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Continuing efforts to support the state’s vast network of trails, the Baker-Polito Administration today announced $5 million in MassTrails Grants to 71 projects throughout the Commonwealth. The grants will provide assistance for the construction, maintenance, and improvements for a variety of public trails throughout the …Continue Reading Baker-Polito Administration Announces $5 Million in MassTrails Grants for 71 Projects
MassDOT is pleased to join the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA) in announcing a yearlong pilot shuttle service along a portion of Route 20 that began on Monday, June 10. On weekdays, the shuttle makes three round trips in the morning and three in the …Continue Reading MetroWest Regional Transit Authority Begins Pilot Shuttle Service on Route 20 to Riverside
Governor Charlie Baker today announced a plan to accelerate the pace of MBTA capital construction projects with the goal of expediting the transformation of the MBTA into a modern, safe, reliable transit system. Through a five-part strategy, the acceleration plan builds on the T’s existing …Continue Reading Baker-Polito Administration Announces Acceleration Plan for MBTA Infrastructure Improvements
MassDOT advises holiday travelers to plan ahead, utilize MassDOT’s “real time” travel tools and use public transportation where possible to reach their destinations during the upcoming July 4 holiday period. “We are encouraging anyone traveling for the Fourth to check public transportation schedules and use …Continue Reading Plan Ahead for July 4th Holiday Travel
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation Board of Directors and MBTA Fiscal Management and Control Board today voted to approve the five-year $18.3 billion MassDOT and MBTA Capital Investment Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2020-2024, an increase of approximately $1 billion over the last five-year CIP. …Continue Reading MassDOT, MBTA Five-Year $18.3 Billion Capital Investment Plan Approved
MassDOT is announcing the sixth annual statewide high school video contest, Safe Streets Smart Trips. The contest serves as an initiative within the Massachusetts Strategic Highway Safety Plan to promote and educate the public about safe walking, bicycling, and driving behaviors. The contest began five …Continue Reading MassDOT Announces Annual Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest
MassDOT has announced that crews will begin installing Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT) at seven intersections on Route 37 in Braintree the week of Monday, June 17. ASCT is a modern approach to traffic signal operation that allows individual traffic signals to automatically adjust to …Continue Reading Braintree: Adaptive Signal Control Technology Installation
Memorial Day marked the long awaited, unofficial start to summer. Unfortunately, it also marked the first day of the 100 deadliest days of summer. According to an American Automobile Association (AAA) study, in the days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the average number of …Continue Reading MassDOT, MAPFRE Insurance Reminder: 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Governor Charlie Baker has signed H.69, An act financing improvements to municipal roads and bridges, which authorizes $200 million in Chapter 90 transportation funds to support all 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts. Since taking office in 2015, and including the FY20 signed bill, the …Continue Reading Governor Baker Signs $200 Million Chapter 90 Bill
MassDOT is reminding motorists to be aware of and exercise caution around all state and municipal work zones as the spring construction season continues. Motorists are advised to slow down, pay increased attention, and adhere to construction signage and personnel while driving in or around …Continue Reading MassDOT Reminds Drivers to Be Cautious and Alert in Work Zones
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