Light the Night is Tuesday, September 16, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Alma Mater Plaza, Hallene Gateway, the Ikenberry Commons Quad, and at the intersection of Green Street and Lincoln Avenue. You MUST bring your bike to get a free light set. Approximately 1,000 bike light sets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Remember, Illinois law requires a front light along with a rear reflector/light when riding at night. If your bike is without these items, please take this opportunity to become compliant and enhance your visibility and safety during evening hours.
Also, volunteers are needed, and no experience is necessary. Individuals will be quickly trained to install the light sets. In case of severe weather, the event will be rescheduled for September 17.
Loading Your Bike on the Bus
In Lot D9 (adjacent to the Green/Lincoln location), there will also be a demonstration of how to load bicycles onto MTD buses, as well as an opportunity for attendees to practice this activity with their own bikes.
Register Your Bike
According to the University Bicycle Ordinance, bicycle registration is mandatory for all bicycles parked or operated on campus and owned by students, staff, faculty, university departments, community members, and bike share vendors. Protect your bike by adding a theft deterrent identification shield for $10.
The U. of I. joined 529 Garage's national database registration system in 2020 to help improve safety and aid in the recovery of stolen bicycles.
Volunteers will be able to assist with bike registration at Light the Night, including issuing the 529 Shields (decals).
Also, remember to sign up for the upcoming Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, September 10. More information about bike programming will be available there and at other events throughout the semester.
