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Supported a comment by Ray Hurteau on
500 Talbot Avenue
4 years, 10 months ago
Supported a comment by Dan Rubin on
500 Talbot Avenue
4 years, 10 months ago
Dan Rubin
As a direct abutter, I am completely against adding parking where the current lined section of the street is. We fought with the city years ago when that space was used as parking to add the dashed lines. It was a complete disaster in the winter. People would not move their vehicles even during snow emergencies and plows could not navigate around ultimately piling snow in the middle of the street causing all kinds of manueverability issues for fire, trash and delivery trucks. Would love to see a plan for what a parklet may look like, but would have the same concerns with that as well.
As a direct abutter, I am completely against adding parking where the current lined section of the street is. We fought with the city years ago when that space was used as parking to add the dashed lines. It was a complete disaster in the winter. People would not move their vehicles even during snow emergencies and plows could not navigate around ultimately piling snow in the middle of the street causing all kinds of manueverability issues for fire, trash and delivery trucks. Would love to see a plan for what a parklet may look like, but would have the same concerns with that as well.
Supported a comment by James Jay on
500 Talbot Avenue
4 years, 10 months ago
James Jay
I know it's likely been pursued already (and likely been shot down due to the city being difficult), but really push to get the lined-off section of street in front of the building included in this project. If there's anything the public can due to get that piece of street turned into a park, let us know how we can help.
I know it's likely been pursued already (and likely been shot down due to the city being difficult), but really push to get the lined-off section of street in front of the building included in this project. If there's anything the public can due to get that piece of street turned into a park, let us know how we can help.
Supported a comment by Fred OConnor on
The Shawmut Project
5 years ago
Fred OConnor
Yikes, Sean. That's not a positive attitude. Abutter or not, this development effects my neighborhood and I'm going to continue expressing my opinion, whether it's here or at the neighborhood association meetings.
Yikes, Sean. That's not a positive attitude. Abutter or not, this development effects my neighborhood and I'm going to continue expressing my opinion, whether it's here or at the neighborhood association meetings.
Supported a comment by Bryan Bryson on
The Shawmut Project
5 years ago
Bryan Bryson
It's his neighborhood too. Yes, in the short term, the abutters might be directly affected more than others, but this is a neighborhood and the decisions that are made, as you said, affect us all.
It's his neighborhood too. Yes, in the short term, the abutters might be directly affected more than others, but this is a neighborhood and the decisions that are made, as you said, affect us all.
Supported a comment by Fred OConnor on
The Shawmut Project
5 years ago
Fred OConnor
This is the second developer who was unable to build housing at this site. We're now stuck with a garage instead of much needed housing. Folks have to compromise, whether it's on parking, unit affordability or density. When we can't give up something, we get nothing.
This is the second developer who was unable to build housing at this site. We're now stuck with a garage instead of much needed housing. Folks have to compromise, whether it's on parking, unit affordability or density. When we can't give up something, we get nothing.
Supported a comment by Fred OConnor on
The Shawmut Project
5 years ago
Fred OConnor
I disagree, Shawn, and welcome the debate. The property maybe old but it's not historic. I just checked the city's landmark commission's site and it's not listed. And being old doesn't mean it shouldn't be redeveloped. Housing is a better use for this parcel. This project could indeed help solve the city's housing crisis. Don't underestimate the power of many small developments, including those in Melville Park. As for affordability, some units have to be designated affordable based on the city regulations. The city defines affordability to remove the relativity factor you wrote about. Yes, the developer had to sell it to abutters, but the abutters have to be willing to compromise (like I wrote in my previous comment) and realize the developer can't accommodate every request. And, indeed, the neighborhood is stuck with a garage for the foreseeable future. I don't know of any other developers who are looking to build on this site. And other developers may be turned off from the property if they learn about the challenges their predecessors faced. Finally, the hot real estate market will eventually cool. I'd prefer that neighborhoods take advantage of this building boom while we can.
I disagree, Shawn, and welcome the debate. The property maybe old but it's not historic. I just checked the city's landmark commission's site and it's not listed. And being old doesn't mean it shouldn't be redeveloped. Housing is a better use for this parcel. This project could indeed help solve the city's housing crisis. Don't underestimate the power of many small developments, including those in Melville Park. As for affordability, some units have to be designated affordable based on the city regulations. The city defines affordability to remove the relativity factor you wrote about. Yes, the developer had to sell it to abutters, but the abutters have to be willing to compromise (like I wrote in my previous comment) and realize the developer can't accommodate every request. And, indeed, the neighborhood is stuck with a garage for the foreseeable future. I don't know of any other developers who are looking to build on this site. And other developers may be turned off from the property if they learn about the challenges their predecessors faced. Finally, the hot real estate market will eventually cool. I'd prefer that neighborhoods take advantage of this building boom while we can.
Supported a comment by Michael Wilson on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Michael Wilson
Public safety is a big concern in our area, I think lots of lighting at night is important. Connecting the retail space and patio make sense regardless of what type of retail goes in there. If space allows, having a small portion for general seating or gathering space would be nice. Limiting the number of cars per unit via lease agreements to control the influx of cars should also be considered.
Public safety is a big concern in our area, I think lots of lighting at night is important. Connecting the retail space and patio make sense regardless of what type of retail goes in there. If space allows, having a small portion for general seating or gathering space would be nice. Limiting the number of cars per unit via lease agreements to control the influx of cars should also be considered.
Supported a comment by Gerald Grooms on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Gerald Grooms
A affordable coffee shop providing jobs and training(s) to the neighborhood.
A affordable coffee shop providing jobs and training(s) to the neighborhood.
Supported a comment by Gerald Grooms on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Gerald Grooms
Make a community ran garden to keep the neighborhood involved in cleaning the space and keeping the neighborhood beautiful.
Make a community ran garden to keep the neighborhood involved in cleaning the space and keeping the neighborhood beautiful.
Supported a comment by Evan Brinkman on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Evan Brinkman
Some kind of beautifully landscaped, intimate green space with seating. Facing south it will get great sun. It could be a building or neighborhood amenity.
Some kind of beautifully landscaped, intimate green space with seating. Facing south it will get great sun. It could be a building or neighborhood amenity.
Supported a comment by Philippe Charles Saad on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Philippe Charles Saad
Welcoming and accessible. Native plants, low maintenance
Welcoming and accessible. Native plants, low maintenance
Supported a comment by Allyson Quinn on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Allyson Quinn
This developer has always been responsive to feedback, I am glad to see the use of this online platform to welcome input and engage the community. The design looks spectacular. Looking forward to the finished project.
This developer has always been responsive to feedback, I am glad to see the use of this online platform to welcome input and engage the community. The design looks spectacular. Looking forward to the finished project.
Supported a comment by James Jay on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
James Jay
+1 for the parklet option
+1 for the parklet option
Supported a comment by Erica Schwarz on
500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Erica Schwarz
I agree that there is too much wasted roadway by this site that should be captured and converted into useful space. I think the city should transfer some of that land to the project in exchange for more affordability in the housing units.
