A closer look at recently-reported traffic numbers offers hope that feasible expansions of rail service can make a real difference in rush hour congestion.
Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Raising our rate of transit investment
Using public private partnerships, Toronto has achieved a stunning rate of investment in all forms of transit improvement and expansion.
Education Aid Bill Released
Today, the legislature’s Education Committee released the Student Opportunity Act, a very significant education reform bill.
Red Line Derailment Cause
MBTA management today released the results of their investigation of the causes of the Red Line derailment in June.
Transportation Talent
We need to grow hands-on talent and committed executive leadership in transportation agencies across the state and that means putting the money in place to retain them.
Transit energy efficiency
As we seek to expand and improve transit services, we need to keep ridership in mind. Of course, this makes economic sense, but it also makes environmental sense — mass transit vehicles are large and require a lot of energy for propulsion.