Last week, the MBTA reached agreement with its largest union, Local 589, on a new collective bargaining agreement which includes commitments to increase transparency of the union’s pension fund. Concerns about the issue aren’t fully settled, but this is real progress and I commend the MBTA, the union’s leadership and the fund itself for these major steps towards transparency.
Transportation
accessibility, bike paths, masspike, mbta, ride sharing, rmv, roads and traffic, rules of the road, statewide transportation funding
Bowker Overpass Lane Closures Effective Monday, September 29
More information about the Bowker overpass from Storrow Drive towards Fenway and Longwood. We are also working closely with neighbors of the project and with MassDOT to control the local noise and disruption caused by the project.
New Scheduled Stop at Belmont Center Commuter Rail
In response to efforts by Representative David Rogers, the MBTA Commuter Rail has scheduled an additional morning stop in Belmont Center. Here is the MBTA’s letter to Representative Rogers.
I-90 Median Barrier Replacement Project Website
The I-90 Median Barrier Replacement Project has already appeared in the headlines for delays caused by lane closures related to construction. This project is scheduled to take two years to complete. Here is the project timeline from MassDOT:
Federal grant for Ruggles Station will support the Longwood area
Senator Brownsberger attended the 9/12 announcement by Governor Patrick and other state, local, and federal officials that a $20 million federal grant will add an 800-foot commuter rail platform to Ruggles Station. The station is a vital transportation hub serving the Longwood Medical and Academic Area represented by the senator. We share this press release from the Governor’s office.
TRAFFIC ALERT: BOWKER OVERPASS CLOSURES
Here is a notice from MassDOT on Bowker Overpass issues. MassDOT has been very responsive on noise issues, including banging from traffic plates. We will continue to engage with new issues as they develop.