Join us for the ribbon cutting on June 29th at Hunky’s Plaza 6pm
You’ve heard of rainbow crosswalks. Now, we give you Rainbow Bike Racks. This Pride Month, CSMA officially responds to the rainbow crosswalk removal by installing rainbow bike racks. The project reflects CSMA’s deeper commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and community care. By making it easier for customers and employees to arrive by bicycle, we’re helping create a neighborhood that is safer, healthier, and more connected for everyone.
The bike racks represent an intersection between LGBTQ+ justice and mobility justice, both of which affect our neighborhood. These movements challenge systems that exclude people from fully participating in public life. Queer advocates have fought for the right to safely occupy public spaces, express themselves openly, and move through society without fear or discrimination. Similarly, mobility justice advocates seek to ensure that people can travel safely and have access to multiple modes of transport regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ability, or income. For many queer people, including younger adults, service industry workers, and those who cannot afford a car, safe walking and biking options are essential to accessing jobs and social connections. Both movements recognize that freedom and dignity depend on having equitable access to the spaces and opportunities that make community life possible.
By installing bike racks, we’re investing in the neighborhood’s future. Biking provides an affordable, convenient, and environmentally friendly alternative for patrons who prefer not to drive when visiting local establishments. Secure bicycle parking encourages customers to stay longer without worrying if their bike will be stolen. Providing bike racks also supports employees who rely on bicycles for commuting and demonstrates the CSMA’s commitment to sustainability and public health. By embracing bicycle infrastructure, the CSMA is reinforcing a message that everyone deserves safe, welcoming pathways to participate in community life.
The bike racks were planned by CSMA and privately funded with money raised from the Cedar Springs Wine Walk. Reinhardt Fabrication, an LGBTQ-owned metal fabricator, manufactured the racks. The labor and cost to install the racks into the ground were graciously donated by TrueLine Marking and Stooc GC, two minority veteran owned general contractors. Jessica Scott and other civil servants on staff with the City of Dallas were instrumental in guiding our plans.