The Green Line study has mapped out nine different alternatives so far for better transportation in Somerville. Take a look through the options, and come to the public meeting on October 27 to let the MBTA know what you think – including any other options you want them to consider. This is our chance to be heard!
A new study by MassINC shows that our commutes are getting worse at a faster rate than in all but five other states. The average commute is 27 minutes each way. Part of the solution is enhancing public transit.
The Boston Globe reports that the MBTA is studying extending the Blue Line to Lynn. This major project could compete for funding with the Green Line extension into Somerville, which is why it's so important for us to work together to push for the Green Line. Please show your support by coming to the public meeting on October 27!
Thank you to everyone who wrote letters to the Boston MPO about the importance of the Green Line and Orange Line in Somerville. 98 letters came from Somerville, which is almost half of all the letters the Boston MPO received regarding the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) document. 92 of those letters pushed for the Green Line extension, and 47 were about…
"Board mulls nine Green Line plans"
Fact sheet on costs of owning and driving a car. The Cost of Car Ownership (PDF)
TransitWorks, a not for profit organization in the Boston region, is working to improve the quality of our transit system by providing feedback from you to the MBTA. TransitWorks is conducting an MBTA Ridership Survey in order to collect this customer feedback. The results of the survey will be shared directly with the MBTA to help improve the quality of your…
Case study of how a real-world development was able to overcome the substantial development barriers that face these developments. Overcoming Financial and Institutional Barriers to TOD: Lindbergh Station Case Study (PDF)
Topics included ground rules, existing conditions, the purpose and need statement, and the transportation planning process. Meeting Minutes (PDF) Purpose and Need (Draft) (PDF) Existing Conditions (Draft) (PDF) Boston Region MPO and Transportation Planning Process (PDF)
