My overall sense is that the MBTA is moving forward thoughtfully with progressive changes in bus routing based on respectful engagement with the public and a principled analysis of all available data. Board approval of the first round of changes appears likely for this month.
Transportation
accessibility, bike paths, masspike, mbta, ride sharing, rmv, roads and traffic, rules of the road, statewide transportation funding
Growth Expectations
The Central Transportation Planning Staff has shared new growth estimates. Especially Allston but also many other parts of Boston and a few pockets in Belmont and Watertown are looking at significant growth. .
MBTA Fare Increases
The MBTA’s governing board is considering a fare increase that will average 6.3% for T riders, effective July 1, 2019.
Details re 72/74/75 Changes
The MBTA has furnished the additional information below, showing how headways (spacing between buses) will be improved under the plan.
Development and Congestion
The Central Transportation Planning Staff has recently produced a comparative study of traffic mitigation efforts associated with some of the major developments in the Boston Region.
Ridership and Trip Counts on the 71 and 73
I frequently get asked questions about the relative count of buses on the routes 71 and 73. Often riders on one line suspect that riders on the other are getting better service.