Beacon Street is effectively designed as a speedway: only through engineering changes can we actually reduce speed. The Boston Transportation Department will be holding a meeting on June 1st at 6:00pm in the Commonwealth Salon of the Boston Public Library to discuss redesigning Beacon Street in the Back Bay to improve safety.
Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Trapelo/Common Intersection Changes
After a lot of debate, a new approach has emerged which should be clear for drivers and is actually more efficient than any of the previously attempted configurations. It will go into effect on May 31.
Passing the Transgender Bill
The approach we have taken is right, simple and consistent with American fundamental values. It will, in a few years, become completely ordinary, as it should be.
Senate Passes Tobacco Control Legislation
The Senate recently passed legislation raising the age for legal purchase of tobacco from 18 to 21. I was pleased to support the bill — I do believe it will save lives.
Changing Expectations for the Green Line
At our recent forum about the Green Line’s future, MBTA General Manager Frank DePoala offered hope for continuous improvement of reliability and modest resulting capacity increases, but no hope for big capacity increases within the visible planning horizon. The dose of reality he offered about the long term will require some time to digest.
DCR Formally Kicks-off Mt. Auburn/Fresh Pond Intersection Study
The long awaited study is finally underway! The opportunity is huge for improvement.