I agree that there is too much wasted roadway by this site that should be captured and converted into useful space. I think the city should transfer some of that land to the project in exchange for more affordability in the housing units.
Commented on 500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
Please please please don’t turn the painted island in the intersection into parking. That is absolutely not what is needed here and might make it difficult to reclaim that space for community use in the future. If you could look into attaching that to the patio space and creating a larger parklet-type area that would be idea. Close off the slip-lane for right turns to make sure the space is uninterrupted from the patio area and nearby sidewalks. In addition, create curb extensions further south of the parklet, making Argyle intersect with Talbot at a right angle. This is definitely a bigger ask for this project, but perhaps some planning coordination with the city could work. If not, please don’t turn it into parking. That will just make doing these improvements later all the more diffficult
Commented on 500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
outdoor seating for a restaurant/cafe!
Commented on 500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
While “restaraunt” was my choice from the options presented, I’m not tied to it. I think any business that increased the variety of local offerings would be welcomed. So in the case of a restaraunt it would be great to see something that isn’t “upscale American”. That market it pretty saturated already. Similarly, if a grocery/convenience were to open up, it should seek to somehow differentiate itself from the many corner stores that already exist. A great way to contribute to the community would be to make sure the new business increases options in the neighborhood and does not cannibalize other existing neighborhood establishments. I care far more about that than I do about what specific type of business goes in here
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5 years ago
Commented on 500 Talbot Avenue
5 years ago
I want to see a restaurant!
Supported a comment by Bryan Bryson on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Bryan Bryson
(1) Income restricted housing is a great tool to allow potential homeowners an opportunity to own a home in a housing market with incredible investor interest and connect to a neighborhood. Gives young families a shot at planting roots and building equity (2) There's a lot of neighborhoods in the Boston area that maintain their vibrancy even with a mixed housing stock (JP, the South End, for example). Please give new residents the tools to get involved with the neighborhood. (3) I think the project should be marketed as transit-oriented. Tell people about the T and the availability of car-share and bike-share. Charge for parking (it's an amenity like everything else). There's enough families in the Boston area who would love an opportunity to afford a home near the Red Line and would be willing to compromise on personal car ownership, I think. Continue to focus on ways to build a neighborhood for people and not cars. (4) Given the prime location near Red Line, thank you for making these units affordable as Red Line real estate is super expensive these days (Southie, Somerville, Cambridge). (5) I'm a huge fan of this project and recognize this represents a change for many neighbors, but different eras impose different needs/constraints on society and the people who live in them, and thank you for working with us to understand those.
(1) Income restricted housing is a great tool to allow potential homeowners an opportunity to own a home in a housing market with incredible investor interest and connect to a neighborhood. Gives young families a shot at planting roots and building equity (2) There's a lot of neighborhoods in the Boston area that maintain their vibrancy even with a mixed housing stock (JP, the South End, for example). Please give new residents the tools to get involved with the neighborhood. (3) I think the project should be marketed as transit-oriented. Tell people about the T and the availability of car-share and bike-share. Charge for parking (it's an amenity like everything else). There's enough families in the Boston area who would love an opportunity to afford a home near the Red Line and would be willing to compromise on personal car ownership, I think. Continue to focus on ways to build a neighborhood for people and not cars. (4) Given the prime location near Red Line, thank you for making these units affordable as Red Line real estate is super expensive these days (Southie, Somerville, Cambridge). (5) I'm a huge fan of this project and recognize this represents a change for many neighbors, but different eras impose different needs/constraints on society and the people who live in them, and thank you for working with us to understand those.
Supported a comment by Shawn McBride on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Shawn McBride
Affordable/workforce housing is the most meaningful contribution The Shawmut Project could bring to the neighborhood!
Affordable/workforce housing is the most meaningful contribution The Shawmut Project could bring to the neighborhood!
Supported a comment by Alison Ford on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Alison Ford
I think the project sounds great. I think 45 units with 22 having some sort of income restrictions is amazing. I very much appreciate that not every unit has a parking spot considering the location right next to the T. I like that you have broken up the roof line in your massing models and as the designs develop I also hope you brake up the facades with bays much like the houses in neighborhood. Please don't give up on a retail a place. I'd love to have a place like Dave's pasta in Davis sqr or American Provisions.
I think the project sounds great. I think 45 units with 22 having some sort of income restrictions is amazing. I very much appreciate that not every unit has a parking spot considering the location right next to the T. I like that you have broken up the roof line in your massing models and as the designs develop I also hope you brake up the facades with bays much like the houses in neighborhood. Please don't give up on a retail a place. I'd love to have a place like Dave's pasta in Davis sqr or American Provisions.
Supported a comment by Evan Brinkman on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Evan Brinkman
Keep some green space facing the Epiphany parking lot, as in your precedent images, many of which have small gardens out front. Have some push/pull/planar variety in that facade as well. Study the placement of the garage entrance - the Epiphany lot driveway in the site plan is not where it is in reality and coordinating an entrance between it and Melbourne St. is tricky. Consider adding a crosswalk to Melbourne as neighborhood amenity/benefit.
Keep some green space facing the Epiphany parking lot, as in your precedent images, many of which have small gardens out front. Have some push/pull/planar variety in that facade as well. Study the placement of the garage entrance - the Epiphany lot driveway in the site plan is not where it is in reality and coordinating an entrance between it and Melbourne St. is tricky. Consider adding a crosswalk to Melbourne as neighborhood amenity/benefit.
Supported a comment by Pieta Blakely-Sanders on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Pieta Blakely-Sanders
This is great! I think the scale is very appropriate for the neighborhood and I'm very happy that the development will emphasize affordable home ownership.
This is great! I think the scale is very appropriate for the neighborhood and I'm very happy that the development will emphasize affordable home ownership.
Supported a comment by Bryan Bryson on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Bryan Bryson
I'd really love to see a project that can create a new exciting point for interacting with neighbors while also providing opportunities for home ownership at different price points so the neighborhood can remain diverse. I'd like the project to activate new interactions, create a space for popup retail/food service, and deemphasize driving as a standard mode of transportation for daily life.
I'd really love to see a project that can create a new exciting point for interacting with neighbors while also providing opportunities for home ownership at different price points so the neighborhood can remain diverse. I'd like the project to activate new interactions, create a space for popup retail/food service, and deemphasize driving as a standard mode of transportation for daily life.
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Thanks for taking the time to receive feedback!
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
A cafe for people heading to/from the T station feels like it would fit well. Something that could be both a destination to stop at for a while, or a place to pop in quickly for a bite/drink on the way to the T.
Supported a comment by Evan Sanders on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Evan Sanders
1 or 12, not 8
1 or 12, not 8
Supported a comment by Britt Harter on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Britt Harter
Lots of TOD units! Minimal parking, lots of affordable housing!
Lots of TOD units! Minimal parking, lots of affordable housing!
Supported a comment by Peter Robie on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Peter Robie
1, 9, 7, 12 are all great examples. This housing is adjacent to a neighborhood T station so it should be lowish scale and dense! Dutch and Scandinavian-style housing examples are the way to go.
