Happy birthday STEP

Celebrate STEP's 10th anniversary!

Ten years ago STEP came into existence to advocate for better transportation options in Somerville. One big focus was to ensure that the Commonwealth meets its legal obligation to construct the Green Line Extension. While we are still not able to board the Green Line in Somerville, progress is being made and we will continue to work toward its completion. A new Orange Line Station will open at Assembly Square in 2014, the first new transit station in the region in 25 years.

We want to extend a special invitation to you for your advocacy and work on the Green Line Extension and other important Somerville transportation improvements to celebrate our anniversary with us on May 20th - at Precinct in Union Square (back room) 7:30 - 9:00 pm for music, appetizers, and cash bar.

Before the festivities, we will hold our annual meeting from 7:00 - 7:30 to vote in steering committee officers for the coming year, pay annual dues, and other administrative business.

STEP at ArtBeat

Thanks to all who visited our booth at ArtBeat yesterday - and to all who stand with us to support the Green Line Extension! Click below for photos.

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STEP's Ellin Reisner honored as 2012 Unsung Heroine

Somerville Journal: "5 questions with Somerville Unsung Hero Ellin Reisner"
The Unsung Heroines, who were identified by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women working in partnership with state legislators, are extraordinary women whose work is deserving of recognition and praise, were recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities or the organizations that they serve.

STEP meeting notes

Topics included the McCarthy Overpass, cyclist ticketing, and a Path Extension to cross the Fitchburg line.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the GLX Construction Manager/General Contractor build process, the Green Line Design Working Group meeting, and the Community Path.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the Mystic Valley Parkway Planning Process, STEP's position on the GLX Federal Environmental Assessment, and interim offset projects.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the upcoming MassDOT public meeting, the mock ground-breaking event, and the phased Green Line construction.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the Grounding McGrath study, Mass DEP public hearing(s), and upcoming MPO meeting.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the announced Green Line delay and plans of action.
Meeting notes (PDF)

STEP at ArtBeat

Thanks for everyone who dropped by the STEP booth at this year's ArtBeat! We appreciate your support. Click for more photos.

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STEP meeting notes

Topics included recent Green Line meetings, upcoming design workshops, and the Assembly Square stop.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the Washington St station, McGrath de-elevation study, and the Community Path.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included a Green Line meeting with CLF, the MAPC Route 16 planning meetings, and the TIP.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included various Green Line updates and the Community Path.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the GLX Station walks, the GLX Station Design sub-committee, and the Community Path.
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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the first GLX Design Working Group meeting, the ISEE conference, and Brickbottom updates.
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STEP at ArtBeat

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to visit us at ArtBeat! Click for more photos.

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STEP meeting notes

Topics included the Community Path, ArtBeat, and the FEIR hearing.
Meeting notes (PDF)