August 15, 2016 Fiscal and Management Control Board Massachusetts Department of Transportation 10 Park Plaza, Suite 3910 Boston, MA 02116 Attn: Chairman Joseph Aiello Re: Support for Late Night Service Dear Chairman Aiello, WalkBoston has followed the news that the Conservation Law Foundation (“CLF”), Alternatives for Community and Environment (“ACE”) and Greater Four Corners Action …
Worcester is one of 18 communities participating in the MassDOT multi-disciplinary program to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety in Massachusetts. One of the components of the MassDOT program is to conduct walk and bike assessments that identify infrastructure challenges to biking and walking, and recommend short- and long-term improvements. These assessments are also a means …
July 29, 2016 Brian Golden Christopher Tracy Boston Redevelopment Authority City Hall Plaza Boston, MA 02201 Re: Comments on proposal for development of One Bromfield Street Dear Mr. Golden and Mr. Tracy: WalkBoston reviews proposed public and private developments for their potential impacts on walker’s safety, convenience and amenity in municipalities across the Commonwealth. We …
The town center of Lenox, Massachusetts is a compact, walkable destination for residents and visitors drawn to Lenox by Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the town’s Berkshire mountain setting. Lenox has a population of just over 5,000 residents living in a primarily rural and small town development pattern. While the …
June 22, 2016 Lara Merida Director of Neighborhood Planning Boston Redevelopment Authority Boston City Hall 1 City Hall Square Boston, MA 02201 Re: The South Boston Dorchester Ave Planning Study As the city and state’s principal advocate for pedestrian safety, access, and utility in improving individuals’ health, WalkBoston thanks you for the opportunity to comment on …