At a recent MBTA board meeting, it became alarmingly clear that the MBTA is behind in its planning for climate resiliency.
MBTA
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Red Line Update (6/21)
MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak called me this morning to brief me about the Red Line’s troubles and his response.
MBTA Troubles
It has been a very bad week for the MBTA. Capital spending has been accelerating, but recent incidents raise questions about the operational side.
Brighton Avenue Bus Lanes
New bus lane on Brighton Ave!
Green Line B Branch Station Consolidation
Green Line B Branch Station Consolidation Public Information Session
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.