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Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Senate Budget Highlights
The Senate has now debated and passed its version of the state budget. Here are some of the highlights.
Aid for Local Schools
There is a lot of momentum in this legislative session to change our local school aid formula and provide more aid to local schools. The new math will work differently for each of the three communities that I represent – Belmont, Boston and Watertown.
Regional Rail
I am increasingly convinced that the state should make a massive investment in upgrading its regional rail network. The decision is not imminent, but I’m interested in starting to get feedback from my constituents.
Storrow Drive Tunnel Update
I’ve heard from many constituents asking questions about the plans for the Storrow Drive Tunnel — the long underpass after the Arlington Street Exit from Storrow eastbound.
Uber and Lyft at Logan
Logan is a special case, but we are facing unacceptable congestion across the region and the fundamental problem is single-rider vehicle use. Right now, Uber and Lyft are part of the problem. However, they can be part of the solution.