Charles Denison IV
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Commented on Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
Shuttle bus to nearby T station(s).
Commented on Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
Informational signs and boards posted in public places
Commented on Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
Improving environmental conditions!
Commented on Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
A restaurant!
Followed Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
Commented on Neponset Wharf
5 years, 2 months ago
I'm just passing by!
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 5 months ago
I also like the raised crossings at many of the cross streets. These crossings are well marked and level with the path, forcing drivers on the cross streets to slow down to go over the raised crosswalk. The signage is also very clear that there are pedestrians and bicyclists crossing there.
Supported a comment by Sophia Snyder on
DotGreenway
5 years, 5 months ago
Sophia Snyder
I'm not Charles but I can say a few specific things I like about the Somerville Community Path:
- well-lit, clean, and safe
- well-maintained surface so it's easy to ride a bike or push a stroller
- works well as both a way to commute (e.g. connects residential neighborhoods to the Davis Sq T) and as a strolling destination
Have the organizers of this effort connected with the Friends of the Community Path organization in Somerville/Cambridge? I think it would be well worth sharing knowledge. https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendsoftheCommunityPath/about/
I'm not Charles but I can say a few specific things I like about the Somerville Community Path:
- well-lit, clean, and safe
- well-maintained surface so it's easy to ride a bike or push a stroller
- works well as both a way to commute (e.g. connects residential neighborhoods to the Davis Sq T) and as a strolling destination
Have the organizers of this effort connected with the Friends of the Community Path organization in Somerville/Cambridge? I think it would be well worth sharing knowledge. https://www.facebook.com/pg/FriendsoftheCommunityPath/about/
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 7 months ago
A safe, convenient, and beautiful way to walk or bike through the neighborhood, particularly to and from T stations, much like the Community Path in Somerville and Cambridge.
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 7 months ago
The DotGreenway will be best used as a safe connection between neighborhoods / T stops!
Followed DotGreenway
5 years, 7 months ago
Supported a comment by Eric Buckley on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Eric Buckley
Let's make Hanover Street (and Salem Street for that matter) pedestrian only! These streets are already a mess with cars and taxis and double parking tourists, a car free stretch would be a huge draw and it would allow all of the restaurants to expand their outdoor seating in the warmer months.
Let's make Hanover Street (and Salem Street for that matter) pedestrian only! These streets are already a mess with cars and taxis and double parking tourists, a car free stretch would be a huge draw and it would allow all of the restaurants to expand their outdoor seating in the warmer months.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
All these ramps are ugly and noisy and create a huge gap in the Greenway. Let's find a way to cover them over with new buildings/parks!
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Franklin St has a lot of wasted space here. This would be a great opportunity to create a new plaza with cafe seating!
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
We need to incentivize developers to build over the Mass Pike. We certainly need more housing!
Supported a comment by Roquefort Roach on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Roquefort Roach
Build over the Mass Pike. A highway separating the neighborhoods is highly disruptive to the cohesiveness of the city. Join the South End to Bay Village and Chinatown by developing this stretch.
Build over the Mass Pike. A highway separating the neighborhoods is highly disruptive to the cohesiveness of the city. Join the South End to Bay Village and Chinatown by developing this stretch.
Supported a comment by Kris Carter on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Kris Carter
Bus (dedicated lanes at peak hours) and bike facilities (shared with bus, or separate) on Washington street could unlock residential and commercial opportunities in roslindale village
Bus (dedicated lanes at peak hours) and bike facilities (shared with bus, or separate) on Washington street could unlock residential and commercial opportunities in roslindale village
Supported a comment by Kathy Pattison on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Kathy Pattison
This will come as no surprise, but in order to make Boston a place for all to raise a family, the public schools have to live up to the needs and standards of this city's talent.
This will come as no surprise, but in order to make Boston a place for all to raise a family, the public schools have to live up to the needs and standards of this city's talent.
Supported a comment by Travis Chapman on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Travis Chapman
Make the silver line a light rail or subway route from Roxbury to the airport. Commute times in buses are far too long, especially when they wait in traffic with cars!
Make the silver line a light rail or subway route from Roxbury to the airport. Commute times in buses are far too long, especially when they wait in traffic with cars!
