We’ve added new board members who bring valuable skills to the organization: Bill Decker, Rick Plenge, Tanya Roy. We’d also like to thank you to our board members who rotated off the board at the end of their term this June: Paula Gold, Emma Rothfeld Yashar, Carol Steinberg.
A study of direct vision in heavy-duty vehicles earned a 2024 Golden Shoe for its ground-breaking insights, which could make streets safer for both walking and cycling.
Save the date: May 27, 2025, 5:30pmAnnual Bob Sloane WalkNorth Station, North Point, Charles River Basin Start: Lovejoy Wharf (off Causeway Street). Look for a WalkMassachusetts sign.View the location on Google Streetview.End: Lingo Cafe + Bar in MassDCR’s North Point Park. Register Each spring, we lead a free walk with a ~1-1.5 mile route that includes ~2-4 stops …
Of the 369 total traffic deaths reported in Massachusetts in 2024, 78 were pedestrians. More than one-third of those killed were age 65 or older, and nearly 70% of fatalities occurred in Environmental Justice neighborhoods.
Our Golden Shoes Awards recognize individuals, agencies, municipalities and companies exemplifying the ideals of WalkMassachusetts’ mission. The winners accept their award during our Annual Celebration on April 9th, which will be in-person starting at 5:30pm (and live streamed starting at 6:30pm) from the Venture Cafe @ 1 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142.