1, 9, 7, 12 are all great examples. This housing is adjacent to a neighborhood T station so it should be lowish scale and dense! Dutch and Scandinavian-style housing examples are the way to go.
Supported a comment by Lydia Hausle on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Lydia Hausle
- encourage active transportation through minimal parking, provision of zipcar spots, and/or sponsorship of a Hubway station. - Provide small-scale active retail - coffee shop would be killer at Shawmut in the mornings!
- encourage active transportation through minimal parking, provision of zipcar spots, and/or sponsorship of a Hubway station. - Provide small-scale active retail - coffee shop would be killer at Shawmut in the mornings!
Supported a comment by Jonathan Fertig on
The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Jonathan Fertig
The Shawmut Project should have no parking other than for shared vehicles that would be for the use of the residents. You can have affordable housing or abundant parking, pick one.
The Shawmut Project should have no parking other than for shared vehicles that would be for the use of the residents. You can have affordable housing or abundant parking, pick one.
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Eliminate the parking and provide more living/working/green space. This project is nearly on-top of a T station, and within walking distance of the vibrant neighborhood centers of Codman Square, Fields Corner, and Peabody Square. Hubway will be undergoing a major expansion and will likely reach all of these locations and further before this project is completed. If any parking spots are provided, they should be solely for Zipcar or other car sharing services.
Also, even if car share spaces are included, remove the driveway along Center Street. There is already far too much traffic (moving far too quickly) on this little neighborhood street. With the Shawmut T station next door there is significant pedestrian traffic along Center St and putting a driveway there would be irresponsible. A good neighbor would help make Center St a more pleasant place to walk and bike, instead of promoting it's current use as a high-speed cut-through.
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
1,2,3,4,5
12 would also be good, but remove the sidewalk fence.
Definitely NOT 8.
Definitely NOT any option that shows parking/a garage good/driveway
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Option A - Neighborhood Scale is my preferred site layout!
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Adding increased housing where it is needed most - right by the MBTA. There is clear demand for more housing. Build more places for people to live and some small retail to draw people into the neighborhood.
Commented on The Shawmut Project
5 years, 4 months ago
Small-scale retail is the most meaningful contribution The Shawmut Project could bring to the neighborhood!
Followed The Shawmut Project
5 years, 5 months ago
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 6 months ago
I'd visit the DotGreenway several times a day!
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 6 months ago
Using existing parks as an example, I think the Greenway should function as something inbetween Chicago's 606 (transportation-focused) and NY's High Line (only recreation). The path should be designed first and foremost as a community park space with as much flexible area as practical (think summer markets and festivals!). However, the design should also facilitate secondary use as a safe, low-stress transportation corridor for cyclists and pedestrians. Care should be taken at cross-streets to keep a continuous feel to the Greenway and provide for safe crossings such that young children are able to travel the length of the park unattended.
Followed DotGreenway
5 years, 6 months ago
Commented on DotGreenway
5 years, 6 months ago
The DotGreenway will be best used as a safe connection between neighborhoods / T stops!
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Dorian Keibler
Why is there a drive-thru bank building here? this should be mixed-use with street-fronting retail.
Why is there a drive-thru bank building here? this should be mixed-use with street-fronting retail.
Supported a comment by Noni ChagnonSmith on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Noni ChagnonSmith
empty parking lots near Mattapan Square Station are an excellent location for some micro-housing style apartments. Metro mark made more practical with in reach of minimum wage earners.
empty parking lots near Mattapan Square Station are an excellent location for some micro-housing style apartments. Metro mark made more practical with in reach of minimum wage earners.
Supported a comment by Kathleen Sullivan on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Kathleen Sullivan
Turn the Mattapan trolley into a light rail
Turn the Mattapan trolley into a light rail
Supported a comment by Mike Wilson on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Mike Wilson
is there a way to highlight this even more as a historic gateway to the city?
is there a way to highlight this even more as a historic gateway to the city?
Supported a comment by James Jay on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
James Jay
Reduce the width of Gallivan Blvd and reduce the speed allowed. Add separated bike paths in place of the extra lanes.
Reduce the width of Gallivan Blvd and reduce the speed allowed. Add separated bike paths in place of the extra lanes.
Supported a comment by James Jay on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
James Jay
Make the Gallavan/Dorchester Avenue intersection more friendly for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Make the Gallavan/Dorchester Avenue intersection more friendly for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Supported a comment by Noni ChagnonSmith on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Noni ChagnonSmith
Our historic PCC trolley service is a tourist destination - sort of a functioning museum with unique & scenic "ride". With promotion by the MBTA, the city and downtown hotels, families, rail buffs, photographers & "off the beaten track' travelers could find us and spur on new business and events - lighting for buskers, snack carts along the bike path & in the parks, B&B's in the neighborhoods, casual dining in Lower Mills and River St, Blues and art in the square, souvenirs & antique shops at Ashmont.
Our historic PCC trolley service is a tourist destination - sort of a functioning museum with unique & scenic "ride". With promotion by the MBTA, the city and downtown hotels, families, rail buffs, photographers & "off the beaten track' travelers could find us and spur on new business and events - lighting for buskers, snack carts along the bike path & in the parks, B&B's in the neighborhoods, casual dining in Lower Mills and River St, Blues and art in the square, souvenirs & antique shops at Ashmont.
Supported a comment by Margaret Mack on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Margaret Mack
Increase housing and commercial density in Peabody Square.
Increase housing and commercial density in Peabody Square.
Supported a comment by Rosanne Foley on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Rosanne Foley
Easier/better pedestrian/bike access across Morrissey Boulevard and under the Expressway - to the shore and to the [completed!] regional off-road Neponset Trail bike commute - multiple locations.
Easier/better pedestrian/bike access across Morrissey Boulevard and under the Expressway - to the shore and to the [completed!] regional off-road Neponset Trail bike commute - multiple locations.
Supported a comment by Boston Resident on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Boston Resident
better crosswalks
better crosswalks
Supported a comment by Meghann Ackerman on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Meghann Ackerman
There are so many single family homes around here. We need density!
There are so many single family homes around here. We need density!
Supported a comment by Rosanne Foley on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Rosanne Foley
Vacant lots are an opportunity for all-day parking for merchants to help free up spots for customers on Dot Ave.
Vacant lots are an opportunity for all-day parking for merchants to help free up spots for customers on Dot Ave.
Supported a comment by Rosanne Foley on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Rosanne Foley
Add back historic Dorchester density in vacant upper floors in Fields Corner.
Add back historic Dorchester density in vacant upper floors in Fields Corner.
Supported a comment by Rosanne Foley on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 10 months ago
Rosanne Foley
Add back historic Dorchester density in vacant underused upper floors in Fields Corner.
Add back historic Dorchester density in vacant underused upper floors in Fields Corner.
Supported a comment by Boston Resident on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Boston Resident
Improved and higher quality student housing
Improved and higher quality student housing
Supported a comment by Adam Crossman on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Adam Crossman
Create a bike repair station/park, enhance the ability to cross while traveling the Charles River Greenway
Create a bike repair station/park, enhance the ability to cross while traveling the Charles River Greenway
Supported a comment by David Hall on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
David Hall
Completely agree, especially as the A/B pushes for activities at Daly Field.