Supported a comment by Zoe Leas on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Zoe Leas
We need comprehensive SAFE AND PROTECTED bikeways for year-round bike commuters and recreational cyclists. The inefficiency of public transportation and the cost associated with owning a car makes biking the best option for many. Bikers should not be exposed to the risky behaviors that define auto-driving culture in this city. Bike lanes must not be the buffer between parked cars and moving traffic - the lives of people riding bikes must be put above the risk of property damage to parked cars. Even in bike lanes, bikers' lives are endangered anytime a car parks, double-parks, or opens the door.
We need comprehensive SAFE AND PROTECTED bikeways for year-round bike commuters and recreational cyclists. The inefficiency of public transportation and the cost associated with owning a car makes biking the best option for many. Bikers should not be exposed to the risky behaviors that define auto-driving culture in this city. Bike lanes must not be the buffer between parked cars and moving traffic - the lives of people riding bikes must be put above the risk of property damage to parked cars. Even in bike lanes, bikers' lives are endangered anytime a car parks, double-parks, or opens the door.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Maybe we could even transform Storrow Drive to make it less noisy and intrusive. I'd love to see if converted into a calmer, surface boulevard rather than the mini-highway it is today.
Supported a comment by Jackson Schneider on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Jackson Schneider
Continue to improve the Esplanade as a perfect place for people to enjoy the outdoors along the Charles River.
Continue to improve the Esplanade as a perfect place for people to enjoy the outdoors along the Charles River.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Absolutely agree! The timing of walk signals in Boston is generally pretty terrible. We need automatic walk signals that maximize pedestrian crossing time!
Supported a comment by Jim M. on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Jim M.
The blue line and red line really should connect. The blue line has a fantastic connection to the airport, east boston, and points further north - all of these places are relatively disconnected from cambridge (currently requiring multiple transfers on other lines). For example, the silver line accommodates many people trying to get from the airport to cambridge, but it's a highly indirect route that is already quite full most of the time. The terminus of the blue line could really be improved to make it more useful.
The blue line and red line really should connect. The blue line has a fantastic connection to the airport, east boston, and points further north - all of these places are relatively disconnected from cambridge (currently requiring multiple transfers on other lines). For example, the silver line accommodates many people trying to get from the airport to cambridge, but it's a highly indirect route that is already quite full most of the time. The terminus of the blue line could really be improved to make it more useful.
Supported a comment by Anthony Schweizer on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Anthony Schweizer
We need to continue to develop downtown to have better access to the harbor. Cafe's and bars on the harbor etc. lets take advantage of the fact that we are one of worlds great harbor cities and yet few people can access this great amenity.
Supported a comment by Dulcie Madden on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Dulcie Madden
Fort Point needs a grocery store - an actual grocery store. Given how many people have moved here recently, it would be great to have one within walking distance for residents.
Fort Point needs a grocery store - an actual grocery store. Given how many people have moved here recently, it would be great to have one within walking distance for residents.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
The good news is that the Silver Line Gateway project current under construction will connect the Silver Line to the Blue Line at Airport Station!
Supported a comment by Lianne Barry on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Lianne Barry
Downtown Boston can be a bustling atmosphere during the work week - but have you ever visited it on the weekends? Most restaurants are closed, there's not many bars open & if you don't want to go to Fanuiel Hall - not much activity happening. The Financial District should have more pop-up activities. Farmers markets, spotlights on historical buildings, any event that highlights what Boston has to offer throughout the downtown area.
Downtown Boston can be a bustling atmosphere during the work week - but have you ever visited it on the weekends? Most restaurants are closed, there's not many bars open & if you don't want to go to Fanuiel Hall - not much activity happening. The Financial District should have more pop-up activities. Farmers markets, spotlights on historical buildings, any event that highlights what Boston has to offer throughout the downtown area.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
I'd definitely love to see more outdoor cafe seating and plazas carved out of street space that isn't needed. NYC, for example, has created lots of new plazas with movable tables and chairs simply with paint, planters, and temporary materials. I'd love to see more innovation like that in Boston!
Supported a comment by Dave Strickler on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Dave Strickler
While Boston's summers are short, they are glorious! Relax the permitting process for outdoor dining. It draws people out to spend money locally with a halo effect on other local businesses.
While Boston's summers are short, they are glorious! Relax the permitting process for outdoor dining. It draws people out to spend money locally with a halo effect on other local businesses.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
The Silver Line really should have been light rail. But the least we can do now is to give it priority over cars at traffic signals, particularly at D Street!
