee at Bikemore events, and a regular biker and public transit rider.

Elizabeth Embry is a former Bikemore board member and strong supporter of increased investments in public transit, biking, and walking. She has long been a supporter of the Baltimore Greenway Trails Network, and clearly understands the need to pair land use and transportation closely in any decision-making. Running on a slate with Delegate Boyce, we are confident that together they will make a strong team in Annapolis.

Mark Edelson and Robbyn Lewis - 46th District Delegates

Mark Edelson is unafraid to do what’s right. When Mayor Catherine Pugh threatened to remove the Potomac Street cycletrack based on an incorrect reading of the fire code, Mark stepped up and helped Bikemore sue the city, successfully winning what may be the only restraining order ever granted against removal of a piece of complete streets infrastructure. His support to help us negotiate a settlement with the city kept a separated bike lane on Potomac Street. Despite this political controversy, Mark went on to be elected president of the Canton Community Association, proving that he can build bridges and coalitions across a wide variety of interests. He is one of the few candidates running to focus time and resources on relationships in Brooklyn, Cherry Hill, Curtis Bay, and Westport—often overlooked parts of the 46th District that are in dire need of access to opportunity through more transportation options.

Delegate Robbyn Lewis is the only legislator in Annapolis who is car free by choice. Delegate Lewis has long been our region’s leading elected transportation advocate, unafraid to stand up for public transit, biking, and walking even when it may not be politically in her best interest with select demographics in her district. She has worked for years to pass critical legislation improving bus operations in Baltimore, including this session’s legislation to enforce dedicated bus lanes with cameras, as well as legislation to attempt to divert more transportation dollars to DOT and away from misuse within other agencies. Delegate Lewis’s successes will only grow with another advocate like Mark Edelson at her side.

#IBikeIVote 2022 - State Delegate

 
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We are continuing our rollout of #IBikeIVote 2022 by releasing questionnaire responses from candidates vying to represent Baltimore districts in the Maryland House of Delegates.

In the coming weeks, we’ll be releasing endorsements in select races.

Click below for our full #IBikeIVote 2022 Candidate Guide:

Voting is the single most important thing you can do to improve housing, transportation, and bring other resources to make Baltimore a more livable city with access to opportunity for all.

This work is made possible through Bikemore in Action, our 501(c)(4) funded by hundreds of small donations from Baltimoreans. Consider a donation today!

#IBikeIVote 2022 - Governor and Comptroller

 
 

On April 20th, we launched #IBikeIVote 2022 with a Maryland Gubernatorial Transportation Forum held at the Real News Network in front of a live audience and streamed online to over 3,000 Facebook and YouTube viewers.

Today, we are launching our #IBikeIVote 2022 Candidate Guide by rolling out responses to our questionnaire from candidates for Governor and Comptroller, as well as a comparison tool that allows you to easily contrast answers from candidates.

In the coming weeks, we will be adding responses from and comparisons of candidates for State Delegate, and releasing endorsements in select races.

Click below for our #IBikeIVote 2022 Candidate Guide:

Voting is the single most important thing you can do to improve housing, transportation, and bring other resources to make Baltimore a more livable city with access to opportunity for all.

This work is made possible through Bikemore in Action, our 501(c)(4) funded by hundreds of small donations from Baltimoreans. Consider a donation today!

How to Vote in Baltimore City - General Election Edition

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Vote in this general election! Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd. Voting local is the single most important thing you can do to make Baltimore a more livable city.

So, this is your reminder to vote - either to send in your ballot, drop it off at a local ballot drop-off box, or show up for early voting or day-of voting. 

If you're unsure on how you can participate and vote this year, keep reading, or forward this email to a friend!

Already received your ballot in the mail?

Awesome! Everyone who has requested a mail-in ballot earlier this Summer/Fall should have received their ballot last week or should be receiving them this week. Don't wait to send it back. Fill it out as soon as you can following the instructions carefully, and drop it off at a ballot drop-off box, or send it back. No paid postage is necessary.

Not registered yet, or didn’t receive your ballot?

You can still register on Election Day at the polling locations, listed here

If you're not sure of your registration status or whether or not you are receiving a mail-in ballot, check your status here

Want to vote early in-person?

Early voting is available at a limited number of sites from Monday, October 26th - Monday, November 2nd, from 7:00am-8:00pm. 

You can find the full list of early voting locations here.

Want to vote on Election Day in-person?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd and polls are open from 7:00am-8:00pm. A limited number of polling locations will be open, and you can go to any of them, even if they aren't in your district. The full list of them is here. 

If you need transportation to and from a polling location, you can use a Lime scooter or a JUMP bike for free. Use the code LIMETOPOLLS2020 on your Lime app. Read about the Lime to the Polls Program here.

Who should you vote for?

Candidates Endorsed by Bikemore:

Brandon Scott | Mayor
Bill Henry | Comptroller
Zeke Cohen | 1st District
Ryan Dorsey | 3rd District
James Torrence | 7th District
Kristerfer Burnett | 8th District
John Bullock | 9th District
Eric Costello | 11th District
Franca Muller Paz | 12th District

Read more about all the candidates. 

Want live help or have questions?

You can call the Baltimore City Board of Elections at (410) 396-5550 or the Maryland State Board of Elections at (410) 269-2840 on Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. A staff person will pick up the phone and guide you through your questions.

This work is made possible through Bikemore in Action, our 501(c)(4) funded by hundreds of small donations from Baltimoreans.

Want to ensure Bikemore can continue advocating for mobility for all?  
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