In reconfiguring this intersection, the pool here should be reopened and made accessible as a pedestrian both from Brighton residential areas and from the river path. And obviously, we should be able to walk to Staples, IHOP, etc. from Brighton.
Completely agree, especially as the A/B pushes for activities at Daly Field.
In reconfiguring this intersection, the pool here should be reopened and made accessible as a pedestrian both from Brighton residential areas and from the river path. And obviously, we should be able to walk to Staples, IHOP, etc. from Brighton.
Supported a comment by Patrick Angland on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Patrick Angland
a subway line should be developed between Mattapan, along the Blue Hill Ave corridor, connecting to Downtown. The Blue Hill Ave corridor is the spine to some of the most economically depressed regions of our city, a city that is experiencing a vast construction boom and is developing wealth. Developing solid transit infrastructure along this spine should assist in the redevelopment and transformation of the neighborhoods along it.
a subway line should be developed between Mattapan, along the Blue Hill Ave corridor, connecting to Downtown. The Blue Hill Ave corridor is the spine to some of the most economically depressed regions of our city, a city that is experiencing a vast construction boom and is developing wealth. Developing solid transit infrastructure along this spine should assist in the redevelopment and transformation of the neighborhoods along it.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Dorian Keibler
Complete the Emerald Necklace and make Columbia road into a parkway with physically separated bike paths.
Complete the Emerald Necklace and make Columbia road into a parkway with physically separated bike paths.
Supported a comment by Maria Lyons on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Maria Lyons
Connect Neponset Greenway Bike and Walking Path to Victory Rd Park.
Connect Neponset Greenway Bike and Walking Path to Victory Rd Park.
Supported a comment by Jonathan Fertig on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Jonathan Fertig
Fields Corner needs some outdoor space for socializing.
Parklets or small gardens would be great along Dot Ave.
Fields Corner needs some outdoor space for socializing.
Parklets or small gardens would be great along Dot Ave.
Supported a comment by Nicole Miele on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Nicole Miele
Savin Hill/ JFK area needs more small businesses in the food industry (restaurants, cafes, markets). We need more small commercial space to be available for these businesses.
Savin Hill/ JFK area needs more small businesses in the food industry (restaurants, cafes, markets). We need more small commercial space to be available for these businesses.
Supported a comment by Patrick Angland on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Patrick Angland
Redevelop this long abandoned parcel into offices. The workers can then utilize the restaurants/businesses of Adams Village, providing an economic boost to the village.
Redevelop this long abandoned parcel into offices. The workers can then utilize the restaurants/businesses of Adams Village, providing an economic boost to the village.
Supported a comment by Jonathan Fertig on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Jonathan Fertig
There's a burned out shell of a house here. If the owner isn't going to fix it, the city should seize it by eminent doman & put out an RFP for housing.
There's a burned out shell of a house here. If the owner isn't going to fix it, the city should seize it by eminent doman & put out an RFP for housing.
Supported a comment by James Knauer on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
James Knauer
Safer Biking from Hyde Park to emerald necklace
Safer Biking from Hyde Park to emerald necklace
Supported a comment by James Knauer on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
James Knauer
Decrease the cost of the commuter rail to Hyde Park station. 5 min walk from Fairmount station, but more the 2x the ticket price.
Decrease the cost of the commuter rail to Hyde Park station. 5 min walk from Fairmount station, but more the 2x the ticket price.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Dorian Keibler
Large vacant lot that used to be a driving range. not really sure what could go here, but could help activate cummins hwy. Could use some study, along with revisiting the adjacent strip mall.
Large vacant lot that used to be a driving range. not really sure what could go here, but could help activate cummins hwy. Could use some study, along with revisiting the adjacent strip mall.
Supported a comment by Lisa Beatman on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Lisa Beatman
Entire area needs to be updated to contemporary Complete Streets Vision Zero livability standards. Unnecessary and illegal barbed wire needs to come down.
Entire area needs to be updated to contemporary Complete Streets Vision Zero livability standards. Unnecessary and illegal barbed wire needs to come down.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Dorian Keibler
Poorly designedand underutilized strip mall here. Should be mixed use development with access to bike paths.
Poorly designedand underutilized strip mall here. Should be mixed use development with access to bike paths.
Supported a comment by Lisa Beatman on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Lisa Beatman
5-way intersection at American Legion Hwy/Parkway and Cummins Hwy needs to be updated to meet contemporary standards of livability. Complete Streets guidelines include landscaped curb extensions with street furniture, a landscaped island with benches, raised crosswalks, rumble lines, narrower curb radiuses, improved signalization, prominent wayfinding signage, raised crosswalks, barrier-protected bike lanes, vegetated stormwater drainage, sheltered bus stops, etc.
5-way intersection at American Legion Hwy/Parkway and Cummins Hwy needs to be updated to meet contemporary standards of livability. Complete Streets guidelines include landscaped curb extensions with street furniture, a landscaped island with benches, raised crosswalks, rumble lines, narrower curb radiuses, improved signalization, prominent wayfinding signage, raised crosswalks, barrier-protected bike lanes, vegetated stormwater drainage, sheltered bus stops, etc.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
Imagine Boston 2030
6 years, 11 months ago
Dorian Keibler
This intersection is over designed. If it were tighter and more pedestrian and bike focused there would be extra space available. Maybe do something with the fire house and parking garage? Lots of potential here, but needs talented and forward thinking street design.
This intersection is over designed. If it were tighter and more pedestrian and bike focused there would be extra space available. Maybe do something with the fire house and parking garage? Lots of potential here, but needs talented and forward thinking street design.
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6 years, 11 months ago
Jessica Boatright
Traffic calming measures to make Walter a safe place for the people who live on either side. There has been very little done. This is a low visibility high speed street with a lot of BPS bus stops on either side.
Traffic calming measures to make Walter a safe place for the people who live on either side. There has been very little done. This is a low visibility high speed street with a lot of BPS bus stops on either side.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Dorian Keibler
Parking lot that could be turned into commercial/mixed use development
Parking lot that could be turned into commercial/mixed use development
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6 years, 11 months ago
Boston Resident
Bike path forest hills to Hyde park.
Bike path forest hills to Hyde park.
Supported a comment by Allandale Greenways on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Allandale Greenways
direct housing density close to public transit and near walkable mainstreets.
direct housing density close to public transit and near walkable mainstreets.
Supported a comment by Matthew Barison on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Matthew Barison
Expand the Orange Line to W. Roxbury.
Expand the Orange Line to W. Roxbury.
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6 years, 11 months ago
Rudy Mitchell
Facilitate affordable, transit-oriented housing on this and nearby under-used parcels which are close to the major transit hub of Forest Hills and also to the Arboretum.
Facilitate affordable, transit-oriented housing on this and nearby under-used parcels which are close to the major transit hub of Forest Hills and also to the Arboretum.
