UMBUG Priorities for 2017
On Thursday 17 January 2017, the UMBUG projects team hosted a brainstorming session to define UMBUG’s priority activities for 2017. Lots of ideas were suggested to promote and improve cycling for staff and postgrads at the University of Manchester. A wide range of ideas were discussed – big and small! These were then prioritised and the team are working on next steps and an action plan. The top issues discussed include:
- removal of abandoned bikes
- University incentives for cycling
- celebrating UMBUG’s 10th anniversary
- facilities for cyclists (showers, storage and drying facilities)
- prohibiting smoking near cycle shelters
- more cycle shelters / increased capacity
- engaging with the Sporticipate programme (Sports Office)
- lobbying for cleaner (greener) buses / Oxford Road agreements
- making contact with TfGM and exemplar universities (Sheffield & Nottingham)
- promoting UMBUG events to a wider audience
- UMBUG promotional stands at major buildings some mornings / lunchtimes
- improving the corridor travel website
- continuing the cycle routes video project
- maintenance sessions at the monthly breakfast events
- tool stands to be covered by the shelter guardians system
- reporting long-term issues with cycle shelters (leaking gutters).
If you are interested in getting involved, please email umbug@manchester.ac.uk.