A Federal Bill That Can Help Our Transportation System
The next big transportation funding bill is beginning to take shape at the federal level, and Massachusetts needs to be strategic.
The Fair Share Amendment Will Help Mass. Keep I-90 Project on Track
This is a real setback for this once-in-a-generation opportunity. But it’s far from the final chapter – and we still have hundreds of millions of dollars to work with.
The Big Beautiful Bill Would Harm Transportation in Massachusetts
The bill’s likely harms to Bay Staters who rely on healthcare and food assistance are well known. But it will also make it harder to make the investments we need to secure Massachusetts’ future.
We Must Capitalize on the Potential in Allston
One of the most promising places to expand Greater Boston’s economy is in Allston. Proposals to build a rail yard there threaten this goal, and the bigger goal of proving we can deliver big infrastructure projects.
A Rare Moment for the MBTA to Thrive – with the Right Priorities
Even with billions of dollars in proposed new funding, the MBTA still faces tough choices about how to allocate its resources. Power systems, signals and suburban train infrastructure should be its focus.
The Perfect Time for a Smart, State-Focused Transportation Plan
Regardless of what happens in Washington, one thing is certain: Massachusetts must take action to take control of our transportation future.
A Pivotal Moment for Upgrading the Commuter Rail System
Massachusetts stands at a critical juncture for the future of its commuter rail system. Ridership has essentially recovered and a key decision is looming that could dramatically help lower traffic and produce more homes.
Massachusetts’ Transportation System Is at Risk in 2025
The coming months will determine whether we continue transforming to meet our goals for transit, climate emissions and economic growth, or if we’ll stall out.
Time to Invest in Infrastructure that Supports Climate Goals
Massachusetts still has the ability to move forward with a clear strategy that protects our state, despite uncertainty driven by last week’s election.
Massachusetts’ Approach to Federal Infrastructure Money Is Working
It’s no accident the commonwealth is winning an outsized share of federal grants. Understanding what’s behind these victories is essential as we plan for the future.
Massachusetts Is Building Momentum in Transportation
It may come as a surprise to hear, but we’ve recently turned some big corners in fixing some very real problems. Now we need a vision for the future.
Investments in Public Art Will Enhance Boston’s Greenway
The Greenway ARTbeat series is not just an investment in public art; it is an investment in the reputation of Boston and the downtown economy.
What Type of Transportation System Do We Want?
Transportation is one of the cornerstones of our economy and without safe, reliable and affordable public transit service, our economic growth will be threatened.
We Now Have a Playbook for Big Projects. Let’s Start Planning
Massachusetts recently won critical federal financial help for two huge infrastructure projects. But key to that was having projects that were shovel-ready, and few of the other projects we need to build are in a similar state.
Healey’s Transportation Funding Task Force Is Set Up to Succeed
We’ve seen many blue-ribbon commissions on transportation before. But this time, everyone knows that failure to find solutions means the MBTA – and the Greater Boston economy – will be in jeopardy.
Your Feedback Is Helping Adapt Boston’s Buildings for a Sustainable Future
The engagement of A Better City and our member companies in this process was instrumental in finding a solutions-oriented approach to a critical piece of combating climate change.
The Transformational Opportunity in Allston
The I-90 Allston Multimodal Project is more than just a road repair project. It sets Greater Boston up for the future by unlocking billions of dollars in economic growth, new jobs and new affordable housing.
How to Move Mass. Transit Forward in 2024
Gov. Maura Healey’s made significant progress on her initial transportation goals. She now has a foundation to help Massachusetts build a better transportation system next year if she can keep up this drumbeat.
Additional Items Can Boost Massachusetts’s Climate Plan
The state’s new plan to reduce its carbon emissions is missing two key and common-sense items: commuter rail electrification and a regional approach to flooding from storms and extreme heat.
It’s Time to Initiate a Comprehensive Transportation Pricing Plan
Rather than debating whether our current transportation system is currently in need of financial assistance, the question before us should be what it will take to make it all work effectively.