Supported a comment by Andrew Olsen on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Andrew Olsen
The Red line extends well beyond Boston's borders, but the Orange line can't even get to West Roxbury. Thousands are being left out of the job market and excluded from the wonderful public resources Boston has to offer because it's too hard to get into town.
The Red line extends well beyond Boston's borders, but the Orange line can't even get to West Roxbury. Thousands are being left out of the job market and excluded from the wonderful public resources Boston has to offer because it's too hard to get into town.
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6 years, 11 months ago
Boston Resident
We need more connections between neighborhoods on the T
We need more connections between neighborhoods on the T
Supported a comment by Susan Hamel on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Susan Hamel
This intersection needs to be pedestrian friendly. It is dangerous to cross the street.
This intersection needs to be pedestrian friendly. It is dangerous to cross the street.
Supported a comment by Troy Heidenberg on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Troy Heidenberg
More bike routes!
More bike routes!
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6 years, 11 months ago
Boston Resident
A faster B line
A faster B line
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6 years, 11 months ago
Boston Resident
Create public transportation (bus, rail) to suburbs, such as Newton and Waltham. There are a lot of jobs and internships in the Boston Metropolitan Area but is not accessible by public transportation.
Create public transportation (bus, rail) to suburbs, such as Newton and Waltham. There are a lot of jobs and internships in the Boston Metropolitan Area but is not accessible by public transportation.
Supported a comment by Rudy Mitchell on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Rudy Mitchell
Connect the Harborwalk path and bikeway through this section to the Neponset River Greenway walkway. This area & south of it is the one missing link in the path that extends all the way to Castle Island.
Connect the Harborwalk path and bikeway through this section to the Neponset River Greenway walkway. This area & south of it is the one missing link in the path that extends all the way to Castle Island.
Supported a comment by Cara Mann on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Cara Mann
Poplar Street traffic is incredibly dangerous. We need speed bumps or something like that to slow down the traffic!
Poplar Street traffic is incredibly dangerous. We need speed bumps or something like that to slow down the traffic!
Supported a comment by Brendan Parnell on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Brendan Parnell
The Neponset Trail is a beautiful and easily-accessed space - highly recommend!
The Neponset Trail is a beautiful and easily-accessed space - highly recommend!
Supported a comment by Jonathan Lee on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Jonathan Lee
We need to ensure the Mattapan Trolley stays around for the next generation. Replacing it with a bus line will sacrifice the character and history it provides. Property values and quality of life are tied to the trolley and will be even more so in the future.
We need to ensure the Mattapan Trolley stays around for the next generation. Replacing it with a bus line will sacrifice the character and history it provides. Property values and quality of life are tied to the trolley and will be even more so in the future.
Supported a comment by Patrick Angland on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Patrick Angland
Complete the Neponset River walkway, linking it to Mattapan (perhaps further)
Complete the Neponset River walkway, linking it to Mattapan (perhaps further)
Supported a comment by Patricia Alvarez on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Patricia Alvarez
We would like to create a natural (no pavement) river walkway along the north side Neponset River, starting at the Fairmount train station in Logan Square Hyde Park, running along the train track for a very short distance, connecting to the West Street urban wild, then running along the Neponset River to the Doyle playground near the Mattapan border. We are working with the Parks Dept to restore the West St urban wild and hope to get the DCR's permission to create a path on their land along the River.
We would like to create a natural (no pavement) river walkway along the north side Neponset River, starting at the Fairmount train station in Logan Square Hyde Park, running along the train track for a very short distance, connecting to the West Street urban wild, then running along the Neponset River to the Doyle playground near the Mattapan border. We are working with the Parks Dept to restore the West St urban wild and hope to get the DCR's permission to create a path on their land along the River.
Supported a comment by Karrie Newcomb Jean on
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6 years, 11 months ago
Karrie Newcomb Jean
Place to work. When people work close to their home they are more likely to walk or bike to work and that will also alleviate some strain on the public transportation system.
Place to work. When people work close to their home they are more likely to walk or bike to work and that will also alleviate some strain on the public transportation system.
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6 years, 11 months ago
Karrie Newcomb Jean
Place to have fun with the family, such as sit-down restaurants.
Place to have fun with the family, such as sit-down restaurants.
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6 years, 11 months ago
Karrie Newcomb Jean
Place to work. Bringing jobs closer to where people live will promote a healthier lifestyle with more people biking or walking to work.
Place to work. Bringing jobs closer to where people live will promote a healthier lifestyle with more people biking or walking to work.
Supported a comment by James Knauer on
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6 years, 11 months ago
James Knauer
Faster train system, the trolleys are cute but not very practice. Faster public transit in general to match the modern world would be nice as well.
Faster train system, the trolleys are cute but not very practice. Faster public transit in general to match the modern world would be nice as well.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
plenty of space along west roxbury parkway for a multi-use path.
plenty of space along west roxbury parkway for a multi-use path.
Supported a comment by Daniel Shea on
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7 years ago
Daniel Shea
The Herter Park amphitheater and adjacent building are hugely underutilized, and in disrepair. I would like to see these city assets return to past glory by housing music and other kinds of performances year round (inside, and seasonally (in amphitheater).
www.brain-arts.org
The Herter Park amphitheater and adjacent building are hugely underutilized, and in disrepair. I would like to see these city assets return to past glory by housing music and other kinds of performances year round (inside, and seasonally (in amphitheater).
www.brain-arts.org
Supported a comment by Patrick Angland on
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7 years ago
Patrick Angland
Port Norfolk / Neponset / Tenean Beach Red Line Station.
Port Norfolk / Neponset / Tenean Beach Red Line Station.
Supported a comment by Patrick Angland on
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7 years ago
Patrick Angland
The Harborwork needs to be completed in this region
The Harborwork needs to be completed in this region
Supported a comment by Justin Rose on
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7 years ago
Justin Rose
It's troubling to see Dorchester so underrepresented on this map...how can the city facilitate outreach in the community here to help envision Boston 2030??
It's troubling to see Dorchester so underrepresented on this map...how can the city facilitate outreach in the community here to help envision Boston 2030??
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Summer Street needs separated bike facilities. It is the main route between south station and the convention center, and it makes absolutely sense to put hubway there and not have a safe place to ride a bike.
Summer Street needs separated bike facilities. It is the main route between south station and the convention center, and it makes absolutely sense to put hubway there and not have a safe place to ride a bike.
Supported a comment by Jeremy Burns on
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7 years ago
Jeremy Burns
Can we design some bike facilities here? It is already horrible to drive this section, but to bike? It's a death trap. And it's the only way to get to Southie from South End via bicycle.
Can we design some bike facilities here? It is already horrible to drive this section, but to bike? It's a death trap. And it's the only way to get to Southie from South End via bicycle.
Supported a comment by Erika DeRoche on
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7 years ago
Erika DeRoche
I am a Medford resident in the 101 neighborhood. It is extremely difficult to get around the region without a private vehicle. Boston should partner with Greater Boston metro cities and towns to better connect the hub. I am not opposed to the increased T fares, but gas taxes also must be instituted in a way proportional to the financial and health burden private vehicle use places on the city and region. It is outrageous and shameful that roads are repaired winter after winter but a lightweight rail system takes 30+ years to implement in a sub-standard way.
