A reminder that you can ride the T for free tomorrow, Friday, April 24, and take advantage of purchasing 15% discounted weekly and monthly passes. Also, 16 MBTA partners are offering special one-day offers to customers that show their CharlieCard. The details may be found in this link.
Should the state adopt legislation banning non-compete agreements?
“The Argument” column in The Boston Globe West on Sunday, April 19 featured Senator Brownsberger taking the “Yes” view to the question, “Should the state adopt legislation banning non-compete agreements?” You can read more on non-competition agreements here.
19th Annual Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle
The Mystic River Watershed Association is celebrating the river’s many recreational opportunities through events like the Herring Run and Paddle that includes a 5K run/walk race, three paddling races (3, 9, and 12 miles), educational booths, children’s activities, and more. Here’s how you can join the fun on Sunday, May 17th in Somerville.
MassPort Community Advisory Committee
With the support of colleagues in the House and Senate, Senator Brownsberger passed an amendment to the supplemental budget that added representatives for Arlington, Belmont, Watertown and other communities to the MassPort Community Advisory Committee. Although the FAA has control over air traffic, MassPort controls airport operations and the inclusion of Arlington, Belmont and Watertown on the CAC will ensure that our communities have a seat at the table.
Accountability for the MBTA
The central recommendation of the Governor’s MBTA task force was greater accountability for the MBTA. I agree — the management team needs direct accountability to the Governor. That accountability will give the team the strength it needs to sharpen its focus and make change happen.
State House Centennial Commemoration of the Armenian Genocide
Governor Baker, Senator Harriet Chandler, House Speaker Robert DeLeo, and Representatives Jon Hecht and David Muradian will offer remarks at this commemoration on Friday, April 24 at 1:15 p.m. at Ashburton Park.