Supported a comment by Stephanie Durkin Qualls on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Stephanie Durkin Qualls
It would be awesome if there was a way to walk or bike from East Boston to downtown. Also the plans I have seen for the blue line becoming redundant to the D line seemed very smart. I would appreciate more bus routes that took you from Eastie to Cambridge. Let's catch up to other great cities around the world.
It would be awesome if there was a way to walk or bike from East Boston to downtown. Also the plans I have seen for the blue line becoming redundant to the D line seemed very smart. I would appreciate more bus routes that took you from Eastie to Cambridge. Let's catch up to other great cities around the world.
Supported a comment by Rashmi Sharma on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Rashmi Sharma
Getting to the Seaport area by public transportation is trying. The only line that gets there is the silver line, which can be infrequent and hard to get to itself. With the Children's museum, ICA around the area and new restaurants and bars, better public transportation would make this area more accessible.
Getting to the Seaport area by public transportation is trying. The only line that gets there is the silver line, which can be infrequent and hard to get to itself. With the Children's museum, ICA around the area and new restaurants and bars, better public transportation would make this area more accessible.
Followed Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Supported a comment by Zoe Leas on
Imagine Boston 2030
7 years, 2 months ago
Zoe Leas
We need comprehensive city-wide SAFE BIKEWAYS for year-round bike commuters and recreational cyclists. The inefficiency of public transportation and frustration of driving makes biking an efficient and healthy means of transportation. Bikers must be protected BY DESIGN and not exposed to the kinds of risky and aggresive driving behaviors that are so common. Bike lanes should be the buffer between parked cars and moving traffic - the lives of people riding bikes must be put above the risk of property damage to parked cars. Furthermore, anytime a car attempts to park, double-park, or switch into a right-hand turning lane,
We need comprehensive city-wide SAFE BIKEWAYS for year-round bike commuters and recreational cyclists. The inefficiency of public transportation and frustration of driving makes biking an efficient and healthy means of transportation. Bikers must be protected BY DESIGN and not exposed to the kinds of risky and aggresive driving behaviors that are so common. Bike lanes should be the buffer between parked cars and moving traffic - the lives of people riding bikes must be put above the risk of property damage to parked cars. Furthermore, anytime a car attempts to park, double-park, or switch into a right-hand turning lane,
Followed South Boston Hubway
7 years, 10 months ago
Followed Charlestown Hubway
7 years, 10 months ago
Followed JP / Roxbury / Dorchester Hubway
7 years, 10 months ago
Supported a comment by Oliver Day on
Charlestown Hubway
9 years, 8 months ago
Oliver Day
I go there frequently from Cambridge and have to rely on the bus or take the red line to the orange line to get there.
I go there frequently from Cambridge and have to rely on the bus or take the red line to the orange line to get there.
Supported a comment by Reuven Steinberg on
JP / Roxbury / Dorchester Hubway
9 years, 8 months ago
Reuven Steinberg
I'd like to see one at Forest Hills. It's a major transit hub.
I'd like to see one at Forest Hills. It's a major transit hub.
Supported a comment by Colleen Kaman on
South Boston Hubway
9 years, 8 months ago
Colleen Kaman
Please put bike stations close to Castle Island! It seems like the perfect place to take a ride after work.
Please put bike stations close to Castle Island! It seems like the perfect place to take a ride after work.
Supported a comment by Adam Hasler on
Charlestown Hubway
9 years, 8 months ago
Adam Hasler
A Hubway stop near the community college would be extremely helpful. While the community college has T access, it's kind of a roundabout route to get there from Cambridge and using hubway to get there instead would be preferred.
A Hubway stop near the community college would be extremely helpful. While the community college has T access, it's kind of a roundabout route to get there from Cambridge and using hubway to get there instead would be preferred.
Supported a comment by Bradley Werntz on
Charlestown Hubway
9 years, 8 months ago
Bradley Werntz
I've never checked out the Bunker Hill Monument, but if there were a Hubway Station there I would absolutely go visit it. I was in Charles town once and it was impossible to part. Hubway would be a great way to get there.
I've never checked out the Bunker Hill Monument, but if there were a Hubway Station there I would absolutely go visit it. I was in Charles town once and it was impossible to part. Hubway would be a great way to get there.
Commented on JP / Roxbury / Dorchester Hubway
10 years ago
Would be great to have one in front of Faulkner Hospital, especially if there was also one at Forest Hills Station. It's a bit of a walk between the two, but definitely bikeable, and would server employees and people visiting.