I am a Medford resident in the 101 neighborhood. It is extremely difficult to get around the region without a private vehicle. Boston should partner with Greater Boston metro cities and towns to better connect the hub. I am not opposed to the increased T fares, but gas taxes also must be instituted in a way proportional to the financial and health burden private vehicle use places on the city and region. It is outrageous and shameful that roads are repaired winter after winter but a lightweight rail system takes 30+ years to implement in a sub-standard way.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Columbus Ave is far too wide. could cut down some lanes and probably build some housing/commercial with space left over.
Columbus Ave is far too wide. could cut down some lanes and probably build some housing/commercial with space left over.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
This intersection is horrible. People using the SW corridor path often have to wait through several light cycles to cross the street safely. This is a heavily trafficked bike corridor in the city. Needs to be fixed ASAP.
This intersection is horrible. People using the SW corridor path often have to wait through several light cycles to cross the street safely. This is a heavily trafficked bike corridor in the city. Needs to be fixed ASAP.
Supported a comment by Kyle Allain on
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7 years ago
Kyle Allain
This would be a great spot to build a T station. It is the longest stretch between two stations.
This would be a great spot to build a T station. It is the longest stretch between two stations.
Supported a comment by Haley Steggall on
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7 years ago
Haley Steggall
Make Newbury a pedestrian street. It does not function well as a street with cars because of the double parking and narrow road. If it was a pedestrian street there would be room for larger patios for the restaurants and street vendors. It would be great for residents and a huge attraction for visitors.
Make Newbury a pedestrian street. It does not function well as a street with cars because of the double parking and narrow road. If it was a pedestrian street there would be room for larger patios for the restaurants and street vendors. It would be great for residents and a huge attraction for visitors.
Supported a comment by Niko Kotsatos on
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7 years ago
Niko Kotsatos
I support combining Green Line stations and adding a protected Bike Lane on Comm Ave near BU. I suggest that the GL stations collect fares upon entry, to save time on boarding.
I support combining Green Line stations and adding a protected Bike Lane on Comm Ave near BU. I suggest that the GL stations collect fares upon entry, to save time on boarding.
Supported a comment by Galen Mook on
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7 years ago
Galen Mook
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
Supported a comment by Anson Stewart on
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7 years ago
Anson Stewart
Denser housing development here would be supported by an intermodal West Station (i.e. BU should allow buses through), with frequent transit connections to Kendall Square.
Denser housing development here would be supported by an intermodal West Station (i.e. BU should allow buses through), with frequent transit connections to Kendall Square.
Supported a comment by Galen Mook on
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7 years ago
Galen Mook
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
Supported a comment by Galen Mook on
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7 years ago
Galen Mook
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
I'd like to have this whole part of Boston developed with the focus on housing, retail, parkland, and connections through to Allston -- and to get here by attractive walkways, safe bikeways, and convenient bus & train!
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Would be nice to have a multi-use path through stony brook reservation. Riding a bike on Enneking pkwy is extremely dangerous.
Would be nice to have a multi-use path through stony brook reservation. Riding a bike on Enneking pkwy is extremely dangerous.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Would be great to coordinate with Milton to create an off-street multi-use path to the Blue Hills - to connect back to the Fairmount greenway project and other bike/pedestrian networks in the city.
Would be great to coordinate with Milton to create an off-street multi-use path to the Blue Hills - to connect back to the Fairmount greenway project and other bike/pedestrian networks in the city.
Supported a comment by Deborah Cooper on
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7 years ago
Deborah Cooper
Make the public transit system world class for 24 hr service to support Boston in becoming a 24 hr city. The countdown clocks were a good start.
Make the public transit system world class for 24 hr service to support Boston in becoming a 24 hr city. The countdown clocks were a good start.
Supported a comment by Niko Kotsatos on
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7 years ago
Niko Kotsatos
For the Feds: Open Dot Ave... at least to pedestrian and bike traffic.
For the Feds: Open Dot Ave... at least to pedestrian and bike traffic.
Supported a comment by Roquefort Roach on
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7 years 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 Charles Denison IV on
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7 years ago
Charles Denison IV
We need to incentivize developers to build over the Mass Pike. We certainly need more housing!
We need to incentivize developers to build over the Mass Pike. We certainly need more housing!
Supported a comment by Roquefort Roach on
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7 years ago
Roquefort Roach
not sure a park would be financially viable but the city ought to create the right incentives for developers to make this work.
not sure a park would be financially viable but the city ought to create the right incentives for developers to make this work.
Supported a comment by Matthew Bennet on
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7 years ago
Matthew Bennet
Cover the Pike with a deck and put a park above it. Would re-knit the neighborhoods and provide green space for the city.
Cover the Pike with a deck and put a park above it. Would re-knit the neighborhoods and provide green space for the city.
Supported a comment by Jeremy Burns on
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7 years ago
Jeremy Burns
Can we please make this a safer street to bike on? It is literally the only way to/from Cambridge for most of BB/SE and it has literally no protection. Horrible roads. Barely visible bike lanes that disappear without warning. Heavy traffic that is constantly speeding. Redesign this street, make it your marquee project, it desperately needs it.
Can we please make this a safer street to bike on? It is literally the only way to/from Cambridge for most of BB/SE and it has literally no protection. Horrible roads. Barely visible bike lanes that disappear without warning. Heavy traffic that is constantly speeding. Redesign this street, make it your marquee project, it desperately needs it.
Supported a comment by Nordo Nissi on
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7 years ago
Nordo Nissi
Extend the E line to Hyde Sq.
Extend the E line to Hyde Sq.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
In general, the city really needs to focus on street crossings along the SW corridor paths. This path sees heavy cycling use, and the city should be working to make crossings safer and more convenient for cyclists. The city should also work with DCR to widen the paths - or at least clearly indicate which paths are for biking and walking. Entire corridor needs better signage as well. A lot of potential here, but seems neglected.
In general, the city really needs to focus on street crossings along the SW corridor paths. This path sees heavy cycling use, and the city should be working to make crossings safer and more convenient for cyclists. The city should also work with DCR to widen the paths - or at least clearly indicate which paths are for biking and walking. Entire corridor needs better signage as well. A lot of potential here, but seems neglected.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
How do I safely walk or ride a bike to the beach from here?
How do I safely walk or ride a bike to the beach from here?
Supported a comment by michaela rudis on
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7 years ago
michaela rudis
Clean up Andrew Square and get the traffic diverted. Make it pedestrian and human friendly. Limit truck size and limit the times of day they can make deliveries. Create bike paths. And one way streets. Add trees. Add parks. Create environment where pedestrians can create more neighborhood feels and attract restaurants and retail stores. The list goes on!
Clean up Andrew Square and get the traffic diverted. Make it pedestrian and human friendly. Limit truck size and limit the times of day they can make deliveries. Create bike paths. And one way streets. Add trees. Add parks. Create environment where pedestrians can create more neighborhood feels and attract restaurants and retail stores. The list goes on!
