05/05/2026
Dear Fellow Parishioners,
Thank you for answering the call to action by emailing Todd Gloria. This morning’s press conference saw a tremendous turnout from both media and parishioners. For those who were unable to attend, thank you for your prayers and support.
The next few hours are critical as we continue to bring attention to this issue and encourage meaningful action. Major media outlets are now covering the accessibility concerns facing Our Lady of the Rosary Church in relation to the Class IV bike lane.
News Coverage:
NBC 7 will air segments at 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 11:00 PM (confirmed)
Additional coverage is expected from ABC 10, CBS 8, FOX 5, and K**I
Print and radio coverage will continue in the coming days
To view the full press conference, please see the link below to see on Facebook.
Call to Action (Tonight):
If you have not yet emailed the Mayor during this current effort, please do so tonight. If you emailed two weeks ago, we ask that you send another message this evening.
Follow the steps below—there is a message you may copy and paste.
Please refrain from opposing bike lanes outright. We support thoughtful bicycle infrastructure and recognize its value to the wider community.
At the same time, it must not come at the expense of safe, direct access to a historic house of worship that serves parishioners of all ages—especially the elderly, families, and those attending funerals and sacraments.
We respectfully propose restoring State Street between West Cedar and West Date Streets to its original configuration:
Retain curbside parking on both sides
Preserve three vehicular lanes to ensure access, including funeral processions
Designate one lane as a Class III shared lane (sharrow) to support cyclists and maintain connectivity with existing Class IV infrastructure to the north and south
Please take a moment today to reach out—and encourage your family, friends, and fellow parishioners to do the same. Your voice matters, and we need everyone to act tonight.
God Bless,
Fr. Joseph Tabigue
Pastor
Click to Watch Full Press Conference
