Streetsblog Mass: “MassDOT Begins Reexamining Deadly Speed Limit Policies” “We often hear from residents and advocates that want to lower speed limits, and they ask us, ‘what’s the process?’ And we tell them, ‘honestly, if you do a speed study, they may actually raise the speed limit,’” said Beuttell. “Speed studies rule the day, and …
On Wednesday, May 20th, WalkBoston participated in a MEPA “Virtual Site Visit” for the Northern Avenue Bridge in Boston. MEPA is accepting public comment on this project, and announced they have extended the deadline until June 9th. We encourage you to voice your opinion. WalkBoston, LivableStreets, and the Boston Cyclists Union asked earlier this month …
Our partners at WalkMedford recently reported that the Medford City Council unanimously supported the Brooks Elementary School Safe Routes to School Safety Project. The project will bring enhanced safety for children walking and bicycling to the Brooks School from nearby neighborhoods, as well as improve the accessibility and safety for the thousands of other people who use …
Testimony as prepared for City of Boston City Council Committee on Planning, Development & Transportation on May 11, 2020 Docket #0662 – Implementing changes for safe streets during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, May 11, 2020 conducted via Zoom. Thank you Councilor Wu & Councilor Breadon for the chance to speak today, and thank you …
Testimony as prepared for City of Boston City Council Budget Hearing on Public Works and Transportation, May 7, 2020 conducted via Zoom. Thank you for the chance to speak today. My name is Brendan Kearney, and I’m the Deputy Director of WalkBoston. Earlier this week, MassDOT reported that the rate of fatalities on Massachusetts roadways …