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Why is there a massive surface parking lot right in the middle of the city? There is a ton of developable land here if only we could rethink parking minimums. Need some way to bridge the 93 - maybe air rights?
Why is there a massive surface parking lot right in the middle of the city? There is a ton of developable land here if only we could rethink parking minimums. Need some way to bridge the 93 - maybe air rights?
Supported a comment by Margo Newman on
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7 years ago
Margo Newman
Connect Esplanade to Cambridge by building one bridge across the tow path by Museum of Science and another from parking structure of MOS to Cambridge Esplanade . Plans for both exist from prior planning work. Would restore safe ped and bike connection for whole lower Charles River Basin
Connect Esplanade to Cambridge by building one bridge across the tow path by Museum of Science and another from parking structure of MOS to Cambridge Esplanade . Plans for both exist from prior planning work. Would restore safe ped and bike connection for whole lower Charles River Basin
Supported a comment by Eric Buckley on
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7 years 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.
Supported a comment by Eric Buckley on
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7 years ago
Eric Buckley
Let's make this area a park or public plaza instead of a parking lot for court employees!
Let's make this area a park or public plaza instead of a parking lot for court employees!
Supported a comment by Patrick Ro on
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7 years ago
Patrick Ro
Extend the Blue Line one stop to Charles/MGH, where pre-construction for an underground Blue Line terminus already exists
Extend the Blue Line one stop to Charles/MGH, where pre-construction for an underground Blue Line terminus already exists
Supported a comment by Jim M. on
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7 years 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 Jim M. on
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7 years ago
Jim M.
Enhance the efficiency of the green line B-branch; technologies such as intelligent stoplight control, train right-of-way, GPS enabled tracking for street-level portions of the line, etc., are a necessity. Since affordable apartments are impossible to find downtown, more and more workers are living in brighton/allston/chestnut hill and commuting on the B-line. It literally takes 40+ minutes to go less than 3 miles in the morning. Trains are full of working employees at 7:30am, and the cars are passing the train on Comm Ave.
Enhance the efficiency of the green line B-branch; technologies such as intelligent stoplight control, train right-of-way, GPS enabled tracking for street-level portions of the line, etc., are a necessity. Since affordable apartments are impossible to find downtown, more and more workers are living in brighton/allston/chestnut hill and commuting on the B-line. It literally takes 40+ minutes to go less than 3 miles in the morning. Trains are full of working employees at 7:30am, and the cars are passing the train on Comm Ave.
Supported a comment by Joshua Lanier on
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7 years ago
Joshua Lanier
Complete the urban ring by adding north-south rail connections west of the core.
Complete the urban ring by adding north-south rail connections west of the core.
Supported a comment by Kris Carter on
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7 years 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 Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
This should be street-fronting mixed-use development - not one-story with parking lots.
This should be street-fronting mixed-use development - not one-story with parking lots.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
This lot could easily support retail - only if Corinth and Belgrade and South were made two-way. The way the roads are configured around the square prioritize pass-through traffic instead of traffic that would support local businesses. turns the entire square into a weird rotary.
This lot could easily support retail - only if Corinth and Belgrade and South were made two-way. The way the roads are configured around the square prioritize pass-through traffic instead of traffic that would support local businesses. turns the entire square into a weird rotary.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
This back alley should be repaved and mostly pedestrianized. there is a lot of potential here to expand the patio and create more outdoor seating for restaurants. A lot of potential here.
This back alley should be repaved and mostly pedestrianized. there is a lot of potential here to expand the patio and create more outdoor seating for restaurants. A lot of potential here.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years ago
The unused space above the Ashmont subway should be opened and used as a linear park. This concept has been tried successfully in many other cities and would be a great addition to Dorchester. In addition to being a great outdoor space, it would also provide a safe and scenic route for those on foot and bike.
Supported a comment by kate mytty on
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7 years ago
kate mytty
This is a really tough crossing for bicyclists coming/going across the bridge. It'd be helpful to have clear bike paths all the way across the intersection and possibly a light specifically for bicyclists so they can get a head start before the cars slam on the gas.
This is a really tough crossing for bicyclists coming/going across the bridge. It'd be helpful to have clear bike paths all the way across the intersection and possibly a light specifically for bicyclists so they can get a head start before the cars slam on the gas.
Supported a comment by Travis Chapman on
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7 years 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 Travis Chapman on
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7 years ago
Travis Chapman
South Boston needs a subway connection to the Red Line. Buses are already overcrowded during rush hour and traffic is a nightmare. The only way to accommodate more growth is to build a new line on the T.
South Boston needs a subway connection to the Red Line. Buses are already overcrowded during rush hour and traffic is a nightmare. The only way to accommodate more growth is to build a new line on the T.
Supported a comment by Bill Dellea on
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7 years ago
Bill Dellea
We need a Silver line extension to Mattapan Square, using trolley/electric basin dedicated lanes. This will open Mattapan's great potential for workforce housing development.
We need a Silver line extension to Mattapan Square, using trolley/electric basin dedicated lanes. This will open Mattapan's great potential for workforce housing development.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years ago
Parking lots and vacant land near the Readville site are great locations for office/industrial/retail developments. Locations abutting the railroads are less desirable for housing, but would be great fits for other transit oriented developments. Other sites nearby the rail station (including many infill locations) can be used to up the housing options in the Hype Park neighborhood and help it thrive.
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Hyde park ave should have dedicated bus lanes and should be a development corridor focused on mixed use. Seems to be a neglected area of city, but has potential to be a nice commercial street heading toward forest hills.
Hyde park ave should have dedicated bus lanes and should be a development corridor focused on mixed use. Seems to be a neglected area of city, but has potential to be a nice commercial street heading toward forest hills.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years ago
Businesses here could really use some extra sidewalk and patio space. Right now the intersection is designed primarily as a parking lot, with angle-in, perpendicular, and parallel parking spots abound. Make this a pleasant place for people, not cars, and help the surrounding community thrive. Bike and pedestrian traffic is already high - this intersection could become a real destination instead of just the end of Allston's Harvard Ave pub-crawl.
Supported a comment by Eileen McMahon on
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7 years ago
Eileen McMahon
A mixed development space that would include a maker space, artist co-working, business co-working, meeting/event space, small business office space, a cafe and restaurants.
A mixed development space that would include a maker space, artist co-working, business co-working, meeting/event space, small business office space, a cafe and restaurants.
Supported a comment by Matt Gardner on
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7 years ago
Matt Gardner
For better biking experience, Forest Hills needs to better connect to the Southwest Corridor to make biking into and out of Roslindale easier!
For better biking experience, Forest Hills needs to better connect to the Southwest Corridor to make biking into and out of Roslindale easier!
Supported a comment by Dorian Keibler on
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Floating bus stops on Washington street.
Floating bus stops on Washington street.
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Overgrown vacant property. Housing potential here.
Overgrown vacant property. Housing potential here.
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Roslindale square could support more commercial and residential development ONLY IF the streets are completely redesigned so that it's not a horrible speedway.
Roslindale square could support more commercial and residential development ONLY IF the streets are completely redesigned so that it's not a horrible speedway.
