Boston City Council approved a $3.3 million grant on Oct. 21, 2026, to purchase 887 battery‑assist Bluebikes and 434 spare batteries, replacing classic bikes as part of a network expansion.
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council backed the funding, and Councilor Sharon Durkan noted its role in expanding the city's bike‑share system.
The grant supports the ongoing modernization of Boston's bike‑share fleet with electric‑assist models as the program grows.