Why invest in WalkBoston? Walkability contributes to the quality of life in a town or neighborhood, encouraging residents and visitors to shop locally; helping to attract retail, workplaces and associated employees; and raising real estate values, civic pride, and community involvement. An investment in WalkBoston shows a commitment to promoting walkable business districts and neighborhoods. …
On November 2, 2019, WalkBoston conducted a walk audit in the Green Hill Neighborhood of Worcester, MA. The Green Hill Neighborhood association was awarded a Transportation Justice grant from Transportation for Massachusetts (T4MA) to “reimagine” Lincoln Street from Brittan Square to the Nativity School. As a part of this grant project, Green Hill residents hope …
WBZ NewsRadio: “Vigil Held At Mass. State House For Victims Of Traffic Accidents” Legislation was a focus this year for the group. On Friday, a committee of lawmakers reached an agreement on the distracted driving bill, which has been in the works for years. “This is the first time that we feel really excited to say …
WalkBoston participated in a MassDOT Road Safety Audit yesterday on Route 28 in Yarmouth. Route 28 is a heavily utilized corridor for people walking and biking on the Cape. People walking on Route 28 must navigate a poorly accessible and incomplete sidewalk network, high vehicle traffic volumes, frequent curb cuts, and low visibility crosswalks. The …
Of course you do! We’re looking for your feedback. The Boston Transportation Department (BTD) is kicking off a major pedestrian/bicycle improvement project called Connect Downtown / Southwest Corridor Extension. The study area stretches across many streets in downtown Boston, through the South End, Bay Village, Back Bay, and Beacon Hill neighborhoods; in and around the …