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7 years ago
Dorian Keibler
Low density strip mall and over designed speedway here. This area could use a serious look. Especially something that takes advantage of connectivity to surrounding green network. Could be potential to create low stress bike paths to forest hills from here.
Low density strip mall and over designed speedway here. This area could use a serious look. Especially something that takes advantage of connectivity to surrounding green network. Could be potential to create low stress bike paths to forest hills from here.
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7 years ago
Lisa Beatman
4500 foot open Canterbury Brook needs to be protected, cleaned up contaminated, with walking paths.
4500 foot open Canterbury Brook needs to be protected, cleaned up contaminated, with walking paths.
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7 years ago
Lisa Beatman
American Legion needs to be redesignated a Parkway and long-standing greenbelt protection overlay district regulations need to be enforced and remediated.
American Legion needs to be redesignated a Parkway and long-standing greenbelt protection overlay district regulations need to be enforced and remediated.
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7 years ago
Lisa Beatman
American Legion Hwy/Parkway from Blue Hill Ave. to Hyde Park Ave. is wide and wooded, and has plenty of space for multimodal commuter and recreational transportation including separate lanes for cars, buses, bicycles and pedestrians ( benefitting 5 neighborhoods of underserved residents).
American Legion Hwy/Parkway from Blue Hill Ave. to Hyde Park Ave. is wide and wooded, and has plenty of space for multimodal commuter and recreational transportation including separate lanes for cars, buses, bicycles and pedestrians ( benefitting 5 neighborhoods of underserved residents).
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7 years ago
Lisa Beatman
Preserve 3-acre woodland as urban wild, natural exploration park, or urban farm. Put the City streetlight pole yard and proposed administration building on an already paved lot. Fulfill Greenovate Boston's plans to increase the city's tree canopy by 35 percent by not destroying irreplaceable tree canopy and a contiguous wildlife corridor. Ensure and improve green and open space and other quality of life issues for the residents of residents of E. Roslindale and West Mattapan.
Preserve 3-acre woodland as urban wild, natural exploration park, or urban farm. Put the City streetlight pole yard and proposed administration building on an already paved lot. Fulfill Greenovate Boston's plans to increase the city's tree canopy by 35 percent by not destroying irreplaceable tree canopy and a contiguous wildlife corridor. Ensure and improve green and open space and other quality of life issues for the residents of residents of E. Roslindale and West Mattapan.
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7 years ago
With so much open space nearby, this intersection needs to be redone with pedestrians prioritized. At a location with the B, C, and D lines nearby, in addition to many buses, this area sees lots of foot traffic. Eliminate the expanse of asphalt and create a safe and welcoming park entrance for the families of Boston (and Brookline)
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7 years 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.
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7 years ago
Kathy Pattison
While the bike lanes painted onto existing city streets are a start, both rider and driver are in constant danger. Many new transportation alternatives will come to be by 2030. Let's plan ahead for them.
While the bike lanes painted onto existing city streets are a start, both rider and driver are in constant danger. Many new transportation alternatives will come to be by 2030. Let's plan ahead for them.
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7 years ago
Carla Ceruzzi
The silver line and blue line should connect. This would make it so much easier for East Boston to connect to the Seaport, and would require no new infrastructure!
The silver line and blue line should connect. This would make it so much easier for East Boston to connect to the Seaport, and would require no new infrastructure!
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7 years ago
Ashley Brown
There are so many empty lots in Roxbury and Dorchester. Sell them to individuals -- not just developers! -- at discounted prices. Please use them for low- and middle-income housing. Create more urban cooperative housing!
There are so many empty lots in Roxbury and Dorchester. Sell them to individuals -- not just developers! -- at discounted prices. Please use them for low- and middle-income housing. Create more urban cooperative housing!
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7 years ago
Laura Tomasetti
Boston's a great walking city, but needs more and enhanced crosswalks, with "walk" signals that synch-up across lanes of traffic (so pedestrians don't get stranded on islands, or worse). NYC does this well.
Boston's a great walking city, but needs more and enhanced crosswalks, with "walk" signals that synch-up across lanes of traffic (so pedestrians don't get stranded on islands, or worse). NYC does this well.
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7 years 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.
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7 years ago
dan curtin
The Seaport/FPC area is rapidly expanding and developing with new commercial and residential projects. We should use this opportunity to model a transportation infrastructure that is truly 21st century. The City of Boston, along with help from the Commonwealth, should take this opportunity to engage the Seaport community and put them at the top of the priority list. Let's make the Seaport area pedestrian friendly, very walkable and something that we can point to as an example of what can be accomplished when the city, state and local residents can create together.
The Seaport/FPC area is rapidly expanding and developing with new commercial and residential projects. We should use this opportunity to model a transportation infrastructure that is truly 21st century. The City of Boston, along with help from the Commonwealth, should take this opportunity to engage the Seaport community and put them at the top of the priority list. Let's make the Seaport area pedestrian friendly, very walkable and something that we can point to as an example of what can be accomplished when the city, state and local residents can create together.
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7 years 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.
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7 years 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.
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7 years 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.
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7 years 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.
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7 years 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,
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7 years 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.
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7 years ago
Robin Gaynor
Modernize and update public transportation, especially the Seaport area.
Modernize and update public transportation, especially the Seaport area.
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7 years 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.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years ago
This monastery sight is currently slated for redevelopment. As a large parcel in a transit-rich area, it should be a dense development that brings many new people to the neighborhood. As part of the development, brighten and improve Monastery Path as a bike/ped connection between Washington Warren, include bike parking/Hubway, and make safety improvements to the intersection of Monastery Rd and Washington St.
Commented on Imagine Boston 2030
7 years ago
The parkland northeast of this intersection is well programmed and utilized. Southwest, not so much. Scale down this massive, dangerous intersection and allow the parkland and PDW path to continue uninterrupted to the west.
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7 years ago
There is a lot of unused land right next to the river here. Wouldn't it be great if this were a part of the Brighton community? Right now it's cut off by unappealing underpasses, over sized roads, and generally under-utilized areas.
Reconfigure this intersection and reconnect it with the community surrounding it. Allow and encourage people to walk and bike (SAFELY) here.
Reconfigure this intersection and reconnect it with the community surrounding it. Allow and encourage people to walk and bike (SAFELY) here.
I'm sure the developers understand that Argyle is a one way street and there would be a traffic flow conflict from Arglye to Talbot and the other direction. Specifically, see how all vehicles park on Talbot in front of 516 to 502. They are facing the church as this is the normal flow of traffic. But this conflicts with the flow of traffic from Argyle. I would like to see what any proposal looks like before it gets approved. I am a direct abutter of the project and have concerns about traffic flow and accessibility. I am 100% against using the current no parking center area as future parking. A few years ago it was being used for that purpose (before they added more lines to show it was a no parking zone). The snow removal was atrocious and often, people would park there and never get towed. That caused additional issues including accessing our building. I am open to using a smaller portion of the space for a parklet or to formally add more on-street parking (going around the existing curve of the curb). Please let us know when there are proposals of what it could be before things get implemented. Thank you!